iPad By Davis: “Pebble E-Paper watch gets a user interface demo but still no news on a release date” plus 19 more

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• Pebble E-Paper watch gets a user interface demo but still no news on a release date
• Poll: What do you think of the supposed iPad mini design?
• MacBreak Weekly 312: Taming of the Screw
• View beautiful car photography with James Haefner for iPad
• iPad mini won't be much smaller, but will be a lot narrower, thinner, and lighter
• Remains of the Day: Crime time
• SkyDrive Web app gets a makeover
• Cool Things: Double, iPad Telepresence Robot
• Apple wins patent that could potentially turn Apple TV into a cable box
• Google+ starts rolling out custom URLs
• TechHive: Sketching stylus shoot-out for the iPad
• Iterate 27: Vandal & Unterberger
• Rumor: $199 Price for Microsoft Surface for Windows RT
• Review: Logitech Ultimate Ears 350vi Noise-Isolating Headset run heavy on bass
• How to fix a blown earpiece speaker in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
• Report: Android reigns as iPhone customers anticipate new model
• New Sim City comes to the Mac in February
• ThinkGeek Padintosh iPad Case: Party Like It’s 1984
• Twitter acquires intellectual property from iOS app testing firm Clutch.io
• TechHive: Five free video apps for iPhone filmmakers

Pebble E-Paper watch gets a user interface demo but still no news on a release date Posted: 15 Aug 2012 02:02 AM PDT You may recall the Pebble E-Paper watch that launched on Kickstarter earlier this year and managed to get over $10 million worth of pledges. Well the guys have released an update on its progress along with a demonstration of the user interface that you can expect to see if you were one of the successful backers. The Pebble watch will have full connectivity with your iPhone via Bluetooth and will allow you to do things like play music, see message notifications, read emails and it even tells you the time too. The watch was originally slated for release in September but that has now slipped; at this time there is no official shipping date for the Pebble although it is still expected to be this year. Planning and scheduling a major manufacturing project is complex. We're working hard to complete the interconnected tasks that make up the production process. For me and the hardware engineers on the project, a large percentage of our time is spent exchanging complex spreadsheets filled with components specs by email, Skyping about the dimensions of minute hardware requirements and IMing our manufacturing team and factory. Not super exciting. That's why we've decided to share the more interesting stuff (photos, video and more!) in updates. The new video shows a prototype Pebble connected to a large board that demonstrates the watch output on a computer screen. The video also shows a watch face on an actual iPhone so you can see what to expect on the display of your watch. At this stage, it is hard to believe that it can all shrink down into a watch sized casing and do everything that has been promised; Pebble still has lots of work to do. If it does meet all of its expectations, the Pebble watch could be the accessory to own due to its excellent integration with your iPhone and the strong demand for the product. Apple already has the iPod nano that can be worn as a watch however there is no Bluetooth and no way to connect it to your iPhone. If Apple does decide to update the iPod nano this year and add in this sort of functionality then Pebble would have some serious competition on its hands. Would you be interested in owning a smart watch that can give you quick access to SMS messages, email and other notifications? Source: Kickstarter UI preview with Martijn from Pebble Technology on Vimeo. Pebble E-Paper Watch Kickstarter Accessories News

Poll: What do you think of the supposed iPad mini design? Posted: 15 Aug 2012 12:05 AM PDT What do you think of the supposed iPad mini design? So we thanks to a trio of reports from across the Apple-net tonight, we might just have some idea of what the iPad mini will look like. Nothing is confirmed until Apple shows it off on stage, of course, but if we're going to speculate we might as well do it right and ask you, the iMore nation, just what you think about this supposed iPad mini design? If it's in between a 9.7 inch iPad and an iPod touch, does it make sense it's proportionately narrower than the current iPad but wider than the touch? And that the bezel isn't as wide as the current iPad, but still wider than the iPod touch? How about it being as thin as the iPod touch? Is there such a thing as too thin? You know the drill -- vote in the poll up top and then give me your insight in the comments below. iMore nation, is this the iPad mini you're looking for? Ipad Mini Poll Imore Asks Featured Video iMore Asks Poll

MacBreak Weekly 312: Taming of the Screw Posted: 14 Aug 2012 11:28 PM PDT Leo Laporte and Andy Ihnatko were gracious enough to invite me back on to MacBreak Weekly today to talk Swedish blog screw job to Mac blogs, iPhone rumors, Apple versus Samsung, and more. Check out the video above, or for more streaming and download options, audio and video, hit the link below. Show: MacBreak Weekly 312 Macbreak Weekly Featured Video Podcast

View beautiful car photography with James Haefner for iPad Posted: 14 Aug 2012 07:03 PM PDT James Haefner is an iPad app filled with the photography of the professional car photographer from Detroit with the same name. James partnered up with Rocket Garden Labs to bring this selection of his portfolio to the iPad ranging from classic Corvettes to today's luxury vehicles. You can browse James Haefner photos at your convenience or just let it run as a slideshow. Each photo is displayed in a professional portfolio format, allowing you to see how James displays his work to art directors and prospective clients. It's very rare to discover an app with professional art and photography at this level for free, so what's the catch? In this case, it's the partnership with Rocket Garden Labs and them using James Haefner's app as an example of what can be created with Foliobook, an iPad app for designing iPad-specific portfolios. James Haefner's app was created with Foliobook on an iPad 1. It's very impressive to say the least. As a photographer, I will definitely be taking a closer look at Foliobook now. If you love cars, James Haefner's app is simply a must! If after browsing through the photos you're tempted to take some photos of your own car, make sure you take a look at our guide on how to take spectacular photos of your car with your iPhone! James Haefner - free - Download Now Foliobook - $12.99 - Download Now Apps Ipad photography Cars james haefner App Store Apps Featured News

iPad mini won't be much smaller, but will be a lot narrower, thinner, and lighter Posted: 14 Aug 2012 06:00 PM PDT iMore previously reported that Apple would be releasing an iPad mini in October for around $200-$250, and that it would be announced at the iPhone 5 event on September 12. At the time we heard that it looks and worked like the 9.7-inch iPad, only smaller. That makes sense both from a financial and interface perspective. However, unlike the next iPhone whose parts leaks have given us an idea of just what it might look like, the exact design of the 7-inch iPad has been much more mysterious. Earlier tonight, Seth Weintraub from 9to5Mac posted a mockup of the iPad mini showing a narrower profile with a much thinner size bezel than the 9.7-inch iPad. Based on several sources, I believe that design to be an accurate representation of what the iPad mini will look like. In addition, it's my understanding that it will be the exact same thinness as the iPod touch, which is substantially thinner than the 9.7-inch iPad. The quick mockup above shows what I believe are accurate proportions for the iPad mini compared to the 9.7-inch iPad and the current generation iPod touch 4. Looking at it, the iPad mini may not seem radically smaller than the 9.7-inch iPad. And that's the point. It's not supposed to be a major sacrifice in screen size or usability. It is, however, thinner and lighter enough to make a substantial difference. Holding it with one hand is easier, and holding it for prolonged periods of time is much easier. It's those two elements, the lightness at that size, that allows for the smaller bezel -- just like the iPod touch's thinness and lightness allows for even less size bezel. (Obviously the top and bottom bezel aren't as radically thin, due to components that need to be placed there, like the Home button.) Most importantly, this isn't a big iPod touch. The Google Nexus 7 is arguably closer to a big iPod touch than this device. This device is a small iPad, and that's a tremendous difference. It allows for that higher class of apps that Steve Jobs talked about, the ones that don't work at 7.0-inches as scaled-up smartphone apps. This is a full on iPad, just smaller and lighter. Likewise, it's not intended to woo away people who might currently be buying a Google Nexus 7 or Amazon Kindle Fire -- not to be a jerk, but that's not a significant market for Apple. While Apple might want to nip those devices in the bud now, as opposed to when they hit their second or third generation, it seems like the primary consideration here is a far more massive market, a hundreds of millions of devices sold market: People haven't yet bought an iPad because it was too big or too expensive, but would buy it if was lighter and cheaper. At around $200-$250, thin and light, Apple will lower the barrier of entry and once again greatly expand the reach of iOS. While that might cannibalize the existing iPad market, Apple has repeatedly shown a willingness to do just that -- they'd much rather cannibalize themselves than let a competitor do it. It should hit the shelves in time for the holidays. And it should sell like hotcakes. Note: For some interesting discussion behind all of this, check out the Branch discussion M.G. Siegler hosted with me, Seth Weintraub, Mark Gurman, Matthew Panzarino, Jim Dalyrymple, and several others last night. Update: John Gruber of Daring Fireball has weighed in now as well, adding: So let's estimate the Nexus 7's volume the same way: 248,919 cubic mm. The iPad Mini, based on my best guess hunch dimensions of 200 × 135 x 7.2 mm = 193,680 cubic mm. Divide and you get 78 percent. The Nexus 7 weighs 340 grams, so, let's guess that the iPad Mini will weigh just 265 grams. For comparison, the WiFi-only iPad (3) weighs 652 grams, and the Amazon Kindle 3G with keyboard weighs about 247 grams. So a sub-300-gram smaller iPad would be pretty light. Update 2: Here's another quick mockup, this time giving a rough example of how thin the iPad mini will be, and how that compares not only with existing iOS devices, but the Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire as well. Featured Rumors

Remains of the Day: Crime time Posted: 14 Aug 2012 04:30 PM PDT A potential date for iPhone pre-orders surfaces, mobile-created art takes Los Angeles by storm, and Steve Jobs's home gets burgled.

SkyDrive Web app gets a makeover Posted: 14 Aug 2012 01:45 PM PDT SkyDrive gets better with a redesign of its Web interface and the promised release of an Android app.

Cool Things: Double, iPad Telepresence Robot Posted: 14 Aug 2012 01:58 PM PDT Double is a mobile teleconferencing or telepresence system which has the iPad as a key component. Here's a bit of an an Intro to it from its makers, Double Robotics: Double is the simplest, most elegant way to be somewhere else in the world without flying there. The minimalist design and intuitive touchscreen controls allow you to freely move around without inconveniencing others. You can stay at eye level, whether sitting or standing, by adjusting your height remotely, which makes conversations fluid and real. Retractable kickstands will automatically deploy to conserve power when you are not moving around. Efficient motors and lightweight design give Double the ability to last all day without recharging the battery. And some suggested use cases for it: Offices with multiple locations use Double to communicate with remote teams. Remote workers feel more connected with their colleagues and have more independence around the office. School campuses place a Double in each building, enabling potential students to walk the halls and talk to professors. College recruiters use Double to attract new students to their school by offering tours when travel is not possible. Retail stores use Double as a mobile kiosk, giving customers more information about the products. Brands offer personal sales representatives and support from remote specialists in a central location. Manufacturing facilities offer Double as a service to clients and partners to improve communication and streamline production. Doctors visit patients more often amid their busy schedules. Hospitals in remote locations have specialists on-call with Double. Families use Double to stay more in touch with relatives across the country. Museums and galleries can offer remote tours on Double, so patrons can experience world-renown exhibits from anywhere in the world. Double weighs in at just 15 pounds and ships out ready to go once an iPad is inserted. It has an accompanying iPad app that's used for both the iPad of the 'driver' and the robot's iPad. The app initiates an interactive video call and lets the driver use touch to manage the driving controls. Double is expected to ship in December of this year and can be pre-ordered now for $1,999 – a 20% discount on its standard $2,499 price. You can see more details, watch a demo video, or place an order at the Double Robotics site. I think Double looks very impressive, though a little out of my price range for my 'one man and one huge Labrador' size company. :) © patrickj for iPad Insight, 2012. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: cool things

Apple wins patent that could potentially turn Apple TV into a cable box Posted: 14 Aug 2012 01:11 PM PDT Apple has just been granted a patent that it applied for 6 years ago that would allow them to turn the Apple TV into a cable box of sorts. This means instead of simply being able to stream content from iTunes, Netflix, and now Hulu, you'd be able to watch regular tv as well. The US Patent and Trademark office today approved a patent that was originally filed back on October 12th, 2006. The patent describes a product simliar to what we know as today's Apple TV with one big addition - live TV and DVR capabilities. The patent application, originally filed Oct. 12, 2006, has mock ups of screenshots with various TV programing, including CBS, ABC, FOX, and HBO. There are several screenshots depicting a Letterman segment and other popular shows. Another screenshot shows a list of recorded shows. The patent applications also has images of search and browse functions, so it seems like the new features will be fully integrated with the old system. Even though Apple was granted the patent it doesn't necessarily mean they'll use it anytime in the near future or at all. While many of us may dream of a world without evil cable and satellite providers, whether or not that will eventually become a reality is anyone's guess. Source: CNET Apple Tv Apple Patents Dvr live cable streaming apple tv set News

Google+ starts rolling out custom URLs Posted: 14 Aug 2012 01:15 PM PDT There's nothing like a social networking URL involving more than 20 numbers to make a user yearn for something easier to remember, and on Monday Google announced that it's begun to deliver just that.

TechHive: Sketching stylus shoot-out for the iPad Posted: 14 Aug 2012 12:15 PM PDT Which stylus should you buy for drawing in Paper? In Draw Something? What about other drawing-related apps? Serenity Caldwell looks at how styluses compare when it comes to sketching.

Iterate 27: Vandal & Unterberger Posted: 14 Aug 2012 10:49 AM PDT Rene and Marc iterate through Apple vs. Samsung, Metro name changes, and Safari 6 sRGB, and interrogate Luc Vandal of Edovia, and Thomas Unterberger about Screens, Napkin, and the Çingleton Symposium. This is Iterate! Our podcast feed Download Directly Subscribe via iTunes Hosts Marc Edwards (@marcedwards) of Bjango Seth Clifford (@sethclifford) of Nickelfish Rene Ritchie (@reneritchie) of iMore.com Guest Luc Vandal (@lucvandal) of Edovia Thomas Unterberger (@ottokajetan) Feedback Email: podcast@iterate.tv Twitter: @iteratetv Facebook: Iterate page If you're one of the best-of-the-best-of-the-best in mobile design for Android, BlackBerry, iOS, webOS, or Windows Phone, we'd love to get you on the show, or if you've found a drop-dead gorgeous app on any platform and really want us to talk about it, contact us and let us know. Luc Vandal thomas unterberger Screens napkin Cingleton Iterate This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Rumor: $199 Price for Microsoft Surface for Windows RT Posted: 14 Aug 2012 10:27 AM PDT Well this could be quite interesting. Engadget reports today that they've heard that Microsoft's upcoming Surface for Windows RT tablet, the one using an ARM processor, will be priced at $199. According to an inside source, a session was held at Microsoft's recent TechReady15 conference in which all the launch details were laid out. If things go according to the plan detailed then, the Surface for Windows RT tablet will be launching October 26th –no surprise there — at a compelling price of $199. That MRSP, almost certainly lower than Microsoft's own cost, would line it up against the Nexus 7 and even the Kindle Fire. It would also put it in the same lower end price bracket where the iPad Mini will be placed if and when it is released later this year. We had previously been hearing much higher guesses for the Surface RT price – I think $199 is the level it needs to be at to have any real chance of having some market impact. It will still have a huge uphill battle on its hands in terms of apps and ecosystem when compared to the iPad, but this sort of price tag should at least give it a bit of a fighting chance. I'll certainly pick one up to look at if this rumor proves true. How about you all? What are your smaller tablet purchasing plans, if any? © patrickj for iPad Insight, 2012. | Permalink | One comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: iPad rivals

Review: Logitech Ultimate Ears 350vi Noise-Isolating Headset run heavy on bass Posted: 14 Aug 2012 10:00 AM PDT The Ultimate Ears 350vi's $60 price tag (and even lower street price) makes it an attractive buy, especially given its three-button remote and headset functionality. However, the 350vi's domineering bass makes it difficult to recommend it for many listeners.

How to fix a blown earpiece speaker in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4 Posted: 14 Aug 2012 09:37 AM PDT If you've got an AT&T/GSM iPhone 4 and the earpiece doesn't seem to work or gives bad feedback, a DIY repair should get it back in working order. An earpiece replacement isn't an extremely difficult repair to perform and only takes about 20 to 30 minutes or so. It'll also cost you a lot less than a trip to the Apple Store for a new or replacement iPhone if you're out of warranty and not eligible for an upgrade. Follow along and we'll get you back up and running in no time! Disclaimer: As with any repair, neither iMore nor PXLFIX can be held responsible for any damage you may do to your device. It's also worth considering that opening up your device to perform any repair or modification can and will void your Apple warranty. If you don't feel comfortable opening your device, don't. Use extreme care and caution when performing a repair on any device. What you need for a DIY GSM iPhone 4 earpiece replacement PXLFIX recommends using only quality and genuine parts from a reputable supplier like eTech Parts. They have quality parts, tools, and much more for all your repair needs. You will find links to the specific parts you'll need for this repair in the list below. GSM iPhone 4 (please note there ARE internal differences between the GSM and CDMA models) Replacement earpiece speaker - Link to part You will also need the following tools which are also available via eTech Parts. SIM removal tool (or a paper clip) #00 Phillips screwdriver Pry tool or spudger Security screwdriver (only if your iPhone has 5-point security screws in the dock connector) Power off your iPhone 4 Before performing any repair, always power off your device before removing any screws or parts. Remove the back First remove the bottom 2 dock connector screws in your iPhone 4. Use either your #00 screwdriver or the five point depending on whether or not your iPhone 4 has security screws in the dock connector. Almost all newer devices will have security screws. To remove the back simply slide the back upwards and lift it off gently. Set the back and 2 dock connector screws aside. Remove your SIM card Use a SIM removal tool or a paperclip to remove your SIM card and tray. Set them aside. Remove the battery To remove the battery you'll need to remove the #00 screw holding the battery clip in place. Remove this screw located to the bottom left of the battery. The metal clip on the battery is what clips the battery to the logic board. You'll need to pop this clip up with your plastic pry tool. Simply stick the end of your pry tool underneath the clip and gently pull upwards until it unfastens from the logic board. To remove the battery, I do not recommend using the plastic pull tab. There is quite a bit of adhesive underneath the battery and the tab will normally just rip off or you can bend the battery. Instead, run your pry tool along the right side of the battery and break the adhesive that way. Once the battery is free from the adhesive, you can pull the battery out of the phone. There are no other connectors holding it in. You will notice a tiny grounding clip sitting underneath where you unscrewed the battery. Set this aside for replacement during reassembly. This is a grounding clip for your antenna. Make sure you put it back in place before reconnecting your battery. Remove the Dock connector shield and disconnect the cable There is a shield held on with two screws covering the dock connector cable. Remove the two screws holding it in place and set the shield and screws aside, remembering where they came from. Next, use your pry tool to pry up the actual dock connector cable. Be careful as there is adhesive holding the cable in place as well. Peel back the adhesive gently to free the cable. Remove the top logic board shield There are 5 screws holding the logic board shield in place. Remove the 5 screws holding it in place. Just be sure to remember which holes they came out of as the screws are different sizes. I always keep them in order of how they came out. Next you'll need to remove the shield. There is a tiny clip built into the shield holding it in place. (Refer to the photo above.) Pop it up with your pry tool and you should be able to slide the shield up fairly easily. Just take care not to bend it or break off a clip. Disconnect the 6 cables from the top of the logic board There is only one connector holding the camera to the logic board. Remove this cable in the picture above using your pry tool. Gently lift upwards and it will pop right off. Next gently lift the camera out of the device. You'll notice there is a tiny tab that is seated underneath the LCD and digitizer cables to the right. Next pop up the LCD and digitizer cables to the right of where the camera cable was connected. You pop them up in the same direction. The 3 cables further to the right will need to be disconnected as well. They pop up in the opposite direction. Disconnect the cellular antenna To disconnect the cellular antenna, just pop the round cable up from the logic board holding it in place. It is connected to the speaker housing so just leave it where it is for now. Remove the logic board Start with the 2 screws holding the logic board down in the middle and at the bottom left. Both use your #00 Phillips screwdriver. They are the same size. The one on the right of the logic board in the middle of the device has a water sensor over it you'll need to remove. The second screw is located where the logic board meets the speaker assembly towards the bottom left of the device. The third and final screw holding the logic board in is located at the top of the logic board off to the right. It is the only cross-head screw in your device. Use a small flathead screwdriver to carefully remove it. You should now be able to remove your logic board. Holding it at the bottom, gently pull it upwards. I use my other hand to lift up at the top where the rear facing camera used to be. Take note that there is a small rubber piece that sits at the top of the logic board. You will need this for re-assembly so make sure it doesn't fall off. If you lose this, you could see reception issues. Remove the broken earpiece assembly Carefully use your pry tool to pull up the earpiece assembly from the midframe. It is held in with a foam type of adhesive. When removing the earpiece, be careful not to pull the sensor cable underneath it up with it. Once you've removed the earpiece assembly you can move on to the next step. Insert the new earpiece assembly The new earpiece assembly should come with adhesive and foam already installed. Just peel the backing off of the adhesive. Place the earpiece assembly carefully into the iPhone making sure you're placing it the correct way so the prongs are pointing in the right direction. Gently push down on the earpiece to make sure that the adhesive has attached on the underside. Reassemble your iPhone 4 Now that you've replaced the earpiece it's time to finish putting your iPhone back together. To do so, you can either follow these directions in exact reverse order or watch our reassembly video above. The video is a complete teardown so you won't need to watch the entire thing but rather start from around the 4:40 mark. From this point on will guide you through reassembling your device. And ...done! Now that your iPhone 4 is completely put back together, push the power button to turn it back on. Place a test call and if all went well, your earpiece should be back in working order again. If for some reason you're still getting bad feedback, it's possible you need to replace the noise canceling mic or the dock connector in order to replace the other two speakers. It's not very common that this happens but on occasions it does. If it does happen to you, we've got you covered and you can check out our tutorials on both. How to replace the dock connector and lower mic in a GSM iPhone 4 How to replace the power button and sensor cable in a GSM iPhone 4 Want to know how to perform another type of iPhone repair or modification? Send me suggestions to ally.kazmucha@imore.com. For questions or to inquire about mail-in repairs through PXLFIX, please follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook or e-mail us directly! Of course, you can like us and follow us just because you think we're cool too! Additional Resources: How to replace the Home button in a GSM iPhone 4 How to replace a shattered or broken screen in a GSM iPhone 4 Mod and DIY forums Even more iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch DIY guides and tutorials Weekly Mod Diy Iphone Repair replace iphone earpiece iphone 4 repair blown speaker replacement Featured Weekly Mod

Report: Android reigns as iPhone customers anticipate new model Posted: 14 Aug 2012 09:15 AM PDT Samsung was the undisputed king of phone sales, taking 64.1 percent of the market share.

New Sim City comes to the Mac in February Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:55 AM PDT Sim City, the latest iteration in the popular franchise from Electronic Arts, will make its debut on Macs in February--the same time the game arrives on PC.

ThinkGeek Padintosh iPad Case: Party Like It’s 1984 Posted: 14 Aug 2012 09:11 AM PDT Here's an iPad case that should have some strong appeal for those who have fond memories of old-school Macs. It's called the Padintosh Case for iPad, it's made by ThinkGeek, and it's compatible with the iPad 2 and new third-gen iPad. This is a back cover iPad case that's compatible with the iPad Smart Cover. The original Macintosh look even includes a floppy disc drive slot. Here are the product specs for it: Nostalgic storage for iPad 2 & 3 Compatible with Smart Covers Maximize your Mac geek cred! Ultra-thin 2mm hard casing Precision cut for snug fit and maximum protection The Padintosh is priced at $24.99 and you can see more details or place an order at its ThinkGeek product page. I've ordered one this morning. Spotted via Steven Sande's post at TUAW. © patrickj for iPad Insight, 2012. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: iPad accessoires, iPad Cases

Twitter acquires intellectual property from iOS app testing firm Clutch.io Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:30 AM PDT Twitter has acquired intellectual property from app testing firm Clutch.io and its team is joining the social networking company, it said on Monday.

TechHive: Five free video apps for iPhone filmmakers Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:00 AM PDT Senior editor Tim Moynihan rounds up five popular apps for shooting, editing, and adding effects to video on your iPhone.

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