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Apple patent describes additional security/data scrambling features for lost iPhone handsets

If you’re hunting for your lost iPhone, you might have some additional features to work with before long. Per AppleInsider, Apple has shown interest in giving users the ability to scramble or delete specific data, or even record audio or visual information in the event that an iPhone is lost. Apple’s new potential security options […]

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Rumor: Apple, Universal reach licensing terms for iCloud music streaming

It’s never a bad thing when two parties come to terms on something. Per CNET, Apple has signed a licensing deal with Universal Music Group, incorporating all four of the major record companies into its iTunes iCloud music plans. Citing “sources with knowledge of the talks,” the reported today that, in addition to Universal, Apple […]

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Apple patent application shows interest in developing solar as a power source for mobile devices

A recently revealed patent application shows that Apple is continuing to research solar power as a potential secondary power source for its mobile devices. Per freepatentsonline, the application, which describes an auxiliary solar cell that interfaces with a device’s battery, was published earlier this week. The invention includes a “battery charging manager” that can handle […]

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iPad News Software

SlingPlayer Mobile app comes to iPad, allows streaming TV, video content from 3G and Wi-Fi connections

It’s been nifty on other devices, it can’t help but nifty on the iPad. Per iLounge, Sling Media has released an iPad version of its Slingbox client for iOS devices. The SlingPlayer Mobile app for iPad allows users to stream TV and other video content to their iPad from select Slingbox devices using a Wi-Fi […]

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Target to begin selling iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 handsets and accessories on November 7th

It’s not the most exciting news in the world, but it’s useful in a pinch. Per Engadget, the Minneapolis-based Target retail chain will begin offering Apple’s iPhone 3GS and black iPhone 4 handsets at various Target Mobile locations nestled within some 846 Targets across the country starting on November 7th. Pricing for the handsets and […]