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Rumor: Apple and AT&T Developing iPhone Tethering Plan

2008-08-31T18:16:00.001-04:00

According to a pretty legitimate-looking email thread from one of our readers, Steve Jobs may have responded to complaints that, since the pulling of NetShare from the App Store, iPhone-to-laptop tethering is impossible without jailbraking one's phone.I have NetShare and it kind of worked for the iPhone/Macbook. Couldn't get it to work for Vista. I do have a Verizon plan for data only so if it's $30 for tethering, that's a $30 discount from what I pay for Verizon. Curious what would happen if someone called in to my phone while online.

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11 iPhone Tricks You Might Not Have Known

2008-08-08T14:28:00.001-04:00

Whether you're an iPhone rookie or a weathered pro, take a look at these quick-and-easy iPhone tips and tricks which not only save you time, but ease your overall iPhone experience.

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NetShare Tethering iPhone App Reappears on App Store

2008-08-01T19:41:00.001-04:00

After an unusual sequence of events, Nullriver, Inc.'s NetShare app has reappeared on the iTunes App Store. The $9.99 application promises to allow you to share your iPhone's network connection with your computer.Share your iPhone's EDGE or 3G Internet connection with your computer using NetShare...

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Tap Tap Revenge Approaches 1M Users, Music Industry Notices

2008-08-01T19:37:00.001-04:00

A number of record labels have taken notice of Tap Tap Revenge’s quickly growing install base, and are eager to use it as a means of exposing users to new music. Decrem says that the company is in talks with both indie and more well known artists to create a premium package of songs, which will likely be released in the App Store.

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10 Things We Want to See in the iPhone 2.1 Update

2008-08-01T19:34:00.001-04:00

The iPhone 2.0 software is pretty good, but it's certainly not perfect. Having used it for a few weeks, we've discovered a number of little quirks that we really hope are addressed in the upcoming update. From bugs to missing features, here are ten things that would make the iPhone a much better device.

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7 iPhone Apps to Boost Your Productivity

2008-07-22T12:47:00.001-04:00

Here is a list of apps from the iTunes App Store that have been found to be useful and good for productivity that you might be interested in trying out. That is, if you hadn’t already done so during the week’s excessive hype. Or if you’re not busy playing Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart.

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Got One!!

2008-07-20T19:11:00.002-04:00

I know.. I wasn't going to get one right away but I was very impressed and I called the Apple Store at "The Pier" in Atlantic City. It was 11:30AM on Saturday morning. Yes, they have some. They just got in. Only 8GB and 16GB in Black came in just this morning.
I think I hung up before I made the 35 mile trip to AC but I could be wrong. I zoomed as fast as possible and got there about 50 minutes later. I said to my son, Jimmy, who accompanied me on the trek, that their is no way we get on. I pull into Ceasars AC Valet Parking. $30!!!!! no way. I drive around saying that I'm not getting one but I came so far so I have to try. Find a $10 parking lot near the AC Convention Center, about 3 blocks from the AC Apple Store. We begin to walk. Finally we enter "The Pier" after a walk past 3 strip clubs, 2 street vendors and who knows what else, I get to the Apple store. Two people in line and I ask "Are there any more iPhones?". Yes but only 16GB in Black. WOO HOO... yes. that's what I'm looking for. 15 minutes later, I'm walking out with my 3G waiting for it to activate. Yes! it's online and I"m in 3G goodness.
More to come on my reactions to the new phone.

Seven Reasons Why the New iPhone Sucks

2008-07-17T23:56:00.001-04:00

Look before you leap before buying the new iPhone. This is the iPhone that all of us have been waiting for. It promised to address the deficiencies of the first generation iPhone, but does it really?

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Control your PC or Mac Remotely from your iPhone [full demo]

2008-07-17T23:41:00.001-04:00

A demo of Mocha VNC for the iPhone. Mocha VNC is a free application from the App Store that provides access to a VNC server. Using your iPhone, you can connect to a Windows PC or Mac OS X and see the files, programs, and resources exactly as you would if you were sitting at your desk, just on a smaller screen.

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MobileMe: Service Temporary Unavailable

2008-07-13T18:25:00.001-04:00

At $99 a year, I expect my online service to function all the time. So perhaps that is why I am a little upset that Apple hasn’t been able to launch their MobileMe service properly and are experiencing outages. The fact that the service was supposed to launch at a time of Apple’s choosing, leaves no room for excuses on today’s problems. I think that it's intermittent now. I do have it loaded on my macbook now but it keeps prompting me to sync my contacts every 30 minutes or so. I guess it's not fully baked yet. I'll bet the retired Bill Gates is sitting at home getting more than a few chuckles over this. The Apple Fanboys are not pleased with Jesus Phone 2.0

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500 iPhone Apps, but why these?

2008-07-12T09:52:00.001-04:00

Why and how did Apple choose the lucky 552 applications for the App Store's initial launch? Ars speculates on what could have been the deciding factors. I completely agree with this post in Ars technica. I applied just about day one to get into the official $99 developer program. I was locked out as were many, many others. I have ideas, just waiting to get into the program.

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iPhone 2.0

2008-07-11T21:57:00.002-04:00

What a great update.... I actually installed it yesterday through some links on Engadget. I wasn't able to get to MobileMe until later this afternoon. I'm now syncing with my corp exchange server just like I used to with my old Motorola Q. I've already purchased two applications. Well, actually, they're games. Cro-Mag racing (Wii like controls.. very fun... good graphics) and Enigmo (another great puzzle game). Both are great and very different from any other pocket size games available.

The big surprise for me is MobileMe. I basically use 4 different computers (Dell Latitude, Dell Inspiron (corp), MacBook, and IMac). I've dreamed of the ability to read mail on any of these devices, delete items, send items, and then have all other machines updated. I also want the ability to do this from my iPhone. I'm still working with the software and setup of the new software but MobileMe promises this capability. I'll keep the blog updated on my progress.

Another thing that's been on my mind is the use of the words iPhone Apps. My lucky insight over a year ago has paid off.. maybe it will drive some traffic to this sight.

WSJ's Walt Mossberg Reviews iPhone 3G

2008-07-09T20:18:00.001-04:00

Smart-phone shoppers who have been waiting for a cheaper iPhone that runs on faster cell networks might want to take the plunge on the iconic device's latest iteration, but service costs have risen and battery life has dropped.

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First iPhone 3G reviews via the WSJ, USA Today and NY Times

2008-07-09T20:16:00.003-04:00

Three of Apple's favorite journalists have weighed in on iPhone 3G and reckon the device to be a major -- though not perfect -- improvement on its predecessor. We break down the highlights of each review.

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The MobileMe changeover: Everything you need to know

2008-07-09T20:16:00.001-04:00

Now that we know exactly when Apple will take .Mac out behind the woodshed and flip the switch on MobileMe, it's time to make sure we have packed our bags properly for the move. After all, you don't want to show up in Apple's green new pastures to find out that you forgot all your bookmarks or you can't use your .Mac MobileMe account to chat anymor

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Seven Disappointing Things About the iPhone

2008-06-22T16:43:00.001-04:00

Apple's new iPhone promises to be 4.7 ounces of awesome. It promises to do everything the iPhone does well--surfing the Web, serving up music and movies, and letting you flick through your voicemail messages with a fingertip. Even before its release, there are some niggling issues--some minor, others major--that make the iPhone disappointing.

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The iPhone 3G FAQ

2008-06-15T10:25:00.001-04:00

Here's everything you wanted to know about the iPhone 3G.

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Analyst Predict: There’s a great future in iPhone apps

2008-06-15T10:24:00.003-04:00

The $1.2 billion market size falls under Munster’s “Agrressive Case” scenario in which there are 85 million iPhone and iPod Touch users through the end of next year, 95 percent of whom would need to actively use the store. Still, given that Apple has the device available in six countries right now but will have it in some 70 countries by next year

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iPhone 3G's True Price Compared

2008-06-15T10:24:00.001-04:00

Since Apple announced that they're lowering the price for iPhone 3G down to $199, people have been rumbling about how the increased AT&T data plan price negates any savings you get up front on the phone. Over two years, the iPhone 3G will cost $160 more over the original iPhone. This includes the unlimited data plan plus...

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First iPhone Hands-On

2008-06-11T08:14:00.001-04:00

Hands-on report on the iPhone, live from WWDC: "In my hand, the 3G iPhone is lighter, fits better, and noticeably thinner. I made a call with it, side by side with my 1st generation iPhone, and the reception is noticeably better as well. I can't even believe this is frigging AT&T anymore." With the better reception, it may be worth a look a bit sooner than I thought. I still won't be a day one person with it. A coworker will be getting one fairly soon, I'll check out his reception. Maybe the 2.0 firmware will help?

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Steve Jobs WWDC 2008 Keynote (in 60 Seconds)

2008-06-11T08:10:00.001-04:00

Don’t bother watching the 107 minute version of today’s Steve Jobs WWDC Keynote: instead, watch our 60 second version.Absolutely brilliant. Saved me 106 minutes of time.

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Five Reasons to Buy the Apple iPhone 3G

2008-06-11T07:56:00.001-04:00

Now may be the time to become an Apple iPhone owner at last.I'm not sure I agree with all five of the reasons. My strategy is to load the 2.0 firmware on my current rev 1.0 iPhone. If the speed is acceptable, I'm not sure it's worth another year commitment to AT&T and possibly $45/month for "business data" access. Does anyone know what the definition of "Business data access" means? Does that mean push email? well, is that worth $20 more a month? for two years? for $240? My feeling is that I'll wait initially and maybe until a 32GB or 64GB with tether capabilty comes out.

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MobileMe announced

2008-06-09T21:18:00.001-04:00

The rumors were true, Apple just announced their new MobileMe service. Push mail, contacts and calendars all in the cloud and synced back to your iPhone over the air.Have to wait until July to check it out. I do wonder how this is going to work with Exchange and ActiveSync. If I have a Corp account and some other POP mail.. what's going to happen?

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iPhone 3G hands-on

2008-06-09T21:16:00.001-04:00

Engadget has it with a more detailed specifications and comparisons

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iPhone 2 to Be Sold "at Significantly Lower Prices"

2008-06-08T21:01:00.001-04:00

Financial Times is like the UK's Wall Street Journal, so they don't print things lightly—truth likelihood is very high. And they're saying the next iPhone will be subsidized and much cheaper than the current one. (Excerpt from Financial Times On The Page)

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