Jason Chen of Gizmodo shows us the iPhone 4G prototype that was found lost in The Gourmet Haus Staudt, a nice German beer garden in Redwood City, California. Gizmodo got it for $5,000 in cash from someone who found it at the bar.
This next-generation iPhone was camouflaged to look like an iPhone 3GS. It has a camera on the front side, just like the iPhone 3G, and a 80GB of storage capacity. The back of the handset is flatter than the previous model and made of different materials. The screen is also smaller than the iPhone 3GS but provides a higher resolution.
Measuring 4.50-inch x 2.31-inch x 0.37-inch and weighing 140grams, the iPhone 4G prototype is three grams heavier. Its battery is also 16 percent larger than the previous model, while internal components are made smaller to make room for the battery. The handset uses a micro-SIM, so it is a clear indicator that this is a next-generation iPhone. For your info, there is no other cellphone that uses this standard at this time in the US.
Apple has sent a formal letter to Gizmodo asking for its iPhone 4G prototype back. This formal letter is a prove that this handset is a genuine prototype. Fortunately, Gizmodo has decided to return the iPhone 4G to Apple, along with a nice note asking Apple to go easy on the kid who lost it. Watch the video after the jump. Read more
Henge Docks has created a new docking station for Apple’s MacBook Pros. The device will turn your MacBook Pro into a desktop setup or your home theater system, so you get the best features of a laptop, desktop and media center PC all from one computer. Each Henge Dock models is designed for a specific type of MacBook computer. Each dock features a full compliment of custom USB, Ethernet, audio cables and in some models Firewire cables. You can purchase the Henge Docks for $59.95 each. [Product Page]
The FCC has received dissected pictures of the Apple iPad that will be released Stateside tomorrow morning. As you can see in the picture, the iPad uses a large 24.8Whr battery, which provides enough juice for up to 10-hour of operation time. There are also a number of closeups of the WiFi and Bluetooth modules. Read more
The BookArc from TwelveSouth is an arc stand for your iPad. The gadget is made from a swooping sheet of aluminum and is lined with silicone for a snug and scratch-free fit. The BookArc also allows you to use your iPad in vertical or horizontal orientations. Additionally, there is also a cut-out for the home-button. You can buy the TwelveSouth BookArc for $39.99 a pop. [TwelveSouth]
Apple today released Mac OS X 10.6.3, the third maintenance update for Snow Leopard, via Software Update and the company’s software downloads page. The 10.6.3 Update is recommended for all Mac OS X Snow Leopard users since it provides several hundred fixes implemented since the release of Mac OS X 10.6.2 last November and an interim security update issued in January. This update also enhances the stability, compatibility, and security of your Mac. [MacRumors]
Word has it that Apple will release a new version of high-end Mac Pro on March 16, 2010. The new Mac Pro will come with a “Hexacore” Core i7-980x processors clocked at 3.33GHz, TurboBoosting at 3.6GHz. However, there is no official confirmation from Apple so far. We will keep you posted. [Akihabara]
iKit’s Dura Case for the Apple iPad combines a hard shell plate with a soft-grip border to provide impact resistance and protection against scratches and dings. Available in black and clear, the case features a form-fitting design, open access to all ports and controls, an included screen protector and cleaning kit. If you are interested, you can pre-order the Dura Case for $40. [iKit]
Apple has officially announced that the Wi-Fi version of the iPad will be released in the US on April 3rd, 2010. Sadly, the Wi-Fi + 3G model still has no specific US release date other than “late April”. If you are interested, you can pre-order both models from Apple’s online store from March 12, 2010, but only the Wi-Fi model can be reserved and picked up in store. The Wi-Fi model will retail at a suggested price of $499 for the 16GB model, $599 for the 32GB and $699 for the 64GB. The Wi-Fi + 3G models will be available at a suggested retail price of $629 for the 16GB model, $729 for the 32GB and $829 for the 64GB. Watch the first iPad commercial video after the jump. Read more
Apple has recently updated their Apple TV to version 3.0.2. This new update is related to the release of Aperture 3.0, which made changes to how that software shares images over the local network and adds support for iPhoto’s Places and Faces features. The new Apple TV Version 3.0.2 can be downloaded and installed from the Update Software option within the Settings/General menu on Apple TV. [Apple Insider]
The ExoPC Slate is a new tablet PC that looks like the Apple iPad. Priced at $599, the gadget is powered a 8.9-inch multitouch display with a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, Windows 7 OS, a 2GB of DDR2 memory, a 32GB SSD with SD card expansion and a 4-hour battery life with the included user-replaceable battery. The ExoPC Slate 8.9-inch tablet will be released in March 2010, or you can purchase a non-multitouch prototype right now for $780. [NexGadget via Laptop Notebook News]
