iPad News, Updates, App and Accessory Reviews
March 29th, 2010 at 1:46 PM EST
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Apple today posted a series of guided tours for the iPad, gearing up for the device’s launch in the U.S. later this week. The 11 guided tours cover basic features such as Safari, Mail, Photos, and iPod that should be familiar in at least basic concept to iPhone and iPod touch users. The iPad’s larger screen, however, has allowed Apple to enhance those applications for a richer user experience. Also included are tours of Videos, YouTube, and iTunes.
Read more: MacRumors.com
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March 29th, 2010 at 9:33 AM EST
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As we get closer to the iPad launch on April 3, speculation is growing over what iPad applications will be available on day one. Several blogs over the weekend obtained alleged screenshots of a variety of "upcoming" iPad applications including a Yahoo Entertainment app, FileMaker’s Bento, and the Omni Group’s Mac OS X sketching application Omigraffle. These reports follow last week’s revelation by Amazon it is developing Kindle e-book software for the iPad. The blog PadGadget also reported last week it had uncovered the titles of some iPad games that may be available by Saturday.
Read more: PCWorld.com
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March 29th, 2010 at 9:26 AM EST
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Build rates have increased, according to a report by Morgan Stanley’s chief Apple watcher
In a report to clients issued Monday — five days before the iPad goes on sale — Morgan Stanley’s Katy Huberty says Apple’s (AAPL) Asian suppliers have revised their shipping forecasts for the tablet computer, suggesting strong initial demand. Her key findings:
Read more: Fortune Brainstorm Tech
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March 29th, 2010 at 8:14 AM EST
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Online video provider Brightcove has announced that they will be officially supporting HTML5 video for their customers. Brightcove is the video platform for more than 1000 customers including high profile websites such as The New York Times and Time, Inc.
The move comes a week before the launch of the iPad which does not support Flash video which has traditionally been the vehicle for online video delivery.
Source: MacRumors.com
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March 29th, 2010 at 8:09 AM EST
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Source: WIRED.com
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March 28th, 2010 at 2:19 PM EST
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Source: TUAW.com
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