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Viral Video Star 'Sweet Brown' Is Suing Apple [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 11:59:10 +0000

Viral Video Star Kimberly Wilkins, aka Sweet Brown, is suing Apple because a song on iTunes uses the sample, "Ain't Nobody Got Time For That." The artist/producer allegedly did not get her permission to use the sample, and now Wilkins wants to be compensated.

Apple Sold Out Of The iPhone 5 In One Hour

DJ Digital — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 18:44:21 +0000

Apple announced the released the latest and greatest in their iPhone line earlier this week. The iPhone 5 was set to hit stores on September 21, but if you didn't lock in your pre-order, you're out of luck. When pre-orders opened up Thursday at midnight (2AM our time), Apple sold out of the iPhone 5 in one hour.

13 Reasons Why Your iPhone Experience Is About To Get A Whole Lot Better

DJ Digital — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:25:45 +0000

We gave you a rundown of all the new tech that Apple revealed at their recent WWDC event, but one thing that stands out the most is the upcoming iOS 6 update. The only (first world) problem is that it's almost too overwhelming to take in all at once. So with the help of our friends over at iDownloadBlog, we highlighted the coolest features for you.

Apple Unveils New MacBook + New Features In OS X Mountain Lion & iOS 6 at WWDC 2012

DJ Digital — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 23:36:42 +0000

If you didn't have the chance to keep up with the liveblog of the opening keynote at Apple's WWDC 2012 we've got you covered right here thanks to our friends over at Engadget. Earlier today, Apple unveiled the next generation MacBook Pro boasting an insane retina display, as well as upgrading the existing MacBook Pro lineup and quietly discontinuing the 17" MacBook Pro.

What Does Apple Have In Store For Us At WWDC 2012?

DJ Digital — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 05:41:29 +0000

Later today, Apple will reveal what new technology and gadgetry they have in store for us at their annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The keynote is scheduled for later this morning, so by noon we will all be looking forward to the day that we can line up to get whatever unnecessary product Apple makes us feel like we can't live without.

iPod Turns 10 — Happy Birthday to the Greatest Invention of All Time

Dylan Schenker — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:45:51 +0000

The iPod, Apple’s MP3 player that revolutionized the way we listen to music, recently celebrated its tenth birthday. How do ya like them apples, Microsoft Zune! Can anyone remember MP3 players before the iPod? They were dinky and only held, at most, a handful of songs. The iPod forever changed how we listen to music by [...]

The Banned iPhone 4S Promo That You Weren't Supposed To See [VIDEO]

DJ Digital — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:14:44 +0000

First we heard that it was coming. Then it arrived. Now it's here. The iPhone 4S. It boasts a faster processor. A better camera. A personal assistant named Siri. I've run into mixed reviews with some saying this phone is INCREDIBLE. Others are very underwhelmed.

Upcoming Steve Jobs' Biography May Become a Movie

Shauna Wright — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:50:25 +0000

Sony Pictures is reportedly in talks to acquire the movie rights to Walter Isaacson’s soon-to-be-published biography of Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs, who died last week after a long battle with cancer.

The book, titled simply ‘Steve Jobs,’ is slated for release on October 24. It’s the only biography authorized by the late visionary and features interviews with his friends and family, as well as with Jobs himself.

Apple Co-Founder Steve Jobs Dies at Age 56

DJ Digital — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 23:50:54 +0000

Apple has reported that their former CEO and founder Steve Jobs has passed away. This news comes after Jobs has faced a number of serious health issues over the last few years, most recently announcing his resignation as CEO of Apple due to health conditions being “more complex” than he thought. Apple reps have confirmed [...]

Upgrade To The iPhone 4S For Only 99¢

DJ Digital — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:09:57 +0000

Yesterday we told you about the all new iPhone 4S from Apple. The Cupertino, CA company says the 4S is their "best smartphone yet" and while most people are torn on upgrading to the 4S or still holding on to hope for an iPhone 5 in the near future, we have a way for you to upgrade to the 4S for less than $1.

No iPhone 5 – Instead Apple Announces iPhone 4S, iOS5 & More

DJ Digital — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:36:47 +0000

Today is Apple's big 'Let's Talk iPhone' event, and in addition to boasting about the success of their other products like the iPad, MacBook Air and the latest OSX Lion software, the Cupertino, CA company will be unveiling the next generation of iPhone - that most of us will surely feel the need to have.

Will Apple Unveil the iPhone 5 on October 4?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:42:32 +0000

Sources claim Apple’s newly-installed CEO, Tim Cook, will preside over an October 4 media event in which he will announce the long-awaited iPhone 5.

The date is consistent with previous reports setting early October as the release date for the next-generation smartphone.

YouTubers Rap a Tribute to Steve Jobs in 'We Are All Steve' [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:47:33 +0000

As we’re all sadly aware, Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple and the creator of iconic products like the iPhone, has been valiantly fighting cancer for years — and given his recent resignation as CEO of the company, he doesn’t appear to be winning.

YouTubers Pantless Knights have put together a terrific tribute song, and the accompanying video features various people — and one Muppet — in Jobs’ trademark black turtlenecks and round glasses lip-syncing a rap about the legendary tech genius.

Could Apple's I-Phone 5 Launch Worldwide On October 21st???

Chris Reed — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:25:55 +0000

The word within the world of technology is that an October release for Apple’s eagerly awaited iPhone handset is now almost certain, after continued silence from the company about when the handset will appear.Rumors are rampant now that an email has been sent to American Best Buy employees regarding an upcoming Apple launch.In the “supposed [...]

Apple Loses Another iPhone Prototype in a Bar

Shauna Wright — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 16:35:46 +0000

In a replay from an incident last year, another Apple employee lost another iPhone prototype in yet another Bay Area bar. If this keeps up, they’re going to start surgically implanting new phones into developers’ arms.

Steve Jobs Resigns as CEO of Apple

DJ Digital — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:46:20 +0000

In big tech-news today, Apple CEO Steve Jobs has stepped down, with the board naming Tim Cook as his replacement. Steven Jobs has been credited with “saving Apple and guiding it into it’s position as the world’s most innovative and valuable technology company.” Steve Jobs released this official resignation letter today I have always said [...]

Facebook Releases Dedicated Messaging App for iPhone & Android

DJ Digital — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:00:16 +0000

Your "connected" world just got another lifeline. Yesterday, Facebook released their Facebook Messenger app for iOS and Android that was made to simplify instant messaging. The app is free and unlike the popular Facebook app (which already provides a chat feature), the Facebook Messenger app is dedicated to communication with your Facebook friends in real time through Facebook chat

Is This What The iPhone 5 Will Look Like? [PHOTOS]

DJ Digital — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 03:13:25 +0000

Extremely detailed pictures of what could very well likely be the iPhone 5 have surfaced and the Gizmodo team is almost 100% sure that this what the phone will look like. It's actually claimed to be an iPhone 5 clone made in the same place where the real iPhone 5 is being produced.

Apple Has More Cash In Hand Than The USA

DJ Digital — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 19:24:36 +0000

Do you own an iPhone, iPod, iPad, a Mac Computer or any product with the official Apple logo on it? Chances are, you do. Apple is pretty big company, but are they bigger than the entire country that we call America? Well, according to the latest figures from the US Treasury Department they are.

The Apple Store Challenge: Just How Far Can You Go? [VIDEO]

DJ Digital — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 04:40:31 +0000

Mark Malkoff is just a regular guy who like me, loves this Apple Store. The Apple Store is a place unlike anywhere else. The people are so friendly, and so helpful. I guess you can say "anything goes." ...Literally. Mark Malkoff sets out to perform some pretty crazy stunts to see just how far he can take it at the Apple Store.