Tag Archives: iPad
iPad 2 launch in NZ: how will it play out? [poll]
So here’s a question we have been asking ourselves over the last few days: how will the iPad 2 launch play out here in New Zealand? We have seen in the past some massive fails in terms of Apple launches but will the iPad 2 follow in the same vein or will we actually feel wanted by Apple? Keep reading for our thoughts on how it could work.…
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iTunes Home Sharing to iOS 4.3 Devices
One of the little gems found in this weeks GM seed of iOS 4.3 and iTunes 10.2 is the ability to share your entire iTunes library to any iOS device on your local network. This is a welcome feature indeed, but how does it work and how does it perform? Carry on reading to find out.…
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FTW: Apple confirms $100 refund for original iPad
Much like the company did when it suddenly dropped the price of its original iPhone, Apple is giving $100 back to those who purchased an iPad up to a fortnight before the March 2nd unveiling of the iPad 2. If our math is correct, that makes February 16th the cutoff date, and it’s being reported that those in the US will see $100 placed back on their credit card, while those overseas will get £100 / €100 back in their pocket. If you’ve suddenly found yourself in this pool, you’ll need to head back to a brick-and-mortar location with your receipt to get the refund processed, or if you ordered online, you’ll need to call Apple’s 1-800 number and use your smoothest late-night voice when asking nicely for your Benjamin back. Godspeed.
via Apple confirms $100 refund for those who recently purchased an original iPad — Engadget.…
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iPad 2 offers capability parity between Vodafone and XT
Well look what we found in the tech specs. It turns out the new iPad 2 is going to bring the big red and the big blue into parallel on their networks. Why? Quad Band 3G.…
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Posted in All, iPad, Telecom XT, Vodafone
iPad 2 – the roundup (inc. gallery and videos)
Wow what a morning. We knew the iPad 2 was going to be good and I have to say that I am not disappointed. With only two things missing (they had to hold something back for the iPad 3) this is the round-up of the iPad 2! Oh and there’s a gallery for your viewing pleasure below. Enjoy!…
Read MoreiPad 1 on *sale* now
Yep, as expected the Apple Store just came back up and with that the iPad 1 has had a price reduction. So if for some unknown reason you aren’t interested in waiting for the iPad 2 hit up the Apple store for an iPad 1 now!
Old and new prices are shown below:…
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Live from Apple’s iPad 2 event 7am 3/3/2011
Well here we are… the eve of Apple’s latest and greatest event. Unfortunately we are unable to be there, however we will be live re-blogging the event as it happens from Engadget, TUAW and Gizmodo. We know there is going to be a new iPad, what it will include and what else they may announce (The iCloud, free MobileMe?) is anyone’s guess but tune in to this post at 7am NZDT 3/3/11 to find out.
…And we’re live! The liveblog and comments will auto-refresh. Enjoy!…
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iPad 2 coming – Rumour Roundup [Poll]
Hi All, My name is Chris and I am Dan’s brother. I am going to be writing posts on the site whilst Dan and Steve are unable to. I am based in the UK, but previously lived in Seattle (hence the username). I, much like Dan, am hooked on Apple and keep my ear to the ground for the latest news. I will not be doing loads of posts, just some to fill the void and don’t worry I’ll be keeping them as relevant to New Zealand as always. My thoughts and prayers are with all that have been affected by the quake, we can only imagine how hard these times are for you. Be strong New Zealand.
OK with the intro over, on to the iPad 2! I thought I’d do a rumour roundup ahead of tomorrows press event and run a poll to see what you think we’ll see.…
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It’s on: iPad 2 event confirmed for March 2nd (3rd for NZ)
Apple have begun sending out invites for an event scheduled for March 2nd, and here’s a copy of the one received by Engadget. The graphic on the invite features a Calendar app icon where the focus is clearly on the number ’2′, and a peel-away in the corner reveals an iPad. The text on the graphic reads ‘Come see what 2011 will be the year of’, obviously referring to the fact that 2010 was quite widely accepted as the year of the iPad (1) as far as tech goes. My only hope is that the convention of renaming the device year-upon-year as has happened with the iPhone doesn’t happen with the iPad and that it remains as simply ’iPad’, as is the case for almost all other Apple products. Actually, who am I kidding: my real only hope is that our invitation is in the post!
PS: We’re still not back in full swing, but as I’m lead here not sleeping (again) I simply couldn’t ignore posting this. Stay strong, Canterbury. …
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Refurbished iPads hit the NZ Apple Store
Look — we’re not about to recommend that anyone go out and buy a current-generation iPad right now with the much-speculated iPad 2 just around the corner, but if you’ve been thinking of buying an iPad, are happy with the current feature-set and don’t care that the new, camera-toting models are most likely just a few months away, then the online Apple Store might have the deal you’ve been holding out for. Keep reading for the details.…
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iPad as sole means of mobile communication: is it possible?
A question I get asked a lot and I’m sure some of you will have been asked, too, is “why do you need an iPhone and an iPad?” The honest answer (although rarely admitted) is you don’t need both… you just want them both.
Recently I have been considering saying goodbye to my iPhone 4 and once released later this year using a 64gb WiFi 3G iPad 2 as my sole means of communication. No this is not an early April fools’ and yes, you did read that correctly: goodbye, iPhone 4.
I realise the stage I have chosen to propose ditching the iPhone 4 on could have been better. Proposing this to iPhone enthusiasts on an iPhone blog isn’t going to be an easy sell but before you judge me and shout blasphemy carry on reading to find out why.
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Opera mini coming to iPad, cool if 3rd party browsers float your boat
If third party browsers float your boat then you’ll be pleased to hear that Opera have announced that their highly successful mobile browser, Opera Mini, will be coming to iPad. In the press release they confirmed that they’ll be bringing it to multiple platforms saying “At Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, new versions of the Opera Mini browser on Android, iPhone, J2ME, BlackBerry, Symbian and even the iPad will appear.” As of yet there is no date, they will only be showing them at MWC.
I’ve often wondered how well 3rd party browsers sell for iOS. Keep reading to find out more and my thoughts on 3rd party browsers.…
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Posted in All, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
The iPad App Store now helps you find apps you’ve already bought
The iPad App Store has recently undergone some changes allowing you to apply filters to searches. We didn’t post about those here at iPhonewzealand, but a lot of other tech blogs did. Last night, however, I discovered that with these changes has come another brand new feature for the iPad’s App Store: if you have previously bought an app but don’t currently have it installed on your device, the purchase button will now say ‘Install’ for that app, rather than its price. How is this helpful? Keep reading.…
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Kiwi App Review: Domino’s Pizza app emerges fresh from the oven
Mmmmm, pizza! There’s nothing quite like it to slay a raging hunger, and there’s nothing more convenient than ordering it from home and having it delivered to your door. Until now, trying to place such an order on an iPhone or iPad has been a frustrating experience due mainly to an unhealthy reliance on Adobe Flash. Pizza Hut’s website is built entirely on Flash and visiting it from an iPhone or iPad results in nothing but a blank screen – not even a courtesy ‘Sorry, we do not currently support your device’ message. Domino’s Pizza’s website does have an HTML version of their online ordering service, however it’s clunky and slow. Luckily the company have just launched their iPhone ordering app here in NZ, so if you’re hungry to learn more stick with me and we’ll take a look.…
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Chopper 2 Wireless controller now available
So if you’ve got Chopper 2 on your iPhone, iPad, and or Mac then you’ll know by now how cool the game is. You’ll also know that you can control the game that’s installed on your iPad or Mac with your iPhone by using the built in ‘Remote’ option.
Well now you can get a stand alone app to contol the game from your iPhone or iPad on your Mac. This is great for two reasons. Firstly if you have bought it for your Mac don’t really fancy shelling out for another copy for your iOS device (cheapskate) then you can install the remote for free. Secondly you now don’t have to go through the game interface to control your chopper on your Mac or other device. You just fire up the wireless controller app and you are away.…
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Parliamentary Services finally trialling access to iPhones and iPads
After initially banning the use of iOS devices in parliament due to somewhat questionable logic, it would seem that the Parliamentary Service have finally seen sense and is now carrying out a trial allowing access to iPhones and iPads according to a report on stuff.co.nz this morning.…
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iOS SDK 4.3 beta for iPhone, iPad, iPod and Apple TV out now
Hot off the heels of the release of the Verizon iPhone and it’s 4.2.5 firmware Apple have released the beta for iOS 4.3.
If you’re a registered iOS developer head on over to the developer centre and start you’re downloads. Keep reading to see what’s in store.…
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