In Case You Missed It - There is always so much going on in the world of technology and Apple, that sometimes things fall between the cracks.
Here are a few stories I’d like to toss in your direction. New or old, just in case you happen to have missed them.
Apple Release a 128 GB iPad 4 with Retina Display
It was rumored and it came true this morning when Apple announced a 128 GB version of its fourth-generation iPad with Retina display. The wi-fi model costs $799, and wi-fi and LTE model costs $929. This model isn’t yet carried in stores, but will go on sale February 5th.
Apple Press Release [Link]
Apple Release iOS 6.1 Update for iOS
Apple finally, after a long wait, released iOS version 6.1 to eager owners of iOS devices. Here is a list of some of those changes…
- Brings more carrier support for 4G LTE
- Allows Siri to buy movie tickets using Fandango
- Returns the ability of iTunes Match subscribers to download individual songs from iCloud.
- Some minor changes to how passes are stored in Passbook
- The look of the lock screen music controls has been changed
- Safari security fixes
- New button to reset Advertising Identifier
- Apple TV now allows connectivity with BlueTooth Keyboards
- Apple TV Music.app now plays music purchases via iCloud, without iTunes Match subscription
Apple.com [Link]
Apple Announces Record Q1 2013 Results
On January 24th Apple announced its Q1 reults for this year and they were record breaking. Here is a quick run-down…
- 47.8 Million iPhones Sold
- 22.9 Million iPads Sold
- $54.5 Billion in net revenue and a massive $13.1 Billion in profit
TheiPadFan.com [Link]
Apple.com [Link]
Apple Announces Wi-Fi and Cellular Models of iPad mini and the 4th Gen Available in China
On Friday, January 18th, Apple will make available the Wi-Fi and Cellular models of the iPad mini and 4th Gen iPad in China. The wi-fi only versions of the tablet have already proven to be hot sellers in China, with the iPad mini selling faster than supply can keep up.
Apple.com [Link]