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According to a new report by DigiTimes, Apple has already started certifying key components for a future iPad 3. Even though a third generation iPad would be available in 2012, Apple seems to be certifying electronics companies such as Opto-Electronics and Chimei Innolux (a Taiwanese company).
The report also suggests that the iPad 3 would still keep the same screen (9.7 inches diagonal) size.
Earlier today, Apple confirmed via a press release that Steve Jobs will unveil details of the upcoming iCloud service and iOS5 during the opening keynote of WWDC 2011.
WWDC is only a few days away, and Cnet is already reporting the iCloud service could surprise all of us by including movies and TV shows as part of the online service.
Earlier this year, President Obama admitted that he is no stranger to the iPad and we’ve seen many pictures where President Obama has even been spotted signing the popular device.
Apparently, other branches of the federal government have noticed and have now decided to fully embrace the iPad as a key tool around government circles. According to a report by the Washington Post, the federal government has made a decision to embrace a few consumer devices to help them solve real life problems.
If you’re into turned-based strategy RPG games, you definitely want to check out Great Little War Game HD.
The game received an update in early May, which brings an action packed battle experience to the iPad that features great 3D graphics and a very entertaining comical style. Get ready to command an army and battle enemies on land, sea and air. If you’re smart about selecting your units and laying out a great strategic plan, you can certainly take advantage of the different challenges presented in this game.
Apple’s WWDC kick off is almost here, and as we’ve reported multiple times Apple is expected to announce its much awaited “iCloud” service. Although many of us have speculated with the name “iCloud”, a series of rumors seem to indicate that Apple will surprise many in the music industry, once again.
Even though Amazon and Google launched “cloud locker” services, Apple’s upcoming service seems to be showing signs of a “game-changing” offering.
The “cord cutters” buzz has been gaining some ground over the last year or so. Folks that want to detach from set-top boxes and watch TV as a more personalized experience have been requesting an easy way to discover the right content, and what they want to watch whenever they want to. They all want to have a choice on how they consume their preferred content via their tablets, computers, XBOX 360, or even their connected TVs.
Service providers like AT&T and Verizon have delivered U-Verse and FiOS TV services over the IPTV technology. But it is now Comcast, the one that could soon make its video services available over IPTV to simplify watching real-time broadcasts on tablets like your iPad, gaming platforms, and several other devices.
Remote Conductor for iPad was released earlier this year, but only with wireless support for the Mac. The app has had success on the App Store because it turns your iPad into a productive multi-touch peripheral for your computer and allows you to manage most common tasks right from your finger tips.
Several readers have asked us when would a Windows-compatible version be released. Well, the time is now. Developer m3me has just released a new update that adds a Windows version of Conductor Software, which allows the iPad to manage several PC tasks, as well as launch apps on the PC as if they were on your iPad.
Just in time for Father’s Day, today’s iPad App Giveaway features Lifelike Cards HD, which is a great way to send electronic cards by simply browsing through a huge card selection (thousands of beautiful images from Flickr). This application offers a great way to pick the card you want to send, personalize it, and voila!
Lifelike has added a new Father’s Day card collection just in time for Dad’s special day! This application will bring a huge collection that will allow you to send cards for all other occasions as well.
It took a little a while, but a new version of the Opera Mini web browser has finally made it to the iPad. The new update has made the browser a universal application and comes with lots of new features that run natively on the iPad and has been designed to make the mobile web experience faster.
The new Opera Mini Browser features a new look and feel that certainly takes advantage of the iPad’s larger screen by leveraging pop-overs for menus and a visual tab browser that helps you organize and navigate content easily.
This weekend Apple unveiled the Apple Store 2.0 experience with its formal launch in Australia. The new experience features iPads displaying product information and prices around the store. You can also use the iPad to compare features between different products and even ask for a specialist’s help.
That’s not the only piece of news at the Apple Store. Remember the Fling iPad controller joystick? The Fling controller has definitely gained a lot of popularity amongst iPad gamers, and now the iPad accessory can also be purchased at Apple Retail Stores nationwide.
Leather cases have become quite the popular accessory for the iPad 2. With a slimmer body and slippery built, the iPad 2 requires a case that will provide great protection and gives you some flexibility when using your tablet.
If you’re looking for a great leather case for your iPad 2, one that will provide good protection, a stylish look and attract envious glares from your friends, then you should check out the SmartBlazer2 Leather Folio from TheJoyFactory.
The iPad 2 has created a large backlog that has seen a large amount of resellers standing in the streets waiting for every bit of iPad 2 inventory to resell it overseas. But, it has also created a market around the first-generation iPad recycling.
Amazon seems to have recognized that trend, and the online company has updated their electronics trade-in program to include Apple devices like your first-generation iPad, iPhone 3GS models and older iPod touch and iPod Classics.
Aperture on the iPad or any iOS device has been simply wishful thinking for most professional photographers, including some of us amateurs that like to take pictures and refine images to showcase our personal photography style.
However, according to the latest patent granted to Apple, professional photographers may finally get their wish granted. The patent indicates that Apple is probably bringing a version of Aperture to touch screen devices, which could include the iPad.
Attention Yahoo fans! The official Yahoo! Messenger app for iPad has been updated and has added a native iPad user interface, as well as support for voice and video calling on the iPad 2.
Previously, Yahoo users would have to rely solely on the iPhone app, but the new iOS version lets them stay connected with friends whether they are on the iPad, mobile or PC. Get ready to share photos and videos with your Messenger contacts in real-time directly from the iPad 2.
A new survey published by Business Insider has revealed some fascinating results on how iPad enthusiasts are spending their time when using their precious toy.
Much has been written about the impact the iPad has caused on netbooks sales. Compared to the iPhone the iPad seems to be carving out a niche for extensive browsing, news search, social communications, productivity, education time, as well as for video consumption, entertainment, and gaming. Now that the iPad has been in the market for over a year, has it become the ultimate device for you?
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