Anyone who has spent some time with iBooks should be familiar with the way pages turn on ebooks. It's unique in that it mirrors the appearance of a page turning on a real book. Apple has now been granted patent on the particular animation with patent number D670,713 titled "Display screen or portion thereof with animated graphical user interface." The animation responds to a … [Read more...] about Apple Granted Patent for Their Page Turn Animation
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Apple and Samsung Attempt to Seek Mutual Reconciliation
Apple and Samsung have been baying for each other’s blood for more than a year now. Recently, it seems there is going to be a meeting between the two companies to try and give peace another try, under the aegis of a court. Both Apple and Samsung, the two biggest players in the world mobile devices segment, are going to try and find out ways to settle their long standing … [Read more...] about Apple and Samsung Attempt to Seek Mutual Reconciliation
Samsung appeals against ban against the Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Australia
Samsung continues with its fight against the ruling in the Australian court that forbade its sales of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 in that continent. Apple had claimed patent rights infringement in court stating that the Galaxy Tab 1o.1 was a copy of its iPad. The Australian court in the room of Justice Bennett had ruled in favor of Apple which Samsung states was one with "fundamental … [Read more...] about Samsung appeals against ban against the Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Australia
Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Battle for the Netherlands
Apple clearly has drawn first blood in its court battle against Samsung, who it accuses of having copied the look and feel of its iPad range of tablets. The outcome so far is that the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is banned from sale in Australia and the European Union. The ban however isn't applicable to a small part of Europe, the Netherlands. As such, Apple is forced to start its legal … [Read more...] about Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Battle for the Netherlands
Apple’s Patent Might Adversely Effect all Tablet PCs
Apple has received a shot of adrenaline in its arms with the injunction that a German court has issued against Samsung from selling its Galaxy Tab 10.1 in the European Union. The sale of the Samsung device is now banned in that entire region except of course the Netherlands. There is, however, a second school of thought which points out that the ban might well have under its … [Read more...] about Apple’s Patent Might Adversely Effect all Tablet PCs
Transparent augmented reality iPad display technology under tests
The various leaks and rumors point out there is something definitely cooking at the Apple camp though the problem is, we do not know for sure what exactly it is. However, a recent revelation from the United States Patent and Trademark Office brings to light some interesting facts that can be an indication of what the future tablets from Apple may be like. For instance, one … [Read more...] about Transparent augmented reality iPad display technology under tests
Future iPads may be made of carbon fiber
Apple isn't averse to picking up a trick or two from the automotive industry where carbon fiber is used extensively to cut down on weight without sacrificing on structural strength. In fact, the wonder material is used in any sphere as a light weight replacement of metals that are almost always bulky. But how about an iPad made of carbon fiber? Well, we might be heading … [Read more...] about Future iPads may be made of carbon fiber