18 Apr, 2009
Some feared it might happen, others thought it would pass with flying colors, but unfortunately we’ve got a tip that tries to shed some light on the situation. This was from an anonymous tipster and we’re posting it for information sake. We’ve already reached out to Sling Media PR, so in the meantime, while we wait, here’s what we’ve been told:
The application (SlingPlayer for iPhone) conformed to every single Apple guideline for applications and user interfaces, etc. The reason it was denied (actually denied today if our tipster is to be believed) was because of an executive decision on Apple’s end. AT&T had asked that the app be rejected due to worries about bandwidth consumption (this doesn’t make too much sense given that other devices has been using SlingPlayer Mobile for a long time…).
What do you guys think? We’ll update this when we hear more!
News Source: www.boysgeniusreport.com
18 Apr, 2009
Right on schedule, Apple has released a new version of their beta 3.0 OS. We’re waiting for you guys to chime in about it, but in the meantime, if you’re a registered iPhone Dev, get your download on, ok?
News Source: www.boysgeniusreport.com
18 Apr, 2009
Googles Android team releases a sneak peek at the next version of the Android software development kit, which integrates most of the features that were developed by the Cupcake development branch: Cupcake has been a parallel development effort that focused on future features of Android while the Android team was busy converting the core code branch into open source. Upcoming features include a cleaned up UI with an on-screen soft-keyboard, several performance improvements as well as a new Linux kernel version.
News Source: www.tgdaily.com
18 Apr, 2009
Scosche announces availability of their reCOIL retractable car charger for the iPod and iPhone. $29.99 will get you a retractable charger that you can use in your car. I like the idea that I won’t have loose cables laying around and getting tangled.
News Source: www.the-gadgeteer.com
18 Apr, 2009
A comment by Microsoft’s Steven Elop that suggested that a version of Microsoft Office is being developed for the iPhone has generated waves of excitement around teh Internet. While Apple’s handset packs comprehensive enterprise features, including support for viewing Office documents out-of-the-box, the lack of an editing capability cripples the iPhone’s usability in corporate environments. The question is: Will it ever become a reality?
News Source: www.tgdaily.com
18 Apr, 2009
While this iPhone next-generation render doesn’t have a slide-out keypad, it is however, “flatter, even more tapered and slender version of the current one.” Hopefully, Apple does actually release a new iPhone sometime this summer that builds upon its predecessors.
The market keeps growing with what they have now, so it won’t make sense for them to go through a radical design change just yet.
News Source: www.techeblog.com
18 Apr, 2009
It is officially official, Skype will be launching an iPhone version of its popular VoIP software on Tuesday and a BlackBerry version in May. Skype for the iPhone will be the standard run of the mill Skype application with an interface consistent with the iPhone’s slick UI. As with the desktop version, Skype to Skype calls will be free, while Skype to traditional numbers will incur a nominal fee. The VoIP service will require access to a Wi-Fi network and will not run over a cellular connection. Additionally, the iPhone version of Skype will also support chatting and, thankfully, this feature will be available via a cellular connection. There’s also several unique features including the ability to use the camera hardware to capture a photo or to pull in a picture from your photo album for use within the Skype application. Incoming conference calls can be accepted but the ability to initiate an outgoing conference call is not yet available. Not surprisingly, video calling will also not be available in these upcoming mobile versions but is reportedly being considered for future releases for the iPhone and other handsets. Best news of all, the Skype app for the iPhone will be available from the App store for free. Sorry BlackBerry users, but no additional information on the BlackBerry version yet. With a launch slated for May, you all may have to wait until WES rolls around. Hit the jump for a few more screen grabs.
News Source: www.boysgeniusreport.com
18 Apr, 2009
First a rumor, now a confirmed launch—Skype is bringing its VoIP client to the iPhone (and iPod touch) App Store tomorrow, with BlackBerrys following in May. Big drawbacks—only works with Wi-Fi, and no text messages. [Gizmodo]
News Source: www.lifehacker.com
18 Apr, 2009
Well, wouldn’t you know it — there is a DirecTV iPhone application. The cats over at DBSTalk have had the privilege of toying with it, and they even assembled a lovely PDF with setup instructions and images of the show search, recording and show cards functionality. For iPhone lovers with DirecTV, there’s absolutely no excuse to not check this out. Sadly, we’re no closer to figuring out when it’ll be available, but we’re
News Source: www.engadgetmobile.com
18 Apr, 2009
Apple’s recent patent application covering biometric and other embedded authentication systems has caused quite a stir as one of the included images is a mock-up of a jailbroken phone. Considering that Apple is trying to use copyright infringement and the DMCA to hinder jailbreaking, it is unusual to see such an image in an official Apple document. The image of the jailbroken iPhone appears in a section of the patent that describes how authentication can be used to display different options and applications to different users:
[0048]Once the user has been properly authenticated, the electronic device may display options associated with the authenticated user (e.g., options for applications purchased by particular users). In some embodiments, the electronic device may provide access to resources or content that was previously not available (e.g., contact lists or previous messages in a telephone or mail application). FIGS. 5A-C are schematic views of illustrative display screens associated with different users provided in response to authenticating the user in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.
United States Patent Application: 0090083850 PRE { font-family: “Times New Roman”; font-size: 12pt; } [0050]Display screen 500C may include options 510C for resources or applications available to the users. In some embodiments, options 510C for the same resources as other display screens may have different appearances (e.g., different icons). For example, in FIG. 5C, the options displayed for the Mail, Clock, Photos, YouTube, and Calculator applications may be different than those displayed in display screen 500A of FIG. 5A. Display screen 500C may in addition include a custom or personal background 512C (e.g., different background image). In some embodiments, display screen 500C may not include a dock or other feature for maintaining some options 510C in a fixed position (e.g., unlike options 510B located in dock 512B).
Presumably under this authentication scheme, some users will be allowed access to the jailbroken screen while other users will be blocked and shown another screen. Was the selection of a jailbroken screen to represent a modified home screen a major faux pas or was its inclusion deliberate? Either way, Installer is sooooo 2008. It’s all about Cydia now, Apple — get with the program.
News Source: www.boysgeniusreport.com
