Supply chain report points to 32- and 37-inch Apple iTV in 2012
Apple will be launching 32- and 37-inch versions of a dedicated Apple television set in the second or third quarter of 2012, according to supply chain sources speaking to DigiTimes on Tuesday. Apple will be focusing on those two sizes initially, the sources claim.
Apple iOS holiday activations reach lofty heights
Apple's iOS devices were popular gifts during the holiday weekend, as you might expect. According to a new study, there were 12.5 times more devices accessing games and apps using one major analytics platform than during previous weekends, in fact. Android fared almost as well, too.
Apple’s Santa Siri ad: The most effective ad of the holiday season
Apple's Siri ad featuring the jolly old elf was 2011's most effective holiday advertisement according to viewer reaction as measured by Ace Metrix, a TV ad analysis firm. The Apple spot featuring Santa Claus using Siri also exemplified a trend this year: specifically, "Santa sells."
Study: Apple’s iPhone, iPad account for 90 percent of mobile purchases
f people are buying through online retail sites on mobile, they're most likely doing so on Apple devices, according to a new report. iPads and iPhones accounted for over 92 percent of online retail not originating from a desktop device in December, according to the study.
Analyst: Apple to skip iPad mini in 2012, keep low-cost iPad 2 instead
Apple's plans for a 7-inch iPad are a very hot topic heading into the new year, but they may not bear any tangible fruit for consumers in 2012. A Wedge Partners analyst doesn't think it's in the cards. Instead, Apple might offer a cheaper iPad 2.
Apple details iTunes in the Cloud and iTunes Match international availability
Apple has finally made it very clear exactly which media content can be made available in the cloud in which countries for Automatic Downloads and Apple TV streaming, as well as listing the 17 countries where iTunes Match is available. 
Magic Cable Duo review: Durable double-duty dynamo
Cables that do the job of more than one are a noble breed of accessory, and Innergie's Magic Cable Duo cuts down on the need for both multiple cables and external adapters. Here are my impressions of Innergie's versatile mobile charging accessory after a week's use.
Two-screen Apple gaming gets a boost with Real Racing 2 for Mac
One thing iOS and Mac developers need to take more advantage of is the halo effect of Apple's devices. Real Racing 2 for the Mac, is a perfect example of how to capitalize on that with value-added features.
LogMeIn provides free remote Mac access from iOS devices
LogMeIn has a nice holiday gift for iOS device owners this season: a new free app that provides remote viewing access and control of Macs and PCs on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. It's basically what the paid LogMeIn Ignition provides, without ads or limitations.
iPhone strong in Britain, but underwhelming in rest of Europe
Apple's iPhone 4S has propelled Cupertino's smartphone share back to growth in many markets, including Britain, according to new data from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech released Thursday. But Apple's latest smartphone isn't leading to runaway success everywhere, owing in part to economic concerns.
Apple unlikely to secure Galaxy Tab 10.1N ban in Germany
According to a preliminary assessment from the Dusseldorf regional court in Germany on Thursday, Apple isn't very likely to succeed in its attempts to get the redesigned Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1N tablet barred from sale in that country via injunction.
Jaybird Freedom Bluetooth headset review: Great push-up partner
Finding good Bluetooth headphones is a pain, and even big names with strong reputations in audio won't necessarily come through for this category. But niche headphone maker Jaybird has done a terrific job with its Freedom headset, which combines good audio with gym-friendly features.
