Monthly Archives: October 2010
AppView: PriceSpy NZ
PriceSpy – Handheld knowledge
Are you in a store and have found a product that interests you?
With your iPhone, scan the barcode¹, or enter the product name, and the PriceSpy app gives you:…
Competition: Win a free copy of Aura by Sygic (Updated – new way to enter)
A couple of weeks back, we took a look at Sygic Aura Australia & New Zealand, the next generation turn-by-turn GPS navigation app. Now, the good people at Sygic have kindly given us a redemption code for a free copy worth $64.99, and it’s yours for the taking. All you have to do is like our Facebook page, then post a video of yourself telling us why you deserve to win. Keep reading for the full details.
UPDATE: Wow, you guys are really camera shy! OK… you can now enter the competition in words instead of via video.…
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Posted in All, iPad, iPhone, Other News
Ask iPhonewzealand: How much will FaceTime cost to use over 3G?
FaceTime, FaceTime, FaceTime! Unless you have just moved to Earth from outer space you will know that this is Apple’s new video calling service. Compatible FaceTime devices thus far are the iPhone 4, the iPod touch 4th Gen and (as of last week) any Mac with a camera running Snow Leopard.
Aside from the odd launch hiccup and Mac security bug which has now been fixed, we at iPhonewzealand could not be more impressed with FaceTime. The only downside is talking to people with FaceTime uses data, but how much does it use? and what is a call going to cost you to make or receive? Carry on reading to find out.…
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All trace of white iPhone 4 vanishes from Apple Store
Has the white iPhone 4 really been delayed… or has it gone forever? The online Apple Store has been tweaked this morning to remove all reference to the white model as the screenshot above shows. Previously, the white iPhone 4 was shown but a notice made it clear it was currently unavailable for purchase. Make of it what you will, but clearly Cupertino would rather you just ditch the great white hope altogether for now and go black.…
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MPs banned from using iPads and iPhones because they could “bring viruses to the network.”
No matter what you think of politicians, it would seem that at least a few of them are trying to work smarter by using iPhones and iPads to help them streamline their schedules and clear their busy in-boxes. But according to a NZPA story published on stuff.co.nz today, a spectacular misunderstanding of the technology has caused these MPs to be locked out of the parliamentary LAN.…
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White iPhone 4 delayed until 2011
If you’re waiting for the white iPhone 4, it might just be time to reconsider how long you’re prepared to wait. Originally slated to go on sale at the same time as the black model and then delayed several times due to unconfirmed reasons, Reuters are now reporting that Apple have ruled out a release prior to Spring ’11 (Autumn ’11 in the southern hemisphere). An Apple spokesperson is quoted with an apology for disappointed customers, so it sounds like they have their facts straight. Are you waiting? What do you plan to do now? Hit us up in the comments.…
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AppView: Perimeter
The Perimeter app is an easy way to calculate the area of your block, backyard, local park or a field. Simply start the app, walk around the perimeter of the area, drop markers on the corners and press the calculate button.…
Read MoreChristchurch to host iOS Developer Confrence
Jade Software in Christchurch are organising what could be NZ’s first BarCamp style iOS developer conference. With the rapid growth of the the iPhone and iPad development community in New Zealand now is a great time get on board and a chance for you to share your passion and connect with other like-minded kiwi devs. Keep reading for more info.…
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iOS 4.1 Security bug allows you to make calls and more [Video]
It has been revealed today by 9To5Mac that there is is a a security bug / flaw in iOS 4.1 that allows you to access someone’s personal information on their device even when they have Passcode Lock activated. Keep reading to find out more and see it in action.…
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Free iPad engraving now available via the NZ Apple Store
If you’re thinking of buying an iPad for a loved one this Christmas season then you may be interested to know that Apple have fired up their engraving machine and are now offering the addition of a free personalised message permanently enscribed into the back of your purchase when you purchase via the online Apple Store. …
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Privacy and security issues highlight why FaceTime now needs an approval system
After today’s Back to the Mac event the first thing that any self-respecting Mac owner did was go and download the beta of FaceTime. I did, and I have to say it is fantastic. So simple to set up and use that literally anyone could do it (including your computer illiterate inlaws), however whilst Steve and I were discussing how great it was we realised there are a couple of fatal flaws that *could* keep users away… privacy and security.…
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Roundup: Apple’s Back to the Mac event brings iOS and OS X closer together
We weren’t going to post about Apple’s Back to the Mac event, assuming it would be irrelevant to iOS devices… we were wrong! Like never before, Apple are converging their two platforms to bring the user experiences and capabilities closer together. FaceTime for Mac launches today in beta form (yay!), iLife ’11 goes on sale today with a new version of iPhoto that very closely resembles the Photos app on iPad, and an App Store for Mac with the same one-click-install and home screen icons as iOS is coming within the next 90 days. Keep reading for the details.…
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First Look: My account for iPhone – By Vodafone
You may not be aware of this but Vodafone have released a number of apps including Fieldays NZ 2010 and the Vodafone NZ Music Awards app. Well yesterday Vodafone released their latest app ‘My Account for iPhone‘ to “help keep track of your Vodafone account details on the go”. Continue reading to find out more about what this app can do for you……
Read MoreAppView: PriceMe for iPhone
This application provides on the go access to the PriceMe Ltd service (also available via www.priceme.co.nz or www.priceme.net.au) that allows you to search for products and compare retailers and prices for the products.
This covers retailers based in New Zealand or Australia, and covers various categories including electronics, automotive, entertainment, appliances, cloths, wines and spirits and many more.…
Read MoreAccessory review: Kensington Dash Mount
My iPhone 4 is my car’s best friend. It’s my music source, my hands-free phone, and my GPS unit. But it’s none of these things without a suitable windshield or dashboard mount. After getting through two generic Chinese knock-off windshield mounts that I had gambled on (they were cheap) and lost, I realised it was time to spend some money on a ‘real’ car solution. I ultimately chose the Kensington Dash Mount from MacSense, but how does it stack up? …
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Kiwi App Review: Stuff for iPad and iPhone
Yes, the headline is true: Fairfax has finally joined the growing throng of Kiwi media outlets to embrace the iOS platform with an official Stuff app for iPhone and iPad. Having just been approved by Apple, the app will hit the store tomorrow morning (19/10/10), but we were lucky enough to have grabbed a sneak preview of the final release and we’re going to share the details with you right here. …
Read MoreAppView: My account for iPhone
Now you can keep track of your Vodafone account details on the go!
Get your current balance, check out how many TXTs and minutes you have left (On Account), top-up up or make a payment.
You can also check out your calling rates – even when you’re roaming overseas. All this and more, to keep you in control.
We’ll be taking a look at this app shortly.…
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