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Apple releases Mac OS X 10.7 gold master to developer community, upgrade due this month

As July begins, Mac OS X 10.7 (“Lion”) is due to hit this month and as of Friday, Apple has released Lion’s Gold Master (GM) seed to developers. Per Macworld, The GM release traditionally signals the last major internal update before the release to the general public; save any major issues, this version (labeled build […]

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Accessory iPhone News

Mophie releases updated juice pack air case for iPhone 4

Accessory maker Mophie recently announced the availability of a new design for their highly popular and useful juice pack air battery extender for iPhone 4. The Mophie juice pack air snap case (US$79.95) is available at Apple Stores and other retailers. Per The Unofficial Apple Weblog, the Juice Pack Air still offers virtually double the […]

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Apple patent describes simpler networking, use of RFID/new proprietary technology

Because patents are important and show nifty things that may be down the road… According to AppleInsider, Apple has shown interest in improving device discoverability and local networking using existing technology like RFID, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, or even a new proprietary wireless method. The details come from Apple’s latest patent application, entitled “Local Device Awareness,” […]

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Apple patent application for dock concept discusses location-based profiles

It’s the patent applications that make life interesting. That or love. Per AppleInsider, Apple has shown interest in a new location-based docking system that would dynamically change the interface and settings of a portable device for different activities like working or driving a car. The concept was revealed this week in a new patent application […]