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Explosion at Apple supplier injures 57 workers

from engadget - 2 months ago

The welfare of Chinese workers is back in the spotlight after an explosion at Shanghai-based Riteng Computer Accessory Company left 23 people in hospital with burns and another 34 with more minor injuries. Local government officials said the explosion happened on Saturday afternoon at a workshop on the fourth floor of the facility. Riteng is a subsidiary supplier to Pegatron Corp and the Chinese newspaper Yi Cai Daily reported it was in the middle of trial production of aluminum iPad 2 back panels. A Read more ...

Facebook app update brings Timeline to the iPhone, iPad version coming soon

from engadget - 2 months ago

Facebook's Timeline feature has only just begun to roll out across the globe, and now an iOS version has sidled up next to its Android counterpart -- making it even easier for us to recheck our social network back stories. The new app is currently only available for the iPhone, but Facebook states that an iPad-friendly update will arrive soon. You will need to have already activated the timeline function on the web-based original, but downloading the latest version will also grant access to your friend lists and subscriptions. Some requisite performance improvements are also promised too. Cringe at some portable post-millennial fashion mistakes by grabbing the do ...

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Engadget Mobile Podcast 117 - 12.17.2011

from engadget - 2 months ago

Looks like Ice Cream Sandwich is on everyone's Christmas list as of this week. Everyone except RIM, who will probably be lucky to get a few lumps of used charcoal, some lint, and spare change in their stockings. The Engadget Mobile Podcasters are, of course, holding out for Prada phones.

Hosts: Myriam Joire (tnkgrl), Brad Molen, Joseph Volpe
Guest: Ian Hardy
Producer: Trent Wolbe
Music: Tycho ...

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Apple reportedly discussing its 'vision for the future of TV' with media execs

from engadget - 2 months ago

We wouldn't bet the farm on those "Apple is building an HDTV" rumors just yet, but tonight the Wall Street Journal reports the company is still interested invading the living room in a real way, based on "vague" talks with media executives. That vision includes a TV that packs wireless streaming with AirPlay to deliver TV shows and movies as well as technology it's developed to tie-in DVR storage and iCloud, but also focuses on personalized, synchronized access across other devices including phones and tablets. Naturally, voice and gesture recognition are mentioned, although the re ...

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Glowing Apple Logo iPhone Mod Will Soon Be Gone (The Lawyers Are Circling) [Video]

from gizmodo - 2 months ago