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Siri: Is it a Big Data Eater?
Siri, the voice-controlled intelligent assistant, has succeeded in endearing itself to Apple fans, prompting the iPhone 4S to become the best selling iPhone ever. However, even as the users enjoy interacting with their virtual assistant, Siri is being blamed for being a data hog.
iOS 5 Untethered Jailbreak: How to Use TinyUmbrella to Preserve the Chance of Jailbreaking Your A5 Device
According to Greenpois0n, the new version of TinyUmbrella is to save SHSH blobs for iPhone 4S on iOS 5.0.1 Second build 9A406. If users upgrade their devices to the latest built, these SHSH blobs can help them to downgrade their devices to iOS 5.0.1 built 2.
Will iPad 3, iPhone 5 Pack Quad-Core Chips? Evidence Found in iOS 5.1 Beta
The next generation iPads and iPhones are expected to feature powerful quad-core processors, according to a recent report that claimed finding references in the latest iOS 5.1 beta.
iOS 5 Untethered Jailbreak: Pod2g Unveils Team Working on A5 Release
Pod2g, the famous iPhone hacker, has released the names of those who are working as a team to release the untethered jailbreak for A5 devices.
Four Sprint Execs Out in Reorganization
Four Sprint Nextel executives are leaving in a corporate reshuffle at the No. 3 U.S. mobile provider involving the merger of sales and marketing for its business and consumer services operations, Sprint CEO Dan Hesse said.
Apple iPad 3 Release in March 2012, iPad 4 Maybe in October (Rumor)
Taiwan based Digitimes, a common source for Apple component news, has issued a new report saying their sources indicate two new iPads in 2012, one in March and one in October. That could be good news for tablet lovers because it would mean faster updates on current devices or a faster turnaround time for new devices.
Nokia Buys Norwegian Startup Smarterphone for Low-End Push
Finnish cellphone maker Nokia has bought Norwegian technology startup Smarterphone AS to add more advanced features to its basic cellphone models.
Apple May Launch TV Bid for English Premier League Rights vs. News, Disney, Al-Jazeera
Apple shares neared their all-time high of $426.70 Friday after reports the computer giant might bid for TV rights for the English Premier League. The league includes the U.K.’s biggest football, or soccer clubs.
iPad 3 Release: Should You Wait for the iPad 3 or Buy a Transformer Prime?
iPad 3 will be here in March, but if waiting for Apple's newest tablet doesn't suit you, perhaps it's time to consider buying an Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime. It's the same size display as the iPad 2 and even costs the same, $500.
Sony to Name Hirai President This Year: Report
Japan's Sony Corp will promote its consumer business chief Kazuo Hirai to the role of president as early as April, taking the title away from Howard Stringer, who is expected to remain chairman and CEO, the Nikkei newspaper reported
World's Biggest Technology Show Searching for 'Wow' Factor
The world's biggest technology trade show will feature razor-thin laptops, powerful new smartphones, and fancy flat-screen TVs, but talk in the cavernous halls of the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show may center on whether the CES itself has a long-term future.
Lovefilm signs up BBC, ITV ahead of Netflix launch
European film subscription service Lovefilm has signed deals to give its members access to past BBC and ITV television shows including Doctor Who and Prime Suspect, it said ahead of an expected imminent launch of rival Netflix in Britain.
iPhone 4S vs Nokia Lumia 710: What You Need to Know
Anyone considering one of these phones will likely not be considering the other, but because they are so different, it's kind of fun to see what separates them. First, iPhone 4S isn't even offered by T-Mobile, and that's the only place in the U.S. where you'll find the Nokia Lumia 710.
CES 2012: Corning to Introduce Gorilla Glass 2
At CES 2012, Corning will introduce the next-generation of its damage-resistant specialty glass for TVs, PCs, smartphones and tablets called Gorilla Glass 2. The new glass is said to be thinner than Gorilla Glass but maintain its predecessor's ultra-strength.
HTC quarterly net lags forecast amid tough competition
Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC Corp recorded a worse-than-expected yearly profit decline in the fourth quarter, and the first decline in two years, as its models scrambled to compete with Apple Inc's iPhone and Samsung's Galaxy range.
2012 Trends: 5 Items to Get Cheaper in 2012
The times and trends are always changing, and some benefit consumers while others do not. But the shopping Web site dealnews did a good job in recent days noting things that will be less expensive and more expensive in 2012. Among the items that will get cheaper in 2012, according to dealnews, is wine and homes.
Corning Shares Barely Budge After Announcing New Gorilla Glass 2 for Tablets
Shares of venerable glassmaker Corning rose after the company said it plans to introduce Gorilla Glass 2, a new generation of highly durable glass, at next week’s Consumer Electronics Show.
Apple iPad 3 Release Date Coming in March 2012, iPad 4 in October [REPORT]
Apple's foreign supply chain says the company will release the iPad 3 with a full HD display in March, and a completely renovated iPad 4 in October. The new iPads will make Apple's older iPad offerings cheaper and more accessible.
iOS 5 Untethered Jailbreak: Update to iOS 5.0.1 and Protect Your Untethered Jailbreak Using TinyUmbrella [Guide]
Now, as we have an untethered jailbreak for all A4-powered devices and its counterpart for A5-powered devices is on the cards, jailbreakers should update to iOS 5.0.1 preserve SHSH blobs before Apple releases another update and stops signing 5.0.1.
Will HTC Amaze 4G Outclass Apple iPhone 4S?
HTC Amaze 4G, which was released in October for T-Mobile, is expected to see or give stiff competition to Apple iPhone 4S, which received overwhelming positive responses.
Steve Jobs Action Figure Maker Defends Product; Buy the Doll Before it Gets Banned
Though, Apple's legal team is working hard to stop the sale of the action figure, the dolls are still up for sale on different online shopping Web sites.
Google to Launch Own-brand Tablet to Compete with iPad or Kindle Fire?
Internet search engine giant Google will reportedly launch its own-brand tablet, prompting Android fans to wonder which kind of device the company plans to make - will the Google tablet compete with the affordable, $199 Amazon Kindle Fire or the high-end, $499 (and above) Apple iPad 2?
iPhone 5 Headed for Fall Launch with Major Design Overhaul
It is expected that this fall Apple will be launching its much awaited iPhone 5, with major overhaul in terms of design, complete with larger screen and compatibility with 4G LTE networks.
Toshiba to Unveil ‘Thinnest’ Tablet at CES 2012
The company is also promising to show off a waterproof tablet that sports a bright OLED display, plus a 55-inch QFHD television with glasses-free 3D at the trade show that's scheduled in Las Vegas.
Untethered Jailbreak for iPhone 4S, iPad 2 Update: Progress With A5 Hits Snag, be Wary of Fakes
Jailbreak developer Pod2g revealed that an untethered jailbreak for A5-powered devices might not be released as soon as he had expected, as the project has encountered a big hurdle in the way of making the jailbreak available for public use.
iPhone 4S Launch ‘Delaying iPad 3 Release’; Is it Another Apple Marketing Gimmick?
Launch of iPhone 4S in China can delay the release of the much-hyped and much-awaited iPad 3, speculate experts. Now delaying the launch of iPad 3 can be another structured rumor or marketing gimmick of Apple as this world renowned electronics company is known for making a series of announcements at random times to fuel up the suspense among the Apple enthusiasts.
HTC net lags forecast amid tough competition
Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC Corp recorded a worse-than-expected yearly profit decline in the fourth quarter, and the first decline in two years, as its models scrambled to compete with Apple Inc's iPhone and Samsung's Galaxy range.
Milan Court Rejects Samsung Bid to Ban Apple iPhone 4S in Italy
Samsung Electronics Co. suffered a major setback in its attempt to get a sales ban on Apple's iPhone 4S in Italy. A Milan court on Wednesday rejected Samsung's bid to block Apple's latest smartphone sales in Italy, according to a Bloomberg report.
Apple's iPhone 4S Consumes More Data Than iPad Tablets: Study
Apple's new iPhone 4S consumes on average twice as much data as the previous iPhone model and even more than iPad tablets due to increasing use of online services like the virtual personal assistant Siri, an industry study showed.
Siri Doubles Apple's iPhone Data Volumes
Apple's voice recognition software Siri has prompted users of the iPhone 4S to use almost twice as much data compared with iPhone 4 according to a report published by network management software vendor Arieso.