Apple is getting ready for the launch of iOS 5 today by first launching iCloud and now, launching the Find My Frinds app for iOS 5 devices.
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Unlocked UK iPhone 4S From Apple Now Shipping 1 – 2 Weeks
If you are in the UK and want an iPhone 4S direct from Apple to be delivered, there’s now a 1 – 2 week wait on pre-orders. We’re not sure how Apple [AAPL] has allocated stock between carriers and the company but it also doesn’t come as a surprise that demand is high.
Apple Announce the iPhone 4S – Release Date is October 14
After months of rumours and “leaked” details, Apple [AAPL] has now announced the new iPhone 4S. The release date for the new smartphone is the 14th October with pre-orders opening on the 7th.
Take a Look Inside the Apple Thunderbolt Display
iFixit has taken apart one of the new Apple Thunderbolt displays. This particular model is the 27 inch, 2560 x 1440 screen. The screen was relatively easy to open and once inside, it contained a surprise amount of chips allowing to speedily connect up via the Thunderbolt Port.
New iPhone and iPod touch SKUs Appear on the Apple Inventory
A few new Apple devices have appeared in the Apple inventory according to 9to5Mac. In total there are 2 new iPhone SKUs as well as 3 new iPod touch SKUs. Read on to see what they are.
iPhone 5 Launch Event to be Held at Apple Campus
When Apple [AAPL] announces a new iPhone or iPad, it holds the event in San Francisco. This time around it will be different though as Tim Cook will be holding the event on the Apple campus in Cupertino, California.
Apple Reducing Reliance on Samsung – Purchases Flash Memory from Japan
A report by Digitimes today indicates that Apple is moving away from a reliance of Samsung parts. In particular flash memory was mentioned. Over the last year it is believed that Samsung has supplied the majority of parts for the iPhone but due to a number of court cases happening around the world between the two companies it seems that Apple is moving away from the company.
More Hints At Apple Releasing iPhone 5 and iPhone 4-plus
The rumour of Apple releasing two new iPhone models in the next few weeks has surfaced again. We now hear reports from J.P.Morgan that suggests Apple [AAPL] will release an iPhone 5 as well as what it referes to as an iPhone 4-plus.
The iPhone 5 is expected to be the big launch here which is expected to have a complete redesign with rumours also hinting at a slightly larger screen and a metalic back with tapered edges.
The new iPhone 5 stands to be based on the iPad 2?s A5 processor or a newer A6 version. We also expect 1GB of RAM to increase memory access times. Other improvements are increased battery life due to advancement in battery technologies, the printed circuit board (PCB), the touch screen, and LCD power consumption metrics.
Leaked iPhone 5 Shot Reveals Apple A5 Processor
Some images leaked today reveal (perhaps confirm) that the iPhone 5 could have an Apple A5 processor. The shot doesn’t clarify which iPhone will get the chip as we’ve heard that both an iPhone 5 and iPhone 4plus could be made, but either way if the picture is real it does confirm a few things about the processor.
Apple Instructs Store Employees to Complete iCloud and iOS Training by End of September
A few weeks ago some details about internal training on iOS 5 and iCloud for retail staff were found. We now hear that Apple is instructing that employees complete this training by the end of September.
New Apple A6 and A7 Processors Could be Made by TSMC
At the moment, Apple gets iPhone and iPad processors from Samsung. This could be changing soon though to a company called TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company). Reports earlier this year hinted at TSMC being used by Apple and it seems that a contract has now been signed.
Apple Could Soon Allow Multiple Apple IDs to be Merged
Apple has had a policy for a while now that basically says that you cannot merge multiple Apple IDs. This is becoming a problem as various change this year have caused problems with users needing to log in with each ID. Back in July TUAW said:
Some readers have been managing two Apple IDs on purpose and are now frustrated about the fact that Apple is restricting logins for automatic downloads. Others have only just discovered that they have two IDs. Most of them have already contacted Apple, only to be given the same answer without exception: Apple will not consolidate Apple ID accounts.




