Check out this infographic that examines the cost of purchasing an iPhone 6 in various countries by comparing its price to median annual household income.The United States, South Korea, and Luxembourg are the only countries where an iPhone costs less than 2% of the average household income – putting them on the complete opposite end of the spectrum from India, Philippines, and Indonesia, where the cost is over a quarter. In Indonesia in particular, the price ($863.90) is a whopping 39.3% of country’s median yearly income. This means that if an average household chose to spend every cent they made in a given year on phones, they’d only be able to purchase two – while a household in the United States would be able to purchase 63.Take a look at the infographic from webpagefx below…Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple’s upcoming iPad Pro will reportedly use displays from Sharp and enter production at the end of Q3 with mass production beginning in Q4, according to DigiTimes.Sharp is said to be providing Open Cell LCD displays for the tablet while Foxconn Group subsidiary General Interface Solution (GIS) provides GF touch panels, lamination, and LCM assembly.The makers were chosen due to Foxconn’s close relationship with Apple and cooperation with Sharp, the sources said. Samsung Display and TPK will be secondary suppliers, with TPK responsible for touch modules and Samsung for displays as well as LCD assembly.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Square Enix has released FINAL FANTASY VII for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.The smash hit RPG: Final Fantasy VII, which has sold over 11,000,000 units* worldwide, finally arrives on iOS! The first Final Fantasy to feature 3D backgrounds and CG movie scenes, this dramatic tale continues to be loved by numerous fans around the world. Battle stages also appear in full 3D for the first time, bringing an even greater sense of awe and spectacle to combat!Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Samsung has posted a teaser video for its upcoming Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch. The device will feature a round display and a rotating bezel that functions similar to the digital crown on the Apple Watch.What’s next is circular.The new Samsung Gear S2 is coming.Ready to turn.Samsung appears to be preparing the device for launch just ahead of the Berlin IFA conference on September 3rd, 2015. Take a look at the teaser video below and let us know what you think in the comments…Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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The Orbitz app has been updated to let you search and book flight+hotel packages.Orbitz is the #1 way to book travel on your mobile device. Designed for iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, and iPod touch, the Orbitz app lets you quickly and easily search and book flights, hotels, and rental cars without leaving the app. Plus, join Orbitz Rewards and start earning Orbucks on your flight and hotel bookings that you can instantly redeem on hotels in the app – app bookers earn 5% on hotels and 1% on flights! You can also access and share current trips and flight status, find last-minute hotel rooms nearby, and get exclusive app-only deals off our best hotels! Orbitz offers a simple, secure booking process, a Best Price Guarantee, and 24×7 customer support.What’s New In This Version:? BIG UPDATE for iPhone users!? Now search and book flight+hotel packages on the app — whether you call them combos, bundles, or packages, Orbitz can save you up to $675 per trip* when you book your flight and hotel together. ? Plus, save even more with Mobile Steals and, through Sept 21, earn 2x Orbucks when you book flight+hotel on the app! Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple has released OS X El Capitan 10.11 Beta 7 to developers and OS X El Capitan 10.11 Beta 5 to public beta testers.This is a pre-release update to OS X v10.11. If you have OS X v10.11 installed, download this update by clicking Updates in the toolbar of the Mac App Store. If you do not have OS X 10.11 installed, use your download code on the Mac App Store to get started.Developers and public testers can update to the new beta via the Mac App Store.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple has been granted an exemption from foreign ownership laws in the United Arab Emirates to retain 100% control over the operations of its planned retail stores in the country, according to Bloomberg sources. Apple apparently refused to open up shop in the country without the exemption.Under local regulations, all businesses operating in the U.A.E. must be 51 percent owned by Emiratis or a company wholly owned by them unless they are based in free-zones. The government is working on a new foreign investment law that would allow 100 percent foreign ownership in some industries, Minister of Economy Sultan Al Mansoori said in March.“Apple was licensed in the U.A.E. through the Ministry of Economy according to the requirements of, and in compliance with the Commercial Companies Law, as well as the ministerial resolution on foreign company branches,” Ahmad Al-Hosani, director of trade registration at the Ministry of Economy, said in an e-mailed statement to Bloomberg.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Twitter has updated its Mac app to remove the 140 character limit on Direct Messages.Twitter is the best way to connect, express yourself and discover what’s happening.Features:• Connect with people and your interests to get unfiltered access and unique behind-the-scenes perspectives.• Express yourself with photos, videos and comments.• Discover what’s happening. Get real-time stories, pictures, videos, conversations, ideas, and inspiration all in your timeline.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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The much rumored iPad Pro has surfaced in Appsee’s app analytics sporting a 2048×2732 pixel display.Our logs show a new device, named “iPad6,8” with the size of… 2,048×2,732 pixels (1024×1366 points). This evidence is aligned with previous findings and based on several live apps – making it very concrete. So it’s here, and it’s huge.Appsee also notes that the device running iOS 9.1, further supporting predictions of a November release.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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A new video from Unbox Therapy performs a bend test and aluminum material analysis of a leaked rear shell allegedly for the iPhone 6s. A previous video already found that the back plate is both thicker and lighter.First up is an analysis of the aluminum used for the shell. As expected, the aluminum contains a higher presence of zinc pointing to 7000 series aluminum. Apple says its new alloy of 7000 Series aluminum is 60 percent stronger than standard alloys. It appears that the iPhone 6S (and likely the iPhone 6s Plus) will be made out of a completely different alloy than the iPhone 6. Based on the evidence gathered it’s likely that the upcoming iPhone 6S and 6S Plus will utilize a stronger 7000 series aluminum. This change will likely produce a more durable iPhone but it may be more costly to produce.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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