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- MacBreak Weekly 333: Apple Shorts
- Jerry McDougal, vice president of retail, retires from Apple
- Sprint location glitch leads owners of stolen phones to the home of unknowing Las Vegas man
- How to set a default calendar on your iPhone and iPad
- Facebook announces Social Graph Search, here's hoping iOS 7 adds it to Siri
- When Apple-is-doomed rumors don't match the math
- Why Yes, There Is a Lovely New Issue of swipe Magazine Out Today
- How the stock market, and Apple's stock price, is manipulated by rumors
- iPhone DIY repair: Ultimate guide to replacing the battery in your iPhone
- Apple TV gains subscription service Watchever in Germany
- Research shows half of smartphone buyers want iPhone, but Samsung's surging
- iPad Tips: A Faster Way to See Drafts in Mail App
- How to easily, automatically take multiple, multi-language screenshots for App Store submissions
- Deal of the Day: 48% off Seidio SURFACE Case (with kickstand) for iPhone 5
- A Television from Apple? Part I
- Rumored entry level iPhone rumored to have a plastic chassis
| MacBreak Weekly 333: Apple Shorts Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:45 PM PST TWiT is back from the holidays, Leo Laporte and I are back from CES, and so it's break time once again! This week Leo, Andy Ihnatko, Adam Engst, and I talk about Apple's tumbling stock price, iPhone sales, Tim Cook meeting with the Chinese government, and more. Download and subscribe: TWiT.tv Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Iyaz Akhtar and Jason Howell were also gracious enough to have me on Tech News Today to talk Facebook's big announcement, MySpace's big relaunch, Tom's big apology, and more. Download and subscribe TWiT.tv 
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| Jerry McDougal, vice president of retail, retires from Apple Posted: 15 Jan 2013 03:57 PM PST Apple's vice president of retail, Jerry McDougal, has left the company in order to spend more time with his family. McDougal previously reported to Ron Johnson, before Johnson left for JC Penny, and most recently, John Browett, before Browett was let go from the position. Gary Allen of InfoAppleStore reports:
Apple Retail is one of Apple's crown jewels, and the most direct, most customer facing part of their strategy to both delight with, and sell gobsmacking amounts of, their products. With Johnson gone, Browett a non-starter, and now McDougal leaving, Tim Cook faces the challenge of shoring up and securing the future of that key division. Source: InfoAppleStore 
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| Sprint location glitch leads owners of stolen phones to the home of unknowing Las Vegas man Posted: 15 Jan 2013 02:44 PM PST Services such as Find my iPhone are great as long as they work the way they're supposed to. Wayne Dobson, a 59 year old Las Vegas resident, has learned the hard way what happens when cell phone tracking programs malfunction. Owners of lost cell phones keep showing up at his door demanding their phones back. The only problem is, he doesn't have them. The problem seems to be isolated to Sprint cell phone users and due to a glitch that shows owners of lost devices that they are located near Dobson's home. According to the Las Vegas Review Journal:
Dobson's issues began way back in 2011 when the owner of a lost Sprint cell phone knocked on his door around midnight demanding his lost phone back. It turns out, the tracking software had led the disgruntled owner right to Dobson's front door. This man is one of many since that have shown up at Dobson's home demanding he return stolen cell phones he doesn't have possession of. Unfortunately, the glitch hasn't just been limited to cell phone tracking programs but has also led police to his door on domestic violence calls that were placed from Sprint cell phones. It appears the issue has to do with a glitch in the GPS data that is sent from the carrier to the tracking software or police departments. As of now, Dobson still has no clear answers from Sprint or any other company that may be able to help him. They agree it's an odd issue but still aren't sure exactly how to fix it. A spokesperson from Sprint said they're looking into the problem but until it is solved, Dobson has been forced to put up signage outside his home stating that he doesn't have your cell phone and to call the police. Source: Las Vegas Review Journal 
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| How to set a default calendar on your iPhone and iPad Posted: 15 Jan 2013 02:27 PM PST If you've created your own calendars on your iPhone or iPad, there's probably one that you create more events on than the others. Your Calendar app will default to the generic calendar but if it's not the one you want, you can easily change it to default to the one you use most. This makes creating events much quicker since you don't have to toggle calendars when you create each individual event or appointment. Not sure how? Follow along.
    That's all there is to it. Any new events created from now on will default to the calendar you've chosen. The only time you'll need to change it is if you want to create an event outside of that calendar. 
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| Facebook announces Social Graph Search, here's hoping iOS 7 adds it to Siri Posted: 15 Jan 2013 02:18 PM PST
Facebook held their special media event today, and while everything from Facebook Messenger for iPad to a Facebook phone was rumored, what we got instead was Social Graph Search. Unlike Google, which indexes websites and web content, Facebook is indexing everything your connections do and like, and providing a natural language, textual way to query it. Here's what Facebook has to say about it:
"Which restaurants do my friends in San Francisco enjoy?" is one example of the kind of question you can ask. "Show me photos of uncle Phil from before 2007 is another. If that sounds a lot like how you talk to Siri, but for social, that's because it is. And given that, since iOS 6, Apple has integrated with Facebook for sharing and limited data, like contact information, it teases the question -- will Facebook and Apple work out a deal that lets Siri access Social Graph Search? Being able to hold down the Home button and ask a question would be much faster than unlocking a device, launching an app, and typing in one. And it certainly would be cool. But as much as I'd enjoy that as a tech demo, there are some other things to consider. For example, none of my real-world friends or family use Facebook. A lot of my co-workers and acquaintances do, but most of them don't share the kind of information that they'd need to to give Social Graph Search any real value. That's a huge potential deal-breaker. I'm the same way. I don't check in on Facebook. I don't tell Facebook which places or movies I like. I don't post photos to Facebook. I do my best to give them as little personal data about myself as I can. And that means I add little to no value to Social Graph Search. Since Facebook's business is our data, I'm a lousy user. Maybe they're hoping the coolness of Social Graph Search, or the peer pressure from my social circle wanting to use it and know this stuff, encourages me to share more. Maybe the new prompts to share information that they're rolling out ahead of Social Search actually work in getting more people to share more things. However, that and challenging Google for our attention with Social Graph Search the way Google challenged Facebook for our attention with Google+ are about the only reasons I can see Facebook investing the time, talent, and money necessary to bring this service to market. Obviously they believe it has a shot. I'm not convinced yet. What do you think? Would you use Social Graph Search? And more importantly, would you share enough of your location, like, and photo data to make it valuable to your friends, knowing Facebook's business is based on that data? More: Facebook 
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| When Apple-is-doomed rumors don't match the math Posted: 15 Jan 2013 01:49 PM PST More on the dumbassery -- or manipulation -- that was the Wall Street Journal story this past weekend alleging Apple was cutting iPhone 5 orders in the face of weak demand -- namely the questions the WSJ should have asked, and the logic they should have applied, before slapping the headline under their masthead, usually one of the most respected in the business. Particularly, the rah-rah Samsung tone taken in the article, and on many technology sites as well, that reported doom-and-gloom for Apple in the same feed they bolstered Apple's competitors. Mark Rogowsky from Forbes elaborates:
And:
Go read the whole thing. Source: Forbes via Daring Fireball 
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| Why Yes, There Is a Lovely New Issue of swipe Magazine Out Today Posted: 15 Jan 2013 12:55 PM PST Issue 4 of swipe magazine for the iPad is out today. For those of you who haven't yet heard of swipe magazine, here's a little Intro via its App Store page: This is the only dedicated magazine that focuses on the best App Store content, and which has been built from the ground up as [...]         Related Stories
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| How the stock market, and Apple's stock price, is manipulated by rumors Posted: 15 Jan 2013 01:34 PM PST Last weekend a rather bizarre article appeared in the Wall Street Journal, one that claimed Apple was seeing weak demand for the iPhone 5 based on a couple of guys telling the reporter that screen orders for Q2 had been cut in half, one that original included a ridiculous 65 million unit figure that later disappeared, only to be echoed by Reuters a short time later, one that sent Apple's stock price tumbling -- again -- based on nothing more than unsubstantiated, illogical, incalculable rumor. That it was the Wall Street Journal that published the story likely lent the story credibility it might not otherwise have enjoyed. A bunch of smart tech heads discussed the story on Branch. Kevin Michaluk forwarded me the above video from 2010 where Jim Cramer elaborates on how he, and presumably others, manipulate BlackBerry (RIMM) and Apple (APPL) stock by spreading just these types of rumors. I'm posting it here so I can link back to it any time and every time another one of these rumors surfaces. 
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| iPhone DIY repair: Ultimate guide to replacing the battery in your iPhone Posted: 15 Jan 2013 12:23 PM PST Everything you need to know to DIY (do-it-yourself) replacing a dead battery in your iPhoneIf you've got an iPhone that's going on a few years old, you may notice that your battery doesn't hold a charge like it once did. That doesn't always have to mean you have to run out to buy a new iPhone. A replacement battery is actually not very costly and as luck may have it, it's one of the easiest DIY repairs when it comes to most iPhone models. As long as you've got a little bit of patience, we can walk you through how to squeeze lots more life out of your iPhone with a brand new battery replacement. 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. Warning about battery replacementsWhen replacing a battery in your iPhone, or any electronic device for that matter, it's very important you use high quality or OEM batteries. While using aftermarket components may not be unsafe in some circumstances, a battery is a huge exception. We recommend only using reputable suppliers for battery replacements like eTech Parts who provide not only high quality replacement parts but will warranty them against defects for at least 90 days. You should always proceed with caution when buying replacement batteries. While a cheap price seems like a good deal, it may not be if it damages your iPhone. In this situation, you really do get what you pay for. How to replace the battery in an iPhone 4SThe iPhone 4S is only going on over a year old but for heavy users, that's enough to start taking a toll on your battery. If you picked up an iPhone 4S fairly close to launch, you're probably out of warranty by now. If you notice your battery deteriorating and no longer holding the charge it once did, a battery replacement for the iPhone 4S only consists of about 4 screws, one clip, a few tools, and about 15 minutes of your time. Just watch out for that tiny grounding clip underneath the battery cable. You'll need it for reassembly and it's easy to miss. Hit the link below to check out our complete guide for replacing the battery in your iPhone 4S. How to replace the battery in an iPhone 4While the GSM and CDMA version of the iPhone 4 are different in many repair aspects, they're actually almost the same when it comes to a battery replacement. Luckily, both battery swaps are very easy to perform as well. Not only that, they both utilize the exact same battery. Since the iPhone 4 has only been out for a little over 2 years, a dead battery is definitely something worth replacing if your phone is in good working condition in every other aspect. If you're up to the task, hit the guide below and we'll walk you through every step of the way. How to replace the battery in an iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GSThe iPhone 3G is going on almost 5 years old now while the iPhone 3GS is about 4 years old. At this point, most people probably have one laying around that has less than stellar battery life. Perhaps you use it as a standby phone or iPod or you'd like to give it to a friend, relative, or child. Regardless the reason, a battery replacement can bring new life into both the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. While a replacement involves quite a few more screws than other iPhone models, it's certainly doable for anyone mildly skilled with DIY repair. If you're willing to take the time and have just a few ninja moves up your sleeve, you shouldn't have a problem. More DIY guides and helpWhether you have a different device or aren't finding the answer you're looking for above, we may have guides that can help you fix other issues as well. If you don't see a guide that can help or can't figure out exactly what the issue is, you can always check out our mod and DIY forums for answers to many questions. If you still can't find what you're looking for, feel free to shoot an e-mail to ally@imore.com with guide suggestions and questions. Additional resources: 
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| Apple TV gains subscription service Watchever in Germany Posted: 13 Jan 2013 11:09 AM PST Apple has added a new app to the Apple TV for German users for the on demand television and movie service Watchever. Watchever was launched earlier this month, and works similarly to Hulu Plus. For a monthly fee, users have access to a wide variety of content. This is the first service that Apple has added to the Apple TV that is confined to a single country. Because the Apple TV can be updated dynamically, Apple TV users in Germany will not have to perform a software update to see Watchever appear. Apple has been slowly adding services to the current iteration of the Apple TV. Currently, the device has portals to several services, including Netflix, Hulu Plus, MLB,NHL, and more. This fall, Apple placed an Apple Events app on the device that let users watch live Apple events as well as stream past presentations, though the app was later removed for unknown reasons. New services will undoubtedly continue to find their way to the Apple TV as Apple seeks to expand the device's capabilites. What services do you want to see on the Apple TV? Major TV networks? HBO? Source: The Next Web 
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| Research shows half of smartphone buyers want iPhone, but Samsung's surging Posted: 15 Jan 2013 11:00 AM PST A new survey from 451 Research's ChangeWave service on smartphone buyers in North America shows that while demand for the iPhone has dropped from the its last survey period, one in two likely smartphone buyers plan on purchasing an iPhone 5 within the next 90 days. Apple continued its impressive record of customer satisfaction, with 71% of respondents saying they were "Very Satisfied" with their iPhone. Demand for the iPhone dropped from 71% in the last survey period, which took place around the launch of the iPhone 5 launch, where Apple always sees a large spike in demand. The last few non-launch survey periods have seen demand normalize between 50% and 54%. However, the size drop between the last survey period and this one may be due, in part, to Samsung. Demand for Samsung products has jumped eight points to 21%, which 451 Research attributes to the Galaxy Note II. While more likely Samsung customers are planning to buy the Galaxy S III by a wide margin, 4.8% of total likely smartphone buyers plan on purchasing a Note, more than half of Samsung's jump. Whether current demand for the Galaxy Note II reflects a future filled with larger screen sizes or simply a trend that will rise and fall, remains to be seen. While 50% is historically a high for Apple, they might be concerned with the traction that Samsung is gaining. The smartphone battle is between these two companies for the foreseeable future, and as they fight it out, that makes things more interesting for consumers. Whatever either company has in store for consumers, 2013 is going to be a very eventful year for both companies. Source: 451 Research 
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| iPad Tips: A Faster Way to See Drafts in Mail App Posted: 15 Jan 2013 08:59 AM PST Here's a neat and simple little iOS 6 trick I learned this morning that offers faster access to your email drafts in the iPad Mail app: Tap and hold on the Compose button at the top right of the Mail screen. Below the New Message button you'll see a listing of your previously saved drafts, [...] Related Stories
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| How to easily, automatically take multiple, multi-language screenshots for App Store submissions Posted: 15 Jan 2013 08:11 AM PST With Apple's recent freeze on App Store screenshot updates, developers now have to make sure they have usable artwork ready and set when they hit the submit button. No more week(s)-long review cycle and vague plans to fix it later. That can add to the stress of a launch or update, especially if multiple language versions are needed for multiple, regional App Stores. Daniel Jalkut of Mars Edit fame, however, has shared some tips on Bitsplitting that could save developers a lot of time and frustration.
Clever stuff. Source: Bitsplitting via The Loop 
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| Deal of the Day: 48% off Seidio SURFACE Case (with kickstand) for iPhone 5 Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:05 AM PST | ||||||
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A Television from Apple? Part I
Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:14 AM PST
Apple has long inspired one of the largest and most rabid rumor cultures of any company on earth. Potential new products are speculated about at length, sometimes for years. Some eventually come to fruition as shipping products (iPhone, iPad) while others seemingly stay forever in the realm of question marks. For now at least, a television from Apple falls squarely into the latter category.
I do believe that Apple will get into the television business in a big way . The only question is how?
I do not believe Apple will sell a television. The global TV market is absolutely brutal. Commoditization is the order of the day, with 70″ LED HDTVs selling for as little as $1600 on the recent Black Friday and regularly available for under $2000. Think about that for a moment. It's difficult to imagine Apple playing in the low cost end of a pool like this. Margins are razor thin even if there is volume in the market overall.
Now, there are certainly high end models available from some manufacturers (the Sharp Elite line, Sony's HX line, Samsung's 8000 series, etc). However, at $5000 and up for the larger models these are no more than niche products. Collectively they sell in the tens of thousands of units (max) per year. Here again, it's difficult to imagine Apple getting into a space whose volume is so low.
Brutal competition has left the major players on shaky footing. Sharp is teetering on the edge, forced to sell assets and is said to have taken an investment from Apple. Regarding the latter, I think that has more to do with Sharp supplying displays to Apple for other products, not televisions. Samsung has fared better but it has a much broader array of products than does Sharp (eg phones, tablets, appliances, etc).
What about new technologies? At the recently ended CES, 4K "Ultra HD" sets were one of two bright prospects. These sets, with 8 megapixels (4x that in Full HD sets), may ultimately incite the next big TV upgrade cycle, so it's conceivable that were Apple to sell a TV they'd want to ride that wave. However, there is no 4K content currently available. And, these products will also be priced both stratospherically by Sony, Sharp, and Samsung, as well as at the commodity end by Vizio and Hisense. Tough to see much margin lasting very long in 4K.
Then there is OLED, a display technology superior to both LCD and plasma. That has an Apple feel to it. However, yield issues have kept these sets off the market. 55″ sets are finally close to shipping, but for $12000 (!) Even if Apple could commit to volume purchases such that they could sell the sets for half as much, it would still be a niche product, and that also assumes that the manufacturing issues are solved which is not a given.
Added all up, I simply do not see Apple selling a TV. As I said though, they will definitely make a big push into the TV business. Find out how in my next post.
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Rumored entry level iPhone rumored to have a plastic chassis
Posted: 15 Jan 2013 05:12 AM PST
Apple's rumored entry-level iPhone reportedly may adopt plastic for its chassis instead of reinforced glass or unibody metal as in the company's standard iPhone models, to save cost, according to sources from the upstream supply chain. However, Foxconn Electronics (Hon Hai Precision Industry) declined to comment on its clients or orders when asked about the report.
In addition to the component rumors, Digitimes is also hearing that the actual low end iPhone chassis will be manufactured by a US-based electronic manufacturing service provider and that it will be made up from metal and plastic and may even have a see through body showing off the internal components from the outside. The rumors all stem from the supposed Apple component supply chain and from our experience should be taken with a gargantuan sized grain of salt; the rumors appear to be getting more crazy by the day. Having said that, the WSJ, Bloomberg and others are all saying that the budget low end iPhone is happening, we will have to wait and see.
Source: Digitimes
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