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FAA to take “fresh look” at permitted onboard electronics, may allow iPad use during all stages of flights

Maybe the FAA will get sensible sometime soon. Per the New York Times, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has indicated it is taking a “fresh look” at the use of portable electronics on airplanes, which could potentially lead do devices like Apple’s iPad being allowed for use during takeoff and landing. The FAA plans to […]

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Mac Pro Processors Rumor

Rumor: Apple may include Intel Sandy Bridge processors in near-term Mac Pro update

Even if you’re hankering for a new iPad 3 or an updated MacBook Air, there’s always your Mac Pro tower to keep in mind. Per The Inquirer, Intel’s new Sandy Bridge update for its Xeon line of high end CPUs is due next week, suggesting the potential for Apple to refresh the Mac Pro, which […]

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3G Wireless iPhone Legal News

AT&T customer wins in 3G throttling case, could open floodgates for similar lawsuits against carrier

Sometimes you CAN fight the giant and win. Per the Associated Press, in a California court ruling on Friday, an AT&T customer who saw a reduction in his iPhone’s download speed due to high usage was awarded US$850 on claims that the telecom’s throttling measures are unfair to consumers. Pro-tem Judge Russell Nadel handed down […]

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Hardware iPad iPhone iPod Rumor

Rumor: Apple to replace 30-pin iPhone, iPod, iPad connector with smaller alternative

It’s a rumor, but it involves replacing the classic 30-pin connector you know, love and are readily familiar with on your iPod, iPhone, and iPad with something new, so proceed to panic. Also, begin hoarding food, as this means the apocalypse is well nigh. An unsubstantiated rumor claims that Apple is looking to replace the […]

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Apple patent shows effort to develop thinner keyboards

Remember your Apple keyboard? It might just be about to go through a training montage and get thinner in the process. Per Free Patents Online, Apple may be looking to make its notebook computers and keyboard accessories even thinner and lighter with a brand new take on the classic input method. Apple’s interest in reinventing […]