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Rumoured Mini iPads to cost $250 to $300 with 6M units being planned for Q3 launch

By On · In iPad

From Kotako

Chinese net portal, NetEase, has a story on a rumored new mini Apple tablet. NetEase claimed that the device will be released around the third quarter of this year to “counter attack” the upcoming Windows tablets. The report further claims that the devices will cost anywhere from US$249 to $299 and that there will be an initial 6 million units ready for launch.

We’ve always been sceptical of the iPad mini rumours since Steve jobs felt  7.85 inches was too small for a tablet and Apple generally keeps its product range very tight. The main thoughts of the moment are that Apple will be launching the tablet to directly compete with the kindle fire and other similar tablets. If so, this seems like more of a tactical business decision and not a very Apple ‘product centered’ one.

If the iPad mini is to be released, it may be a sign of the ending of the Job’s era (which launched Apple to its current market leading status) and towards the standard profit centred business model employed by Apple’s (less successful) rivals. Then again, it could be ‘one more thing’ to surprise us.

[kotaku via 9to5mac]

Apple Releases Flashback Malware Removal Tool

By On · In Industry News, Mac

Apple has recently launched a free Flashback malware removal tool, which is bundled with an update to Java on OS X that hit the Web recently. If you don’t have Java installed on your Mac, you can also download the malware removal tool as a standalone app. Once installed, if malware is found on your Mac a dialogue box will display, notifying you that the offending malware has been removed from your computer.

Apple replacing some white iPhone 4 models with 4S

By On · In iPhone

9to5mac has received multiple reports that Apple stores lacking the 16GB white iPhone 4 have been told to replace it the newer 4S model due to inventory constraints.

This means those heading to the Apple store with their broken iPhone 4 could walk out with a 4S with the faster A5 chip, improved camera and Siri. The stores thought to be effect are throughout the US and Canada with other regions unknown. If your lucky enough to get yourself one of these complimentary upgrades, let us know!

Mass Effect: Infilitrator updated – play as a Turian and aim manually

By On · In App Updates, Games

The iOS spin on the popular sci-fi series has received an update adding a new bonus level, a Turian character and iPad retina optimisation.

The game differs from the mass effect series in its linear gameplay where your few choices (kill someone or let them go – several times) have no effect other than to now, change your biotic colour and scarring. The game isnt the best thing to happen to Mass Effect but it’s not a bad little mobile spin off and what could be worse than the ending to ME3 anyway?

The full list of changes are,

  • Manual Aiming – Use your own skills to take down enemies. Simply disable the “tap-to-aim” function in the Options section to try it. We’ve also improved the responsiveness of “tap-to-aim.”
  • New Mission Rewards – Earn bonus credits and boost War Assets if you score 3 stars on every checkpoint.
  • Paragon & Renegade – Now your facial scars and biotic colors will change with the choices you make (are you good or evil)?
  • Optimized for the new iPad – Discover high-resolution gaming like never before with smoother performance and Retina display enhancements!

If you haven’t got it already check out Mass Effect: Infilitrator in the app store.

Infinity Blade II Updated: Adds ClashMob – Form A Mob, Clash With Titans

By On · In App News, App Updates, Games

Epic Games’ breathtaking Infinity Blade II (universal, $4.99) has just received an update, adding a new game mode – “ClashMob” – via which fans can engage in some great multiplayer gameplay. In version 1.1 of the app, players can recruit friends, form a mob, take on titans and earn brand-new achievements and awards. Furthermore, in the app’s release notes, Epic Games notes that in a future update, an expanded single-player campaign mode will be added. You can download Infinity Blade II, which is best enjoyed on the new iPad, for just $4.99.