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News
  iPhone 5
    Physical features
      Height: 4.87 inches (123.8 mm)
      Width: 2.31 inches (58.6 mm)
      Depth: 0.30 inch (7.6 mm)
      Weight: 3.95 ounces (112 grams)
      Aluminum and glass
        Back is anodized 6000 series aluminum, same stuff used in Apple's notebooks
        Inlays along the top and bottom made of ceramic glass (on the white and silver model) or pigmented glass (on the black and slate model)
        The inlays are set in the back by photographing the metal frame with two 29MP cameras and then selecting from 725 unique inlays to find the perfect fit. Measured in microns of accuracy
        Diamond cut beveled edge.
    Screen
      1136 X 640 pixels
      4-inches
      Retina
      326 PPI
      sRGB 44% more color saturation
        Like iPad 2 which is nearly perfect to the sRGB standard according to Display Mate
      Most accurate display in the industry
      30% thinner
      Integrated touch technology combines display pixel and touch layer
    iSight Camera
      In most respects the same specs as the iPhone 4S
      8MP, 3264x2448 pixel resolution, backside illumination, hybrid IR filter, five-element f/2.4 lens.
      It is thinner to fit into the new case
      Precision micron-level lens alignment for better sharpness
      Sapphire crystal lens cover. Clearer and harder than glass
      The A6 chip brings most of the camera improvements though
        Faster signal processing
        Spatial noise reduction to reduce sensor noise
        dynamic pixel-pinning to boost images captured in low light
        Smart filter to selectively apply noise reduction so you don't get it in areas that have textures
      Can take stills and video simultaneously
    A6 Processor
      Apple says up to 2x the graphics and CPU performance
      22% smaller
      Apple doesn't share chip specs, but Infinite Loop did some speculating at what they came up with makes sense
        Moving to a 32NM design would allow the room to shrink the chip
        Likely doesn't have a quad core, but a clocked up dual core based on newer tech
        Based on low power ARM Cortex A15 processor architecture, which is said to be 40 percent faster than older Cortex A9 on a clock for clock basis
        One reason is the A15 uses a High-k Metal Gate (HKMG) technology along with that 32NM design
        Likely based on Samsung Exynos 5250 design which offers up to 2GHz performance, but most accounts believe it may be clocked down for battery/heat reasons
        with the 40% jump that means probably clocked at 1.2GHz up from 800 MHz
        Lets current dual core optimized apps perform the same without modifications
        So how do the achieve the performance gains with only 2 cores? Anandtech first thought Apple actually used 2 dual core A15s squeezed into A6 chip. Two dual cores, not technically a "quad core", but would give the stated performance gains, maintain app compatibility, and maintain battery life specs.
          Part of this speculation was that to date Apple has used licensed ARM technology for the cores of it custom silicon
        Now Anandtech seems to think it's something even cooler
          They believe this is the core designed by Apple for Apple
          An Apple ARMv7 based design to be specific.
          To clear confusion ARM licenses processor cores (A8, A9, A15) and instruction set architecture for custom implementation(ARM v7 ISA)
          They have no idea how many cores apple is using nor clockspeed. Assumption is 2 cores though.
          On the GPUs side AnandTech is guess Apple used a higher clocked PowerVR SGX 543MP3
          The RAM also appears to have been updated to 1GB
        I think it's very smart of Apple to not play the marketing "name game". Just like the MHz myth, and the MP myth, this new "Number of Cores" spec is just a tool to dupe folks into thinking more is better and as we know that's not always the case.
        Apple is also in the unique position to control the hardware and software and getthe best power and performance out of both. They don't have to ramp up CPU cyles to overcome inefficiencies in code they can go back and optimize the core OS.
    Lightning Connector
      8-pin, orientation free.
      3 different adapters
        Lightning to 30-pin, USD, $29.00
        8" Lightning to 30-pin female cable, USD $39.00
        Lightning to micro-USB in the EU, €20
      There was confusion during launch because an up-sell message during checkout made it sound like a Lightning to 30-pin adapter might be included with the iPhone 5, it's not.
      Does not support “video and iPod Out”, so some older speaker docks may not work even if you have the Lightning to 30-pin adapter.
        This is because lightning is all digital, so old analog stuff is out
      Apple does have Lightning to VGA and Lightning to HDMI adapters planned
        I prefer Reflection App and my Mac for presentations now though
      The cable currently appears to still be a USB 2, not 3 cable
      Macotara.jp believes the Lightning cable will also be capable of USB hosting. The feature like the camera connection kit USB adapter that allows USB devices like keyboards, mics, speakers, and MIDI to be connected and work. Since the iPhone isn't here yet this purely speculative at this point.
    Wireless
      LTE
      UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, GSM/EDGE
      CDMA EV-DO Rev. A and Rev. B
      Different models for AT&T vs. Sprint/Verizon. Also a separate GSM version for China
      802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
        Dual band
      Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
    Wideband audio to support better voice calls
      Also know as HD Voice.
      Requires carrier support
        Cult of Mac says the US carriers may never support it
        GSM providers have to change codecs and they are too busy rolling out LTE
        CDMA providers would use a codec that isn;t supported by the iPhone 5
      Sprint will not be supporting it according to MacNN
    9to5 Mac was able to confirm the CDMA iPhone 5 on Verizon will NOT support simultaneous voice and data on LTE.
      Reason? Apple says is not yet possible to do simultaneous voice and data on networks that use CDMA for voice and LTE for data in a single radio design.
        The feature would require adding a third antenna
        LTE will eventual support both on single radio, but not currently.
        According to Cult of Mac though the iPhone 5 doesn’t support voice over LTE, so maybe the 6?
      Sprint uses the same LTE iPhone 5 so it can be assumed they also won't support simultaneous voice and data
      This also means that while AT&T can do voice and data at the sam time on GSM, they still don;t on LTE for the same reasons. When you are surfing and talking you'll be on GSM/HSPA+
    Plans, Pricing and Ordering
      16GB USD $199, $299 for 32GB, and $399 for 64GB with 2 year contract.
      Unlocked pricing isn't available yet, but should match the 4S. USD $649 for 16GB, $749 for 32GB, and $849 for 64GB
        This is what was stated by TechCrunch
        This seems to be supported by pricing listed on AT&T's site for "off-contract", but not "unlocked" devices.
        Unlocked iPhone's in Canada will only be sold on-line to avoid scalping according to iMore
      If you want to keep unlimited data on Verizon you have to get an unlocked device. If you want a subsidized Verizon phone you have to get a Share Everything Plan.
      AT&T requires a Mobile Share plan if you want to use FaceTime over Cellular
      AT&T customers can keep their unlimited plans and the throttling cap reportedly gets raised to 5GB
      International travellers
        For international travelers Verizon looks like the best choice for the iPhone 5. They will unlock you after 60 days if your account is in good standing, then overseas you can use GSM data networks with local pre-paid SIMs. They also seem like they might have the best chance for compatibility with LTE networks in Europe and Asia, but that's not 100% confirmed yet.
        The Verizion phone supports the LTE 1 (2100 MHz),3 (1800 MHz), 5 (850 MHz) bands which are the same ones supported on the GSM iPhone sold in Germany, UK, Australia, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Singapore. 1,3,5 also seem to be supported LTE bands on Verizions US and Japan nretworks.
        The AT&T GSM/LTE model does LTE Band 4 (AWS), 17 (700b MHz) for US and Canada.
        The Apple site does give this warning though, "Band support does not guarantee support on all LTE networks running on the same bands."
      Available in US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore
      Ships and is available at 8:00 AM local time on September 21st
      iPhone 5 will roll out worldwide to 22 more countries on September 28, including Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
      Apple plans availability in 100 countries by the end of the year
      Apple discontinued the 3GS.
      iPhone 4 (8GB) is now free with 2-year contract
      iPhone 4S (16GB) is $99 with 2-year contract
  iPod Touch
    5th generation
    Same exact display as the iPhone 5
    Updated to a dual-core A5 processor. And dual-core graphics, up to 7x faster
    Also an anodized aluminum case. Again same material as the Macbook Pro
    Thin, under ¼ inch thick
      Height: 4.86 inches (123.4 mm)
      Width: 2.31 inches (58.6 mm)
      Depth: 0.24 inch (6.1 mm)
      Weight: 3.10 ounces (88 grams)
    Comes in colors. Black, Silver, Pink, Blue,, Yellow, Red
    Same beveled edge as the iPhone.
    iPod Touch Loop. A leather (faux-leather?) strap that attached to a button (spring-loaded) on the back of the iPod Touch
    Wireless
      802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
      Bluetooth 4.0
      Nike+ support built in
    Airplay Mirroring on the iPod Touch
    Camera and Video
      5-megapixel iSight camera
      Five-element lens
      LED flash
      ƒ/2.4 aperture
      1080p HD video recording
      FaceTime HD camera with 1.2MP photos and HD video (720p)
      Sapphire crystal lens cover
      Camera sticks out a bit from the case
    Lightning Connector
    Battery
      40 hours of music
      up to 8 hours of video playback
    Siri supported on iPod touch in iOS 6
    Pricing and Availability
      32GB for USD $299 and 64 for USD $399
      Available in October
      Still selling 4th Gen iPod Touch in 16GB for $199 and 32GB for $249
  iPod Nano
    7th generation, light and super thin. 40% thinner.
    Back to taller form factor
      Height: 3.01 inches (76.5 mm)
      Width: 1.56 inches (39.6 mm)
      Depth: 0.21 inch (5.4 mm)
      Weight: 1.1 ounces (31 grams)
    2.5" multi-touch display with "home" button
      240-by-432-pixel resolution at 202 pixels per inch
    Volume buttons on the side.
    Lighting connector
    Support for video playback
      720 by 576 pixels, 30 frames per second
      Seems to be 720p? Might need to convert iPhone or iPod videos
    Bluetooth
    FM radio with live pause
    Nike+ and pedometer built-in
    No integrated speaker, like
    White front plate on all designs except the black.
    round app icons
    Longer battery, up to 30 hours of music playback
    Colors: Black, Silver, Purple, Yellow, Blue, Green, Pink, Red
    16GB for $149 USD
    Available in October
  EarPods
    New earbuds from Apple. That they have spent 3 years designing
    Will ship on all new iPod and iPhones except the iPod Shuffle
    Supposed to be better fitting. Still hard plastic, but Apple used hundreds of 3D ear scans to find a common volume and design a shape.
    Not sealed
    Ports to optimize acoustics
      One on the back to adjust midrange
      Ports in the stem to provide airflow and freer speaker movement for better base
    In line controls and mic
      Works with all iPads, the iPhone 3GS and up, iPod classic (120GB and 160GB versions, iPod nano 4th generation and up, and the third-gen iPod shuffle and up
      Also works will Siri by pressing and holding the center button
    Carrying case
    $29.00 USD and available now
  iOS 6
    FaceTime over cellular
      Will be supported by all US iPhone carriers and on ALL devices that support FaceTime
      AT&T will require you have a mobile share data plan
    Panorama Camera mode
      Will be supported on the iPhone 4S and is on the 5th gen iPod Touch
      Accessed under 'Options' from the Camera app
    Maps
      More flyover cities
      New icon, 3D buildings
      detailed rendering of shrubs and trees
      ghosting of cars
      buildings fade from view as you pass through them
      Turn by Turn directions
    Photostream Sharing
      Share photos with friend from your device
      Can do it publicly or privately
      Friends can also leave comments on the photostream photos
    Mail has VIPs
    Passbook for tickets, boarding passes, pre-paid gift cards, loyalty cards
  New iTunes
    66% of downloads come from iOS devices
    Edge to edge designs
    Expands down, like iOS folders, to show track details
    "In the Store" feature shows other albums and tracks available in the iTunes store in the main interface
    Artists Photo galleries
    See music library and playlists at the same time, Drag and drop songs to add and create playlists. Dragging albums in the main interface slides out a playlist panel.
    "Up next" icon in the LCD shows what the upcoming track is. Can add items to your "up next" list. Feature is a lot like the current Party Mix, but for your main library
    More "spotlight like" search where results drop down below the search bar
    New Mini-player
      Redesigned
      Roll over to get the controls
      Up Next button
      Search built-in to mini-player
    iTunes in the Cloud is fully integrated
      Both local and purchased content will be displayed in the Library
      Sync playback positions
    redesigned Store and iOS apps
      Previews play in background while you're browsing
      Artist concert pages.
    New iTunes in late October
    Apple also released iTunes 10.7 which is an update to support new iPods and iPhone when it's released next week
  Odds and ends
    Ping will be shutdown on September 30th
  iPhone 5 sales set to break records
    The iPhone 5 went on sale at 12:00 PDT on Friday morning.
    Seemed like the iOS App Store app was up immediately, but Apple's Store website took a bit longer to come up and start taking orders.
    Either way, an hour an 17 minutes later reports started showing up that iPhone 5 ship times had slipped to 2 weeks indicating that Apple had sold out of it's online pre-sale inventory.
    The carrier sites for Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint continued to show availability for 7/21 ship dates though Friday morning and by my last check on Friday afternoon PDT only Sprint was still listing 7/21 availability.
    As far as I can tell Apple isn't yet offering unlocked devices in the US. In the EU I believe Apple only sells unlocked devices directly, with subsidized model being sold directly from the carriers.
    The fact that this iPhone had a simultaneous 9 country launch likely contributed to the fast pre-sale sell out and most analysts are predicting huge numbers.
    In a statement to The Loop, Apple said, “We’ve been completely blown away by the customer response.”
    There were reports Saturday of some customers getting emails letting them know that their devices pre-ordered Friday might arrive on launch day rather than 2 weeks later.
  iCloud.com complete. Out of BETA
    Web based versions of Reminders and Notes have been added to iCloud.com
    Changes to both web apps sync to your Mac on Mountain Lion and your iOS devices
    There are also now apparently iOS style banner notifications in the web interface say if you get an email come in while looking at your Calendar.
    Mail was also updated to support VIPs
    You can also control which apps give you notifications
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      You can actually place iTrash's icon anywhere on the desktop
      Helps with muscle memory as it's not moving around like it does in the Dock
      Can set it to always be on top if you'd like
    20 animated trash icons and characters
      Black Hole and Classic are my favorites
      Also has sounds making it a bit more fun.
      Brings back some of the customizing fun we had back in the OS 8 and 9 days
    More ways to empty
      Gives easier access to Secure empty
      You can force empty the trash
      Easily and quickly eject volumes
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Feedback, Comments and Commentary
    After the iPhone went on sale early Friday morning i grabbed a few interviews with some folks in the Apple community
    Play interview with Dave Hamilton
    Play Interview with Ewen Rankin
    Play Interview with David Sparks
Closing
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