Two iPhone 5 Models Scheduled for Fall 2011 Release

Let’s keep it the way it is that Apple will be launching the iPhone 5 this September, but this time the sources have informed that Apple is reportedly building two iPhone 5 models for a scheduled fall release. According to an employee of an Apple part supplier, there is reason to believe that the iPhone 5 will actually be two devices: a ‘standard’ and ‘pro’ model.” This rumor makes sense in that Apple needs to release two versions to make up for the few months of delay.


“While the rest of the ordered components are just the standard versions, Apple is also ordering better quality components of the same function. Our source says that both types of components wouldn’t go in one device together, which makes him believe Apple is up to something with a ‘pro’ version.”

This latest iPhone 5 rumour comes via the iPhone Download Blog, who says that an Apple parts supplier employee has said that “there is reason to believe that the iPhone 5 will actually be two devices: a ‘standard’ and ‘pro’ model.” Apparently the source couldn’t come up with any other details but he does believe that Apple is working on 2 versions of the iPhone 5, what he calls a “normal and a pro version” and that Apple is ordering “components of similar function” but some are the “very best” that can be got now, while others are standard versions.


The guys say they believe their source is reliable on this matter, and also say that according to an Apple insider the iPhone 5 will release after the “Back to School” season in the fall. So what do our reader’s think on this latest iPhone 5 rumours, do you think Apple will release 2 models of the next iPhone?

How to watch The Royal Wedding live on your iPhone, iPad

The Royal Wedding between Prince William and Catherine Middleton takes place on Friday April 29 at Westminster Abbey, London, England. The event will have huge interest around the world. The problem is, what are you going to do if you want to see it all, but can’t get in front of a television? Well as long as you have your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch and a reliable data connection; that’s all you’re going to need. There are a couple of options, read on and we will tell you all you need to know to enjoy the big day!


The Royal Wedding Live Stream
The Royal Wedding Live Stream is going to be your first port of call as this is the only official way to watch. This stream will be available internationally and is a YouTube hosted live stream. The coverage will start 10am UK time and will last for four hours, all live. It will cover the ceremony at Westminster Abbey, the procession to Buckingham Palace, and the newlyweds’ appearance on the palace balcony for an expected first public kiss. William’s press office will also provide a live blog providing commentary and historical information as well as additional footage.


Download the Royal Wedding YouTube video?
For people who want to download the Royal Wedding YouTube video and take the downloaded YouTube video on the go or view it with iTunes, there is one more step that must be taken to accomplish this. To convert the downloaded YouTube video you can download iFunia YouTube converter for Mac to download and convert YouTube video on Mac for iPod, iPhone, QuickTime, MKV, MP3 etc. See the detailed tutorial here.

How to connect iPad to iPhone personal hotspot

Apple’s options for moving files between your iPhone and iPad may not offer the company’s usual easy and intuitive flair, are you curious how to connect your iPad, new iPad 2, or even an iPod touch to iPhone personal hotspot? Thanks to iOS 4.3 (or iOS 4.2.6 on the Verizon iPhone) if you have a tethering plan you can save $130 on an iPad 3G, get an iPad Wi-Fi, and jump on the internet pretty much anywhere you want.


iOS 4..2.6 and iOS 4.3 lets iPhone 4 act as a Wi-Fi personal hotspot. In other words, it turns it into a tiny internet access point and mobile router. You can connect up to 3 devices to an AT&T/GSM iPhone and 5 devices to a Verizon iPhone — including the iPad. Here’s how:
1.Turn on Wi-Fi personal hotspot on your iPhone 4
2.On your iPad or iPad 2, launch Settings
3.Tap Wi-Fi in the sidebar
4.Tap iPhone 4 under Choose a Network…
5.Enter the Wi-Fi Password shown on your iPhone 4


A small, distinctive interlink icon will show up instead of the usual Wi-Fi icon at the top left of the menu bar and you’ll know you’re connected. Just keep an eye on your iPhone 4 battery life and, if you have a data cap, your Tethered Data usage!


Also see our article on how to Transfer video from iPhone to Mac, If you want to rip DVD or convert video to your Mac, you may download free trial version of Video Converter for Mac or DVD ripper for Mac.

Install Mac OS 10.7 Lion on a unsupported Mac system

The minimum requirements for Mac OS X 10.7 Lion is a Core2Duo processor. These system requirements are being checked when you start the installation, if the requirements are not met then the install will be aborted. If you own another Mac that is capable of running Mac OS X 10.7 you can install this on a USB hard drive. And using the following trick it is possible to use your USB Hard Disk to install Mac OS X on a system that has unsupported hardware.


Run the installation on a Mac that meets the minimum system requirements. After installation, remove the property list: PlatformSupport.plist which can be found in the following folder.


Root ▸ System ▸ Library ▸ Coreservices


Now connect the external USB HDD to your Mac that isn’t supported and run in with the Alt ⌥ key pressed. Select the USB Hard Disk and Mac OS X 10.7 will start without any problems.


So if you own an old Mac and want to test Mac OS X Lion without using your current system, this might be the way to do it. This will probably not work in the final version, which will probably have multiple built-in checks.


You can visit our howtos column for more Mac tips and tutorials. We’ve also written an article on Top 10 Best Mac Video Encoding Apps that’ll give you a bit of inspiration when you are looking to download and convert some videos to your Mac.

Top 5 iPad magazines

On the market for less than a year, the iPad has forever changed magazines with the biggest names in publishing diving in head first — People, Popular Science, Wired and more. However, just because a publication has gone digital doesn’t mean it’s good. Here’s a quick hot or not look at the magazines available on the Apple tablet.


• Project ($0.99) — When I reviewed Richard Branson’s svelt, über cool digital magazine, I said it was worth paying for at least once. Since then, they’ve improved the app and slashed the price from $2.99 to $0.99 per issue. That said, I just bought an issue and suggest you give Project a read.


• Nylon ($2.99) — This women’s fashion and living mag for the iPad is another that’s being remade and remaking the future, a work in progress that’s already pretty darned good.


• ESPN ($9.99) — This mag is innovative and packed with features, the little things — pop ups, videos, infographics, AirPlay compatibility — that make this new digital medium engaging. The per issue price, however, is enough keep some people away.


• People (free w/ paper sub, $3.99) — If you already subscribe to the print edition, the iPad version is free, which is a nice value add. From a technical perspective, this isn’t the most advanced or engaging digital magazine, though perhaps that isn’t the most important thing when you need to feed a nagging Bradgelina addiction.


• Economist ($5.99) — The international gold standard for in-depth reporting and analysis framed by a political outlook that’s pro-business yet hasn’t lost its humanity.


These are just some samples of iPad magazines that you can have a try with. The best way to know which ones you like the most is to try them all out. If you want to rip DVD or convert video to your iPad, you may download free trial version of iPad Video Converter for Mac or DVD to iPad Converter for Mac.

Apple Releases iPhoto 9.1.2 and Snow Leopard Font Update

The first two days of the week have seen four new downloads posted on Apple’s Support Downloads Page. With the white iPhone due at any time and updated iMacs coming next week, we can perhaps expect more. In the meantime, here’s a round up of Tuesday’s crop:

iPhoto 9.1.2This update adds new card designs to iPhoto, as well as the following fixes:

* Addresses an issue that prevented the Zoom slider from being accessible in Magnify (1-Up) view
* Fixes an issue where Toolbars were not auto-hiding in Full Screen view
* Search field now correctly performs an “includes” search when searching by text string
* Fixes minor formatting issues with book, card and calendar themes
* Message Size of emails now correctly updates when changes are made using the Photo Size menu
* Addresses an issue that prevented some iPhoto 5 libraries from upgrading correctly
* Multiple book pages can now be drag-selected when in All Pages view
* Design tools in print project panels are now accessible via separate Layout and Options buttons
* Photo backgrounds applied to a book are now preserved when book type is changed
* Tab key can now be used to navigate through all text fields in a book project

The update weighs in at 112 MB and is recommended for all users of iPhoto ’11. It can be downloaded via Software Update or directly from Apple’s site.


Snow Leopard Font UpdateThe Snow Leopard Font Update contains fixes for Mac OS X v10.6.7 that address issues with displaying and printing OpenType fonts.

The update includes fixes that:
* Address an issue in which some OpenType fonts don’t display correctly in certain applications
* Resolve issues printing from Preview
* Address an issue with PDF files not opening in third-party PDF viewing applications
* Resolve invalid font errors when printing to PostScript printers

This update requires a restart, but is just 4 MB in size. It can be downloaded via Software Update or directly from Apple’s site.