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Lightning port adapters sell out in 30 minutes, shipments slip to 2-3 weeks

It wasn’t the sale of the century, but it WAS a part people needed and it went fast. Per AppleInsider, just half an hour after the iPhone 5 went up for pre-order, USB adaptors for Apple’s new Lightning port sold out, forcing users with compatible accessories to wait until new shipments arrive in October. Both […]

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Apple discontinues iPhone 3GS handset

It had a good run. On Thursday, Apple officially confirmed the discontinuation of the iPhone 3GS handset, according to All Things D. The iPhone 3GS been since replaced by the iPhone 4 as its free on-contract handset. Last year, with the launch of the iPhone 4S, the iPhone 3GS became Apple’s first free smartphone with […]

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Apple announces September 19th release date for iOS 6

iOS 6 is almost here. Just wait a week. On Wednesday, Apple Senior VP of iOS Software Scott Forstall announced that the next major update to Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS 6, will be available for the public to download and install in one week, on Wednesday, September 19th. iOS 6 will be available for […]

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Apple announces iPhone 5, handset to go on sale September 21st

The Apple online store is being updated right now. And for good reason. At long last, Apple on Wednesday unveiled its iPhone 5 handset. Per Macworld, the new device features a taller screen, a new dock connector port, LTE support, and other changes. The new handset, which is now 7.6mm thin and weighs 112 grams, […]

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Leaked memo shows FedEx blocking out vacation days around September 21st, “iPhone 5” launch appearing more likely

Sometimes it’s the delivery services that provide the most useful hints as to a major product launch. Per MacRumors, additional evidence of a Sept. 21 launch for Apple’s next iPhone has come from mail carrier FedEx, which has begun alerting employees about a “surge volume” event beginning that Friday. FedEx has postponed a corporate class […]