It seems really crazy to be talking — or even thinking about — the iPad 3, but here we are.
iTunes
∞ iTunes 10 billion app winner hangs up on Apple
I hate telemarketing calls. They always say that I’ve won some great prize and then try to suck you into buying something. It seems I’m not the only one that finds this aggravating.
∞ The Beatles on iTunes – 5 million songs, 1 million albums sold so far
Many music fans finally got what they were asking for in November, 2010 when Apple announced that the music of the Beatles was now available for purchase from the iTunes Store. It’s a tribute to the band’s enduring popularity that … Continued
∞ App Store closes in on 10 billion downloads
Apple has announced that its iOS App Store is closing in on 10 billion downloads. To celebrate, Apple will be giving away a $10,000 iTunes Gift Card to the lucky customer who downloads the 10 billionth app.
∞ Opinion: Hey, pundits: the Mac App Store isn't for you
Within the first 24 hours of the Mac App Store’s public existence, there have already been thousands of words posted on the blogosphere about it – tech pundits dissecting and examining it, finding it lacking, hating it, loving it, whatever. … Continued
∞ Apple patent shows Ping-like social networking for retail stores
If you’ve ever wanted to share your shopping experiences using your iPhone, Apple may soon have a solution for you.
∞ iPhone 4, Ping on CNN's 'fails' of 2010
CNN just published its list of the top 10 biggest technology failures of 2010 — topping the list is the iPhone 4.
∞ Apple expects to sell one millionth new Apple TV this week
It appears that the Apple TV is a “hobby” no longer. Apple announced Tuesday that it expects sales of its recently redesigned Apple TV to top one million units later this week.
∞ Doctor Who game comes to iTunes Store
Doctor Who, the legendary sci-fi TV series from Britain, has spawned a video game for the iPhone and iPad that’s now available in the iTunes Store. Doctor Who: The Mazes of Time is available in iPhone/iPod touch and iPad versions … Continued
∞ Apple releases iTunes 10.1.1
Apple on Wednesday updated iTunes, fixing several bugs in the application.
∞ Apple, publishers still at odds over magazine subscription details
Apple and magazine publishers still can’t agree on terms to get magazine subscriptions in the App Store.
∞ The Beatles sell 2 million songs, 450,000 albums in one week
The Beatles have been on iTunes for a week now and according to record company EMI and Apple, sales have gone pretty well so far.
∞ All 17 Beatles albums in iTunes Top 55
Whether you agree with the hype surrounding the introduction of The Beatles or not, there is no denying the impact the band has on music and the iTunes charts.
∞ Apple has Beatles exclusive until 2011
Apple launched the Beatles on iTunes Tuesday, but the company this afternoon answered another question about band’s music — the exclusivity of the deal with Apple.
∞ The Beatles are on iTunes, but do we care?
After hyping the arrival of something “that you’ll never forget” on iTunes, Apple on Tuesday released the entire Beatles catalog. The thing is, not many people seem to care.
∞ The Beatles arrive on iTunes
As expected, Apple on Tuesday released the Beatles catalog on iTunes, which includes album, song and videos.
∞ Report: The Beatles coming to iTunes on Tuesday
A report on WSJ.com late Monday says Apple’s secret iTunes announcement on Tuesday will be unveiling of the Beatles catalog.
∞ Apple activates iTunes Ping on the iPad
Late last week, Apple activated its Ping social networking service for users of its iPad device.
∞ Apple hints at big iTunes announcement Tuesday
Apple is planning … well, something.
∞ Apple releases iTunes 10.1
Apple on Friday released iTunes 10.1, available for download through the Software Update system preference and from Apple’s Web site.
∞ Apple integrates Twitter into Ping
Apple and Twitter have teamed up to allow users of Apple’s Ping social networking service to share items between iTunes and your Twitter feed.
∞ Apple confirms 90 second song samples coming to iTunes
Longer song samples are on the way to iTunes, according to a new report late Tuesday.
∞ Report: Apple in talks for iTunes music subscriptions
Stories of Apple negotiating with major music labels to bring a subscription service to iTunes are almost as old as iTunes itself. A new report on Friday says those talks are still ongoing.
∞ Gruber on changes to the App Store policies
Apple took a huge step today by changing some of the policies governing the way developers create apps for the iOS. Apple also published guidelines for the review process of apps, making it easier for developers to know exactly what … Continued
∞ Review: iPod nano is the big winner
Apple revamped its entire iPod line-up at its September event last week, but for me, the biggest winner is the iPod nano.
∞ Review: iPod touch is a gaming platform and so much more
The iPod touch literally has it all. This is Apple’s flagship iPod and is the top-selling device in the company’s arsenal — with good reason.
∞ Review: iPod shuffle gives you a great mix
The redesigned iPod shuffle is quite different from its predecessor, and the addition of buttons on the face make it much easier to use. With VoiceOver, you have a great mix of navigating using the buttons and voice.
∞ iTunes Ping ignores independent artists
Apple has done a lot to promote music from all genres over the past 10 years, but its latest service leaves independent artists out in the cold.
∞ Apple met expectations and more at its September event
Expectations ran high before Apple’s annual music event in San Francisco, but trying to determine if the company met those expectations isn’t as easy as it seems. I spoke with a number of analysts to get their thoughts on Apple’s … Continued
∞ Apple TV: A first step in a long-term strategy
The new Apple TV is an impressive device that is much smaller than its predecessor and only streams content, instead of playing from an internal hard drive. Whether you like the new device or not, it’s important to remember that … Continued