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Evernote & Adonit Collaborate On Jot Script Stylus
The Evernote family of products is, well, ever growing!  It seems as though they are not doing this all by themselves.  Evernote has teamed up with Adonit for the new Jot Script Evernote Edition Stylus, which, when used with the updated handwriting app for the iPad, Penultimate, delivers a... Read more
Apple Patents System To Control Your Home Using Location Data
Apple has been granted a new patent that could make it possible for Apple to use location data from your iPhone or iPad, which is then fed to automated systems informing it of your whereabouts. So why would we use that you may ask? Well picture the scene. You’ve... Read more
Apple Unveils New Lineup, Some Of It Is Free!
Apple have done it again with a new line up of innovative tech.  They have unveiled a new iPad model; the iPad Air, updated the iPad mini and Retina display MacBook Pro’s.  Also the Mac Pro will be available from December.  But I think the best news was on... Read more
Apple iPad Event October 22?
Make sure that you clear your schedule for Tuesday, October 22; especially if you are an Apple fan. Word from AllThingsD sources is that is the date Apple will hold an invitation-only event to announce new products, specifically the latest updates to the iPad family. We expect the iPad 5 and iPad mini... Read more
Shower Tunes Curtain For The iPad
I don’t know about you but I love singing in the shower, despite the fact that my family do not love my singing. I also happen to be a fan of slightly strange, if not seemingly pointless technology. So imagine my delight when I stumbled upon a “gadget” that... Read more
Apple iPad Mini Retina Unlikely To Arrive This Year
If you’re an iPad owner, and weight matters a lot to you, then you have probably been waiting for the official announcement about the new iPad Mini. We are already hearing rumors about the “iPad Mini 2“, especially since we know that some new pieces of hardware will be... Read more
SlowCam Brings Slow Motion Video To iPhone 5
That new iPhone 5s is a pretty nifty piece of kit by any stretch of the imagination, but it is an expensive one, especially if you are not due for an upgrade. If the $600+ price tag is more than your finances can feasibly cope with, how about getting... Read more
Trade In Your iPad For A Surface, Microsoft Says
Who wants an iPad? Practically everyone I know. I do know for sure that I am very happy with my iPad 3, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything else in the world – except for an iPad Mini with a Retina screen, that is. For sure, I would... Read more
Apple Charger Replacement Program Expands
Recently it came to light that Apple would be staging a USB Power Adapter Takeback Program.  This was in response to safety issues with some counterfeit USB power adapters for iOS devices.  The program will allow users to buy an Apple USB power adapter for only $10 if they... Read more
Apple Chargers Replaced in Worldwide Program
Apple are to launch a worldwide programme to replace counterfeit power chargers.  The power adaptor replacement programme comes after a woman was reportedly electrocuted while using a non-Apple charger.  Apple’s power adaptor take back programme will take place in stores from 16 August to 18 October Consumers can buy... Read more
Apple Software Update Will Stop Device Hacking Through A Charger
Earlier this year, scientists from the Georgia Institute of Technology discovered a security flaw that leaves Apple devices such as iPhones and iPads vunerable to hackers through a simple charger. Billy Lau and his colleagues demonstrated their findings at the Black Hat hacking convention in Las Vegas this week.... Read more
Chrome 28 Released For iOS
A week after Chrome 28 on the desktop and Chrome 28 for Android, Google have announced the release of Chrome 28 for iOS.  You can download the latest version now directly from Apple’s App Store. Among the new features Google is adding is the option to open links in... Read more
Sky Sports iPad App: Follow The Ashes
Sky Sports for iPad app has been updated with a new Ashes specific event centre.  Sky is to add further sportacular coverage to its iPad app with a new Ashes section so you can get the ultimate second-screen experience whilst watching this year’s cricket. This new app feature has just... Read more
Apple iPads Saving US Air Force $5.7 Million Per Year
The US Air Force recently abandoned 40 pounds worth of paper maps, charts, logs and other paperwork from its aircraft. That paper was replaced with Apple iPads and the cost savings are amazing. The iPad devices which are deployed to 18,000 planes are saving the Air Force an estimated... Read more
Square Card Swiper Turns iPad Into Register
For most people, the iPad is probably a device used mainly for entertainment purposes – to play games, watch videos, browse the Internet, or read ebooks. Some use it for work purposes, to write perhaps. But we’ve also seen commercial establishments using iPads to enhance customer experience. And this... Read more
Apple iPad 128GB to go on Sale February 5
The Apple iPad 128GB has debuted with a Retina Display. The new size option was recently rumored and is now confirmed for the fourth generation iPad model. Apple will offer the 128GB tablet PC in both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular models starting on February 5. Apple will make... Read more
The Best iPad Keyboard Cases
At the risk of inciting the ire of Apple haters, I dare say that the iPad is the best tablet you can buy today. That is not to discount the fact that it is expensive device, of course, but the experience it offers surpasses that of its competitors. And... Read more