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Apple TV Jailbreak Video Demonstration

October 1, 2010 by Leave a Comment

It was confirmed a few days ago that the SHAttered tool can be used to jailbreak iOS 4.1 that is loaded on to the new generation Apple TV.

A video demonstration of this happening has now been uploaded to YouTube and shows a user logging in to the Apple TV and running commands as root.

SHAtter is a low level exploit that manages to break in to the Apple TV and other iOS 4.1 devices through a hardware issue. What this means is that Apple will not be able to patch the hole unless a new version with modified hardware ships. [Read more…]

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Apple TV Reviewed

September 30, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The Apple TV was reviewed by PC Mag recently. The new Apple TV allows you to stream media in to your home such as movies and TV shows.

The video review shows the interface and how everything works on the new service. In terms of how it works, it looks like the previous model. The speed of the interface is quick and playback of the demo films is also pretty much instant from what we can see.

Renting a movie also looks quick too in that you preview a video, click on a buy it button, enter your password and it sits for a few moments and then passes a message saying it is ready for download. [Read more…]

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Apple TV Teardown

September 30, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The next generation (2nd gen) Apple TV started shipping in the last few days. iFixit of course, managed to get it’s hands on one and has already taken it apart to see what exactly goes on inside.

The new Apple TV is far smaller than the original version that launched a few years ago. It runs iOS and is based around streaming content rather than storing content locally on internal memory.

Interesting information found about the Apple TV when tearing it down reveal that it has 256MB RAM just like the new iPod touch and iPad. The device also uses the same A4 processor package as is found in the iPad. [Read more…]

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Apple TV in UK Now Shipping

September 28, 2010 by 3 Comments

The Apple TV in the UK is also now shipping. Yesterday we reported that those in the US had started receiving emails about the Apple device shipping. Now the same information is being sent to customers in the UK who pre-ordered it.

As for arrival dates, the UK model shipped to Geeky Gadgets has a delivery date of October 4 which is this coming Monday. [Read more…]

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Apple TV Jailbreak Exploit

September 28, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The Apple TV runs iOS 4.1, and because of that it means it can be jailbroke although official tests haven’t been performed yet.

The developer of the SHatter exploit, @pod2g, managed to use the SHatter code to decrypt the keys.

It’s looking like SHAtter is going to be the gift that keeps on giving. Even though the new AppleTV isn’t yet in people’s homes, the firmware is available on Apple’s normal public distribution servers and SHAtter has been used to decrypt its keys! The main filesystem (“Mojave8M89.K66OS”) key for 018-8609-066.dmg is:

[Read more…]

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Apple TV Orders Begin Shipping

September 27, 2010 by 1 Comment

The Apple TV is beginning to ship according to a number of people who emailed Mac Rumors.

Yesterday, shipping information was changed to “Preparing for Shipment” and then shortly after that to “Shipped”. Indications reveal that the Apple TV for US customers will be arriving from Shenzhen China via Fedex. It is unclear at the moment if other countries will receive the new device from Shenzhen or from another location. [Read more…]

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Apple Patent Reveals New Camera System

September 24, 2010 by Leave a Comment

A new patent application has been filed by Apple [AAPL] that shows a new camera system.

The new camera system uses a new camera flash that is optimised based on what the subject of the scene is. By using a flash redirector, imaging sensors that sense conditions and a touchscreen, it aims to capture better pictures.

The system might be used to direct more light to the dark parts of a photo to more evenly light the scene. If a dark spot is seen on the touchscreen, you could just tap to illuminate the dark portion. [Read more…]

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Apple TV Preparing to Launch – Payments Taken

September 23, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Apple [AAPL] is beginning to take payments from those who pre-ordered the Apple TV when it was first announced at the beginning of this month.

What this means is that those who ordered right at the beginning can expect a delivery to arrive any day now.

The information comes from a buyer who emailed Engadget with a copy of the email sent from Apple saying that the charges were being taken. [Read more…]

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Apple to build CDMA iPhone in December

September 22, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Apple [AAPL] could start building the CDMA version of the iPhone 4 beginning in December this year. Apple Insider is reporting that the company will be getting 3 million of the said handsets ready for a launch in early 2011.

Analyst Jeffrey Fidacaro with Susquehanna Financial Group said in a note to investors on Wednesday that checks with overseas suppliers indicated Apple is prepared to build 3 million CDMA iPhones in December, keeping the device on track for an early 2011 launch. That would put total GSM and CDMA iPhone production for the quarter at between 21 million and 22 million.

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Apple Patent Reveals Accessory Transceiver for iPod

September 21, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Interesting information can be found whilst looking at patents filed. The latest we came across today comes from Apple [AAPL] that reveals plans for an accessory transceiver. The accessory transceiver could be used in the iPod touch which would effectively give it the ability to make phone calls and receive text messages.

It is believed that the device could act like the Peel case we wrote about a while back that you basically put your iPod inside to give it a mobile phone signal.

The device is not intended for just the iPod though and could potentially be used for the iPhone its self. You’re probably wondering at this point, why you’d want to add mobile phone functionality to a mobile phone… well, Apple also indicate that CDMA could be part of the device which would mean you could then use your iPhone on a different network to a GSM network. [Read more…]

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Apple Store App gets iOS 4 Updates Including Retina Support

September 20, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Apple [AAPL] has updated the Apple Store app in the app store. The latest update brings it more in line with the iPhone 4 and iPod touch in that it supports the Retina Display now.

As well as supporting the higher resolution screen, the app store app also supports iOS 4 quick-app-switching allowing you to jump in and out of the app when needed and carry on where you left off. [Read more…]

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Apple iPad 2 Release Date: End of Q1 2011 – Rumour

September 20, 2010 by 4 Comments

Another rumour is going around about the iPad 2 release date. We have heard previously that a new iPad will be launched in November this year, then it was December and now it is end of Q1 2011.

Most people expect that Apple [AAPL] will release the iPad 2 based on how the iPhone and iPod touch gets updated, which is generally yearly. This would make it an early April launch for the iPad 2 which means Digitimes isn’t that far out with it’s guess. [Read more…]

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