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Hardware Rumor Software

Rumor: Mac OS X 10.7.3 beta references hint at upgraded Mac Pro units, improved video cards

It’s the beta references that provide the best hints. Per

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News Patents

Apple looks into universal power adapter to charge MacBook, iOS devices

It’s the patents that make things interesting. Per freepatentsonline, Apple has shown interest in building a new universal power adapter compatible with different DC voltage levels, allowing portable devices like a MacBook Pro, iPhone and iPad to be charged at the same time with just one wall plug. The proposed invention was revealed this week […]

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MacBook Pro News Software

Apple releases MacBook Pro Video Update 1.0 (Snow Leopard) firmware update for 15-inch MacBook Pro units running Mac OS X 10.6

It’s not the meatiest firmware update in the world, but it could still prove helpful in a pinch. Per The Mac Observer, Apple has released its MacBook Pro Video Update 1.0 (Snow Leopard) firmware update, a fix for Snow Leopard users experiencing the “Intermittent black screen or loss of video” issue. The company released a […]

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iPod News Patents

Apple patent points towards clip-on iPod nano, iPod shuffle devices with integrated speakers

It’s the patents that make tech interesting. Per freepatentsonline, Apple has shown interest in building a clip-on iPod with the same wearable form factor as the current iPod nano or iPod shuffle, but with a new integrated speaker built directly into the rear clip. The concept was revealed this week in a new patent application […]

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iPad iPhone iPod News Patents

Apple patent points towards improved OLED displays in future iOS devices

Uncertain about what’s coming down the pipe? Just check the recent patent applications. Per freepatentsonline, Apple has shown interest in improving the technology behind organic light emitting diodes, or OLED displays, to provide even better battery life for devices like the iPhone and iPad. Apple’s pursuit of better OLED technology was revealed this week in […]