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Apple Announces iPhone 3G
(News) Our readers discuss the upcoming iPhone 3G and AT&T's service plans.
(News) Our readers discuss the upcoming iPhone 3G and AT&T's service plans.
Five Reasons to Buy the Apple iPhone 3G
(News) Now may be the time to become an Apple iPhone owner at last.
(News) Now may be the time to become an Apple iPhone owner at last.
Apple's $199 iPhone: How Can It Be So Cheap?
(News) A combination of lower component costs, cheaper materials, and changing business models is behind the drastic price cut for Apple's new 3G iPhone.
(News) A combination of lower component costs, cheaper materials, and changing business models is behind the drastic price cut for Apple's new 3G iPhone.
Developers Preview iPhone Apps at WWDC
(News) Mobile games, productivity programs, Web tools, sports apps, music makers, and medical software debut at the Apple developers conference.
(News) Mobile games, productivity programs, Web tools, sports apps, music makers, and medical software debut at the Apple developers conference.
8 Unanswered Questions About Apple's 3G iPhone
(News) What's with the plastic back, does the iPhone 3G have real GPS, what is the future of the iPod Touch, and more questions spring to mind.
(News) What's with the plastic back, does the iPhone 3G have real GPS, what is the future of the iPod Touch, and more questions spring to mind.
Apple Upgrades iPhone to 3G; Slashes Price
(News) 3G network support, GPS, lower prices, and improved battery life come to the next-gen iPhone.
(News) 3G network support, GPS, lower prices, and improved battery life come to the next-gen iPhone.
Report: Taiwan company in talks to make new iPhone
(News) Hon Hai Precision Industry, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, is in talks with Apple to make the next generation iPhone, Dow Jones Newswires reported Friday, citing an unidentified Hon Hai official.
(News) Hon Hai Precision Industry, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, is in talks with Apple to make the next generation iPhone, Dow Jones Newswires reported Friday, citing an unidentified Hon Hai official.
What the iPhone 2.0 Will Do
(News) This June, Apple will release a major update to its iPhone software, including new features for businesses and broad support for third-party software. We examine exactly what this new update will mean to you.
(News) This June, Apple will release a major update to its iPhone software, including new features for businesses and broad support for third-party software. We examine exactly what this new update will mean to you.
Silverlight for iPhone next? Not quite, says Ballmer
(News) Could Silverlight be the next Microsoft technology to work on the iPhone? Don't bet on it anytime soon, said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
(News) Could Silverlight be the next Microsoft technology to work on the iPhone? Don't bet on it anytime soon, said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
Ten Questions I Still Have About iPhone Software
(News) Apple answered a lot of questions about iPhone apps today. But its announcement also left me wondering about a bunch of things.
(News) Apple answered a lot of questions about iPhone apps today. But its announcement also left me wondering about a bunch of things.
Apple's iPhone SDK Strategy Both Promotes and Stifles Innovation
(News) The long-anticipated iPhone SDK announcement grants many of developers' greatest wishes, but does it still leave Apple too much control over the platform?
(News) The long-anticipated iPhone SDK announcement grants many of developers' greatest wishes, but does it still leave Apple too much control over the platform?
Apple Throws the iPhone Apps Door Wide Open
(News) Developers now have the same tools at their disposal that Apple uses to develop applications for the iPhone.
(News) Developers now have the same tools at their disposal that Apple uses to develop applications for the iPhone.
IPhone Takes on the BlackBerry
(News) Apple today announced a strong push to help businesses incorporate the iPhone, putting RIM's popular BlackBerry handheld devices directly in the iPhone's sights.
(News) Apple today announced a strong push to help businesses incorporate the iPhone, putting RIM's popular BlackBerry handheld devices directly in the iPhone's sights.
What Apple Should Announce
(News) On Thursday, Apple holds court with the media to outline its plans for the iPhone, starting with news of the iPhone Developer's Kit. We get specific on what we want them to address.
(News) On Thursday, Apple holds court with the media to outline its plans for the iPhone, starting with news of the iPhone Developer's Kit. We get specific on what we want them to address.
Apple Hints at Enterprise Future for iPhone
(News) During a discussion hosted by Morgan Stanley today, Apple hinted that the iPhone might become more useful to business workers.
(News) During a discussion hosted by Morgan Stanley today, Apple hinted that the iPhone might become more useful to business workers.
News Coverage: iPhone Launch
(News) News stories, videos, and blogs produced in the first 24 hours of the iPhone launch
(News) News stories, videos, and blogs produced in the first 24 hours of the iPhone launch
Mobile Products to Watch in 2008, Part 1
(News) The new year brings new products and technologies. Here are some devices that will likely be worth waiting for.
(News) The new year brings new products and technologies. Here are some devices that will likely be worth waiting for.
Report: Apple threatens shops selling iPhone in Singapore
(News) Apple recently threatened retailers in a Singapore mall with legal action if they continue to sell unlocked iPhones, prompting many to stop selling the handsets, The Straits Times newspaper reported Friday.
(News) Apple recently threatened retailers in a Singapore mall with legal action if they continue to sell unlocked iPhones, prompting many to stop selling the handsets, The Straits Times newspaper reported Friday.
Orange Sells 30,000 iPhones in 5 Days in France
(News) About 15 percent have apparently unlocked their phones.
(News) About 15 percent have apparently unlocked their phones.
German iPhones Locked Again
(News) A Hamburg court has ruled against Vodafone, saying T-Mobile can legally sell locked iPhones.
(News) A Hamburg court has ruled against Vodafone, saying T-Mobile can legally sell locked iPhones.
Apple, AT&T and Others Sued Over Voicemail Patent Violation
(News) Klausner Technologies claims it hold patents on technology used by Apple's iPhone and VoIP products from Cablevision, Comcast, and Ebay.
(News) Klausner Technologies claims it hold patents on technology used by Apple's iPhone and VoIP products from Cablevision, Comcast, and Ebay.
Orange Unlocks iPhone in France
(News) Price beats T-Mobile's unlocked iPhone in Germany, but comes with usage restrictions.
(News) Price beats T-Mobile's unlocked iPhone in Germany, but comes with usage restrictions.
T-Mobile Bows to Pressure, Unlocks iPhone in Germany
(News) Rival Vidafone challenges Apple's policy of an exclusive deal, as the iPhone spreads through Europe.
(News) Rival Vidafone challenges Apple's policy of an exclusive deal, as the iPhone spreads through Europe.
China Unicom also open to iPhone talks, CEO says
(News) China Unicom may be open to selling Apple's iPhone in China, giving Apple a second option for bringing its device to the world's most populous market.
(News) China Unicom may be open to selling Apple's iPhone in China, giving Apple a second option for bringing its device to the world's most populous market.
Apple's new phones lead to iTypos
(News) iPhone users make mistakes more often when texting compared to users of phones with hard keys, a new study found.
(News) iPhone users make mistakes more often when texting compared to users of phones with hard keys, a new study found.
Apple fixes security bug with iPhone update
(News) Apple has pushed out its iPhone 1.1.2 firmware update to users of its popular mobile phone, fixing a widely publicized bug in the iPhone's browser.
(News) Apple has pushed out its iPhone 1.1.2 firmware update to users of its popular mobile phone, fixing a widely publicized bug in the iPhone's browser.
Cash isn't king: Apple limits iPhone purchases
(News) People looking to walk into an Apple retailer and buy an iPhone with cash will be out of luck. The company is now accepting only credit or debit card payments for the devices so they can track who purchases the phone, according to an employee at the Apple Store in New York's SoHo neighborhood.
(News) People looking to walk into an Apple retailer and buy an iPhone with cash will be out of luck. The company is now accepting only credit or debit card payments for the devices so they can track who purchases the phone, according to an employee at the Apple Store in New York's SoHo neighborhood.
Bromine group slams Greenpeace iPhone report
(News) A chemical industry group has lashed out against Greenpeace, condemning the environmental lobby group for making unfair criticism of Apple's iPhone's green credentials.
(News) A chemical industry group has lashed out against Greenpeace, condemning the environmental lobby group for making unfair criticism of Apple's iPhone's green credentials.
Apple to release unlocked iPhone in France
(News) Apple is releasing an unlocked version of the iPhone that will allow users to run it on various cellular networks. But you have to live in France to get it.
(News) Apple is releasing an unlocked version of the iPhone that will allow users to run it on various cellular networks. But you have to live in France to get it.
Jobs: Apple to release iPhone SDK by February
(News) Apple Inc. Wednesday confirmed rumors that it will release a mobile software development kit (SDK) for developers in February so that third parties can create applications for the iPhone and the iPod touch.
(News) Apple Inc. Wednesday confirmed rumors that it will release a mobile software development kit (SDK) for developers in February so that third parties can create applications for the iPhone and the iPod touch.
Greenpeace slams iPhone on environment
(News) Environmental organization Greenpeace is gunning for Apple once again, this time arguing that the iPhone is full of hazardous chemicals.
(News) Environmental organization Greenpeace is gunning for Apple once again, this time arguing that the iPhone is full of hazardous chemicals.
Travel Accessories for the iPod and iPhone
(Reviews) These add-ons for Apple gadgets, for the plane, car, and hotel room are cool--but are they worth the money?
(Reviews) These add-ons for Apple gadgets, for the plane, car, and hotel room are cool--but are they worth the money?
Competitors tout openness versus iPhone
(News) While Apple Inc. faces criticism for appearing to penalize iPhone users who download third-party applications, Apple competitors are stepping up their marketing efforts about how open their phones are.
(News) While Apple Inc. faces criticism for appearing to penalize iPhone users who download third-party applications, Apple competitors are stepping up their marketing efforts about how open their phones are.
Hackers post techniques for reversing iPhone upgrade
(News) Owners of hacked iPhones have begun posting instructions on how to roll back a recent Apple firmware upgrade that rendered their mobile phones unusable.
(News) Owners of hacked iPhones have begun posting instructions on how to roll back a recent Apple firmware upgrade that rendered their mobile phones unusable.
iPhone users now fear security patches, say analysts
(News) Apple Inc.'s decision last week to bundle an iPhone-crippling firmware upgrade with 10 security patches for the device was a mistake, analysts said Monday.
(News) Apple Inc.'s decision last week to bundle an iPhone-crippling firmware upgrade with 10 security patches for the device was a mistake, analysts said Monday.
iPhone's Bluetooth bug under the hacker microscope
(News) Almost lost in the hubbub over Thursday's iPhone firmware update and whether it would "brick" unlocked phones was the fact that Apple Inc. patched 10 vulnerabilities -- twice the number of fixes issued since the phone's June debut.
(News) Almost lost in the hubbub over Thursday's iPhone firmware update and whether it would "brick" unlocked phones was the fact that Apple Inc. patched 10 vulnerabilities -- twice the number of fixes issued since the phone's June debut.
New tools help hack into iPhone
(News) iPhone hackers have some new tools now, thanks to HD Moore, one of the developers of the Metasploit hacking software.
(News) iPhone hackers have some new tools now, thanks to HD Moore, one of the developers of the Metasploit hacking software.
Researcher sees potential iPhone security problems
(News) Apple Inc.'s iPhone is a tough target for hackers, but a security researcher warned Friday that there are ways the sleek device could potentially be compromised.
(News) Apple Inc.'s iPhone is a tough target for hackers, but a security researcher warned Friday that there are ways the sleek device could potentially be compromised.
Germany will get iPhone on Nov. 9 too
(News) Apple Inc. has partnered with network operator T-Mobile to introduce the iPhone in Germany on Nov. 9, the companies announced on Wednesday.
(News) Apple Inc. has partnered with network operator T-Mobile to introduce the iPhone in Germany on Nov. 9, the companies announced on Wednesday.
iPhone to go on sale in UK on Nov. 9
(News) Network operator O2 (UK) Ltd. will sell Apple Inc.'s iPhone in the U.K. from Nov. 9 for £269 (US$538), the companies announced Tuesday, marking the start of the iPhone's move into Europe.
(News) Network operator O2 (UK) Ltd. will sell Apple Inc.'s iPhone in the U.K. from Nov. 9 for £269 (US$538), the companies announced Tuesday, marking the start of the iPhone's move into Europe.
Reports: Apple's European iPhone plans emerge
(News) Apple is expected to confirm that O2 will be the iPhone's official U.K. mobile network tomorrow, as more news emanates concerning Apple's iPhone launch plans in Europe.
(News) Apple is expected to confirm that O2 will be the iPhone's official U.K. mobile network tomorrow, as more news emanates concerning Apple's iPhone launch plans in Europe.
Deutsche Telekom confirms iPhone talks
(News) Deutsche Telekom AG is in talks with Apple Inc. about selling the iPhone in Germany and expects the U.S. company to announce its German distribution partner soon, a senior executive said Wednesday in Berlin.
(News) Deutsche Telekom AG is in talks with Apple Inc. about selling the iPhone in Germany and expects the U.S. company to announce its German distribution partner soon, a senior executive said Wednesday in Berlin.
iPhone unlocking video hits Web
(News) A video showing the founder of a Belfast, Northern Ireland company unlocking the iPhone hit the Web early Wednesday U.K. time as proof that software exists that can unlock Apple Inc.'s device for use with carriers other than AT&T Inc.
(News) A video showing the founder of a Belfast, Northern Ireland company unlocking the iPhone hit the Web early Wednesday U.K. time as proof that software exists that can unlock Apple Inc.'s device for use with carriers other than AT&T Inc.
iPhone unlocker trades phone for 'sweet' car
(News) A hacker who figured out how to unlock the iPhone has traded an unlocked phone for a new car.
(News) A hacker who figured out how to unlock the iPhone has traded an unlocked phone for a new car.
Legal worries delay release of iPhone unlocking software
(News) Fear of litigation has led to an indefinite delay in the planned Saturday release of software to unlock Apple Inc.'s iPhone.
(News) Fear of litigation has led to an indefinite delay in the planned Saturday release of software to unlock Apple Inc.'s iPhone.
iPhone unlockers lining up
(News) Two claims of unlocking Apple Inc.'s iPhone have surfaced in recent days and a third is set to be announced Saturday.
(News) Two claims of unlocking Apple Inc.'s iPhone have surfaced in recent days and a third is set to be announced Saturday.
The 300-page iPhone Bill to Disappear
(News) AT&T will send iPhone customers thinner bills by default, starting with their next billing cycle.
(News) AT&T will send iPhone customers thinner bills by default, starting with their next billing cycle.
Apple signs iPhone deals for Europe, report says
(News) Apple Inc. has signed its first deals with mobile phone operators to offer its iPhone in three of Europe's largest markets, ending a period of intense negotiations, according to a report in the Financial Times newspaper.
(News) Apple Inc. has signed its first deals with mobile phone operators to offer its iPhone in three of Europe's largest markets, ending a period of intense negotiations, according to a report in the Financial Times newspaper.
How Far Can Web Apps Take the iPhone?
(News) Early apps let you Webcast baseball games, check gas prices, and network with friends, but true business software may require more than just Safari.
(News) Early apps let you Webcast baseball games, check gas prices, and network with friends, but true business software may require more than just Safari.
iPhone Owners: "We Like It, But..."
(News) Our survey of 500 iPhone owners reveals that, though most are happy overall, they have lots of suggestions.
(News) Our survey of 500 iPhone owners reveals that, though most are happy overall, they have lots of suggestions.
16 percent planning to buy iPhone
(News) Apple's iPhone seems set to disrupt the mobile phone industry, with ChangeWave claiming up to 16 percent of those planning to buy a mobile in the next six months will buy an iPhone.
(News) Apple's iPhone seems set to disrupt the mobile phone industry, with ChangeWave claiming up to 16 percent of those planning to buy a mobile in the next six months will buy an iPhone.
Security update seeks out, erases modifications to iPhone
(News) A security update for Apple Inc.'s iPhone does more than just fix critical flaws in the handset. It also looks for and wipes out any modifications that users make to the firmware on their phones, according to hackers looking to unlock the phone.
(News) A security update for Apple Inc.'s iPhone does more than just fix critical flaws in the handset. It also looks for and wipes out any modifications that users make to the firmware on their phones, according to hackers looking to unlock the phone.
Apple faces mounting complaints on iPhone battery
(News) Officials in New York state asked Apple Inc. on Monday to change its iPhone design to allow consumers to replace their own batteries, just days after lawyers in Illinois filed a class-action lawsuit over the same complaint.
(News) Officials in New York state asked Apple Inc. on Monday to change its iPhone design to allow consumers to replace their own batteries, just days after lawyers in Illinois filed a class-action lawsuit over the same complaint.
With Black Hat approaching, a rush to patch iPhone
(News) With security researchers set to reveal details of a critical security flaw in the iPhone at the [Black Hat 2007] conference next week, Apple Inc. now has fewer than seven days to patch a critical vulnerability in the product.
(News) With security researchers set to reveal details of a critical security flaw in the iPhone at the [Black Hat 2007] conference next week, Apple Inc. now has fewer than seven days to patch a critical vulnerability in the product.
Apple discusses European iPhone release
(News) Apple has confirmed that the iPhone will launch in Europe in Q4, slightly later than some of its partners had suggested.
(News) Apple has confirmed that the iPhone will launch in Europe in Q4, slightly later than some of its partners had suggested.
Security team claims successful iPhone hack
(News) A team of security experts in Baltimore, Md., said it has found a flaw in Apple Inc.'s iPhone handset that can be used by attackers to access private data stored on it.
(News) A team of security experts in Baltimore, Md., said it has found a flaw in Apple Inc.'s iPhone handset that can be used by attackers to access private data stored on it.
Vodafone chief coy on iPhone deal
(News) Vodafone has dropped the biggest hint yet that European mobile networks have been demanding Apple offer 3G support in the iPhone.
(News) Vodafone has dropped the biggest hint yet that European mobile networks have been demanding Apple offer 3G support in the iPhone.
Apple iPhone to launch in UK 'in September'
(News) PC Advisor understands that the Apple iPhone will launch in the U.K. in September 2007. But despite reports, O2 says it has not yet reached agreement with Apple to be the U.K. launch partner.
(News) PC Advisor understands that the Apple iPhone will launch in the U.K. in September 2007. But despite reports, O2 says it has not yet reached agreement with Apple to be the U.K. launch partner.
Security firm: Don't use iPhone Web dialer
(News) SPI Labs warns iPhone users not to use a special feature that lets them dial telephone numbers over the Web using the iPhone's Safari browser.
(News) SPI Labs warns iPhone users not to use a special feature that lets them dial telephone numbers over the Web using the iPhone's Safari browser.
No breakthrough in efforts to unlock the iPhone
(News) Hackers are working to unlock Apple Inc.'s iPhone, but the job appears to be more difficult than initially expected.
(News) Hackers are working to unlock Apple Inc.'s iPhone, but the job appears to be more difficult than initially expected.
One-in-three Americans want an iPhone
(News) Apple's iPhone could emerge as the most successful product introduction of the 21st century, new research suggests.
(News) Apple's iPhone could emerge as the most successful product introduction of the 21st century, new research suggests.
UK Firm 'Close' to Unlocking iPhone
(News) UniquePhones is writing an app that will let customers use a carrier other than AT&T with the iPhone.
(News) UniquePhones is writing an app that will let customers use a carrier other than AT&T with the iPhone.
Insurer may jump in to cover iPhones
(News) A company that insures laptops and smartphones may save the day for iPhone owners worried about their pricey handsets getting stolen or damaged.
(News) A company that insures laptops and smartphones may save the day for iPhone owners worried about their pricey handsets getting stolen or damaged.
Developers Gather to Design Apple iPhone Apps
(News) Engineers, designers, and others will meet this weekend to learn the tricks of developing for the iPhone--and produce the first iPhone applications.
(News) Engineers, designers, and others will meet this weekend to learn the tricks of developing for the iPhone--and produce the first iPhone applications.
O2 to launch iPhone in the UK
(News) Mobile operator O2 is set to announce that it's beaten rival Vodafone to win the U.K. contract to sell Apple's iPhone.
(News) Mobile operator O2 is set to announce that it's beaten rival Vodafone to win the U.K. contract to sell Apple's iPhone.
T-Mobile to sell iPhone in Germany, report says
(News) Deutsche Telekom AG's T-Mobile division has won a deal to sell Apple Inc.'s iPhone in Germany starting on Nov. 1, according to a report in a German regional newspaper.
(News) Deutsche Telekom AG's T-Mobile division has won a deal to sell Apple Inc.'s iPhone in Germany starting on Nov. 1, according to a report in a German regional newspaper.
Unlocked iPhones coming in one week or less, hacker says
(News) Hackers may successfully unlock an iPhone in as soon as three to seven days, according to a representative of one effort that aims to unlock Apple Inc.'s new handset.
(News) Hackers may successfully unlock an iPhone in as soon as three to seven days, according to a representative of one effort that aims to unlock Apple Inc.'s new handset.
Hackers make progress towards unlocking iPhone
(News) Efforts to unlock Apple Inc.'s iPhone continued on Monday, with hackers claiming "very significant progress."
(News) Efforts to unlock Apple Inc.'s iPhone continued on Monday, with hackers claiming "very significant progress."
Race is on to unlock the iPhone
(News) Now that Apple Inc.'s iPhone is finally on sale, the race is on to see who can unlock it.
(News) Now that Apple Inc.'s iPhone is finally on sale, the race is on to see who can unlock it.
The iPhone: Ten Things Apple Did Right, and Ten Things That Need Work
(News) Here's our list of things Apple did right in the iPhone--and things that could use some work.
(News) Here's our list of things Apple did right in the iPhone--and things that could use some work.
How Tough Is the iPhone?
(News) PC World severely manhandles the new Apple phone to see how much abuse it can take.
(News) PC World severely manhandles the new Apple phone to see how much abuse it can take.
IPhone Buzz Reaches to Microsoft's Back Yard
(News) In San Francisco, a festive atmosphere surrounds the much-anticipated product launch.
(News) In San Francisco, a festive atmosphere surrounds the much-anticipated product launch.
With iPhone Launch, a Hacker's To-Do List
(News) Three things for the hacking community to focus on in looking for flaws in the new product's software.
(News) Three things for the hacking community to focus on in looking for flaws in the new product's software.
Stores open doors for iPhone sales
(News) Apple Inc. began selling its iPhone Friday, ending six months of waiting by consumers and rival smartphone vendors.
(News) Apple Inc. began selling its iPhone Friday, ending six months of waiting by consumers and rival smartphone vendors.
Tech Media Conquered by iPhone
(News) That thunderous buzzing sound you heard wasn't the wingbeats of a million angry bees--it was the tech media going wild for the latest Apple product launch.
(News) That thunderous buzzing sound you heard wasn't the wingbeats of a million angry bees--it was the tech media going wild for the latest Apple product launch.
Taiwan hit by iPhone craze
(News) The surest sign marketing hype surrounding the iPhone has outdone itself is that a small island on the Pacific rim is abuzz over the device, despite the fact it won't be on sale here until next year at the earliest.
(News) The surest sign marketing hype surrounding the iPhone has outdone itself is that a small island on the Pacific rim is abuzz over the device, despite the fact it won't be on sale here until next year at the earliest.