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iPhone 4S now available for pre-order
The iPhone 4S is available for pre-order right now via the Apple Store website. At the time of writing this, the shipping time is 1-2 weeks so the question is… pre-order and wait for it to be delivered, or risk another potentially shambolic retail launch on the 11th? What are you going to do? Share in the comments.
UPDATE: As pointed out by a lot of readers, Telecom’s website briefly showed an ‘iPhone’ link this morning, and then went away again. See screen shot below. There is speculation that this could mean Telecom are getting it, but it could just as easily mean that Telecom are going to offer some ‘bring your iPhone to XT’ deals like it has in the past.…
Read MoreiPhone 4S launches in New Zealand November 11th, pre-orders open Friday
After a short but agonising wait, Apple has confirmed this morning that the iPhone 4S will launch in New Zealand on November 11th with pre-orders opening November 4th. Pricing has also been confirmed with the 16GB model priced at $1,049, the 32GB model at $1,199 and the 64GB at $1,349. Keep reading for the full press release.…
Read MoreFix Your iOS5 APN Issues Via Wi-Fi
By now most of you with iOS devices will have managed to update to the new version and will be enjoying it without issue. However some of you are experiencing the APN horror story.
Fear not there is a way to fix it!
Update: MMS and mobile data switch…
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Posted in 2degrees, All, Digital Island, iPad, iPhone, Telecom XT, Vodafone
The floodgates are open: Apple launch a barrage of updates and new apps
I hope your broadband data cap is in good standing, because it won’t be by the end of the day! As well as the long-awaited iOS 5, Apple have released a barrage of updates for both Mac and iOS apps as well as launched some brand new ones. Keep reading for a summary of what’s new.…
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Posted in All, Apple TV, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
iOS 5 available now…Go Go Go!!
Finally the day has come… iOS 5 is available for the general population to download. The update is available now via iTunes for iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod touch 3rd and 4th gen, iPad, iPad 2, and Apple TV 2.
There’s a whole raft of new features (over 200 of them), too many for us to go through, but below is a list of the main ones (via Apple). We thought we’d leave it up to you guys to tell us what you think, what you’ve found, what you like and what you dislike. So hit the comments below and let us know what you think of the new features and what’s your favourite.…
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Posted in All, Apple TV, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
iTunes in the cloud now available from New Zealand store
Amongst other updates that are coming with iCloud, Apple has quietly updated the iTunes Store on iOS 5 to now allow for iTunes in the Cloud, meaning the music you purchase in iTunes appears automatically on all your devices and you can also download your past iTunes purchases.
It needs to be activated by going to “Settings >> Store” and then you will see that under Automatic downloads there is now a Music option. This will likely already be there once you download iOS 5 if you are not a dev and don’t currently have it. Once you have done that you will see purchases in the iTunes app and you will be able to download your pas purchases.
Unfortunately iTunes Match is still only available for U.S account holders. Image gallery after the break…
Hat tip to JarrodM for the heads up…
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Posted in All, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Other News
iTunes 10.5 now available
iTunes 10.5 is now out of beta and available to download. It seems a bit hit-and-miss as to whether it will pop up on Software Update but going to itunes.com seems to be the best source. The download weighs in at 103MB and you should grab it now in preparation for iOS 5 and all the goodness that has to offer. Enjoy!…
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Posted in All, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Other News
Facebook for iPad available now
Yes that’s right folks, Facebook have finally released their app for the iPad and it’s available at the link below. They have also issued an update to the iPhone app and from our initial look at it, it’s a pretty nice update with a whole new interface. Hit the download link below (it’s universal) and get your ‘Like’ on.…
Read MoreToday’s iPhone 4S announcement and what it means for New Zealand
After all the hype and the months of insufferable wild speculation, it pains me to say that if today’s announcement could be summed up in a word it would be: yawn. This will certainly go down in history as one of the least exciting iPhone keynotes (in my opinion at least), but for New Zealand in particular there is even less to be excited about. Why? Keep reading.…
Read MoreIn case you hadn’t heard, iOS 5 GM 9A334 is available now
I know, I know… we are late to the party, but iOS 5 GM 9A334 is now available for download from the dev site.
Let us know what you find in the comments.…
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Posted in All, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
Reminder: Tomorrow is iPhone announcement day. Give us your predictions!
No doubt about it, the past few months have been ridiculous in terms of rumour and speculation surrounding the next generation iPhone. Thankfully, we don’t have to put up with it much longer because tomorrow morning at 6am NZT Apple will be unveiling the real thing on home turf in Cupertino, California. Unfortunately, it won’t be possible for us to live blog the event this time but all the usual iPhone blogs such as TUAW, 9to5Mac, The Loop and This is my next will be, so if you’re getting up early head to your site of choice and get ready to refresh like you’ve never refreshed before. We’ll provide a wrap-up later in the day with any New Zealand-specific news, should any materialise.
Will we see a slightly tweaked iPhone 4 revealed as the iPhone 4S? Or will the tear-drop shaped iPhone 5 debut? Maybe 2degrees or Telecom will become official carriers, or Vodafone will actually hold a launch party? Share your thoughts in the comments!…
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Posted in All, iPhone, Other News
App Review: MetroView NZ City GPS Navigation
We have reviewed a number of turn-by-turn GPS apps previously, but with the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand another big GPS Location provider has landed on our iDevices. MetroView NZ City GPS Navigation has been released into the wild to help fans get around, so how does it shape up?…
Read MoreApple to hold iPhone event October 4th (US time)
Finally, after months of rumour, we have a date! As reported by The Loop, Apple has begun sending out media invites for an iPhone event to be held at the company’s Cupertino headquarters on October 4th (October 5th in NZ). The invite specifically says “Let’s Talk iPhone” so there seems little doubt that next generation of the device will be unveiled. Other than that, details remain under wraps as per usual. So, what are your predictions? iPhone 4S? iPhone 5? Both? Hit the comments!…
Read MoreiPad 2 – Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + 3G?
While standing in the checkout queue of my favourite Apple reseller a few weeks ago, I found myself helping a young lady decide which iPad 2 option was most appropriate for her needs. She was specifically interested in the cheaper Wi-Fi only version and asked about the ease and reliability of tethering to her iPhone 4. I’m not sure which option she eventually chose, but I remember grappling with the decision myself before selecting my own iPad 2 and figured that what I’ve learned since may be of help to others.…
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Posted in All, iPad, iPhone, Other News, Reviews
Kiwi App Preview: TradeKiwi Photo Uploader
A few weeks ago I reviewed the new iteration of the official Trademe app. As you may recall, I gave it very good marks overall, but did cite some missing features. One of the features that went unmentioned was the ability to combine multiple photos and upload them to your account. So unless you could use Photoshop you were in for multiple picture fees.
However, stress not! There is an app for that, at least there will be soon, thanks to Chewy Applications. Let’s take an exclusive look at TradeKiwi which will hit the marketplace soon.…
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Posted in iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Reviews
AppView: Official All Blacks App 2011 v.3.0
The latest version of the Official All Blacks App contains the following great features:
· ‘PLAY-BY-PLAY’ live scoring and commentary for ALL competitions including the Rugby World Cup 2011
· FIXTURES for All Blacks, ITM Cup and Super Rugby tournaments
· BREAKING NEWS 24 hours a day for everything Rugby Union
· VIDEOS from the NZRU for all things All Blacks and NZ Rugby
· HISTORICAL Match statistics, commentary and scores
· TEAM line ups and announcements
· PLAYER PROFILES for your All Blacks
Finally the next generation of iPhone App the fans of the hallowed black jersey have been waiting for.
Fans around the world of the mighty All Blacks can stay up to date with the team twenty four hours a day with the Official All Blacks iPhone Application 2011.
Stay up to date with the latest news, watch the results come in, follow the play-by-play’ commentary as it happens, know the team line ups as they are announced and have access to the latest fixture lists and results wherever you are and whatever you are doing.
Full of essential information the Official All Blacks Application with a clean new look and a super fast Match Centre.
We will be regularly updating with great new features and content so make sure you check back regularly for even more reasons to use the Official All Blacks application.
This is an essential application for any fan of the All Blacks.
Go to allblacks.com
Price: $2.59
– Official All Blacks App 2011 v.3.0…
Having issues with your APN settings under iOS 5 beta 7? Here’s a work around:
It would seem that Apple have removed the ability to change the APN settings in iOS 5 beta 7 for non-official carriers. Hopefully this is just an oversight in this beta and it will be fixed before the GM is released (if not it could leave a lot of users out in the cold). Personally I believe it is a bug as Apple sell the iPhone to use on “the carrier of your choice” when buying from the online store, so they are surely required to make sure you can use it properly (hence the reason it was allowed in the past).
In the meantime if you need to change your APN or it has stopped working here’s how you can do it (it requires you to have a Vodafone SIM or other “official carrier” SIM):
Update: Video below..…
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