Tablets the cure for print media’s headache?

Friday, September 17th, 2010

As my birthday is now a month away (hint hint), I thought it was high time I started compiling a present list. At number one, my most-wanted item: an iPad. Adverts for the device, which first went live during this year’s Oscars ceremony, proudly show off its 9.7 inch high ...

Ping – we still need some convincing

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

Apple is a brand that needs no introduction. Within the space of a few years, its products have evolved into an everyday essential. We’ve seen iPods, iPhones, iTunes, Macbooks and Apple TV – where will this all end?  Apple’s latest ‘innovation’ is social media newcomer, Ping. The site promises to be ...

Crunch time for Apple

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Less than an hour to go until Apple faces a room packed full of journalists attempt to salvage its latest backlash against the newly launched iPhone 4. The technology giant is facing complaints that its new phone, which 1.7 million people snapped up in the first two days of its launch, ...

Apple iPad sells 300,000 on debut

Thursday, April 8th, 2010

The Apple iPad has finally been released and sold over 300,000 units on Monday alone.  Availability outside the US is yet to be announced but the UK public is already clamouring for the latest must-have gadget from the Californian electronics giant.  The iPad was received with mixed reviews: websites sprung up immediately, ...

Shaking the apple tree causes download outrage

Monday, April 27th, 2009

I was really shocked at news that Apple has allowed an application called 'Baby Shaker' to be released for sale on its iTunes Store. The aim of the 'game' is to quieten crying babies by shaking your iPod or iPhone until two red crosses appear on the eyes of the baby ...