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The iPad is a tablet computer from Apple that runs the iOS mobile operating system. Similar in functionality to the iPhone, the iPads purpose is often quite different, sometimes even serving as a general desktop computer replacement.

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The Clamshell iBook Used as iPad Stand, Very Unique!

Dec 21, 2010 - 8 Comments

Remember the old clamshell iBook? The precursor to the MacBook, the weird looking multi-colored iBook was large, bulbous, and…. unique. Well, now you can use that very iBook as an iPad stand if you really want to, maybe hollow out the screen and stick it in there. A bit of the old and new, all … Read More

Create iAds Easily with iAd Producer

Dec 20, 2010 - 6 Comments

Apple’s newly released iAd Producer aims to ease the iAd creation process with a set of powerful tools that allow Mac users to create compelling interactive advertisements fit for the iOS platform. iAd Producer features an easy to use visual editor that manages the creation of all HTML5, CSS3, and Javascript behind the iAd, greatly … Read More

iPad 5-in-1 Connection Kit: USB, Micro-USB, SD, Micro-SD, and TV

Dec 20, 2010 - 5 Comments

How would you like a 5 in 1 connector kit for your iPad? It has USB, Micro-USB, SD, Micro-SD, and a TV connector. Discovered by GizChina, it looks like this is only available in China at the moment. Let’s hope someone brings it to the rest of the world, I bet this would sell quite … Read More

The Elago P2 is a Great Looking iPad Stand

Dec 16, 2010 - 1 Comment

If you’re looking for an iPad stand that actually looks like it belongs to an Apple product, this just might be it. The Elago P2 stand is made out of aluminum and looks like it came right out of Apple to go perfectly with the iPad, in fact it makes the iPad look a lot … Read More

Smaller iPad coming? Return of the iPad mini rumors

Dec 14, 2010 - 2 Comments

It’s safe to assume that iPad 2 will have dual cameras, shed some weight, and likely even have a higher resolution screen, but that’s not enough for the rumor mill. The latest claim surrounding the popular tablet is that an unspecified smaller iPad will soon be offered alongside the regular 10″ version. This rumor comes … Read More

Disable In App Purchases for the iOS App Store on iPhone / iPad

Dec 12, 2010 - 12 Comments

If you plan on giving a child an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad as a gift, or even for them just to use for a little while, you may want to disable in-app purchases (IAP). This prevents accidental and unintentional purchases, and it can avoid receiving a shocking iTunes account bill down the road when … Read More

iPad 2 will have dual cameras, high res display, slimmer and lighter

Dec 10, 2010 - 4 Comments

A new report from Reuters claims that iPad 2 will have front and rear facing cameras, in addition to a slimmer and lighter design that includes a higher resolution display. Citing several component suppliers, Reuters also notes that production of iPad 2 will ramp up in the first quarter of 2011, which might suggest a … Read More

iPad 2 Case Design Spills Beans: Camera, No Landscape Docking, and Mini-USB?

Dec 9, 2010 - 10 Comments

A series of pictures alleging to be silicon iPad 2 cases have appeared on a third party dropship site, and they give us a good look at what to expect from iPad 2 (this of course assumes they are based on iPad 2). I went ahead and attached labels (rather poorly) onto the picture from … Read More

Most Popular iPhone & iPad Apps for 2010

Dec 9, 2010 - 4 Comments

Apple has revealed the most popular iPhone/iPod touch and iPad app downloads of 2010, and one thing that really jumps out is the shear number of games appearing in the top 10 lists. Here are they are, directly from iTunes:

How to Download iOS Updates Without iTunes

Dec 9, 2010 - 39 Comments

You can download any iOS software updates for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch without using iTunes. There are actually two ways to do this, the first is using the iOS device itself but there are caveats and limitations with that, and then there is the traditional method of downloading the update files directly from Apple … Read More

Refurb iPad Sale at Apple – up to $100 Off

Dec 8, 2010 - 3 Comments

The iPad is basically never on sale, but right now Apple is offering the best prices seen yet on refurbished iPad models. The iPad Wi-Fi models are especially cheap at up to $100 off. Now here’s why this is an extra great deal; the refurbished iPad models all include brand new batteries and brand new … Read More

IPSW File Location for Mac and Windows

Dec 8, 2010 - 12 Comments

Anytime you update your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, via a Mac or PC and using Finder or iTunes, you will get a new IPSW file that is downloaded to an iOS or iPadOS updates folder. Knowing where these IPSW firmware files are located can be helpful when troubleshooting, and when accessing an IPSW for … Read More

Fix Error 3194 from iTunes During iPhone Restore

Dec 6, 2010 - 524 Comments
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Error 3194 in iTunes will usually prevent an iPhone, iPad, or iPod from being able to successfully restore. Typically Error 3194 will show up when iTunes is not able to communicate with Apple servers. If you run into Error 3194 in iTunes when trying to restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you might be … Read More

Cause an iOS icon calamity with Graviboard

Dec 6, 2010 - 2 Comments

Graviboard is a hysterical app that is available from the Cydia App Store that causes your iOS icons to become gravity and touch sensitive. Tilt the iPad and watch as your iOS desktop icons tumble and fall in the direction that your iPad is pointing. Grab an icon and toss it into others to cause … Read More

iPad DFU Mode Instructions for iPads with Home Button

Dec 4, 2010 - 39 Comments

If you need to place an iPad into DFU mode, you can do so with the instructions detailed on this page. These instructions will work to put any iPad model with a Home button into DFU mode. DFU stands for Device Firmware Update, entering DFU Mode is how you adjust the firmware on your iPad … Read More

How to lock iPad orientation in iOS 4.2

Dec 3, 2010 - 49 Comments

Update: You can now enable the iPad orientation lock switch in iOS 4.3, this is allows you to adjust the side button to be either a rotation lock or mute button. Highly recommended! The iPad orientation lock used to be controlled by a switch on the side of the device, since iOS 4.2 the orientation … Read More

AirPrint Compatible Printers

Dec 2, 2010 - 7 Comments

AirPrint is the new wireless printing technology that is incorporated into iOS 4.2, and it allows you to print to AirPrint compatible printers directly from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. Apple is working with printer manufacturers to make more printers compatible with the technology, and software updates will likely be issued to support these … Read More

iPad is Amazing TV Commercial: Same Song, New Features

Dec 2, 2010 - Leave a Comment

Apple has released a new TV commercial for the iPad, this one is titled “iPad is Amazing” and it show off some of the flashier features of iOS 4.2, including AirPrint wireless printing, multi-tasking, and AirPlay, all on the iPad 1.

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