iPhone 3G
Walmart rumored to sell the Apple iPhone 3G starting November 15th
Besides AT&T and Apple Stores the iPhone 3G is already sold at electronics retailer Best Buy. Now BoyGeniusReport quotes sources saying that the Walmart is supposed to start selling the iPhone 3G starting November 15th.
The Apple iPhone 3G is the 2nd best selling mobile phone in the United States. It makes sense for Walmart to carry this "mass market" product. Wal-mart of course already sells the Motorola RAZR V3, which is top selling phone in the States.
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Posted on Sun, 12 Oct 2008 02:02:44 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
NPD Group Says 1 in 3 iPhone 3G Buyers Came from Different Carriers
According to market research firm NPD Group, AT&T is reaping big rewards from its exclusive iPhone deal with Apple. NPD says that its research has concluded that one in three iPhone 3G buyers came to AT&T from another provider specifically to get the iPhone 3G.
NPD also says that its research shows the iPhone 3G is the second best-selling handset among consumers in the US behind the Motorola RAZR V3. Before the launch of the 3G iPhone the original iPhone counted for 11% of the consumer smartphone market, after the 3G the iPhone held 17% of the market. In June through August 2008 the iPhone 3G was the best selling smartphone. Read more
Posted on Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:08:56 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iPhone 3G ranks 2nd in U.S. Mobile Phone Sales
Retail research firm NPD says that the Apple iPhone 3G is already the 2nd best selling mobile phone in the United States only topped by the Motorola RAZR V3.
The iPhone is the best selling smartphone in the period of June to August beating BlackBerry Curve, BlackBerry Pearl and the Palm Centro.
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Posted on Mon, 6 Oct 2008 12:56:49 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G is named Gadget of the Year
LONDON (Reuters) - Apple's iPhone 3G has won a public vote to find the
year's best gadget, beating strong competition from three games consoles, a
budget laptop and a balloon-shaped iPod speaker system.
The latest version of the mobile that combines a phone with a music and video
player was chosen by readers of Stuff magazine in its annual Gadget of the Year
awards.
The magazine described the iPhone 3G as "a faster, cleverer version of an
already remarkable phone." The phone's first incarnation, launched in Britain
last year, won the coolest gadget prize at last year's ceremony.
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Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:45:07 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G is I4U Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide Tip #20
If someone on your shopping list this holiday season wants a new smartphone, the iPhone 3G is a fantastic choice. The iPhone 3G has all of the same features are the fantastic original iPhone with a few additions that up the ante for the device. Apple added GPS and 3G connectivity to the new iPhone 3G that the original didn't have.
The iPhone is only available on AT&T, which could be an issue for some users. The iPhone is hands down the best device for surfing the Internet I have used and works very well. The on screen keyboard draws much criticism, but after using it for a few weeks it becomes much less of an issue. In the end, the iPhone 3G is simply one of the best smartphones on the current market and will make a great holiday gift. Read more
Posted on Sun, 7 Sep 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iSkin solo Protection for iPhone 3G
iSkin has announced a new protective covering for the iPhone 3G that is form fitting and provides a high-gloss covering. The iSkin solo totally encapsulated the iPhone 3G and protects the phone from impact, scratches, dirt, dust and other hazards.
The front of the solo has a touch compatible clear protective screen to protect the screen from scratches and provides complete access to the iPhone controls. The solo skin comes in black, red, blue, and white colors. The case will retail for $29.99. Read more
Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 09:36:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
BatRest for iPhone 3G
One thing that the iPhone excels at is watching video on the go. What many iPhone users often wish for when watching video on the go, is a stand to support the iPhone so you can watch without having to hold the phone in your hands.
Seskimo has announced a new iPhone 3G video stand called the BatRest that will support the iPhone 3G in an upright position and is very easy to transport. The BatRest is made from thin plastic that folds flat and is about the size of a credit card. Read more
Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 07:31:20 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
MTS to sell iPhone 3G in Russia
Reuters reports that sources close to the matter claim that carrier Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) signed a deal with Apple to offer the iPhone 3G in Russia starting this October.
There are actually already tons of iPhones in use in Russia. It is a must have device among the young and hip Russsians. Unlocked iPhones are readily available for a premium.
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Posted on Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:26:57 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G User sues Apple over Download Speed
Jessica Alena Smith from Birmingham, Alabama is suing Apple over false advertising about the iPhone 3G download speed. She pins her lawsuit on the statement from Apple that the iPhone 3G download speed is twice as fast as the original iPhone.
The woman is also seeking an unspecified amount of damages, an order from the judge that Apple is fixing the problems, and that the suit become a class action lawsuit.
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Posted on Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:20:42 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Colored Naked Cases for iPhone 3G Now Available
Case-mate has announced a new line of colored Naked Cases specifically for the iPhone 3G. The maker claims the case is the world's first touch-through color case for the iPhone 3G. The case offers a clear front for screen access in colors including -- black, gray, pink, and white.
The case features a click-snap back class for easy installation, large cutouts for access to controls, and smooth edges that conform to the iPhone 3G. The clear screen protector is electrostatic and allows for full functionality. Read more
Posted on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iPhone 3G Telescope available
The 6x strap-on telescope was already available for the original iPhone. Now a Telescope lens is available also for the iPhone 3G.
This iPhone 3G accessory is not very cool, but it seems to work. You could also just get a decent digital camera, as the iPhone 3G camera still sucks.
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Posted on Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G Connectivity Issues, Steve Jobs responded?
The complaints about 3G connectivity issues still continue to make waves this week. MacRumors reports that one of their users claims to have received an email response from Steve Jobs to his complaints about his 3G connectivity issues on the iPhone.
The email says that there are bugs that affect 2% of the shipped iPhone 3G phones and that Apple works on a software update to fix them.
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Posted on Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:02:44 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G for Business available online at AT&T
AT&T has started to distribute the iPhone 3G to businesses. If your company has already a business contract you can directly order your iPhone 3G on the AT&T website.
If you plan to actually use the access corporate email, company intranet sites, or other business apps you need the Enterprise Data Plan for iPhone that costs $45/month. If you just check private mail then you only need the normal Data plan for $30/month.
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Posted on Sun, 17 Aug 2008 09:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Is there an Issue with 3G Reception on the iPhone 3G?
Reports of 3G reception issues in the United States with the iPhone 3G are making its rounds. Wired tries to dig deeper to see if there is an issue and whether it is with AT&T or with the Apple iPhone 3G phone.
The opinions of experts are pointing towards network issues, but some also consider the 3G chipset choice of Apple in the iPhone 3G as possibly the reason.
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Posted on Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G to be sold at Best Buy
In the United States the iPhone is only sold at AT&T and Apple Stores. Now Best Buy officially announced that they will carry the iPhone 3G and become the first independent reseller for the iPhone in the U.S. AppleInsider reported about this deal before it became official.
Best Buy will offer the iPhone 3G at 970 Best Buy stores in addition to 16 Best Buy Mobile specialty outlets beginning September 7th.
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Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:02:51 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Apple iPhone 3G gets Wideband VOIP
Spirit DSP announced today that its award-winning innovative TeamSpirit 3.0 voice engine mobile has enabled voice over Internet protocol applications on the new Apple iPhone 3G. The new voice over Internet protocol application technology promises to reduce the costs associated with using the iPhone 3G by allowing calls be placed over the Internet.
Spirit DSP says that its TeamSpirit voice engine mobile is designed to give application developers the tools needed to create wideband voice over Internet protocol applications for users of the iPhone 3G. That means that this technology is not voice over Internet protocol application itself, but enables developers to build their own voice over Internet protocol applications that can be offered via the Apple App Store. Read more
Posted on Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:01:11 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Mophie Battery Extender for iPhone 3G
The battery life of the new iPhone 3G is not the greatest, which creates an opportunity for accessory makers to offer battery extenders for the iPhone 3G.
Mophie offers the stylish looking juice pack 3G. The mophie juice pack 3G comes pre-charged and ready to go straight out of the package. The case of the Mophie juice pack 3G houses a rechargeable lithium polymer battery within an ergonomic, comfort-grip case with a soft-touch, non-slip finish.
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Posted on Tue, 5 Aug 2008 09:32:01 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
i-Smartphone Circuit Card promises to unlock iPhone 3G
Hong Kong based Gadget shop Brando just informed us that they now sell a small circuit card that supposedly unlocks the iPhone 3G and many other phones on the SIM card level.
The i-Smartphone 2008 sells for only $20.50. The thin-film card is put together with the SIM card you want to use the iPhone 3G on in the slot.
This sounds way too simple and low-cost that it is hard to believe that this would really unlock the iPhone 3G.
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Posted on Tue, 5 Aug 2008 05:41:51 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Softbank dramatically cuts monthly Fees for iPhone 3G in Japan
Softbank reduces the monthly fees for the iPhone 3G in Japan. Softbank says that they want to reach a broader customer base with the new much lower rates.
The new monthly fee is 2,990 yen (~$27). It was 7,280 yen (~$67) before, which means Softbank cut the price by over 50%. The price-cut stems mostly from a reduced price of the data flat rate.
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Posted on Tue, 5 Aug 2008 03:43:21 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G Production said to run red hot at Foxconn
We know that the demand for the iPhone 3G is huge. TechCrunch reports that their sources tell them that Foxconn is now producing 800,000 iPhone 3G units per week for Apple.
Foxconn's facilities would be running above capacity to achieve that output. Over the course of 12 months Apple would be producing 40 million iPhone 3G devices at that pace.
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Posted on Mon, 4 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Nullriver Netshare lets you use the iPhone 3G as Modem, if you can get it
Nullriver developed an interesting App for the iPhone 3G that enables users to setup the iPhone 3G as modem for Macs and other PCs.
The problem is to get a hand on a copy of Netshare as the App appears and disappears from the iTunes App Store.
Tethering is not supported officially by AT&T and other carriers, which makes the Netshare App a threat to the big guys.
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Posted on Sat, 2 Aug 2008 14:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
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