Asus is working hard to get the Transformer Prime GPS problems solved as soon as possible, cites the Transformer Prime unibody construction material as the cause for its GPS problems, a workaround is being worked, Asus is from now on removing the GPS capability from the specification sheet and the marketing material of the Transformer Prime. The best part is that the only way for Asus to solve the ...

FileMaker today announced it has shipped more than one million units of Bento, the top-selling personal database for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Bento for Mac databases, available in seven languages, can be synchronized with Bento for iPhone and Bento for iPad so you will always have details at hand when you’re away from your Mac. Bento for iPhone and Bento for iPad are sold separately on the iTunes App Store. Popular acclaim for FileMaker Bento Since ...

Apple is rumored to be launching a whole new experience in the TV field, but with or without these shiny new HDTV sets the hot new toy for all gadget maniacs and hackers is the AppleTV, the ultra affordable Apple hobby TV device is being hacked/tweaked to allow iOS apps to run in full screen. Developer Steve Troughton-Smith working together with Nick “TheMudkip” created all the interfacing applications to jail ...

In a strange move, RIM has cut the price of all Playbook models to $299, people looking for a Playbook tablet will find that the 64GB model is priced at $299 but the 16Gb and 32GB too, it means that you must buy yours right now in order to get the higher 54GB for the price of the 16GB. This is actually a first come first served strategy aimed at cleaning the backlog of Playbooks that RIM has been accumulating for ...

Logitech introduced the MOG music service for its line of Logitech Squeezebox players in the U.S. Logitech’s collaboration with MOG gives music lovers access to over 13 million songs, custom radio stations, artist-only stations and more, for a more personalized streaming music experience. With the Squeezebox, you get access to thousands of Internet radio stations and songs from subscription services such as MOG, Pandora, Spotify, Napster, SiriusXM and Last.fm. And with MOG’s comprehensive ...

Twelve South is unveiling the PlugBug, an iPad/iPhone wall charger that piggybacks onto a MacBook Power Adapter, allowing you to charge a MacBook and an iPad/iPhone simultaneously from one power outlet. Made to fit all MacBook Power Adapters, PlugBug is available now at twelvesouth.com for $34.99. The ingenious PlugBug connects to all MacBook Power Adapters. Simply snap PlugBug onto a MacBook Power Adapter, in place of the adapter’s AC plug, and you now have one handy device that charges MacBook and iPad or iPhone at the same time, using only ...

VeriFone announced it has acquired Global Bay Mobile Technologies, a leading provider of next-generation mobile retail solutions. The acquisition is the latest development in VeriFone’s strategy to bring the power of mobile into the world of retail and payments, extending new smartphone- and tablet-based shopping and payment experiences to retail organizations. Terms of the transaction, which closed effective today, were not disclosed. Global Bay has worked with retailers across North America, Europe and Asia to increase sales and improve customer satisfaction with mobile applications that leverage existing POS, e-commerce, and traditional store ...

Apple today announced that GarageBand is now available for iPhone and iPod touch users. Introduced earlier this year on iPad, GarageBand uses Apple’s revolutionary Multi-Touch interface to make it easy for anyone to create and record their own songs, even if they’ve never played an instrument before. GarageBand features a collection of fun Touch Instruments that sound great and make it easy for beginners or experienced musicians to play and record keyboards, guitars, drums and basses in a wide variety of styles. Smart Instruments now allow you to choose from an extensive ...

Quark announced the availability of QuarkXPress 9.1, a free update to QuarkXPress 9 that features App Studio. App Studio allows designers to create branded apps for the iPad, distribute apps through the Apple App Store, and design and publish content that can be purchased and downloaded from within the apps. This integrated set of tools puts designers in control and offers a pricing model that brings iPad app creation and publishing within everyone’s reach. Publishing to the iPad Consumers are choosing the iPad to access all types of content, from newspapers, magazines, ...

The head of Playboy, Hugh Hefner tweeted yesterday about the upcoming Playboy Magazine for the iPad, but what’s really caught our eyes what the confirmation that old and new version of the magazine will be published on ...

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Kensington today introduced four new products to extend connectivity with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices and the applications that run on them. Among the newly announced peripherals is Kensington’s PowerLift Back-Up Battery and Dock, a 2011 CES Innovations and Engineering Award Honoree. This clever product acts as a back-up battery and dock offering charging power and handsfree access. Three additional new accessories include: a rubberized band to protect iPad, a touch screen stylus and pen for iPad, and a dual USB wall charger for simultaneous charge of up to two iPad, ...

iHealth today announced the launch of the iHealth Blood Pressure Monitoring System for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Comprised of a hardware dock, blood pressure arm cuff and iHealth App, this breakthrough product lets users self-monitor their blood pressure from the convenience of their home, and share the results with friends, family and most importantly, their doctor. A recent report from Kaiser Permanente found that patients doing self-monitoring of their vitals were 50 percent more likely to have their blood pressure under control. How It Works The iHealth Blood Pressure Monitoring System lets ...

Fully interactive digital update of classic children’s book arrives in App Store today Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, and Callaway Digital Arts (www.callaway.com), interactive publisher of premium children’s and lifestyle applications for the iPad, today announced that The Monster at the End of This Book for iPad is now available in Apple’s App Store. The first Sesame Street app designed specifically for iPad, The Monster at the End of This Book takes full advantage of the platform to bring the beloved children’s classic to life with vibrant animation, ...

Audio-Technica will be featuring its AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable System (USB and Analog) at CES 2011, the first time the turntable has been exhibited at an industry trade show. The AT-LP240-USB is a premium-quality analog and USB turntable designed for home use. Built to deliver exceptional music reproduction, the AT-LP240-USB utilizes a direct-drive high-torque multi-pole DC motor for unwavering speed stability. The turntable also features an S-shaped tone arm with adjustable tracking force and anti-skate adjustment and removable universal cartridge mount (cartridge available separately), along with a damped cast-aluminum platter with stroboscopic ...

Stella McCartney announces the launch of a new iPad application featuring original content available for free download today on http://itunes.apple.com “Stella McCartney.” The launch issue features a “what’s news” section with highlights on the latest updates on the brand including a first look backstage at the recent Summer 2011 show in Paris and an exclusive performance by Pharrell Williams and N*E*R*D at the after party. Also included are editorial stories such as: “Stella’s Diary” on the day of her Spring 2011 presentation in New York consisting of an animated collage of ...

Ever wondered why you just can’t get that catchy tune out of your head? Earworms ‘mobile brain trainer’, already a bestseller on iTunes, is the first App for iPhone or iPad that uses the power of music in a way that will have you speaking a new language within hours! How? Simply by listening a few times, these rhythmic repetitions will anchor key foreign words and phrases into your auditory cortex ready for instant recall. Repetition to musical tracks enhances the memory function in the same way that you automatically pick up the ...

Matthew King announced the release of the newly updated and improved Optical Illusions 100+. This highly entertaining collection of 100+ illusions requires no Internet connection! Amuse yourself with illusions that appear to move, psychedelic patterns that’ll trick your eyes, and amazing illustrations that contain cool hidden images. This application is a terrific way to pass the time while waiting or any time you’re looking for a fun, engaging diversion. You’ll even be able to save your favorite illusions in a database that you can add to or edit any time you like. ...

iGo has unveiled Apple-certified iPad wall and car chargers (MSRP $24.99 each) that provide a convenient charging option for both the iPad and other devices. While iGo’s new iPad chargers can power iPads, iPhones and most iPods, they can also charge almost any other low power device through their USB power ports. With the ability to power multiple devices from one charger, the new iGo iPad chargers offer a flexible charging solution for every iPad owner. With the included certified charge/sync cable, both iGo iPad chargers feature a 2.1A output to quickly ...

Wyse Technology announced today the launch of a free edition of their popular Top 10 grossing business application PocketCloud for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. The app is now the most affordable and feature-rich in its App Store class, beginning a leap from remote desktop access to true Mobile Cloud Computing. The company is also announcing updates to its entire iOS suite that include a new, simpler auto-discovery method for connecting to remote computers. PocketCloud is a remote desktop application that has been extremely successful in the iTunes app marketplace, and has ...