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WWDC 2009: iPhone 3G S

Apple introduces iPhone 3G S with support for the 7.2Mbps HSDPA network.

iPhone 3G S features:

  • Digital compass
  • 16GB and 32GB flash drive
  • 3 megapixel camera with autofocus
  • Video recording, VGA (640×480) up to 30fps with audio
  • Voice Control (finally)
  • VoiceOver

What’s in the box:

In the box

  • iPhone 3G S
  • Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic
  • Dock Connector to USB Cable
  • USB Power Adapter
  • Documentation
  • SIM eject tool

iPhone 3G S will first launch on June 19th, 2009 in the following Countries:

  • United States
  • Canada
  • France
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Switzerland
  • United Kingdom

iPhone 3G S will launch in other Countries sometimes in July 2009.

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WWDC 2009: Snow Leopard

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Apple announces that Snow Leopard will ship in September 2009. The upgrade from Leopard is priced at $29 for single user license and $49 for Family Pack. Snow Leopard requires Intel Macs.

Snow Leopard Developer Preview is available now for Select and Premier member.

General requirements

  • Mac computer with an Intel processor
  • 1GB of memory
  • 5GB of free disk space
  • DVD drive for installation
  • Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.
  • Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
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WWDC 2009: New MacBook Pro Line-Up

Apple introduces new line-up for MacBook Pro at WWDC 2009 with lower price point.

The new 15-inch MacBook Pro now features non-removable longer-lasting battery. In addition to that, the 15-inch MacBook Pro gains an SD-Card slot in lieu of the ExpressCard slot. 15-inch MacBook Pros are priced at $1699, $1999 and $2299.

The 17-inch MacBook Pro is also getting updated and lower price point. Now starts at $2599 and retains the ExpressCard slot.

As anticipated, Apple also upgraded the Unibody 13-inch MacBook into the Pro line. It now gains FireWire 800 port and SD-card slot. It is priced at $1199 and $1499.

More info to come.

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Apple WWDC 2009 Live Coverage Links

As usual, numbers of sites will be providing live coverage of Apple WWDC. More links will be added as they are found. Links will be updated as they are confirmed.

NOTES:
According to a completely bogus information from an imaginary person who is definitely not Phil Schiller:

  • New iPhone OS 3.0 will be released on Monday/Tuesday following WWDC 2009 Keynote.
    Please note that iPhone OS 3.0 Beta 5 will definitely expire by the end of June.
  • iPhone OS 3.0 upgrade will be released ahead of the new iPhone.
  • A “few words” regarding Apple’s portable computers during WWDC.
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Day of The Palm Pre

“Captain’s Blog, June 6th 2009. It is the Saturday where the fate of one company hangs on a product. Palm Inc. is is hoping to have a hit on their hands to ensure their survival. This is a do or die. This could make or break the future of Palm.”

Palm Pre is set to be unleashed today to the Sprint Network.

Palm is sure to bask in glory, until Apple introduced the next version of the iPhone; and it could be just a few days away till Apple’s WWDC on June 8th, 2009.

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