iPad By Davis: “MacBreak Weekly 335: The Jango Fandango” plus 14 more |
- MacBreak Weekly 335: The Jango Fandango
- iMore at Macworld|iWorld 2013: TWiT
- New Apple TV with smaller dimensions makes an appearance via FCC filing
- Apple pulls Vine from App Store Featured section after porn appears in Editor's Picks
- EFF speaks on the illegality of unlocking in the US and what it means for end users
- How to OTA (over-the-air) update to iOS 6.1 on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
- 500px app returns to the App Store with mature rating and better photo reporting options
- Sprint confirms they'll be carrying the 128GB iPad 4
- Looks Like iOS 6.1 Update Fixed the App Store Purchased Section Loading Issue
- iPhone DIY repair: Ultimate guide to fixing stuck or broken power buttons
- iPad’s Lock Screen Media Control Bar Redesigned in iOS 6.1
- Rumor Confirmed: Apple Releasing 128GB iPad with Retina Display Next Week
- Deal of the Day: 40% off BodyGuardz Garrison Folio Case for iPad mini
- Apple announces 128GB iPad 4, available Feb. 5 starting at $799
- iOS 6.1 jailbreak may arrive as soon as this Sunday
| MacBreak Weekly 335: The Jango Fandango Posted: 29 Jan 2013 10:05 PM PST I joined Leo Laporte and Alex Lindsay live in studio today, and along with a fully 24-bit Andy Ihnatko, we talked Macworld/iWorld 2013, Apple's quarterly earnings, and more. Download and subscribe: TWiT.tv 
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| iMore at Macworld|iWorld 2013: TWiT Posted: 29 Jan 2013 09:16 PM PST
Tuesday morning we woke up early and headed over to Blue Bottle Coffee for some state-of-the-art-of coffee. If you like coffee and you're even in San Francisco, it's simply a must-visit. When Apple events are in town, the line out front of Blue Bottle is often a long and filled with geeks as the lines to get into the sessions.
Once we were fueled up, we drove out to Petaluma to the TWiT cottage. It's about a 60 minute drive, and if you've ever heard of a little movie called Star Wars, you might recognize the area you pass by as Skywalker Ranch country, where George Lucas lives and works. We got to Petaluma early so hit up Hallie's Diner for breakfast, and then headed over to the TWiT brick house. Tech News Today was still shooting when we arrived, but pretty soon we set up for MacBreak Weekly and I got to feel what it was like sitting at the table in real life, as opposed to as a disembodied head floating above it. Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko and I then spent the next couple of hours talking about everything Apple.
Following the show, our producer, Chad Johnson gave us a tour of the TWiT facilities, which look like something out of Industrial Lights and Magic, and Alex gave us a tour of Pixel Corps, which looks like Seal Team 6 of video production. On the way back, we stopped off on both sides of the Golden Gate Bridge to take in the sunset. No words can do that justice, so...
I did manage to sneak an epic meta shot of Martin doing one of his epic self-portraits. (Note the iPhone and Gorilla Pod in the foreground).
Martin took a bunch more photos with his Canon 5D Mark III, both at TWiT and at the bridge, as well as some video of me hijacking the MacBreak Weekly set. Look for it soon, right here! Tomorrow we're heading out to Cupertino. Again, I'll blog about that later, or you can follow me on Twitter to watch it unfold in real -- sometimes farcical -- time. 
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| New Apple TV with smaller dimensions makes an appearance via FCC filing Posted: 29 Jan 2013 03:28 PM PST
A new Apple TV with model number A1469 just made an appearance in an FCC filing. The only noticeable difference that can be confirmed is the size which looks to be about 5mm smaller than the current generation Apple TV. This could be the Apple TV 3,2 that appeared in the most recent update to the Apple TV. The FCC filing doesn't show much else other than the fact that the Wi-Fi standards are the same as the current generation Apple TV. Many were speculating that the Apple TV 3,2 could simply be an international model but if the dimensions are indeed different, that may not be the case. FCC filings usually are pretty accurate when it comes to device dimensions and we aren't sure why Apple wouldn't use the same casing to just add support internationally. Any guesses on what Apple TV 3,2 could be or whether it's different from the A1469 model in the FCC filing? Source: Engadget 
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| Apple pulls Vine from App Store Featured section after porn appears in Editor's Picks Posted: 28 Jan 2013 05:59 PM PST
Apple has pulled Vine from the Featured section of the App Store after a pornagraphic video was featured in the Editor's Picks section of the app. While Vine's porn issues have been widely discussed, Apple had taken no action until today. Vine was removed from the Featured section despite the fact that most apps spend at least a full week there. According to TechCrunch, Twitter, which owns Vine, has responded to the controversy, saying:
Last week, the 500px app was removed from the App Store following a controversy with nude photos, only to return today after making changes including adding a mature rating. Vine has already started to block certain tags in order to filter out pornography, we'll have to see if their efforts will be enough to keep Apple from pulling it. Source: TechCrunch 
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| EFF speaks on the illegality of unlocking in the US and what it means for end users Posted: 29 Jan 2013 02:57 PM PST
As of just a few days ago, unlocking your iPhone, or any other wireless device for that matter, is no longer legal. The EFF (Electronic Frontier Foundation) has stepped forward to clarify exactly what that means and who it ultimately will affect. As it turns out, it isn't necessarily the end user that would be violating the law. According to a report by 9to5Mac, it's actually the unlockers themselves that will most likely be affected according to the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
Basically, wireless carriers and big business aren't going to go after the end user. If you purchased an unlock from a site on the internet and you're walking around with an illegally unlocked phone, the odds of you getting in trouble for that are almost invisible. The liability would mainly lie on the company that provided the unlock to you. Carriers such as AT&T will unlock your iPhone for you once you've fulfilled the commitment term of your contract. This can be done by completing the full term or upgrading to a new iPhone or other device, which in turn would allow your older iPhone to be unlocked legally. As for jailbreak, that's still legal under the DMCA (Digital Millenium Copyright Act).
It's also worth noting that any device that was purchase before the new rule went into affect is still fair game. So if you've purchased an iPhone or other mobile device before that date, you're still legally entitled to unlock it, whether that's officially through your carrier or any other outlet. Source: 9to5Mac 
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| How to OTA (over-the-air) update to iOS 6.1 on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch Posted: 29 Jan 2013 11:47 AM PST
Apple released iOS 6.1 to the public yesterday which includes the ability to buy movie tickets with Siri, better LTE support, and more. Since the introduction of iOS 5, Apple has allowed us to update our iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches over-the-air instead of having to plug into iTunes. Normally your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch will alert you when an update is ready, but if it hasn't, we can walk you through how to manually trigger the over-the-air update. Note: Apple requires your battery to be at 50% or better in order to install a software update over-the-air without being plugged into a charger.
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| 500px app returns to the App Store with mature rating and better photo reporting options Posted: 29 Jan 2013 10:55 AM PST
500px has returned to the App Store after its short hiatus over nudity concerns. Apple's main issue was that nudity was too easy to come across without any warning even though a recent update has made them harder to find, not easier. This time, 500px has been updated with an added mature rating and better photo reporting features. It isn't blatantly apparent what changes have exactly been made to the 500px app other than it's had a mature rating added and an easier way to report photos. This was done by a "report photo" button being added in an easy to find place. This could be to address the child pornography concerns that people were rumoring. 500px stated previously that they'd never received such complaints but would take any very seriously. Whatever 500px did to prevent nudity coming up unless a user wants to see it must have appeased Apple enough to allow the app back into the App Store. 
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| Sprint confirms they'll be carrying the 128GB iPad 4 Posted: 29 Jan 2013 10:44 AM PST
Sprint has confirmed that they will indeed be offering the recently announced 128GB variant of the iPad 4. This also leads us to assume other carriers will follow suit. Fared Adib, senior vice president of Product Development at Sprint confirmed they'd be carrying the 128GB model today:
As iPads become everyday devices for a lot of people, sometimes even replacing desktop computers and laptops, more storage capacity options are always welcome. The 128GB capacity iPad 4 will be available for purchase on February 5th. Anyone out there readying their money to pick up the larger capacity? 
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| Looks Like iOS 6.1 Update Fixed the App Store Purchased Section Loading Issue Posted: 29 Jan 2013 09:18 AM PST
It looks like the iOS 6.1 update has fixed the longstanding problem with the App Store Purchased section not loading. As I posted about recently this issue was affecting numerous users and was a known issue that Apple's engineering team has been working on. After the iOS 6.1 update I can once again load the Purchased section in the App Store on my iPad 3 and iPad mini. I can get both tabs of the section to load too – the All tab and 'Not on This iPad'. It still takes quite a while to load each page (a minute or more) and sometimes switching between tabs will make the App Store app crash back to the home screen – but most of the time it is working OK for me. For those of you who were seeing this problem before, what are your results when trying this after the iOS 6.1 update? © patrickj for iPad Insight, 2013. | Permalink | 2 comments | Add to del.icio.us         Related Stories
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| iPhone DIY repair: Ultimate guide to fixing stuck or broken power buttons Posted: 29 Jan 2013 09:14 AM PST
Everything you need to know to DIY (do-it-yourself) repair a stuck or broken power button in your iPhoneThe iPhone has been plagued with power button issues since the debut of the iPhone 4. We've seen complaints from many readers that their iPhone power buttons are completely recessed and no longer register when pressed. In some cases, they'll still respond but you have to press extremely hard. In severe cases, the power button actually recesses into the casing. In our experience, power button issues are almost as prevalent as home button issues. As it turns out, the power button itself isn't the culprit at all, the flex cable that sits underneath it is. After so many presses, it just becomes worn down and too thin. Fortunately, a DIY repair can breath new life into your malfunctioning power button. It'll cost you a lot less than a brand new iPhone and give you lots more life out of your existing one. Regardless which iPhone you have, we've got the guide for you including step by step instructions and links to parts and tools for the suppliers we trust. If you've got your DIY ninja pants handy, get 'em on and follow along...
Not comfortable with DIY repair? Leave it to the prosIf you aren't comfortable performing a DIY repair on your own, don't. It is possible to cause more damage or run into issues you aren't ready for. In this case, it's probably better to either pay the money for a replacement device from Apple or use a local or mail-in service that will handle the repair and any issues that may arise for you. The Pod Drop has many locations in the midwest and is a rapidly growing company. You can check for a Pod Drop location near you, mail it in, or use another third party repair service. For more information on mail-in repairs or possible Pod Drop locations near you, you can visit their website. How to fix a stuck or broken iPhone 4S power button
The iPhone 4S is still relatively new but that doesn't mean it isn't prone to the same issues the iPhone 4 was considering the overall design of the power button didn't change much at all. The issue isn't actually related to the physical power button at all, but the cable that sits directly below it. This cable controls your power button, ambient light sensor (what senses brightness in a room), proximity sensor (what turns the screen off when the phone is brought to your face), and top mic. If you were experiencing issues with any of these other functions, a new cable may very well prove to solve those issues as well. While it isn't the easiest repair to perform, it's doable for anyone with moderate to advanced DIY skills. The iPhone 4S isn't a very old device and for most users, a stuck power button probably isn't reason enough to upgrade, especially when you aren't eligible. This repair will get your power button back to perfect working condition in just under 90 minutes if you're taking your time. How to fix a stuck or broken power button in a Verizon or Sprint iPhone 4
Just like the iPhone 4S, the Verizon and Sprint variant of the iPhone 4 is just as prone to power button issues, if not more-so. If you find your power button to be recessed or it has stopped registering presses, this DIY repair can help you correct the problem. As in other iPhone models, the actual power button isn't the issue, again it's the cable that lies beneath it. After so many presses, it just becomes worn down and too thin to register when you're pressing it. While this repair is a little easier than replacing the power button flex cable in the iPhone 4S, we'd still rate it at moderate to advanced. As long as you have some patience and a steady hand, we're confident you can get your Verizon or Sprint iPhone 4 power button back in working condition in around 60 minutes. How to fix a stuck or broken power button in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
The GSM variant of the iPhone 4 is where all power button and home button problems began. Since then, each iteration of the iPhone has had its own set of issues when it comes to these two components failing. It's too early to tell whether this will be the case with the iPhone 5 but in our teardown, we can see it being an issue there too. Either way, a power button DIY repair on the GSM/AT&T iPhone 4 isn't too much different than that of the Verizon and Sprint iPhone 4. It'll be a different component but the repair, in a lot of ways, is similar. If you're up to the challenge, you can expect it to take you right around 60 minutes if you're taking your time and following the directions we've provided. Just like the iPhone 4S and Verizon and Sprint iPhone 4, the issue is the cable that lies beneath the power button. Follow along and we'll show you how to replace it as well as give you links to where you can find the right tools and replacement tools to get the job done right the first time. More DIY help & how to'sWhether you aren't sure if these are the repairs you need or you've already started a repair and have run into issues, our jailbreak, mod, and DIY forums are a great place to ask for help. If you have questions you can't seem to find answers to or would like to see another type of repair guide we don't currently offer, you can always email us as well. Additional resources:
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| iPad’s Lock Screen Media Control Bar Redesigned in iOS 6.1 Posted: 29 Jan 2013 08:10 AM PST
Here's one little cosmetic change in the latest iOS 6.1 update for the iPad. The media control bar on the iPad lock screen has been redesigned. Just for reference, here's a Before shot:
I think it the new look is a bit sleeker and more elegant. I like it. What do you all think? Maybe a first little peak at some of Johnny Ive's hand in the iOS interface? Hat tip to reader SKR Imaging for pointing this new feature out. © patrickj for iPad Insight, 2013. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us  Related Stories
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| Rumor Confirmed: Apple Releasing 128GB iPad with Retina Display Next Week Posted: 29 Jan 2013 07:38 AM PST
Wow, that latest iPad rumor took just about no time at all to prove true. Today Apple has announced a new 128GB version of the iPad 4, or 4th generation iPad with Retina display. The new version will double up the maximum storage capacity for both WiFi only and WiFi + Cellular models of the iPad 4. Apple's press release on this is aimed squarely at the business and enterprise market and cites a number of examples of the sorts of uses that make the doubled up storage extremely useful.
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| Deal of the Day: 40% off BodyGuardz Garrison Folio Case for iPad mini Posted: 29 Jan 2013 06:56 AM PST | ||||||
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Apple announces 128GB iPad 4, available Feb. 5 starting at $799
Posted: 29 Jan 2013 05:51 AM PST
Apple this morning announced new versions of the fourth-generation iPad, bringing the maximum storage level to 128 gigabytes. Same 9.7-inch retina display, same internals. Just more GBs. The upgraded storage applies to the Wi-Fi-only and Wi-Fi + Cellular versions of the iPad and doubles the previous max. Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing, Phil Schiller, had this to say:
"With more than 120 million iPads sold, it's clear that customers around the world love their iPads, and everyday they are finding more great reasons to work, learn and play on their iPads rather than their old PCs. With twice the storage capacity and an unparalleled selection of over 300,000 native iPad apps, enterprises, educators and artists have even more reasons to use iPad for all their business and personal needs."
9 to 5 Mac first reported the impending change earlier this week.
The beefier iPads will be available Feb. 5, in either black or white (or both if that's how you roll), for $799 for the Wifi model, and a whopping $929 for the cellular version.
Source: Apple PR
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iOS 6.1 jailbreak may arrive as soon as this Sunday
Posted: 29 Jan 2013 01:47 AM PST
The long rumored jailbreak for iOS 6.1 may arrive as soon as this Sunday. The jailbreak which has been in testing for a while now has been working fine with each beta release of iOS 6.1. The team needed to wait for the official release of iOS 6.1 so it could be fully tested with the final version of the firmware. Well the good news is that after yesterday's official release of iOS 6.1 all is working fine and we may even see the jailbreak released this Sunday.
MuscleNerd, who is part of the new jailbreak team which goes under the title of Evad3rs confirmed via Twitter that iOS 6.1 final version is safe and can be jailbroken by the same means as the other beta releases of the firmware. The even better news is that in a further tweet, MuscleNerd teased that the jailbreak may even arrive on Super Bowl Sunday.
@MikeBeas @evad3rs yep 6.1 is safe
Hey, did everyone know the Super Bowl is this Sunday? What will you be doing? /cc @evad3rs /evad3rs.com
This untethered jailbreak has been a long time coming but those of you that like to jailbreak your device should not have too much longer to wait now. A point to note however is that the Evd3rs team are advising those who want to jailbreak to avoid the OTA update method and instead connect your device to iTunes and do a full backup and update this way. Apparently doing an over the air update is more time consuming for the team to fully test and also provides different SHSH blobs.
For me, Sunday can't come soon enough! The lines are blurring between a stock iPhone and a jailbroken one but the thought of getting back the extra functionality that BiteSMS and LockInfo provide is just too mouth-watering. Who else is looking forward to the iOS 6.1 jailbreak?
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