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Walmart Employees Toss iPads Around Because They Can

Emerald Catron — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 21:15:06 +0000

Maybe don’t buy expensive electronics from Walmart. If this (NSFW) video is to be believed, they’ve all been tossed around and dropped on the floor repeatedly just for the hey of it. These Pikeville, Kentucky, employees decide to have a little fun by swearing profusely and chucking some iPads around. The man filming prefaces their [...]

iPad Mini Is Latest from Apple

J. Patrick — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:41:25 +0000

Technology is racing ahead. It seems that everyday there is a new technical offering that supersedes anything we've seen before. Just weeks after Apple released the iPhone 5 comes a new offering the iPad Mini.

Hysterical – Pretend Delivery Guy Drops A Shipment of New iPhone5s

Steph — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:41:07 +0000

The buzz around the Apple iPhone5 has been incredible. Customers stood in line for days, hoping to score one of these phones before they sold out. People have been robbed for these! All of this hype makes this video very timely and incredibly funny! Watch it after the jump. Did you laugh out loud [...]

What Features Does the New iPhone 5 Have? LTE, Larger Screen, iOS 6 and More

Lisa Bernier — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:42:07 +0000

At a press conference this morning in San Francisco, Apple introduced the iPhone 5. The latest version of the best-selling smartphone has been highly anticipated ever since the somewhat disappointing release of the previous iteration, the iPhone 4s. The iPhone 5 will be the thinnest smartphone on the market. Made entirely of glass and aluminum, [...]

Apple Vs. Samsung Explained by Conan O'Brien [The Funnies]

George McIntyre — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 16:31:03 +0000

If you're following the war between Samsung and Apple, that actually makes you a bigger tech nerd than me. Seriously, get out of the house, make some friends...

Apple claims Samsung stole some of its operating system design when they created something or 'nother. Blah blah blah. Watch Conan O'Brien's silly take on this geek tug-of-war.

Elderly Man Finds Alternative Use For iPad [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:56:45 +0000

There are a million uses for Apple's iPad. Now thanks to a elderly German man, it's a million and one.

Take the jump, watch the video, and if you haven't already done so, be sure to download radioPup. It's Cars 108's free mobile app that let's you listen to, and interact with Cars 108 on your iPad, iPhone, or Android device.

iPhone's Siri Won't Find Abortion Clinics; Apple Says It's a Glitch [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:26:22 +0000

Siri, iPhone's talking digital assistant, appears to be pro life. The blogosphere lit up Wednesday when it was discovered that Siri would not return any results when asked about nearby abortion clinics, even in large metropolitan areas. (See the video below.)

The New York Times reports today that Apple insists this is a programming glitch, and not intentional bias:

Battery Life Fix Is Now Available For iPhones

J. Patrick — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:11:18 +0000

There is a new software update available for iPhones, iPads and iPods, that has just been released to fix problems that are shortening their battery life. Apple has released the update after a small number of customers reported lower than expected battery life on their devices.It’s Apples iOS 5 operating system that seems to be [...]

Cash In On Your Old iPhone

Ryan Reynolds — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:24:20 +0000

With the introduction of the new iPhone 4S, we’re bound to see a number of older phones being offered up for sale. That said, a large number of phone owners (iPhones and others) will simply put that old phone on the shelf and forget about it. Don’t save it, sell it. According to CNN Money, [...]

Discovery to Honor Steve Jobs, 'Mythbusters' Will Host

George McIntyre — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:40:11 +0000

That didn't take long. The Discovery Channel is working on a tribute to Apple Co-Founder Steve Jobs, who passed away last week. The special will be hosted by "Mythbusters" stars Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman. "iGenius: How Steve Jobs Changed The World" airs this Sunday, October 16th at 9pm.

Apple Founder Steve Jobs Passes Away [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:34:47 +0000

Steve Jobs, the Apple executive often credited with revolutionizing the computer industry, passed away today. Jobs was 56.

Jobs' death was not a surprise; he's been battling cancer for years. In January, Jobs took a medical leave from Apple, and stepped down as its CEO in August.

Move past the break to see CNN's brief time line of Jobs' tenure at Apple, as he took a company built in is garage to the iPhone-pioneering giant that it is today.

Steve Jobs Stepping Down as Apple CEO

Stephanie Berning — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 02:00:22 +0000

Steve Jobs is stepping down as chief executive at Apple, the company said on Wednesday. Jobs will remain at the company as chairman, but he and his iconic black turtleneck will be replaced by former Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook. Jobs sent Apple a letter of resignation, which he later made public, on Wednesday. In [...]

Apple Reveals Highly Anticipated iCloud at WWDC

George McIntyre — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:42:24 +0000

At WWDC, Apple’s annual developers conference, head honcho Steve Jobs came and went in only two hours, but left the rapt audience of gadget geeks with the next full year of the company’s plans, including the launches of iCloud, iOS5, and the new Mac OSX Lion. In the spotlight, and held for Jobs’ trademark “one [...]

No One Cares Where You Are – Apple and Google are not Tracking You

George McIntyre — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 17:20:00 +0000

There's been a lot of recent talk about Apple's, and now Google's ability to track iPad, iPhone and Android phone users' locations.

Two New York men have filed a lawsuit, accusing Apple of fraud, deceptive business practices, and are hoping they suit will be granted class-action status, according to Computer World.

It's the type of story that news outlets, big and small, tend to latch on to, and examine from every possible angle, ad nauseam.

Is this something that should worry you? No. Is it much ado about nothing? In my opinion, absolutely.

Meet ITR3VOR, The Dancing Apple Kid [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:50:09 +0000

Here we go another person seeking their 15 minutes of fame. His name is Trevor, and he is becoming somewhat of a sensation on YouTube. Here's what he does, Trevor, or ITR3VOR, goes around to Apple stores and dances choreographed routines to music on the available Macs. You can read more and check out the video after the jump.

Make Last Night Not Happen; With New iPhone App [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:20:30 +0000

Drunken Facebook and Twitter updates can now be eliminated with a tap of a button-thanks to a new iPhone app. Find out how you can make last night disappear after the jump!The ‘Last Night Never Happened’ app automatically deletes all embarrassing social network activity over a set period. It means you’re going to have to [...]

Crisis in Japan Could Mean Tech Shortage

George McIntyre — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:04:27 +0000

It may seem relatively unimportant, compared to the devastation caused by the worst earthquake and tsunami in Japan's recent history, but parts originating in Japan's factories are at the heart of many consumer electronics. Manufacturers will soon face shortages, which will have a serious effect on employment, profit and the global economy.

New iPhone APP Called "My Virtual Girlfriend" Part Game, Part Entertainment And Pretty Creepy [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:29:50 +0000

The 99 cent app lets players select a virtual girlfriend based on things like naughtiness, sense of humor, intelligence and even responsibility. You tell the app what characteristics you like, then choose the physical attributes that you had in mind. Once you choose your new totally-fake girlfriend, you’ll have things to do with her: you [...]

Coming To A Brain Near You: The APP That Can Read Minds [video]

Rod Prahin — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:27:27 +0000

Are you ready for this? An iPhone application has been developed that can read minds. The XWave allows users to control on-screen objects with their minds. It works via a headset strapped around the user’s forehead, plugging into the iPhone jack. Check out the video then ask yourself: Would I buy this?

(It's Happening)…Verizon Finally Lands The iPhone

Rod Prahin — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:58:13 +0000

I know, we have been hearing the rumors on and off for the last year or so, this time it’s for real. Sources say the largest U.S. wireless carrier will make the announcement tomorrow, at an event in New York. And the iPhone will soon be available to Verizon users. The phone is expected to [...]