Rumours that Apple was working on a larger iPad tablet resurfaced today courtesy of The Korea Times. Much as earlier rumours have suggested, Apple is readying a 12.9-inch iPad for an early 2014 launch. According to an unnamed official at a local Apple supplier, the new iPad will feature a higher resolution display than that of current models, reaching “almost ultra […]
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BBM for Wi-Fi-only iOS devices coming “within 24 hours”
BlackBerry is set to expand the reach of its BBM messaging app to additional devices very shortly. Andrew Bocking, Executive Vice President, BBM at BlackBerry, told SlashGear today that a new version of BBM for Wi-Fi-only iOS devices like the iPad and iPod touch will be available in the App Store “within 24 hours.” Bocking pointed out that the rollout […]
Canada Post launches free iPad app for epost
Canada Post has made it even easier to manage electronic bills with their epost service. It has launched a dedicated iPad app that offers the same functionality as their website. “In transforming its business, Canada Post is adapting to better serve the changing postal needs of its customers. Our new iPad app will give Canadians the choice and flexibility they […]
Apple and Samsung working on 12-inch tablets
Rumours that both Apple and Samsung are working on 12-inch tablets refuse to go away. Apple is reportedly working on a larger 12.9-inch iPad tablet while Samsung could be readying the Galaxy Note 12.2 tablet for an imminent launch. According to Digitimes sources, Apple is developing its tablet with Quanta Computer (which is also reportedly working on the iWatch) while the […]
Apple readying a 12.9-inch iPad tablet?
Samsung may not be the only company looking to diversify its tablet lineup with models with larger displays. Apple is reportedly also looking at iPads larger than the current 9.7-inch models and is already working with Taiwan’s Quanta on such devices. According to the Chinese language United Daily News, the company is looking to launch a tablet described as a […]
Apple iPad announcement set for October 15?
French website MacGeneration reports today that Apple will unveil its next generation iPads at a special event set for October 15th. Unlike Apple’s event last week which introduced the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C, this one may focus on more than a single product category. Apple could also announce an Intel Haswell update to its Mac lineup and even the Apple […]
Apple testing larger-screened iPhones and iPads?
Rumours that Apple is working on smartphones and tablets with larger screens have been floating about for some time. The Wall Street Journal is the latest to indicate that Apple and its partners are testing such devices. On the smartphone side, the report only suggests that a display that measures “more than four inches” is being tested. As for the […]
Apple launches its back-to-school promotion
Today Apple started its back-to-school specials: A US$100 gift card with purchase of a Mac and US$50 gift card with an iPad or iPhone purchase. The promotional period is from July 7 through September 6 and gift cards can be redeemed through Apple’s App store, iTunes Store, or iBookstore. In order to qualify for the App Store Gift Card or […]