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Sky News for iPad – Another News App Hides Behind the Paywall

Oliver Haslam ∙ Updated November 13, 2019

BSkyB's Sky News iPad app has been so well received by both users and industry pundits alike that the company has now taken the decision to put the app's content behind a paywall, removing the free content that has been available since the app's release.

The move had been planned, according to Pocket-Lint, and now the app's 500,000 users will have to pay £4.99 a month to continue using the app, unless they happen to be a Sky Television subscriber, in which case the app will continue to be free...

UK City Council to Buy iPads For 22 Garbage Trucks

Oliver Haslam ∙ Updated April 3, 2018

Every so often a story comes along that requires a second read. This story took three or four.

If we're fully understanding this, and we fear we might be, the council of one UK town is set to spend £9000 ($14,680) on iPads. iPads for what you ask?

iPads for garbage trucks. Yeah, really...

Shopping Carts in the UK Are Getting Fancy iPad Docks

Oliver Haslam ∙ August 31, 2011

Sainsbury's, one of the UK's largest supermarket chains, is getting ready to bring a rather unique shopping trolley to some of its stores, according to Pocket-Lint.

The fancy new way of carting your goods around will sport an iPad holder, speakers, and a fancy new 'collision detection system' when it appears in stores. The new cart and is part of a deal with the satellite television company, Sky...

iPads Beginning to Infiltrate UK Schools

Oliver Haslam ∙ Updated November 13, 2019

Apple's iPad is starting to pop up in all kinds of places, from American Football clubs, to schools. Now, iPads are beginning to infiltrate schools in the UK.

According to The Telegraph, Longfield Academy in Kent is offering pupils the chance to use iPads during the coming school year, beginning in September. The move will see pupils using iPads as interactive learning tools, with tech support provided by the school itself...

Facebook Messenger Receives an Update, Still Not Available Internationally

Oliver Haslam ∙ August 26, 2011

Facebook Messenger has received an update in the App Store, bringing the version number up to 1.0.2.

The update offers minor changes, according to the release notes, but it is recommended that all users download the update as soon as possible due to some bug fixes. No major new features have been added to the app.

International Facebook users are still out of luck, with the social network once again deciding to keep the app a US-only affair...

Apple Wins in Dutch Court, Blocks Samsung Phone Shipments

Cody Lee ∙ Updated June 29, 2018

The Apple-Samsung lawsuit has been grabbing headlines left and right over the last few months. The action has especially heated up over the past few days, as Samsung tried to prove to a Dutch court that it's not copying Apple's products.

But even with their Kubrick evidence, the judge found the Korean company to be in violation of Apple's patents. The ruling bans Samsung from selling several devices, including the Galaxy S and Galaxy S II, in the European Union...

Forget About the Android v.s. iPhone War, Look Out for the South Korean OS

Oliver Haslam ∙ Updated April 3, 2018

There may be a new mobile operating system on the block soon, if the South Korean government gets its way, says TNW.

Citing Yonhap News, TNW reports that Kim Jae-hong, a deputy minister from the Ministry of Knowledge Economy said that the country will look into a new open-source operating system after Google made the unexpected move of buying Motorola Mobility for a staggering $12.5 billion...

iPhone 5 Battery, Camera Lens, Audio Flex Cable Allegedly Leaked

Alex Heath ∙ Updated January 24, 2016

As we get closer to the iPhone 5's release in September/October, expect part leaks to start flying off supply chains overseas. This report is no exception, with an overseas iPhone parts supplier called TVC Mall leaking several alleged components of the iPhone 5.

A total of 5 parts have been leaked, including the iPhone 5's battery, rear camera lens and headphone/earphone audio flex cable...

Apple Adds Earthquake Early Warning System to iOS 5 For Japanese Users

Oliver Haslam ∙ August 22, 2011

With Japan still recovering from the devastating earthquakes and subsequent tsunami of earlier this year, early warning systems are very much of use to those living in the country. Japan is one of the countries most at risk when it comes to earthquakes, and anything that can help save lives is obviously priceless.

According to 9to5 Mac, Apple is now doing its part to help the warn its users of impending earthquakes, by adding a new setting to the upcoming iOS 5, which is due to be released to the public some time next month...

Apple Looking to Score 15 Million Tablet Deal With Turkish Schools

Cody Lee ∙ August 22, 2011

Word on the street is that the Turkish government is looking to place an order for 15 million tablets over the next three years. The educational project, known as FATIH, aims to put slates in over 40,000 Turkish schools.

So, who is the lucky company that gets to fullfil the estimated $1.7 billion dollar order? The Next Web is reporting that both Microsoft and Apple have been approached regarding the deal...

How to Download US-Only Free App Store Apps From Outside of the US

Guest Author ∙ August 21, 2011

If you live outside of the United States, chances are you occasionally run across an app in the App Store that you want, but can't download due to its unavailability in your country. For the most part, apps are always available in the US, but some international channels tend to be lacking.

If you'd like to be able to download free — not paid — US-only apps from the App Store from another country, we'll show you how...

Court Lifts Ban on Samsung Galaxy Tab Sales in Europe Due to Falsified Evidence in Apple’s Case

Alex Heath ∙ Updated November 13, 2019

Apple recently won a preliminary injunction case in Europe banning the sales of Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1. Based on a case of infringed intellectual property, Apple was able to convince the court that Samsung's tablet copied the design of the iPad too closely, and Apple requested a block of all sales in the European Union until the case could be further investigated.

It looks like Apple doesn't mind playing a little dirty. A report has surfaced that Apple could have allegedly tampered with and falsified evidence against the Samsung Galaxy Tab, and the ban on the tablet's sales has been lifted in Europe while the court investigates.