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NASA and Apple Engineers Develop $11,111 Coffee Maker

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:15:54 +0000

What happens when rocket scientists take on the coffee machine? The answer is a $11,111 coffee maker which brews java at the “perfect” temperature. The Blossom One Limited is the brainchild of Jeremy Kuempel. His development team for the device included engineers who’ve worked at NASA, Apple and the electronic car company Tesla. The very expensive piece [...]

Apple, Just Like Your Girl, Thinks Size Does Matters

Phil Villarreal — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:00:48 +0000

“It’s a good size, really,” iPhone owners have told Apple. “It’s OK that it’s small. It’s more about how you use it,” they added reassuringly. But the insecure company isn’t having any of it. It’s paying attention to those screen enhancement spam emails and listening to those late-night “marital aid” radio commercials. And it’s obsessed with getting bigger.

Apple Wants To Help You Avoid Your Psycho Ex-Girlfriends

Phil Villarreal — Thu, 03 May 2012 21:00:07 +0000

You can’t really blame her for being addicted to your awesomeness. It’s understandable that she is unable to stop calling and texting and begging you to take her back. Neither firm requests to stop harassing you, nor blocking her number, does the trick. It’s time to go nuclear and change your phone number. Apple knows [...]

Apple's Siri Technology Struggles to Understand Dog Barks [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:00:37 +0000

The new Apple iPhone feature called Siri is supposed to allow users to send messages, calls and similar functions through voice instruction. However, the technology has yet to master non-American accents, like Scottish, and, similarly, dog barks. Check out Siri’s humorous reaction to a howling pooch below. [via Say OMG] Read Original: Apple’s Siri Technology Struggles [...]

iPad 3 could launch soon…with issues?

wcampise — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:06:03 +0000

The rumor mill has it that iPad 3 could launch as soon as March, but with connector issues. So, will the iPad 2′s successor use a smaller dock connector? That could cause compatibility issues with existing products claims Macotakara, a Japanese blog site. Their reliable source said that the next generation tablet is being rushed [...]

Apple Releases IOS 5 Software, Unveils iCloud

wcampise — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 21:36:12 +0000

Apple released the latest versions of the software that powers its smartphones and iPad tablet computers on Wednesday, according to Computerworld — and unveiled its hotly anticipated iCloud service at the same time. This means those with older devices can start seeing new features and bug fixes immediately. iOS 5 mobile software is a free [...]

Apple's New Siri Technology Has a (Hilarious) Mind of Its Own

Shauna Wright — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:42:32 +0000

Apple’s voice-recognition technology, Siri, has been lauded for its groundbreaking ability to understand natural human language rather than just simple commands. In the past, most people have used it for various mundane activities — finding the nearest sushi restaurant or theater showtimes for a movie, for example.

In its most recent incarnation, you can even ask it questions (“Will it rain today?”) and it’ll use GPS to spit out an accurate answer. But some creative folks have tested Siri’s abilities on the new iPhone 4S with rather amusing results.

Bernie Madoff's Pants Recycled Into iPad Cases

Shauna Wright — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 05:00:52 +0000

Back in June, possessions belonging to the notorious Ponzi-schemer Bernie Madoff were auctioned off, with the proceeds going towards his victims. Among the books, chairs, and Rolex watches were his pricey clothes, many of which were purchased by entrepreneur John Vaccaro, who has turned Madoff’s cashmere sweaters and designer pants into iPad cases.

This Day in History for June 10 – Apple II Released and More

Amory Gritta — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:00:06 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1692 – At the Salem Witch Trials, Bridget Bishop is hanged for "certaine Detestable Arts called Witchcraft & Sorceries" (More info)

1793 - Washington replaces Philadelphia as US capital (More info)

Chinese Teen Sells Kidney to Buy iPad 2

Amory Gritta — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:00:42 +0000

Xiao Zheng, a 17-year-old living in China, wanted an iPad 2 so badly that he was willing to sell one of his vital organs to get it.

Zheng didn't have the money for the tablet computer so he responded to an online ad that offered cash for healthy

iPhone Secretly Tracks Your Every Move, Claims Security Experts

Amory Gritta — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 11:00:09 +0000

Security experts Peter Warden and Alasdair Allen have made a startling discovery about Apple's iPhone and 3G iPad: The devices secretly track and record your location.

Apparently, this has been going on for 10 months, despite the fact that Apple has never p

Steve Jobs Announces iPad 2, Pricing and Specs

Amory Gritta — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 22:08:05 +0000

There had been some doubt as to whether or not Steve Jobs would be at the Apple Press Conference today after taking a leave of absence for medical reasons. There was, however, absolutely no doubt at all as to what would be announced at the event regardless of whether Steve was there or not. The [...]

3 iPad Apps Worth Checking Out

wcampise — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:30:49 +0000

If you have been looking at apps for your new iPad, here is a site I came across the other day. With so many apps available this could help decide what to download.

Author Peter Meyers stress-tested thousands of options to put together this irresistible, page-turner of a catalog. Inside these pages, you'll find apps as magical as the iPad itself.

Click the "Read More" link for the apps...