Apple updates iMac line with Intel Haswell processor, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and more

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop,

Today apple released an updated version of it's iMac desktop computer, bringing powerful new features like Intel's Haswell chipset and 801.11ac Wi-Fi into the mix. The 21.5-inch model ships with a 2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor and includes the new Iris Pro integrated graphics chip. If you bump up to the higher-end 21.5-incher, or opt for the entry level 27-inch iMac, you get a quad-core 3.4GHz processor, and the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce 700 graphics card, which packs in 2x the video RAM and performs 40% faster than the last-generation model. The top-of-the-line iMac boasts a 3.5GHz quad-core Core i7 processor with GeForce GTX 780M graphics with up to 4GB of video RAM. Not bad at all.

As already stated, all the new iMacs ship with 802.11ac graphics, which will pair up nicely with the recent update to the Apple AirPort Extreme and AirPort Time Capsule base stations. The new iMac comes with 8GB RAM as standard with a 1TB hard drive. You can configure both, adding up to 32GB RAM, and a 3TB Fusion Drive or a dedicated SSD. Two Thunderbolt ports and four USB 3.0 connections round things out.

You can pick up the new iMac now from the Apple Store online.

Silver and gold iPhone 5s to be severely constrained at launch

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Smartphones, Handhelds,

The iPhone 5s goes on sale tomorrow, and if you're hoping to pick up a gold or silver model on launch day, you may wanna wake up early and get in line at your nearest Apple Store location. According to 9to5Mac, both the silver and gold iPhone 5s models will be severely constrained at launch, with carrier partners sharing that they will likely only have the Space Gray iPhone 5s for sale. This means that if you are hoping to pick up a gold or silver iPhone 5s, your best bet is to head to an Apple Store, and get there well before the 8:00am opening. If you head to somewhere like Walmart, Target, AT&T, Verizon, Spring, T-Mobile, and others, Space Gray may end up being your only option.

Of course, if you don't have to have your iPhone 5s on day one, you can simply order the color of your choosing from the Apple Store Online beginning tonight at midnight.

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The iPod classic still lives on at $249 for 160GB storage

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Handhelds, Portable Audio / Video,

Ever since Apple introduced the new iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c last week, we've been gettign questions from readers asking if Apple killed the iPod classic. Of course, a quick glimpse at the Apple Store Online confirms that the classic lives on for another year. The iPod classic offers 160GB of storage for those who have huge music libraries and want to carry it all with them. Our guess is that until the iPod touch offers 128GB of storage, we will see the iPod classic continue to be sold. You can pick up the iPod classic for $249 in black and silver.

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Bleeding Edge TV 491: iPhone 5s & iPhone 5c Specs Breakdown

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Cell Phones, Features, Podcasts, Videocasts, Videos,

In this episode I bring you my thoughts on the new Apple smartphone line, which now includes the iPhone 5s, as well as the lower-budget iPhone 5c. Apple announced both phones during its annual iPhone reveal event, and many are wondering which device they should purchase. Some even say that the iPhone 5c is a waste of time. I give you the rundown of features and specs of both new iPhone models, and give you my recommendations for which one you should pick up, and why.

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Bleeding Edge TV 490: Fiesta Movement Forza Motorsport 5 behind-the-scenes

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, Podcasts, Transportation, Video Games, Videocasts, Videos,

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite video game companies? For my August Ford #FiestaMovement Gaming mission, I visited Turn 10 Studios, maker of the Forza Motorspot racing games to get a look. I starred in a behind-the-scenes documentary that focuses on Turn 10 and the upcoming release of Forza Motorsport 5 for Xbox One, and in my mission video, I give you a look at that whole process.

You'll see me on set, cameras and microphones in my face. You'll see me in makeup, getting my head powdered. You'll also see me race again the best Forza Motorsport player at Turn 10 in a moving chair with 3 HD displays in front of me. Intense, right?

I also talk with Dan Greenwalt, the main man at Turn 10, about what makes a great Forza player, and I take Gabriel Garcia, the man in charge of building the in-game vehicles and making them look amazing, on a joy ride in the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST.

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Here’s where to pre-order your iPhone 5c right now!

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Smartphones, Handhelds,

Excited about getting your hands on the iPhone 5c? If you're ready to pay now, you'll be happy to know that pre-orders are now available at the Apple Store online, as well as through the sites of AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless. When you pre-order, you'll ensure that the iPhone 5c arrives and is in your hands on launch day, September 20th. Here's where you can pre-order the iPhone 5c:

• Apple
• Sprint
• T-Mobile
• Verizon Wireless

Those looking to pre-order the iPhone 5s are out of luck. Apple won't be offering pre-sales on the new flagship. Instead, interested parties can order one online on September 20th for delivery within a few days, or line-up early that morning to grab one on day one.

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Where’s My Water? 2 hits the App Store

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Games, New Apps, Free Apps,

Where's My Water? 2, the sequel to the massively popular physics-based Where's My Water? Disney puzzle game, is now available for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. You can download it, right now, for free.

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Reeder 2 RSS reader now available for iPhone and iPad

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: News, App Updates, New Apps, $4.99,

We loved Reeder for iOS and Mac, and the thoughtful RSS reading app was fantastic, right up until Google pulled the plug on Google Reader, a service that was essential to the usability of Reeder--at least on the Mac and iPad. Now, developer Silvio Rizzi is back with his second act: Reeder 2. Unlike the first version, Reeder 2 is a universal binary, which means that for the price of the app, you get both the iPhone and iPad versions included. The design language of Reeder 2 is updated to match the look and feel of iOS 7, and gone is the requirement and reliance on Google Reader. In its place, Reeder 2 now allows you to pull and sync data from Feedbin, Feedly, Feed Wrangler, Fever, and can even act as your RSS storage app in and of itself.

You can pick up Reeder 2 now for $4.99.

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Enter our Playstation 4 Monster Games & Accessory Pack Giveaway!

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Announcements, Video Games,

The next generation of gaming is upon us, with both the Xbox One and Playstation 4 launching in about six weeks time. Our friends over at Monster are looking to hook you up, and we've teamed up with them to bring you this awesome Playstation 4 accessory pack giveaway. Basically, if you're getting a PS4, you'll wanna win this, since we'll be hooking you up with games (Madden 25 and FIFA 14,) a pair of Monster MVP Carbon gaming headphones, and a bunch of other swag. Here's the full list:

• Monster MVP Carbon High-Performance gaming headphones
• Monster Video ISF 2000HD Hyper (12 ft HDMI Cable)
• Monster GreenPower HDP 1400G PowerCenter
• Monster ScreenClean
• Monster Swag Clothing Package
• EA Sports FIFA 14
• EA Sports Madden NFL 25

Cool, right? Ready to enter? Simply use the widget below to keep track of your entries! We've got a lot of ways for you to enter, but don't check off any that you don't actually perform. If you do, you'll be eliminated:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Apple releasing Lightning docks for iPhone 5C, iPhone 5S

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple, Smartphones,

When Apple released the iPhone 5 last year, it did so without offering a dock. WIth the upcoming release of the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c, it seems the company has learned from the error of its ways. When the two new Apple smartphones go on sale in ten days, Apple will be offering a Lightning-compatible dock for each, and in fact, they're already available to view in the Apple Store online:

• iPhone 5s Dock
• iPhone 5c Dock

Each dock will cost $29, and will be available on September 20th.