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Multi-tasking coming to next-gen iPhone OS?

AppleInsider: Apple this summer will go a long way towards silencing critics and catering to one of the most prevalent demands of its iPhone user base, when it introduces a multitasking solution through the handset’s 4.0 software update that will finally allow several third party apps to run concurrently and in the background. theAppleBlog: The [...]

New iPhone has 3 megapixel still and video camera

The new iPhone 3GS (not much of a cool name, betting personally it’ll be called iPhone Video by the press) includes a 3 megapixel camera used for shooting stills and videos. Here’s Apple’s description of the camera: “iPhone 3G S features a new 3 megapixel autofocus camera that takes amazing pictures and video, making it [...]

New iPhone controlled by talking to it

Talking to your phone will no longer be reserved for the crazies: the new iPhone announced today includes voice control. From Apple: ”The voice control feature in iPhone 3G S offers hands free operation for both iPhone and iPod functions. Simply speak the appropriate commands into the built-in microphone or headset microphone to dial by name [...]

New iPhones, extra OS 3.0 features for WWDC?

The latest and greatest of iPhone rumors ahead of tomorrow’s WWDC: New iPhones, if unveiled, COULD:  be “ultra-thin,” include a front-facing camera as TechCrunch suggests, a matte black finish, go on sale at WWDC – which would make tons of people happy, be available in 16GB and 32GB models, include a low-cost 4GB iPhone, the [...]

How to prepare for iPhone OS 3.0

Tips on what to do in prep for iPhone OS 3.0 update — whenever it arrives. Sync & back-up: Make sure to sync your iPhone before updating the software. This way, if there are any problems during the update your computer will have a recent back-up of your iPhone (photos, recent calls and voicemails, text [...]