- Plane Evacuated in Tel-Aviv After iPhone Catches Fire
A plane destined for Prague, Czech Republic from Tel-Aviv, Israel was evacuated during boarding after an iPhone spontaneously caught fire in a passenger’s handbag, reports AndroidPortal.
Given the location, the incident caused some panic amongst passengers leading the crew to evacuate everyone to the main terminal building. Apparently, smoke from the device spread through the whole plane and few people knew what was really happening.
The phone belonged to Yarden Leviovej. Her father told Nova TV, “My daughter opened her purse, from which we saw the flames and the heat radiating from it.” [Translation]
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Apple Employee and U.S. Army Reservist Acted as a Human Shield to Save Life of British Colonel
A U.S. Army reservist, who normally works as a customer service manager at Apple, was shot six times after diving in front of a British colonel to protect him from a Taliban attack.
The soldier acted as a human shield when the colonel came under fire from a rogue Afghan soldier with an assault rifle, reports the DailyMail. He returned fire with a rifle and pistol but was shot multiple times. Two bullets hit one of his legs, one bullet tore into his shoulder, and three were stopped by his bulletproof vest.
It’s believed he saved the life of the senior officer as apparently the colonel was not wearing body armor.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Analyst: Apple Unlikely to Sell iPhones With Sapphire Displays This Year
J.P. Morgan analyst Rod Hall has issued a note to investors predicting that Apple is unlikely to use sapphire in this year’s iPhones due to prohibited costs associated with producing the material in large quantities.
Hall notes that GT Advanced Technologies has acquired Twin Creeks, a company that uses a wafering process called ‘Hyperion’ that could significantly reduce the cost of building a sapphire screen cover. Apple also has filed its own patents on sapphire laminates that could reduce costs.
In the report, received by AppleInsider, Hall estimated that producing the sapphire displays currently costs about 10 times more than using Corning’s Gorilla Glass. The higher cost is because the Hyperion ion implantation process is apparently not ready for mass production.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Leaked Schematic Reveals iPhone 6 Will Only Have 1GB of RAM?
A leaked schematic for the iPhone 6, posted by GeekBar on Weibo, alleged shows that the upcoming smartphone will have 1GB of RAM.
It’s unclear if the schematic is for the 4.7-inch or 5.5-inch iPhone 6. One GB of RAM would be less than the 2 GBs in many flagship Android devices and the same amount of RAM as the iPhone 5, 5c, and 5s.
In a world where flagship Android smartphones come with at least 2 GB of RAM, the iPhone 6 doesn’t sound powerful enough to compete with the most sought-after devices from the opposite camp. Nevertheless, Apple is a wizard when it comes to optimization and iOS has always been capable of successfully handling the same tasks as Android, while requiring fewer resources.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Apple Discounts Beats Headphones and Speakers By 10%
Apple has discounted the price of most Beats by Dr. Dre headphones and speakers by 10%. The sale will last until August 23rd, reports 9to5Mac.
Apple finalized its acquisition of Beats earlier this month and recently began processing sales of Beats Electronics through its online store.
Hit the link below for the sale or click here to check out a nice Apple iBeats headphones concept.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Target Discounts the iPad Mini to $199
Target is running a sale on the iPad mini and iPad Air, discounting the iPad mini 16GB to $199 and discounting the iPad Air by $50.
The sale is ‘this week only’ and most models are currently in stock online, sold in stores, and eligible for store pickup.
Pricing for the iPad Air starts at $449 for the 16GB Wi-Fi version. Target is also offering 15% off select iPad and tablet accessories.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Motorola Moto 360 Smartwatch Surfaces on Best Buy for $250
Best Buy has just listed the Motorola Moto 360 smartwatch for $249.99. The product page doesn’t offer a release date, just a ‘coming soon’ label.
Designed for most devices with an Android 4.3 or later operating system, this Motorola Moto 360 00419NARTL smart watch enables easy operation via the 1.5″ LCD touch screen and voice-activated design. The Bluetooth 4.0 technology simplifies pairing.
Features:
? Compatible with most devices with an Android 4.3 or later operating system – For wide-ranging use ? Bluetooth 4.0 technology- Enables wireless syncing to select devices for hassle-free connectivity.
? Voice activated – Allows you to use spoken commands to operate the smart watch via the built-in microphone.
? Vibration alert – Discreetly notifies you of important events.
? 1.5″ backlit LCD touch screen – With 320 x 290 resolution and 205 ppi makes it easy to navigate features and provides easy-to-read visuals. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 construction offers durability, and the adjustable brightness allows custom use.
? Built-in optical heart rate monitor (PPG) – Helps you achieve or stay within your ideal heart rate range.
? Built-in pedometer – Measures the number of steps taken, so you can easily monitor your fitness progress throughout the day.
? Digital watch interface – Provides crisp, clear readouts of the time and date. Built-in alarm and calendar features help you stay on schedule.
? Waterproof up to 3.3′ for up to 30 minutes – So you can safely wear the watch while swimming or engaging in other aquatic activities.
? Stainless-steel case and plastic case back – Offer durability. The adjustable-length Horween leather band and metal buckle closure deliver a secure, comfortable fit.
? Built-in lithium-ion battery pack – Provides long-lasting operation. The battery-strength indicator lets you know when the battery needs to be powered via the included dock and charger.
? Texas Instruments processor – Helps ensure fast, efficient performance.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Another Photo of Apple's New Lightning Cable With Reversible USB Connector
Sonny Dickson, a reputable source of iPhone leaks, has posted another photo of Apple’s rumored new Lightning cable with a reversible USB connector.
Reversible USB port on the new Lightning cables!
Images of the cable first surfaced on Dianxinshouji. The design matches up with a patent filed by Apple for REVERSIBLE USB CONNECTOR.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Users in Emerging Markets Want Smartphones With 5-Inch Displays or Larger [Chart]
Jana surveyed smartphone users across nine emerging markets to gain insight into their device preferences and learn more about the content that they consume. They found that over half of respondents in every market surveyed (except Nigeria) expect their next smartphone to have a screen size of 5-inch or larger.
Large screen devices are popular among respondents because of their suitability for video streaming and games.
Apple is expected to release a 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch iPhone 6. The 4.7-inch device will likely appeal to those who value portability, while the 5.5-inch device would be great for media consumption.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Todo for Mac Gets a Completely New User Interface
Todo for Mac has been updated with a completely new user interface that matches its iOS apps.
Todo empowers millions of people around the world to get things done. Todo’s beautiful and intuitive interface enables you to easily create and share tasks, checklists and projects. Whether you are managing a complex work project with a team, planning a family reunion or simply sharing a shopping list, Todo has what you need.
Features:
· Automatically sync tasks across the computers and devices you use
· Share Lists: Create lists and share them with your co-workers, family and friends
· Collaboration: Add comments to tasks that will be seen by everyone in your shared task list
· Stay Informed: Receive email notifications when someone in your shared list updates a task
· Simply reply to task emails and your comments will automatically be added to that task
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - More Photos of Purported 1810 mAh Battery for 4.7-inch iPhone 6 Surface
We first saw evidence that the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 would feature a 1,810 mAh battery last month, when the alleged battery leaked. Previous reports had pegged the battery between 1800 and 1900 mAh, however some were disappointed to see the slight increase form the 1570 mAh battery found in the iPhone 5s.
Today, Nowwhereelse shares more images of an 1810 mAh battery, supporting the original leak. The photos show the typical battery found in an iPhone, with Apple logo and regulator approvals. One photo even shows an entire tray of the batteries ready for shipment.
One analyst had claimed that the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 would feature a larger 2100 mAh battery, but the evidence continues to point to 1810 mAh.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Fair Labor Association Delivers Findings on Two Apple Suppliers
The Fair Labor Association has published a new report today revealing its findings at two Apple facilities operated by supply partner Quanta in Changshu and Shanghai.
The result of the report found a decent amount of violations at both facilities, including recruitment policies, health and safety issues and underage labor policies. The FLA has made recommendations to Apple on how it can improve working conditions in order to fall in line with local laws, and the FLA’s own code of conduct.
Apple has responded to the findings, noting that is has already taken some action to address some the issue presented in the report.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Apple Begins Hiring For Future Retail Store in United Arab Emirates
Apple’s latest job postings on its website hints it already has begun the hiring process for its first retail store in the Middle East, specifically the United Arab Emirates.
Apple has posted available positions including a Specialist, Store Leader, Manager, Genius, Market Leader and more. While there is no indication on when the store would open, previous hiring schedules would point to a February 2015 date for an opening.
The UAE is a country of nine million residents along the Persian Gulf, and its economy and technical sophistication rank very high on a global scale. Up to 85 percent of the country’s residents are expatriates from other countries, and it hosts millions of tourists each year, making it a perfect Apple store target. There are many potential locations for the future store in the emirates of Abu Dhabi and Dubai, both with upscale, multi-level shopping malls.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube - Leaked Photos Reveal Front Panel, Logic Board, Battery for 5.5-Inch 'iPhone 6L'?
New photos have surfaced online that claim to reveal a front panel, logic board, and battery for the rumored 5.5-inch iPhone, allegedly called the ‘iPhone 6L’.
The images were posted to appledaily.com.tw. The battery capacity for the 6L is shown to be 2915mAh; whereas, the battery capacity for the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 is shown to be 1810mAh.
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 6 on September 9th; however, it’s still unclear if more than one model will be announced at the time. Some reports have the larger iPhone 6 launch in December alongside an iWatch.
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