Apple Maps in iOS 6: What you need to know (FAQ)
It's only been a day since iOS 6 went live, but the world has sounded with a Greek chorus of complaints over the new Maps app made by Apple.In case you don't already know, iOS 6 makes a big change in your iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch's mapping features. It removes the Google Maps app that you've long used and replaces it with Apple's home-baked mapping service. At first, you may not notice the change since the app's icon, and much of the interface looks almost the same. Once you try to use it, though, you'll see differences straightaway.Maps woes in Apple iOS 6: How bad? (pict...See full gallery1 - 4 / 16NextPrevIn our initial anecdotal testing for CNET's iPhone 5 and iOS 6 reviews, we noticed both good and bad points. On the upside, we welcomed the new turn-by-turn directions and the 3D flyover feature was lovely. Yet, we also found that search results weren't quite as robust and transit directions weren't an option at all.It was a decent effort for a first pass, but now that Apple Maps are being crowd-tested by millions of new iOS 6 users around the world, problems are becoming more apparent. Put simply: there's plenty of icing, but the cake ain't finished baking. So where does that leave existing iOS users who want to upgrade to iOS 6 -- and prospective iPhone 5 buyers who will get it by default? In this FAQ, CNET will tell you everything that you need to know. When accurate, the 3D maps are amazing.Screenshot by Jason Parker/CNETQ: What does the new Maps app add that the old Google app did not?A: Most importantly, turn-by-turn directions. Up until now, you had to reply on third-party apps for that feature. Some are free, but the better ones could cost up to $40 or more. And as Android users will tell you, it's been a free integrated feature on their phones for years. So that's a big plus.For iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, and the new iPad, iOS 6 also adds 3D views and a flyover feature (with the latter it's like you're zooming over a city in a low-flying airplane). Both features are more entertaining than useful, but they pack a pretty big wow factor, at least for the first few minutes (see below).Other little touches include the capability to physically reorient the map with two fingers and see reviews of points of interest.Q: What does the new Maps app lose compared with the old one?A: The number one thing is Google's database. Apple Maps sources its location information from Yelp, which so far is less reliable than Google's offering. For example, in his iPhone 5 review, CNET's Scott Stein found that a search for coffee showed him only Starbucks and not a locally owned shop across the street. Also, a search for Mac repair did not turn up a business that has always showed on Google Maps. This issue should get better, but for now it's pretty bad. Losing Google's database also means you lose Street View.Related storiesTurn-by-turn Field Test: Apple Maps vs. Google MapsLocal search Field Test: Apple Maps vs. Google MapsGetting to know Maps on iOS 6Apple's Maps app slammed over missing cities and other mistakesApple seeking developers to fix iOS mapsFive free and mostly free iPhone navigation appsAlso, you totally lose mass transit directions, which always existed on Google Maps. Though there is a button with a tiny bus icon, it shows only a list of third-party transit apps (so why include the button at all?). If you already own such an app it will appear at the top of the list, and when pressed, kick you out to that app. Otherwise, you'll be directed to the iTunes App Store to download a title. That's not really helpful for a few reasons.First off, switching to a third-party app for transit directions takes you out of the mapping feature. That means a lot of switching back and forth between the transit instructions and the map of the surrounding area (Google Maps had it all on one screen). Also, the third-party apps don't always tell how to get to the transit stop and then on to your final destination. Again, Google Maps told you the whole story.Granted, only people who take transit will care about this feature. But the point is that Apple has removed a useful feature that you formerly gotfor free. Some of the third-party options are great, and they may even be better than Google Maps, but you now have to jump through an extra hoop. And more importantly, some of those other apps will cost you.Q: Can I go back to the old Maps app?A: Sort of. At this point, a real Google Maps app like you used to have is not available.With Apple Maps comes turn-by-turn navigationScreenshot by Kent German/CNETBut as Matt Elliott explains here, you can point your iPhone's browser to maps.google.com and get that same mapping information, complete with business listings, directions, public transit data, and even bike routes. What you're missing is street view and use of the compass to help direct you.Q: What do I lose with maps.google.com compared with the old Google-powered maps app in iOS 5?A: Since it's not an actual app, it will be a much different experience than what you had before. The interface is changed, though not negatively so, and the performance will depend on the speed of your connection. Of course, that was also the case with Google's app, but the browser is a different feature so performance will vary.You also lose a fair number of features including Siri integration, a compass feature, address book integration, and Street View.Q: Are Apple's turn-by-turn directions accurate?A: In initial testing, they're reliable. Scott used the feature on an iPhone 5 in Long Island, New York, and had a good experience. And when Jason Parker and Jaymar Cabebe put Apple Maps against Google Maps on an Android phone, they didn't notice any significant problems either. They had some issues -- for example, Apple Maps misplaced them by a few blocks and it directed them to a different place at our first destination -- but it did the job. We're going to keep testing, though, and remember that Jason and Jaymar tested in San Francisco, in the backyard of Google and Apple and one of the most mapped cities on Earth. Your experience may be different. Indeed, coverage outside of the United States is worse. Q: Where is Apple getting its actual map data?A: Apple's maps come mostly from longtime GPS player TomTom, which also supplies some apps to Google. Still, some maps lack the detail we had on iOS 5 and some landmarks are misplaced or not labeled correctly. See our slideshow and CNET UK's comparison for more examples.Talk about a bumpy landing.theamazingios6maps.tumblrQ: Any problems with the 3D or satellite views?A: Even after one day, we've seen an abundance of screenshots showing quirky things like a roller coaster Manhattan Bridge or a pockmarked Toronto airport. These mistakes won't affect your navigation, and we remember the occasional crazy satellite image from Google Maps, but some of the mistakes are pretty hilarious. Also, we noticed that Apple's satellite maps weren't as current as some Google images. For example, though some freeway ramps around CNET's offices in San Francisco were removed more than a year ago, Apple still shows them in place. Google does not.Q: Is Apple Maps really as bad as people are saying?A: It depends on what you value. If mass transit directions or Google Street View are must-haves, this a downgrade. Ditto for contextual local searches.On the other hand, you now have turn-by-turn directions, which was never an integrated option on the iPhone before. And the properly 3D-mapped cityscapes are stunning -- again, if you live in a location that's mapped well.Q: Has Apple said anything about this?A: Without admitting to any issues, Apple spokeswoman Trudy Muller told us the feature is still being improved:"Customers around the world are upgrading to iOS 6 with over 200 new features including Apple Maps, our first map service. We are excited to offer this service with innovative new features like Flyover and Siri integration, and free turn by turn navigation. We launched this new map service knowing that it is a major initiative and we are just getting started with it. We are continuously improving it, and as Maps is a cloud-based solution, the more people use it, the better it will get. We're also working with developers to integrate some of the amazing transit apps in the App Store into iOS Maps. We appreciate all of the customer feedback and are working hard to make the customer experience even better." Q: Why did Apple make this change?A: Apple has a long history of parting ways with software partners that are also competitors, sometimes with products that are not quite as full-featured or polished as what came before. One example of that: Apple designing its own browser, Safari, to replace Microsoft's Internet Explorer in 2003.At the time Microsoft had 90 percent share of the browser market, and a very mature piece of software with IE. Apple came in with its own offering, which to be sure was quite fast and pretty, but missing many features that competing browsers had -- including compatibility with Windows. Safari is now cross-platform, and has about 4.9 percent of desktop market share and 66.2 percent of mobile browser market share according to Net Marketshare.A satellite view of New York CityScreenshot by Kent German/CNETWith regard to maps, Apple actually showed its cards when putting out an FAQ on how it uses location on iOS as part of a security snafu last year. The company said it was collecting traffic data "to build a crowd-sourced traffic database with the goal of providing iPhone users an improved traffic service in the next couple of years." That statement came with the assumption that Apple would be replacing that very same data from Google, and perhaps other features that it was using in the maps app.A story in the Wall Street Journal, published earlier this year, painted Apple and Google as warring behind the scenes, with Apple worried about the user data it would have to fork over in exchange for the back-end technology, and Google dissatisfied with the amount of control it had over the look and feel of the application.What we know now is that Apple very clearly didn't give Google much time to get its own replacement Maps application ready to go based on the fact that it was not available when iOS 6 went live some three months after its debut.Q: The big question: Will a dedicated Google Maps app be coming to iOS?A: That depends on Google submitting an app and Apple approving it. The recent approval of standalone YouTube app (the former integrated app also disappeared with iOS 6) is a positive sign, but we'll have to wait and see.If we do get it, Apple will have to double down on making its app competitive, particularly if Google's offering brings things that were missing from its Android counterpart like turn-by-turn directions and offline maps.If not, Android will be able to gloat until Apple invests considerable time, effort, and money in upgrading its Map data and feature set.CNET Executive Editor John Falcone contributed to this story.Hands-on with the sharp, slim iPhone 5 (...See full gallery1 - 4 / 24NextPrev
JVC adds 7 CD receivers to its 2009 lineup
JVC adds 7 CD receivers to its 2009 lineup
JVC rings in the New Year with not one, not two, but seven new CD receivers for its 2009 mobile entertainment product line. JVC Mobile's new flagship KD-R900 In-Dash CD Receiver has two USB 2.0 ports (one front and one rear) for connection to an iPod, an iPhone, USB flash memory drives, digital audio players, portable HDD devices, or any two devices simultaneously. The KD-R900 also features hands-free Bluetooth phone calling and A2DP wireless audio streaming capability via an included USB Bluetooth adapter and high-quality external wired microphone. This adapter operates as a fully functional receiver, transmitter, and antenna for Bluetooth and plugs into either of the KD-R900's USB ports. Users are given the option of controlling their iPod/iPhone using either the in-dash receiver's controls or the controls on the device itself to make music selections, thanks to a full-speed two-way iPod control feature. The list of features is rounded out with a front aux input, flip-down detachable faceplate, and an LCD screen with variable-color illumination which is capable of over 30,000 customizable colors to match most vehicles' interior illumination hues. The unit is also HD Radio Ready, Satellite Radio Ready, and MP3/WMA compatible. The KD-R900 features a three-band parametric iEQ, wireless remote, MOS-FET 50Wx4, and 5V front, rear, and subwoofer preoutputs with subwoofer control. The receiver is available in March 2009 with an MSRP of $269.95. At the next level, the KD-R800 CD Receiver features many of the same features as the top-tier KD-R900, with the exception of the full-speed two-way iPod/iPhone control. The KD-R800 receiver is available in February with an MSRP of $219.95. JVC will be installing the KD-HDR50 at the Car Tech CES booth.JVC Mobile EntertainmentThe KD-HDR50 CD Receiver distinguishes itself with a built-in HD Radio tuner with multicasting and iTunes Tagging capability. Of course, like any good iTunes Tagging head unity, the USB 2.0 iPod control is in full effect. The unit doesn't include, but is compatible with,the USB Bluetooth adapter and is satellite radio ready. The KD-HDR50 steps up to a seven-band iEQ and is should shipping in January 2009 at an MSRP of $179.95. Also new for 2009 is the very similar KD-HDR20, which has many of the same features, with the exception of iPod control and iTunes Tagging, and it should cost for $139.95 and ship at the same time as the KD-HDR50. The KD-R600 CD Receiver features a USB 2.0 connection with two-way control and charging for iPod/iPhone. The unit is ready for Bluetooth adapter, satellite radio ready, HD Radio ready, and has MP3/WMA playback capability for an MSRP of $159.95. The KD-R300 reduces the MSRP to $119.95 at the expense of the integrated iPod control. Finally, the entry level $99.95 KD-R200 is a basic unit that loses the flexibility of adding external modules. All three units feature a three-band iEQ, wireless remote, MOS-FET 50Wx4, and variable-color illumination display (KD-R200 features fixed color illumination).View the full JVC 2009 CD receiver lineup.
JVC rings in the New Year with not one, not two, but seven new CD receivers for its 2009 mobile entertainment product line. JVC Mobile's new flagship KD-R900 In-Dash CD Receiver has two USB 2.0 ports (one front and one rear) for connection to an iPod, an iPhone, USB flash memory drives, digital audio players, portable HDD devices, or any two devices simultaneously. The KD-R900 also features hands-free Bluetooth phone calling and A2DP wireless audio streaming capability via an included USB Bluetooth adapter and high-quality external wired microphone. This adapter operates as a fully functional receiver, transmitter, and antenna for Bluetooth and plugs into either of the KD-R900's USB ports. Users are given the option of controlling their iPod/iPhone using either the in-dash receiver's controls or the controls on the device itself to make music selections, thanks to a full-speed two-way iPod control feature. The list of features is rounded out with a front aux input, flip-down detachable faceplate, and an LCD screen with variable-color illumination which is capable of over 30,000 customizable colors to match most vehicles' interior illumination hues. The unit is also HD Radio Ready, Satellite Radio Ready, and MP3/WMA compatible. The KD-R900 features a three-band parametric iEQ, wireless remote, MOS-FET 50Wx4, and 5V front, rear, and subwoofer preoutputs with subwoofer control. The receiver is available in March 2009 with an MSRP of $269.95. At the next level, the KD-R800 CD Receiver features many of the same features as the top-tier KD-R900, with the exception of the full-speed two-way iPod/iPhone control. The KD-R800 receiver is available in February with an MSRP of $219.95. JVC will be installing the KD-HDR50 at the Car Tech CES booth.JVC Mobile EntertainmentThe KD-HDR50 CD Receiver distinguishes itself with a built-in HD Radio tuner with multicasting and iTunes Tagging capability. Of course, like any good iTunes Tagging head unity, the USB 2.0 iPod control is in full effect. The unit doesn't include, but is compatible with,the USB Bluetooth adapter and is satellite radio ready. The KD-HDR50 steps up to a seven-band iEQ and is should shipping in January 2009 at an MSRP of $179.95. Also new for 2009 is the very similar KD-HDR20, which has many of the same features, with the exception of iPod control and iTunes Tagging, and it should cost for $139.95 and ship at the same time as the KD-HDR50. The KD-R600 CD Receiver features a USB 2.0 connection with two-way control and charging for iPod/iPhone. The unit is ready for Bluetooth adapter, satellite radio ready, HD Radio ready, and has MP3/WMA playback capability for an MSRP of $159.95. The KD-R300 reduces the MSRP to $119.95 at the expense of the integrated iPod control. Finally, the entry level $99.95 KD-R200 is a basic unit that loses the flexibility of adding external modules. All three units feature a three-band iEQ, wireless remote, MOS-FET 50Wx4, and variable-color illumination display (KD-R200 features fixed color illumination).View the full JVC 2009 CD receiver lineup.
Apple University preaches mantra of simplicity to employees
Apple University preaches mantra of simplicity to employees
In a class called "What Makes Apple, Apple," an instructor shows Apple employees a slide of a 78-button remote control for Google TV. He then shows an Apple TV remote, which has just three buttons.That story, which illustrates Apple's strive towards simplicity, is part of a rare look inside the company's secretive training program, known as Apple University, written Monday by The New York Times. Three Apple employees who have taken classes described elements of the program to the publication, agreeing to speak about it anonymously.Apple declined to provide the Times with details about the program or make instructors -- some hailing from Harvard, Yale, and MIT -- available for interview. The Times noted that no pictures of the classes have come out publicly. An Apple representative didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from CNET. Apple University was established in 2008 by late co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs, who hired Joel Podolny, then the dean of Yale School of Management, to head up the new program. The training program followed a similar program for animation studio Pixar, another company Jobs co-founded, called Pixar University. Both are among a handful of company training programs, such as McDonald's Hamburger University.Related storiesUS Patent Office rejects Apple autocomplete patent used against SamsungYosemite's new Notification features have no competitionApple patent considers controls on the back of an iPadApple taps Beats Music CEO as iTunes Radio's band leaderApple University could take on new significance in helping maintain Jobs' approach to simplifying products, even as the company grows. The program could also be a useful tool in integrating the hundreds of new employees the company took on when it closed its $3 billion acquisition of headphones company Beats this month, it's biggest deal ever. The Times story describes one class, "Communicating at Apple," in which the instructor shows 11 pictures from Picasso's "The Bull." Each progressive slide in the series strips away details of the bull until just a stick figure remains. "You go through more iterations until you can simply deliver your message in a very concise way, and that is true to the Apple brand and everything we do," one person who took the course recalled to the Times. The concept of simplification is present throughout the company, from Jobs' basic attire to its spartan retail stores to its devices -- with the iPhone and iPad stripping away the keyboard and mouse for one flat touch screen and circular home button.The classes are taught on Apple's campus in well-lit stadium-seating rooms built in a trapezoid shape, the Times reported. Some courses teach employees about business decisions the company took, such as the choice to make the iPod and iTunes compatible on Windows. That issue was hotly debated issue among executives, with Jobs repellent to the idea of sharing Apple technology with Windows. However, the decision eventually led to the iPod's rapid growth and paved the way for the iPhone's success. Apple's philosophy of simplicity, now under CEO Tim Cook, hasn't changed much since Jobs' death in 2011, as evidenced by the few drastic changes in the company's products. Apple University may have lent a steadying hand to the corporate culture.
In a class called "What Makes Apple, Apple," an instructor shows Apple employees a slide of a 78-button remote control for Google TV. He then shows an Apple TV remote, which has just three buttons.That story, which illustrates Apple's strive towards simplicity, is part of a rare look inside the company's secretive training program, known as Apple University, written Monday by The New York Times. Three Apple employees who have taken classes described elements of the program to the publication, agreeing to speak about it anonymously.Apple declined to provide the Times with details about the program or make instructors -- some hailing from Harvard, Yale, and MIT -- available for interview. The Times noted that no pictures of the classes have come out publicly. An Apple representative didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from CNET. Apple University was established in 2008 by late co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs, who hired Joel Podolny, then the dean of Yale School of Management, to head up the new program. The training program followed a similar program for animation studio Pixar, another company Jobs co-founded, called Pixar University. Both are among a handful of company training programs, such as McDonald's Hamburger University.Related storiesUS Patent Office rejects Apple autocomplete patent used against SamsungYosemite's new Notification features have no competitionApple patent considers controls on the back of an iPadApple taps Beats Music CEO as iTunes Radio's band leaderApple University could take on new significance in helping maintain Jobs' approach to simplifying products, even as the company grows. The program could also be a useful tool in integrating the hundreds of new employees the company took on when it closed its $3 billion acquisition of headphones company Beats this month, it's biggest deal ever. The Times story describes one class, "Communicating at Apple," in which the instructor shows 11 pictures from Picasso's "The Bull." Each progressive slide in the series strips away details of the bull until just a stick figure remains. "You go through more iterations until you can simply deliver your message in a very concise way, and that is true to the Apple brand and everything we do," one person who took the course recalled to the Times. The concept of simplification is present throughout the company, from Jobs' basic attire to its spartan retail stores to its devices -- with the iPhone and iPad stripping away the keyboard and mouse for one flat touch screen and circular home button.The classes are taught on Apple's campus in well-lit stadium-seating rooms built in a trapezoid shape, the Times reported. Some courses teach employees about business decisions the company took, such as the choice to make the iPod and iTunes compatible on Windows. That issue was hotly debated issue among executives, with Jobs repellent to the idea of sharing Apple technology with Windows. However, the decision eventually led to the iPod's rapid growth and paved the way for the iPhone's success. Apple's philosophy of simplicity, now under CEO Tim Cook, hasn't changed much since Jobs' death in 2011, as evidenced by the few drastic changes in the company's products. Apple University may have lent a steadying hand to the corporate culture.
Spotify wouldn't offer as much free music here
Spotify wouldn't offer as much free music here
The answer is plenty. The impasse that has prevented Spotify from acquiring U.S. music rights for more than a year has forced the streaming service to make significant concessions to the record labels, multiple music industry sources told CNET on Monday. Not only has Spotify sweetened its financial offer to the top labels, but the streaming-music service has agreed to place certain limits on the amount of free music it offers here, according to sources familiar with the deals. The sources said that if Spotify finally launches a U.S.-based service, it will not be a carbon copy of the service that has attracted 10 million users in Europe. A Spotify spokesman declined to comment on ongoing negotiations. Spotify has inked an agreement with Sony Music Entertainment and The New York Times reported on Friday that EMI and the music service are making progress in their talks. No word yet on where Spotify is in the negotiations with Warner Music Group or Universal Music Group. Click on photo to read about the upcoming challenges to Apple's iTunes from Spotify and Google.Screen shot by Greg Sandoval/CNETIn negotiations, Spotify hasn't much of a choice but to give in to the labels on certain issues. The record companies haven't yielded much on their demands and appeared satisfied to keep Spotify out of the states indefinitely (I included some of this information in yesterday's story here, but decided it's worth breaking out). There is no shortage of label executives who are skeptical of Spotify's business model. Using free music to lure users and later trying to convince them to buy subscription packages hasn't worked well for music services. For the labels, the model hasn't worked well enough at Spotify. Even with all the numbers being thrown around about how much Spotify pays the labels, Spotify still only converts a single-digit percentage of total users to its paid version, industry insiders said. Then there's the possibility that Spotify, with its offer of free music, could cut into sales at Apple, Amazon, and other retailers.Free-song services also don't have a good survival record. Imeem, Ruckus, and SpiralFrog are three of the casualties. What music sources say is that record-company execs want big upfront sums to help mitigate the risks they believe Spotify USA poses, as well as to hedge their bets.
The answer is plenty. The impasse that has prevented Spotify from acquiring U.S. music rights for more than a year has forced the streaming service to make significant concessions to the record labels, multiple music industry sources told CNET on Monday. Not only has Spotify sweetened its financial offer to the top labels, but the streaming-music service has agreed to place certain limits on the amount of free music it offers here, according to sources familiar with the deals. The sources said that if Spotify finally launches a U.S.-based service, it will not be a carbon copy of the service that has attracted 10 million users in Europe. A Spotify spokesman declined to comment on ongoing negotiations. Spotify has inked an agreement with Sony Music Entertainment and The New York Times reported on Friday that EMI and the music service are making progress in their talks. No word yet on where Spotify is in the negotiations with Warner Music Group or Universal Music Group. Click on photo to read about the upcoming challenges to Apple's iTunes from Spotify and Google.Screen shot by Greg Sandoval/CNETIn negotiations, Spotify hasn't much of a choice but to give in to the labels on certain issues. The record companies haven't yielded much on their demands and appeared satisfied to keep Spotify out of the states indefinitely (I included some of this information in yesterday's story here, but decided it's worth breaking out). There is no shortage of label executives who are skeptical of Spotify's business model. Using free music to lure users and later trying to convince them to buy subscription packages hasn't worked well for music services. For the labels, the model hasn't worked well enough at Spotify. Even with all the numbers being thrown around about how much Spotify pays the labels, Spotify still only converts a single-digit percentage of total users to its paid version, industry insiders said. Then there's the possibility that Spotify, with its offer of free music, could cut into sales at Apple, Amazon, and other retailers.Free-song services also don't have a good survival record. Imeem, Ruckus, and SpiralFrog are three of the casualties. What music sources say is that record-company execs want big upfront sums to help mitigate the risks they believe Spotify USA poses, as well as to hedge their bets.
iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c- specs, launch details and pricing plans
iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c: specs, launch details and pricing plans
So much information has been pumped out over the past week it's probably been overwhelming, so here's the rundown of what you need to know about the new iPhones. Follow the links for the full stories on all of our coverage.The phonesThe iPhone 5s is the flagship phone, coming in silver, grey and gold, with 16GB, 32GB and 64GB versions. Our full review of the 5s is here.The iPhone 5c is the slightly cheaper version, available in five bright colours and in 16GB and 32GB versions. Our review of the 5c is here.The specsThe new phones run iOS 7, which is being rolled out to older handsets as well.If you want to see how the two new phones compare to the old iPhone 5, you can get a spec rundown here.If you want to see how the flagship iPhone 5s compares to the Samsung Galaxy S4 and the HTC One, you can see a spec rundown of those three phones here.One of the differences between the two is that the iPhone 5s has a fingerprint sensor built in that you can use to unlock the device and approve iTunes payments. More applications are on the way. Apple has also been hyping the camera on the iPhone 5s. Here's how it compares to the iPhone 5, the HTC One, the Lumia 1020 and the Galaxy S4.The pricingAll the major telcos have released pricing plans for the new iPhones: TelstraOptusVodafoneVirginWhile the iPhone 5c was anticipated to be a lower-priced alternative, in Australia, it's not actually that much cheaper than the iPhone 5s.In fact, some people are saying that there's too much "Australia tax" on the whole range of iPhones.The launchJimmy Gunawan was the first person in the world to buy the iPhone 5s â€" he got it from the Sydney Apple Store.CNET's sister site ZDNet was also on hand to document the launch of the new iPhones in Sydney.And, if you're really keen, you can see all our live blog coverage from the 11 September launch in the US right here.
So much information has been pumped out over the past week it's probably been overwhelming, so here's the rundown of what you need to know about the new iPhones. Follow the links for the full stories on all of our coverage.The phonesThe iPhone 5s is the flagship phone, coming in silver, grey and gold, with 16GB, 32GB and 64GB versions. Our full review of the 5s is here.The iPhone 5c is the slightly cheaper version, available in five bright colours and in 16GB and 32GB versions. Our review of the 5c is here.The specsThe new phones run iOS 7, which is being rolled out to older handsets as well.If you want to see how the two new phones compare to the old iPhone 5, you can get a spec rundown here.If you want to see how the flagship iPhone 5s compares to the Samsung Galaxy S4 and the HTC One, you can see a spec rundown of those three phones here.One of the differences between the two is that the iPhone 5s has a fingerprint sensor built in that you can use to unlock the device and approve iTunes payments. More applications are on the way. Apple has also been hyping the camera on the iPhone 5s. Here's how it compares to the iPhone 5, the HTC One, the Lumia 1020 and the Galaxy S4.The pricingAll the major telcos have released pricing plans for the new iPhones: TelstraOptusVodafoneVirginWhile the iPhone 5c was anticipated to be a lower-priced alternative, in Australia, it's not actually that much cheaper than the iPhone 5s.In fact, some people are saying that there's too much "Australia tax" on the whole range of iPhones.The launchJimmy Gunawan was the first person in the world to buy the iPhone 5s â€" he got it from the Sydney Apple Store.CNET's sister site ZDNet was also on hand to document the launch of the new iPhones in Sydney.And, if you're really keen, you can see all our live blog coverage from the 11 September launch in the US right here.
Whole-house iPod listening for the rest of us
Whole-house iPod listening for the rest of us
Ever since Sonos opened the door for whole-house iPod wireless network solutions, numerous firms have tried to produce less expensive alternatives that also avoid the DRM issue, such as the conceptually similar but not as pricey Creative XDock systems. But both the Sonos and the Creative XDock require the addition of separate speakers.Griffin's Evolve is a less ambitious $349 whole-house solution operating in the 900MHz spectrum. But for the money, you get a base that charges and broadcasts your music and video through two included speakers. Essentially, the twin 4-inch-square speakers charge on the transmitter base, then can be moved to any part of a room but no more than 150 feet from the charger/transmitter base. Imbued with Griffin's Intellisense intelligence, each new speaker knows which is the right speaker and which is the left speaker.But the real magic is that an unlimited number of speakers can be added to the system, either in pairs or one per room. Each speaker is shipped with a unique network ID. When docked with the base, each learns which has to act left as the right speaker or the left or even mono.A speaker can spit out music for as long as 10 hours on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery, and has to be returned to the base station for conductive recharging. No wires needed even to recharge. While designed for the iPod--iTunes video can be watched on a TV via composite or S-Video connections--any music player can be jacked in via a standard 3.5mm miniplug connector. The system is expected to be available in late May or early June.
Ever since Sonos opened the door for whole-house iPod wireless network solutions, numerous firms have tried to produce less expensive alternatives that also avoid the DRM issue, such as the conceptually similar but not as pricey Creative XDock systems. But both the Sonos and the Creative XDock require the addition of separate speakers.Griffin's Evolve is a less ambitious $349 whole-house solution operating in the 900MHz spectrum. But for the money, you get a base that charges and broadcasts your music and video through two included speakers. Essentially, the twin 4-inch-square speakers charge on the transmitter base, then can be moved to any part of a room but no more than 150 feet from the charger/transmitter base. Imbued with Griffin's Intellisense intelligence, each new speaker knows which is the right speaker and which is the left speaker.But the real magic is that an unlimited number of speakers can be added to the system, either in pairs or one per room. Each speaker is shipped with a unique network ID. When docked with the base, each learns which has to act left as the right speaker or the left or even mono.A speaker can spit out music for as long as 10 hours on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery, and has to be returned to the base station for conductive recharging. No wires needed even to recharge. While designed for the iPod--iTunes video can be watched on a TV via composite or S-Video connections--any music player can be jacked in via a standard 3.5mm miniplug connector. The system is expected to be available in late May or early June.
Who was Steve Jobs- New kids book aims to answer
Who was Steve Jobs? New kids book aims to answer
"Who was Steve Jobs?" may not be the easiest question to answer. But a new book from Penguin is tackling that topic in a kid-friendly way.Written by Pam Pollack and Meg Belviso, "Who was Steve Jobs?" is aimed at children 8 and older.A small portion of the book posted on Amazon reveals a simple approach. It begins: "Steve Jobs always loved machines. His father repaired machines for a living. As a child, Steve loved to watch his father build and fix things. When Steve grew up, he started a company that built machines."Along the way, the co-authors spend time teaching about the computer industry and related areas.Jobs' mercurial and unpredictable nature is cleaned up for the young readers, according to a review from MacNN. But all the major highlights of his life and career are covered.Related stories'Steve Jobs' biography: A wealth of detailSteve Jobs book to share his memorable quotesSteve Jobs comic book 'biography' arrives--Gates is next"Who was Steve Jobs?" joins a group of similar books published by Penguin. Other titles in the series profile Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, Amelia Earhart, Walt Disney, Anne Frank, Abraham Lincoln, The Beatles, and Babe Ruth.The book is selling for $4.99 on Amazon, both as a paperback and a Kindle e-book. It's also available through Barnes & Noble and the iTunes Bookstore.
"Who was Steve Jobs?" may not be the easiest question to answer. But a new book from Penguin is tackling that topic in a kid-friendly way.Written by Pam Pollack and Meg Belviso, "Who was Steve Jobs?" is aimed at children 8 and older.A small portion of the book posted on Amazon reveals a simple approach. It begins: "Steve Jobs always loved machines. His father repaired machines for a living. As a child, Steve loved to watch his father build and fix things. When Steve grew up, he started a company that built machines."Along the way, the co-authors spend time teaching about the computer industry and related areas.Jobs' mercurial and unpredictable nature is cleaned up for the young readers, according to a review from MacNN. But all the major highlights of his life and career are covered.Related stories'Steve Jobs' biography: A wealth of detailSteve Jobs book to share his memorable quotesSteve Jobs comic book 'biography' arrives--Gates is next"Who was Steve Jobs?" joins a group of similar books published by Penguin. Other titles in the series profile Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, Amelia Earhart, Walt Disney, Anne Frank, Abraham Lincoln, The Beatles, and Babe Ruth.The book is selling for $4.99 on Amazon, both as a paperback and a Kindle e-book. It's also available through Barnes & Noble and the iTunes Bookstore.
Daily Tidbits- Beatles songs now available for free
Daily Tidbits: Beatles songs now available for free
Beatles fans can now download the Fab Four's tracks legally for free.But there's one catch: they can only do it by subscribing to, and downloading, a podcast from Norwegian Broadcasting.According to a deal inked by the organization late last year, Norwegian Broadcasting can offer podcasts containing music as long as no more than 70 percent of the entire duration of the show contains music.Using that to its advantage, the organization has started offering daily podcast episodes that feature a three-minute discussion about an individual Beatles track and the actual recording of that track subsequent to the discussion.The podcast is available for free by subscribing via iTunes.Israel Defense Forces has launched a YouTube channel containing bombing footage, surveillance video, and daily updates about the movements of Israeli forces on the ground.The channel's official description says the videos are made available to show "documentation of the IDF's humane action and operational success in Operation Cast Lead."PropertyRoom.com, an online auction site that works with law enforcement agencies to sell previously stolen merchandise, announced Monday that it witnessed a significant upswing in traffic over the holiday season as shoppers were using online auction sites to find better deals on goods.According to the company, it welcomed over 1 million visitors in December, representing a 35 percent increase over the previous year.It also saw a 25 percent revenue increase over December 2007.Amazon announced Monday that it has partnered with Roku to deliver video-on-demand services through the hardware company's Netflix set-top box.Amazon said over 40,000 titles will be made available for the Roku Netflix box and will cost the same price--around $3.99--as titles currently offered on Amazon's page.Amazon's films will be available on the box in the coming weeks.TraderPlanet.com, a service that offers users investment advice, has launched a new social-networking platform that aims at becoming the investment world's "cross between MySpace and WebMD."TraderPlanet.com will allow users to interact with each other over trading strategies and investment returns, while supplying its users with market news, an index of trader opinions, as well as chat rooms, blogs, and forum discussions to help improve interaction.Registration is free and available now.
Beatles fans can now download the Fab Four's tracks legally for free.But there's one catch: they can only do it by subscribing to, and downloading, a podcast from Norwegian Broadcasting.According to a deal inked by the organization late last year, Norwegian Broadcasting can offer podcasts containing music as long as no more than 70 percent of the entire duration of the show contains music.Using that to its advantage, the organization has started offering daily podcast episodes that feature a three-minute discussion about an individual Beatles track and the actual recording of that track subsequent to the discussion.The podcast is available for free by subscribing via iTunes.Israel Defense Forces has launched a YouTube channel containing bombing footage, surveillance video, and daily updates about the movements of Israeli forces on the ground.The channel's official description says the videos are made available to show "documentation of the IDF's humane action and operational success in Operation Cast Lead."PropertyRoom.com, an online auction site that works with law enforcement agencies to sell previously stolen merchandise, announced Monday that it witnessed a significant upswing in traffic over the holiday season as shoppers were using online auction sites to find better deals on goods.According to the company, it welcomed over 1 million visitors in December, representing a 35 percent increase over the previous year.It also saw a 25 percent revenue increase over December 2007.Amazon announced Monday that it has partnered with Roku to deliver video-on-demand services through the hardware company's Netflix set-top box.Amazon said over 40,000 titles will be made available for the Roku Netflix box and will cost the same price--around $3.99--as titles currently offered on Amazon's page.Amazon's films will be available on the box in the coming weeks.TraderPlanet.com, a service that offers users investment advice, has launched a new social-networking platform that aims at becoming the investment world's "cross between MySpace and WebMD."TraderPlanet.com will allow users to interact with each other over trading strategies and investment returns, while supplying its users with market news, an index of trader opinions, as well as chat rooms, blogs, and forum discussions to help improve interaction.Registration is free and available now.
Cutting edge- MP3 players with built-in Wi-Fi
Cutting edge: MP3 players with built-in Wi-Fi
We've come a long way since the 5GB iPod.Today, you can find pocket-size video players, MP3 players with tiny flash drives offering up to 32GB capacities, even digital audio players built into sunglasses.But one of the most advanced features you can find in today's MP3 players is wireless capability. This is generally split into two categories: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi is the subject here, and the devices that incorporate it represent the cutting edge in MP3 players.Zen X-Fi lets you access your music from anywhere.Corinne Schulze/CNET NetworksAlthough every device listed here integrates 802.11b/g connectivity, not all of them use this functionality in the same way. First up is the Microsoft Zune, which lets users within range of one another share music. You can also sync content from your PC over a home wireless network.Slightly similar to this is the Creative Zen X-Fi, which lets you hop on any Wi-Fi signalto access a centralized content library (it also throws in chat capability for good measure). Taking a different tack is the Haier America Ibiza Rhapsody, which lets Rhapsody subscribers stream and download tracks wirelessly and lets any user access content from AOL Video and do some basic Web browsing. The iPod Touch's Web browser is innovative, fun, and unique.Corinne Schulze/CNET NetworksFor an unmatched Web browsing experience, we have Apple iPod Touch--its touch-sensitive screen is perfect for the task. You can also download applications, stream Internet radio, and purchase songs from the iTunes music store. The Archos 605 WiFi offers a similar experience, but adds compatibility with video download sites such as Cinema Now for true on-the-go visual entertainment.Finally, there's the Cowon Q5W, a beast that seems more computer than PVP.Check out all the players in a side-by-side lineup.
We've come a long way since the 5GB iPod.Today, you can find pocket-size video players, MP3 players with tiny flash drives offering up to 32GB capacities, even digital audio players built into sunglasses.But one of the most advanced features you can find in today's MP3 players is wireless capability. This is generally split into two categories: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi is the subject here, and the devices that incorporate it represent the cutting edge in MP3 players.Zen X-Fi lets you access your music from anywhere.Corinne Schulze/CNET NetworksAlthough every device listed here integrates 802.11b/g connectivity, not all of them use this functionality in the same way. First up is the Microsoft Zune, which lets users within range of one another share music. You can also sync content from your PC over a home wireless network.Slightly similar to this is the Creative Zen X-Fi, which lets you hop on any Wi-Fi signalto access a centralized content library (it also throws in chat capability for good measure). Taking a different tack is the Haier America Ibiza Rhapsody, which lets Rhapsody subscribers stream and download tracks wirelessly and lets any user access content from AOL Video and do some basic Web browsing. The iPod Touch's Web browser is innovative, fun, and unique.Corinne Schulze/CNET NetworksFor an unmatched Web browsing experience, we have Apple iPod Touch--its touch-sensitive screen is perfect for the task. You can also download applications, stream Internet radio, and purchase songs from the iTunes music store. The Archos 605 WiFi offers a similar experience, but adds compatibility with video download sites such as Cinema Now for true on-the-go visual entertainment.Finally, there's the Cowon Q5W, a beast that seems more computer than PVP.Check out all the players in a side-by-side lineup.
Apple to ship 30.3 million iPhones this quarter, says analyst
Apple to ship 30.3 million iPhones this quarter, says analyst
Apple is expected to ship as many as 30.3 million iPhones this quarter, says investment firm Susquehanna.That estimate is up from the firm's prior projection of 27.1 million. And for Apple's full fiscal 2012 year, which started in October, the company could ship as many as 111.4 million iPhones, up from Susquehanna's previous estimate of 104.4 million.The changes to the forecast stem from the continued heavy demand for the iPhone 4S along with reports that some of the supply chain constraints seem to have been resolved. As a result, Apple has increased its iPhone build plans for both the current quarter and the first quarter of calendar year 2012, says Susquehanna."Demand appears solid as iPhone 4S continues to ship in one to two weeks online and stores are generally sold out for in-store reservation and pickup (still hoping Santa has a few left)," said Susquehanna analyst Jeffrey Fidacaro in an investor's note released yesterday. "These factors, combined with positive color from Best Buy and AT&T, led us to increase our iPhone shipment forecast for North America and modestly for Western Europe and Asia Pacific."Related storiesiPhone sales strong in U.S., U.K., but declining elsewhereAnalyst: Apple to release redesigned iPhone 5 in summer, just one iPad in 2012Unlocked iPhone 4S now working in some T-Mobile network pocketsAmong the different U.S. carriers, AT&T is expected to sell as many as 7.2 million iPhones in the current quarter, up from Susquehanna's previous estimate of 6 million. Verizon Wireless is now projected to sell 4.4 million phones this quarter, up from the prior projection of 3.6 million. But the forecast for Sprint remains unchanged at 1.75 million.Looking ahead to next year, Susquehanna expects Apple to unveil the iPhone 5 sometime around June.
Apple is expected to ship as many as 30.3 million iPhones this quarter, says investment firm Susquehanna.That estimate is up from the firm's prior projection of 27.1 million. And for Apple's full fiscal 2012 year, which started in October, the company could ship as many as 111.4 million iPhones, up from Susquehanna's previous estimate of 104.4 million.The changes to the forecast stem from the continued heavy demand for the iPhone 4S along with reports that some of the supply chain constraints seem to have been resolved. As a result, Apple has increased its iPhone build plans for both the current quarter and the first quarter of calendar year 2012, says Susquehanna."Demand appears solid as iPhone 4S continues to ship in one to two weeks online and stores are generally sold out for in-store reservation and pickup (still hoping Santa has a few left)," said Susquehanna analyst Jeffrey Fidacaro in an investor's note released yesterday. "These factors, combined with positive color from Best Buy and AT&T, led us to increase our iPhone shipment forecast for North America and modestly for Western Europe and Asia Pacific."Related storiesiPhone sales strong in U.S., U.K., but declining elsewhereAnalyst: Apple to release redesigned iPhone 5 in summer, just one iPad in 2012Unlocked iPhone 4S now working in some T-Mobile network pocketsAmong the different U.S. carriers, AT&T is expected to sell as many as 7.2 million iPhones in the current quarter, up from Susquehanna's previous estimate of 6 million. Verizon Wireless is now projected to sell 4.4 million phones this quarter, up from the prior projection of 3.6 million. But the forecast for Sprint remains unchanged at 1.75 million.Looking ahead to next year, Susquehanna expects Apple to unveil the iPhone 5 sometime around June.
Apple to sell Micro-USB adapter for Lightning but only in Europe
Apple to sell Micro-USB adapter for Lightning but only in Europe
Apple is offering European customers an adapter to let Micro-USB cables talk to the new Lighting interface, but those in the U.S are so far out of luck.Available in Apple's online store in the U.K. and other European countries, the new Lightning to Micro-USB adapter will let people charge and sync their new iPhone 5, iPod Touch, or iPod Nano.Unveiled at the iPhone 5 event yesterday, Apple's new Lightning dock connector is much smaller and narrower than the standard 30-pin connector. It can also be plugged in either orientation. And Apple claims it's more durable than the older dock connector.Folks with a healthy supply of 30-pin connectors lying around can buy the $29 Lightning to 30-pin adapters. But Apple has cautioned that not all 30-pin devices will work with the new adapter. So buyers of a new iPhone, iPod Touch, or Nano may need to purchase even more accessories to use their existing devices.The Lightning to Micro-USB adapter offers a handy alternative to people who already have a stock of Micro-USB cables, thereby eliminating the need to shell out money for additional accessories. The adapter will sell for 15 pounds ($24) and ship within three days.Related storiesApple iPhone 5 gives the world a new connector: LightningApple Lightning Adapter adds life to your old gear Apple's dock connector change is awful, don't kid yourselvesApple takes wraps off iPhone 5, 4 inch screen and allBut why only in Europe?In 2010, the European Commission picked Micro-USB as the official standard, requiring that all smartphones available in Europe be compatible with the interface. Apple was able to get the okay for its 30-pin dock connector by offering a Micro-USB adapter.And what about those of us outside Europe?People can always buy directly from one of the European stores, but that can be pricey with the value added tax included. Instead, it's likely only a matter of time before the new adapters start popping up on eBay.(Via SlashGear)
Apple is offering European customers an adapter to let Micro-USB cables talk to the new Lighting interface, but those in the U.S are so far out of luck.Available in Apple's online store in the U.K. and other European countries, the new Lightning to Micro-USB adapter will let people charge and sync their new iPhone 5, iPod Touch, or iPod Nano.Unveiled at the iPhone 5 event yesterday, Apple's new Lightning dock connector is much smaller and narrower than the standard 30-pin connector. It can also be plugged in either orientation. And Apple claims it's more durable than the older dock connector.Folks with a healthy supply of 30-pin connectors lying around can buy the $29 Lightning to 30-pin adapters. But Apple has cautioned that not all 30-pin devices will work with the new adapter. So buyers of a new iPhone, iPod Touch, or Nano may need to purchase even more accessories to use their existing devices.The Lightning to Micro-USB adapter offers a handy alternative to people who already have a stock of Micro-USB cables, thereby eliminating the need to shell out money for additional accessories. The adapter will sell for 15 pounds ($24) and ship within three days.Related storiesApple iPhone 5 gives the world a new connector: LightningApple Lightning Adapter adds life to your old gear Apple's dock connector change is awful, don't kid yourselvesApple takes wraps off iPhone 5, 4 inch screen and allBut why only in Europe?In 2010, the European Commission picked Micro-USB as the official standard, requiring that all smartphones available in Europe be compatible with the interface. Apple was able to get the okay for its 30-pin dock connector by offering a Micro-USB adapter.And what about those of us outside Europe?People can always buy directly from one of the European stores, but that can be pricey with the value added tax included. Instead, it's likely only a matter of time before the new adapters start popping up on eBay.(Via SlashGear)
Apple to sell contract-free, $350 iPhone, report says
Apple to sell contract-free, $350 iPhone, report says
The latest, courtesy of astory from Boy Genius Report today, has Apple selling a contract-free, $350 iPhone 3GS for the prepaid customer segment. The report also said the next iPhone, which may or may not feature a radical design, will be coming out or announced "by the end of summer, late August-ish."An Apple representative wasn't immediately available to comment on the validity of the report. Apple has been looking at ways to expand its potential base of customers and cement its leadership role in the smartphone world. The company has already expanded its distribution with the addition of Verizon Wireless as a carrier partner. But Apple wants to go after the burgeoning prepaid market, one of the few areas of customer growth still left in the wireless industry. The move comes as Google's Android platform steadily overtakes Apple for smartphone supremacy. The free software is already used by a number of handset manufacturers, allowing it to tackle both the low and high ends of the market. Related stories:• Rumor: Apple to bring iPhone to Sprint• iPhone rumor roundup• Survey: iPhone leads Android among new buyersThe iPhone has traditionally been considered a high-end or aspirational product. But that changed earlier this year when AT&T began selling the iPhone 3GS for $99 with a two-year contract. A contract-free version of the phone for $350 would appeal to consumers that are increasingly reluctant to commit to pricey and long-term agreements. In addition to the lower-end iPhone 3GS and the new iPhone, Boy Genius Report said Apple will continue to sell the iPhone 4, allowing it to have a product in each customer segment. Apple enthusiasts, however, are awaiting the next iPhone, which has seen increasing chatter recently. The latest: a translated report from Sohu.com that claims the iPhone 5 was delayed because of overheating with the A5 processor that powers the device. The International Business Times has a translated story here. The dual-core A5 chip debuted on the iPad 2, but Apple has reportedly been trying to shrink it down to fit into the much smaller iPhone.
The latest, courtesy of astory from Boy Genius Report today, has Apple selling a contract-free, $350 iPhone 3GS for the prepaid customer segment. The report also said the next iPhone, which may or may not feature a radical design, will be coming out or announced "by the end of summer, late August-ish."An Apple representative wasn't immediately available to comment on the validity of the report. Apple has been looking at ways to expand its potential base of customers and cement its leadership role in the smartphone world. The company has already expanded its distribution with the addition of Verizon Wireless as a carrier partner. But Apple wants to go after the burgeoning prepaid market, one of the few areas of customer growth still left in the wireless industry. The move comes as Google's Android platform steadily overtakes Apple for smartphone supremacy. The free software is already used by a number of handset manufacturers, allowing it to tackle both the low and high ends of the market. Related stories:• Rumor: Apple to bring iPhone to Sprint• iPhone rumor roundup• Survey: iPhone leads Android among new buyersThe iPhone has traditionally been considered a high-end or aspirational product. But that changed earlier this year when AT&T began selling the iPhone 3GS for $99 with a two-year contract. A contract-free version of the phone for $350 would appeal to consumers that are increasingly reluctant to commit to pricey and long-term agreements. In addition to the lower-end iPhone 3GS and the new iPhone, Boy Genius Report said Apple will continue to sell the iPhone 4, allowing it to have a product in each customer segment. Apple enthusiasts, however, are awaiting the next iPhone, which has seen increasing chatter recently. The latest: a translated report from Sohu.com that claims the iPhone 5 was delayed because of overheating with the A5 processor that powers the device. The International Business Times has a translated story here. The dual-core A5 chip debuted on the iPad 2, but Apple has reportedly been trying to shrink it down to fit into the much smaller iPhone.
Apple to sell 107 million iPhones in 2012, analyst says
Apple to sell 107 million iPhones in 2012, analyst says
With Apple's iPhone event just a day away, one analyst says the smartphone's shipments could reach new heights, according to a report.In a recent note to investors, Janney Capital Markets analyst Bill Choi wrote--according to AllThingsD, which obtained a copy of the document--that Apple will ship 84 million smartphone units this year alone. Next year, iPhone shipments will reach as high as 107 million units, Choi said, according to AllThingsD.So far, it has been another successful year for the iPhone. In Apple's fiscal second quarter ended March 26, the company sold 18.7 million iPhones. In its fiscal third quarter ended June 26, iPhone sales hit 20.3 million.Choi reportedly said that the iPhone is currently shipping to 105 countries and 228 carrier networks. However, because Apple has yet to ink key deals with other major carriers, including Sprint and T-Mobile in the U.S., as well as China Mobile, there is still a major opportunity for growth.Related stories:• Apple iPhone shipments to hit 95 million in 2011?• Apple to sell 149 million iPads in '15, researcher says• Apple suppliers eying strong quarter from iPhone 5Choi isn't the only person who's bullish on iPhone shipments. In August, DigiTimes cited sources who claimed Apple was planning to ship as many as 95 million iPhones this year.But it's not just the iPhone. Last month, research firm Gartner said it believes Apple will ship a whopping 149 million iPads in 2015. In 2012, the research firm says, Apple could ship 69 million iPads.For its part, Apple, which will announce its fiscal fourth quarter earnings later this month, has not commented on how many iPhones or iPads it expects to sell this year.Much of Apple's success in the final quarter of calendar year 2011 relies on what the company will announce tomorrow at its iPhone event. As usual, Apple has been tight-lipped on its plans for the future of its smartphone, but the latest rumors suggest the company will unveil two new iPhones at the event.Apple did not immediately respond to CNET's request for comment on Choi's comments.
With Apple's iPhone event just a day away, one analyst says the smartphone's shipments could reach new heights, according to a report.In a recent note to investors, Janney Capital Markets analyst Bill Choi wrote--according to AllThingsD, which obtained a copy of the document--that Apple will ship 84 million smartphone units this year alone. Next year, iPhone shipments will reach as high as 107 million units, Choi said, according to AllThingsD.So far, it has been another successful year for the iPhone. In Apple's fiscal second quarter ended March 26, the company sold 18.7 million iPhones. In its fiscal third quarter ended June 26, iPhone sales hit 20.3 million.Choi reportedly said that the iPhone is currently shipping to 105 countries and 228 carrier networks. However, because Apple has yet to ink key deals with other major carriers, including Sprint and T-Mobile in the U.S., as well as China Mobile, there is still a major opportunity for growth.Related stories:• Apple iPhone shipments to hit 95 million in 2011?• Apple to sell 149 million iPads in '15, researcher says• Apple suppliers eying strong quarter from iPhone 5Choi isn't the only person who's bullish on iPhone shipments. In August, DigiTimes cited sources who claimed Apple was planning to ship as many as 95 million iPhones this year.But it's not just the iPhone. Last month, research firm Gartner said it believes Apple will ship a whopping 149 million iPads in 2015. In 2012, the research firm says, Apple could ship 69 million iPads.For its part, Apple, which will announce its fiscal fourth quarter earnings later this month, has not commented on how many iPhones or iPads it expects to sell this year.Much of Apple's success in the final quarter of calendar year 2011 relies on what the company will announce tomorrow at its iPhone event. As usual, Apple has been tight-lipped on its plans for the future of its smartphone, but the latest rumors suggest the company will unveil two new iPhones at the event.Apple did not immediately respond to CNET's request for comment on Choi's comments.
Apple to sell 75 million low-cost iPhones next year, says analyst
Apple to sell 75 million low-cost iPhones next year, says analyst
A low-cost iPhone could see unit sales of 75 million in 2014, projects Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster.In an investors note released today, Munster said he expects Apple to sell a $300 non-subsidized iPhone starting in September. Such a device is likely to trigger a 30 percent cannibalization rate, which means that for every three low-cost iPhones sold, one full-price iPhone is cannibalized.As such, Apple's share of the high-end smartphone market may dip to 37 percent next year from 43 percent last year. But its share of the low-end (under $400) market will rise to 11 percent in 2014 from nothing in 2012.Nearer term, Munster is eyeing flat iPhone growth for the current quarter ending in June, down from his prior forecast of a 15 percent gain. That would mean unit sales for the iPhone of around 26 million. As a result, Apple's overall revenues for the quarter are expected to reach $35.1 billion, down from Munster's previous estimate of $37.6 billion.Wall Street in general is more optimistic, eyeing around 33 million in iPhone sales this quarter and around $39.6 billion in total revenue.Rumors have been flying lately that Apple will unveil a low-cost, non-subsidized iPhone this year geared toward developing markets such as China. Some of those rumors have been driven by Apple analysts.BTIG analyst Walter Piecyk expects Apple to charge $300 for the phone and launch it by year's end. Piecyk believes Apple needs such a device to boost its earnings and market share. KGI Securities' Ming-Chi Kuo thinks Apple will start rolling out the iPhone 5S and the lower-end model as soon as July.
A low-cost iPhone could see unit sales of 75 million in 2014, projects Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster.In an investors note released today, Munster said he expects Apple to sell a $300 non-subsidized iPhone starting in September. Such a device is likely to trigger a 30 percent cannibalization rate, which means that for every three low-cost iPhones sold, one full-price iPhone is cannibalized.As such, Apple's share of the high-end smartphone market may dip to 37 percent next year from 43 percent last year. But its share of the low-end (under $400) market will rise to 11 percent in 2014 from nothing in 2012.Nearer term, Munster is eyeing flat iPhone growth for the current quarter ending in June, down from his prior forecast of a 15 percent gain. That would mean unit sales for the iPhone of around 26 million. As a result, Apple's overall revenues for the quarter are expected to reach $35.1 billion, down from Munster's previous estimate of $37.6 billion.Wall Street in general is more optimistic, eyeing around 33 million in iPhone sales this quarter and around $39.6 billion in total revenue.Rumors have been flying lately that Apple will unveil a low-cost, non-subsidized iPhone this year geared toward developing markets such as China. Some of those rumors have been driven by Apple analysts.BTIG analyst Walter Piecyk expects Apple to charge $300 for the phone and launch it by year's end. Piecyk believes Apple needs such a device to boost its earnings and market share. KGI Securities' Ming-Chi Kuo thinks Apple will start rolling out the iPhone 5S and the lower-end model as soon as July.
Apple- Thanks for the 'customer feedback' on the Maps flap
Apple: Thanks for the 'customer feedback' on the Maps flap
Hey, everyone! Apple wants to thank you for laughing at its Maps app flap.Yes, that's the new iOS 6 feature that Apple rolled itself (with the assistance of GPS wizards at TomTom) in order to divorce Google Maps. It's the very same feature that has trended on Twitter (and CNET) for most of the day, thanks to maps that elide details, panoramic views that wrinkle airport runways and collapse bridges into canyons, cityscapes that yaw and stretch "Inception"-style, and navigation directions that point the wrong way. The same app whose 3D maps Gizmodo dubbed an "apocalyptic horror show."Toto, we're not in "it just works" territory any more.Maps woes in Apple iOS 6: How bad? (pict...See full gallery1 - 4 / 16NextPrevApple, of course, is maintaining a stiff upper lip that would do Winston Churchill proud, even in the face of the Internet's vast amusement. Here's what Apple spokeswoman Trudy Muller told us, eventually:Customers around the world are upgrading to iOS 6 with over 200 new features including Apple Maps, our first map service. We are excited to offer this service with innovative new features like Flyover and Siri integration, and free turn by turn navigation. We launched this new map service knowing that it is a major initiative and we are just getting started with it. We are continuously improving it, and as Maps is a cloud-based solution, the more people use it, the better it will get. We're also working with developers to integrate some of the amazing transit apps in the App Store into iOS Maps. We appreciate all of the customer feedback and are working hard to make the customer experience even better.So keep that feedback coming, folks. If you haven't already, make sure you have a look at the Amazing iOS 6 Maps Tumblr, which has become ground zero for all things Apple Maps Flap related.We've contacted Apple for comment ourselves, and will update when we hear back.Updated 8:08 a.m. PT on September 21 with Apple comment
Hey, everyone! Apple wants to thank you for laughing at its Maps app flap.Yes, that's the new iOS 6 feature that Apple rolled itself (with the assistance of GPS wizards at TomTom) in order to divorce Google Maps. It's the very same feature that has trended on Twitter (and CNET) for most of the day, thanks to maps that elide details, panoramic views that wrinkle airport runways and collapse bridges into canyons, cityscapes that yaw and stretch "Inception"-style, and navigation directions that point the wrong way. The same app whose 3D maps Gizmodo dubbed an "apocalyptic horror show."Toto, we're not in "it just works" territory any more.Maps woes in Apple iOS 6: How bad? (pict...See full gallery1 - 4 / 16NextPrevApple, of course, is maintaining a stiff upper lip that would do Winston Churchill proud, even in the face of the Internet's vast amusement. Here's what Apple spokeswoman Trudy Muller told us, eventually:Customers around the world are upgrading to iOS 6 with over 200 new features including Apple Maps, our first map service. We are excited to offer this service with innovative new features like Flyover and Siri integration, and free turn by turn navigation. We launched this new map service knowing that it is a major initiative and we are just getting started with it. We are continuously improving it, and as Maps is a cloud-based solution, the more people use it, the better it will get. We're also working with developers to integrate some of the amazing transit apps in the App Store into iOS Maps. We appreciate all of the customer feedback and are working hard to make the customer experience even better.So keep that feedback coming, folks. If you haven't already, make sure you have a look at the Amazing iOS 6 Maps Tumblr, which has become ground zero for all things Apple Maps Flap related.We've contacted Apple for comment ourselves, and will update when we hear back.Updated 8:08 a.m. PT on September 21 with Apple comment
Apple testing NFC chips in next-gen iPhone-
Apple testing NFC chips in next-gen iPhone?
Apple raised some eyebrows over the weekend when news spread it had hired an expert in mobile payments. But now there's a report that says the company is already testing a prototype iPhone with near-field communication (NFC) chips inside, which could pave the way for using future iPhones as a mobile wallet.TechCrunch heard from an unnamed source that on Tuesday Apple is testing an iPhone with NFC chips it's ordered from NXP Semiconductor. It's not clear what kind of tests, and it could be very preliminary in nature. But coupled with the hire of Benjamin Vigier from mFoundry as mobile payments product manager, it does seem possible that Apple could be planning to open up its premier product to the world of commerce outside of iTunes.First, what is NFC? It's a technology that allows data to be sent wirelessly over very short distances, around 4 inches. It sends data from a chip inside a device like a phone, to a payment terminal, or even another device. While mobile payments is an obvious use--this is used in places outside the U.S. for things like paying bus or train fare--it's not the only one. It could also be used to transfer data between devices very near each other, say an iPhone and a laptop.But using it for payments seems like almost a no-brainer for Apple, which has 150 million credit cards already hooked up to iTunes accounts, as CEO Steve Jobs announced in Juneto its annual meeting of developers. Plus, this is a burgeoning area of the wireless world. There are applications being built for iOS devices as well as Android and other platforms that enable mobile payment, so why not just build a contactless payments feature right into the iPhone hardware? (For an overview of the current state of mobile payments, see my colleague Jessica Dolcourt's post from Friday.)Apple tends to ship new iPhones in the early summer, so if Apple does end up putting NFC chips in the next version of the phone we'll still have wait awhile to see what they come up with.
Apple raised some eyebrows over the weekend when news spread it had hired an expert in mobile payments. But now there's a report that says the company is already testing a prototype iPhone with near-field communication (NFC) chips inside, which could pave the way for using future iPhones as a mobile wallet.TechCrunch heard from an unnamed source that on Tuesday Apple is testing an iPhone with NFC chips it's ordered from NXP Semiconductor. It's not clear what kind of tests, and it could be very preliminary in nature. But coupled with the hire of Benjamin Vigier from mFoundry as mobile payments product manager, it does seem possible that Apple could be planning to open up its premier product to the world of commerce outside of iTunes.First, what is NFC? It's a technology that allows data to be sent wirelessly over very short distances, around 4 inches. It sends data from a chip inside a device like a phone, to a payment terminal, or even another device. While mobile payments is an obvious use--this is used in places outside the U.S. for things like paying bus or train fare--it's not the only one. It could also be used to transfer data between devices very near each other, say an iPhone and a laptop.But using it for payments seems like almost a no-brainer for Apple, which has 150 million credit cards already hooked up to iTunes accounts, as CEO Steve Jobs announced in Juneto its annual meeting of developers. Plus, this is a burgeoning area of the wireless world. There are applications being built for iOS devices as well as Android and other platforms that enable mobile payment, so why not just build a contactless payments feature right into the iPhone hardware? (For an overview of the current state of mobile payments, see my colleague Jessica Dolcourt's post from Friday.)Apple tends to ship new iPhones in the early summer, so if Apple does end up putting NFC chips in the next version of the phone we'll still have wait awhile to see what they come up with.
Apple- Test your luck! Maybe we'll let you buy an iPhone
Apple: Test your luck! Maybe we'll let you buy an iPhone
Looking to minimize large lines and unhappy shoppers, Apple is testing out a new type of reservation system that lets people sign up in hopes of getting a crack at buying a new iPhone in its sole Hong Kong retail store.Over the weekend, Apple began testing a new lottery-style system there that lets customers sign up for a chance to get a reservation, replacing the previous system that would open up briefly and let anyone who was online at the time nab a spot. "If you don't receive an email, we were unable to reserve an iPhone for you, and you can try again another time," the new reservation site, which was spotted by 9to5Mac reads. "Only those who receive an email confirming their reservation will be able to purchase an iPhone; we will not be selling iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S to walk-in customers."Along with the new registration tool, Apple requires those who manage to get a spot in the lottery to provide a "government-issued photo ID" that matches the name and ID number on the reservation--a move that's aimed at keeping people from giving away their reservations to others. Apple began selling the iPhone 4S in Hong Kong and 14 other countries in early November, weeks ahead of its debut in mainland China. Difficulty in obtaining phones there has reportedly sent some shoppers to Hong Kong to pick up a device--behavior the lottery system may curtail.Apple opened up its Hong Kong store, its first in the region, near the end of September to huge crowds of shoppers, many of whom were believed to be iPhone 4S scalpers.The two floor retail space is located in Hong Kong's International Financial Center Mall, and is rumored to be one of Apple's most expensive stores yet based on rent.
Looking to minimize large lines and unhappy shoppers, Apple is testing out a new type of reservation system that lets people sign up in hopes of getting a crack at buying a new iPhone in its sole Hong Kong retail store.Over the weekend, Apple began testing a new lottery-style system there that lets customers sign up for a chance to get a reservation, replacing the previous system that would open up briefly and let anyone who was online at the time nab a spot. "If you don't receive an email, we were unable to reserve an iPhone for you, and you can try again another time," the new reservation site, which was spotted by 9to5Mac reads. "Only those who receive an email confirming their reservation will be able to purchase an iPhone; we will not be selling iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S to walk-in customers."Along with the new registration tool, Apple requires those who manage to get a spot in the lottery to provide a "government-issued photo ID" that matches the name and ID number on the reservation--a move that's aimed at keeping people from giving away their reservations to others. Apple began selling the iPhone 4S in Hong Kong and 14 other countries in early November, weeks ahead of its debut in mainland China. Difficulty in obtaining phones there has reportedly sent some shoppers to Hong Kong to pick up a device--behavior the lottery system may curtail.Apple opened up its Hong Kong store, its first in the region, near the end of September to huge crowds of shoppers, many of whom were believed to be iPhone 4S scalpers.The two floor retail space is located in Hong Kong's International Financial Center Mall, and is rumored to be one of Apple's most expensive stores yet based on rent.
Apple temporarily halts Russian online sales over currency issues
Apple temporarily halts Russian online sales over currency issues
Russian customers waiting for Apple's iPhone 6 will have to wait longer.The Cupertino, Calif., electronics giant on Tuesday temporarily shuttered its online store in the Eastern European country because of the instability of Russia's currency. Apple doesn't operate physical stores in the country, and the company declined to say when it would resume online sales there."Due to extreme fluctuations in the value of the ruble, our online store in Russia is currently unavailable while we review pricing. We apologize to customers for any inconvenience," Apple said in a statement.The ruble has been dropping sharply in recent days following the declining price of oil -- the commodity that props up Russia's economy. Russia's currency lost about 20 percent of its value against the US dollar Tuesday despite efforts by the government to stem the decline.Emerging markets are key for Apple's growth, with the company and rivals turning to the regions to attract new customers. Apple doesn't break out Russia sales, but analysts estimate only a small fraction of sales come from the country. Revenue from Europe overall climbed 19 percent, to $9.54 billion, in the fiscal fourth quarter. And executives have often touted the growth in BRIC countries -- Brazil, Russia, India and China -- during earnings calls. In October, Apple CEO Tim Cook said iPad sales climbed 20 percent in the combined countries during all of fiscal 2014, helping counteract declines in other regions.But the falling value of the ruble has caused Apple and other companies to reevaluate the price of goods in the country. Apple last month boosted iPhone 6 pricing by 25 percent in Russia, according to Bloomberg, which earlier reported the online store closing. The falling ruble value had made the iPhone cheaper in Russia than in any other country in Europe before Apple increased pricing in November.
Russian customers waiting for Apple's iPhone 6 will have to wait longer.The Cupertino, Calif., electronics giant on Tuesday temporarily shuttered its online store in the Eastern European country because of the instability of Russia's currency. Apple doesn't operate physical stores in the country, and the company declined to say when it would resume online sales there."Due to extreme fluctuations in the value of the ruble, our online store in Russia is currently unavailable while we review pricing. We apologize to customers for any inconvenience," Apple said in a statement.The ruble has been dropping sharply in recent days following the declining price of oil -- the commodity that props up Russia's economy. Russia's currency lost about 20 percent of its value against the US dollar Tuesday despite efforts by the government to stem the decline.Emerging markets are key for Apple's growth, with the company and rivals turning to the regions to attract new customers. Apple doesn't break out Russia sales, but analysts estimate only a small fraction of sales come from the country. Revenue from Europe overall climbed 19 percent, to $9.54 billion, in the fiscal fourth quarter. And executives have often touted the growth in BRIC countries -- Brazil, Russia, India and China -- during earnings calls. In October, Apple CEO Tim Cook said iPad sales climbed 20 percent in the combined countries during all of fiscal 2014, helping counteract declines in other regions.But the falling value of the ruble has caused Apple and other companies to reevaluate the price of goods in the country. Apple last month boosted iPhone 6 pricing by 25 percent in Russia, according to Bloomberg, which earlier reported the online store closing. The falling ruble value had made the iPhone cheaper in Russia than in any other country in Europe before Apple increased pricing in November.
Apple tells site to stop selling iPhone 5 mod kits
Apple tells site to stop selling iPhone 5 mod kits
If you want to buy a mod kit that will turn your iPhone 4 or 4S into what some expect the next iPhone will look like, you've only got two more days.iPhone5mod.com, a China-based site selling iPhone 5 mod kits, posted on its blog today that Apple is stopping the company from selling any more its product.A company authorized by the iPhone manufacturer sent the site a cease and desist letter, saying iPhone5mod.com is selling "counterfeit Apple merchandise," according to the blog post."We are sorry to announce that we have received a warning letter from some company who so-called authorized by Apple asking us to pull down the iPhone 5 Mod," the post reads. "In order to prevent further troubles we will stop selling the iPhone 5 Mod within next 48 hours. Customers who have already ordered, we will still ship out your order on time and will only debit/capture your payment upon ship out. New customers who want to order, please order within the next 48 hours, we will process your order accordingly."The site has placed a cease and desist countdown on the product page, showing how many hours customers have left to make orders.No word from Apple yet on whether the letter is real. Companies often send cease and desist letters to other companies that are allegedly infringing on their copyrights as a warning -- a preamble to an actual lawsuit. Based on the sites photos, it appears the mod kit sports the Apple logo and the word "iPhone" on the case.This mod kit company, which promises more mods in the future, clearly saw this coming. Its product description explains that the kit is based on "leaked" iPhone 5 designs and is available for a limited period of time."This is to prevent Apple from hunting us down, but do not worry, we will still ship out every single order even if Apple do contact us," the product description said.
If you want to buy a mod kit that will turn your iPhone 4 or 4S into what some expect the next iPhone will look like, you've only got two more days.iPhone5mod.com, a China-based site selling iPhone 5 mod kits, posted on its blog today that Apple is stopping the company from selling any more its product.A company authorized by the iPhone manufacturer sent the site a cease and desist letter, saying iPhone5mod.com is selling "counterfeit Apple merchandise," according to the blog post."We are sorry to announce that we have received a warning letter from some company who so-called authorized by Apple asking us to pull down the iPhone 5 Mod," the post reads. "In order to prevent further troubles we will stop selling the iPhone 5 Mod within next 48 hours. Customers who have already ordered, we will still ship out your order on time and will only debit/capture your payment upon ship out. New customers who want to order, please order within the next 48 hours, we will process your order accordingly."The site has placed a cease and desist countdown on the product page, showing how many hours customers have left to make orders.No word from Apple yet on whether the letter is real. Companies often send cease and desist letters to other companies that are allegedly infringing on their copyrights as a warning -- a preamble to an actual lawsuit. Based on the sites photos, it appears the mod kit sports the Apple logo and the word "iPhone" on the case.This mod kit company, which promises more mods in the future, clearly saw this coming. Its product description explains that the kit is based on "leaked" iPhone 5 designs and is available for a limited period of time."This is to prevent Apple from hunting us down, but do not worry, we will still ship out every single order even if Apple do contact us," the product description said.
What Movie Character's Clothes Do You Wish You Owned
Maybe I;m weird, but I spent a lot of time during Spike Jonze;s Her thinking about the men;s fashions of its near-future setting, especially the beltless high-waisted pants. Or maybe I;m not that weird, because the new movie has actually inspired a line of clothing from Opening Ceremony. They;re not the exact designs we see worn by Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams and the rest on-screen, but there are some similar pants as well as shirts that already have safety pins affixed to the pockets (to hold your smartphone high enough for the camera to poke over the top). It;s too bad most of you won;t see Her until mid January, becuase otherwise you;d want to put these items on your holiday wish list.For now, you can tell us what other movie character;s apparel would be on that wish list, or at least some close-enough clothing designs. What other movies should the designers at Opening Ceremony do a line based on? Before you say Jonze;s Where the Wild Things Are, they;ve already done fur-filled fashions in collaboration with that one. And if you;re thinking about something sexy, check out Flavorwire;s list of pop culture-inspired lingerie, which includes pieces and sets modeled off Blade Runner, Barbarella and the works of Alfred Hitchcock and David Lynch.To further start the discussion, I;ve got some ideas of my own. Provided these could actually exist, would look good on me and could fit in acceptably with today;s real fashions, I would love to wear: Han Solo;s iconic getup; Harpo Marx;s trenchcoat filled with goodies; Rutger Hauer;s outfits from Blade Runner (when he;s wearing outfits); Colin Firth;s suits in A Single Man; Marty McFly;s future outfit from Back to the Future Part II -- no, the other one, with the double-tie look; Garrett Hedlund;s glow suit in TRON: Legacy (I;d be a much cooler TRON Guy than the TRON Guy we know and love); the title character;s masculine suits from Annie Hall (well, they are masculine) and Donald Duck;s pantsless sailor suit (I did say if the clothes could be socially acceptable).What movie character;s clothes do you wish you could own?Here are some responses received so far via Twitter:@thefilmcynic Nic Cage;s snakeskin jacket in Wild At Heart— David Watson (@filmthug) December 9, 2013Obviously the jacket & sneaks from BTTF2 RT @thefilmcynic: POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)?— ErikDavis (@ErikDavis) December 9, 2013Amy Adams in ;American Hustle; RT @thefilmcynic: POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)?— Mike Sampson (@mjsamps) December 9, 2013Iron Man;s suit RT @thefilmcynic: POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)?— B² (@jaxjaggywires) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic: POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)? Jame;s Bond Skyfall wardrobe by Tom Ford.— elmayimbe (@elmayimbe) December 9, 2013Craig;s Tom Ford suits in Skyfall. RT @thefilmcynic POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)?— George Roush (@elguapo1) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic Business/formal: James Bond. Casual: Indiana Jones. Beach: James Bond.— Brian J. Roan (@BrianJRoan) December 9, 2013Colin Firth;s suits from A Single Man RT @thefilmcynic: POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)?— timpelan (@johnneyred) December 9, 2013Luke;s jacket from Star Wars medal scene RT @thefilmcynic: POLL: What movie character;s clothes do you wish you owned (and could pull off)?— timpelan (@johnneyred) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic @elmayimbe gonna have to go with Harrison Fords gear in bladerunner. That coat, tho! #dope— GuyOnTheHigh (@guyonthehigh) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic @elmayimbe Arnold;s outfit in Conan the Barbarian.— Stantana (@Stantana1) December 9, 2013@elmayimbe @thefilmcynic Captain Kirk;s uniform— lido giovacchini (@saintwalker98) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic Caine;s blue mohair suit in Get Carter. I;d wear it every day until the seat wore out.— Clothes on Film (@Clothesonfilm) December 9, 2013Gosling Drive jacket without looking like a douche. RT @ErikDavis @thefilmcynic: movie character clothes you wish you owned & could pull off— Wouter De Bruycker (@wouterdebr) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic The Dude;s sweater/robe from The Big Lebowski. I;d sport that all year long!— Simon Lundahl (@AnIrishGiant) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic Mad Max— justin robinson (@TheJSRobinson) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic @elmayimbe Counselor from this movie The Counselor.— R. Khalil (@myinnermind1) December 9, 2013@TheJSRobinson @thefilmcynic The Hunger Games lady— Elliott Garstin (@elliottgarstin) December 9, 2013@thefilmcynic Joaquin Phoenix in HER.— Cory Everett
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