Apple releases iOS 8.1.1 update for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch

The update fixes bugs and improves performance on older devices.

Apple is continuing its efforts to improve the experience offered by the latest version of iOS with the release of iOS 8.1.1. Available for all devices running iOS 8, 8.1.1 focuses on fixing bugs, though Apple hasn’t listed…

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Dell launches new 8-inch iPad Air killer

Dell has a added mediocre Windows tablet and heavy-hitting Android slate to its team.
The first device is the Dell 7000 Series Venue 8, which features a brilliant 8.4-inch 2560 x 1600 OLED display.  Dell says the slate features an ‘edge-to-edge’ display that houses more than 4 million pixels.  F…

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iPad mini might be discontinued

That is, if Apple ever launches the so called iPad Pro.

There have been a lot of rumors this year about Apple working on a significantly larger iPad. But at last month’s event the company only unveiled updated versions of the iPad Air and iPad mini. It didn’t mention plans of any…

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iPads still cash cow for Apple, as Air 2 bill of materials starts at $275

A recent teardown has revealed the iPad Air 2 comes with more RAM, a better processor but smaller battery than its predecessor, and now a second disassemble operation explores the impact on the 9.7 incher’s production costs.

It should come as no surprise by now Apple builds its iGear on the c…

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iPad Air 2 teardown confirms 2 GB RAM, smaller battery, lousy repairability

You can’t have it all, so while Apple doubles down on RAM at long last for the “lighter than air” new iPad, battery capacity wanes and repairability remains a great hassle.

Curious to see exactly what lies beneath the slim, stylish hood of the just-released iPad Air 2? Don’t even think about pry…

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Apple iPad sales slightly exceed expectations, but are down year-on-year

It’s too early to analyze the box-office performance of the spanking new iPad Air 2 and Mini 3, but their predecessors failed to shine during the fiscal quarter ending September 30.

When Apple came forward with a somewhat underwhelming iPad Air upgrade and a decidedly disappointing iPad mini 2 r…

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Apple outs iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3 names and designs early, specifics unclear

The most monumental slip-up in recent memory on Apple’s part, or a cynical ploy to steal Nexus 6, 9 and Android Lollipop’s thunder?

For a company that prides itself on its privacy and rare ability to actually keep a secret from time to time, Apple sure made a mess of the highly anticipated iPad …

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Apple lines up October 16 press event, new iPads and iMacs incoming

It’s been way too long, Apple teases, likely referring to the most recent iPad and iMac lineup upgrades, which are getting quite old.

The agenda is packed over in Cupertino, but don’t act too surprised. We always expected this fall to be a rollercoaster ride for Tim Cook & co., which are yet…

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iOS 8 coming to existing iPhones and iPads on September 17

The latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system will go live for existing devices two days before the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are set to go on sale.

Amid the excitement around the announcement of the bigger iPhones and Apple’s first smartwatch, the Cupertino giant revealed…

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Next generation iPads expected to feature anti-reflective coating

Apple’s suppliers have reportedly started production of next generation iPads which apparently have anti-reflective coating on their displays.

Even though the spotlight is squarely going to be on the new iPhones next month no one has forgotten that Apple is also due to unveil new…

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