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Ustream finally gets the go-ahead for its Live Broadcasting app

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Ustream has had its Viewing Application available for iPhone users to download for some time now.  Unfortunately, Apple restricted this app from allowing Ustream users to broadcast live video from it to other iPhone Ustreamers and to web browsers on PCs.  Today Apple has finally lifted this restriction and is allowing these capabilities to flourish on both iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G (which, of course, do not have a video-supported camera).  The new Live Broadcaster Application allows users to stream live video from their iPhone over 3G or WiFi to other iPhones and to anyone with a browser directed to Ustream’s website.  Also, note that the application features a “local” record mode that seemingly allows iPhone 3G owners to record and store 320 x 240 video and upload it to YouTube, Facebook, etc.  In other words, it turns your iPhone 3G into a video camera–huzzah!  The app is available for free right now.

Note: I’ve tested the app and the live broadcast on the computer is very laggy.  If you happen to give it a try, share your experience with it in the comments below.

[Via Engadget; Gizmodo]

iPhone 3GS Hardware + iPhone 3.0 Software Out Now

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As of June 17 and June 19, Apple released the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3.0 software update, respectively.  There are just a few differences between the older iPhone 3G and the new 3GS.  The 3GS has the following updates:  speed (about 2x faster), a 3.0 megapixel camera with video capability (with editing features), voice control (for contacts and music), and an internal compass.  The exterior of the phone is exactly the same (except for the updated “oilphobic” screen that repels finger smudges).  It comes in two models, 16GB ($199) and 32GB ($299), available in black and white.  The 3G sells for $99 now in a 8GB model (black), only.  Just make sure you are eligible for an upgrade if you really want one!

It is the iPhone 3.0 software update where most of the new changes can be found.  Some new features include: cut, copy, and paste, landscape keyboard for Mail, Messages, Notes, and Safari, MMS (sending pictures, audio, and contact info), Spotlight search (universal search of the phones contents from the home screen), voice memos, improved calender, an updated iTunes store (you can now purchase videos from TV and Movies; audiobooks), an enhanced Stocks app, stereo Bluetooth, and tethering (connecting your phone to a computer providing you internet on the go).  The MMS and tethering features will not be available until late summer due to AT&T sucking big time.  The 3.0 update is available to download in iTunes right now, free for iPhone, 3G, and 3GS users; $9.99 for iPod touch users.

[Via Apple]

Apple WWDC Round-Up

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Apple. WWDC. San Fransisco. June 8, 2009.  Keeping it simple.

Apple announced an updated line of its laptop products, gave an updated preview of its new OS Snow Leopard, and unveiled the next version of the iPhone.

All sizes of Apple’s laptop line (13” (!), 15″, and 17″) are now called MacBook Pro, thus blurring if not entirely removing the distinguishing features between the cheapest and most expensive MacBook.  They all have updated screens (better color gaumet) and longer battery lives (up to seven hours, non-removable (eight hours for the 17”)).  The 13” and 15” now have SD card slots which replace the ExpressCard slot, which is only found in the 17″ model now.  Also, Firewire returns to all the MacBook Pros.  The 13″ starts at $1199, 15″ at $1699, and 17” at$2499.  The MacBook Air also took a price cut; it starts at $1499.  The white plastic MacBook stands at $999.

Snow Leopard looks to be a great upgrade to Apple’s successful Leopard OS.  It has 64-bit architecture, among other updates.  It will be available this September for only $20 for those who are upgrading from Leopard.

The new iPhone 3G S looks the same as the current 3G model on the outside; it is the inside where things are different.  The 3G S has a faster processor (about 2x faster than 3G), a better camera (3 megapixels, can capture video), and even a compass.  It also has voice control that can be used when calling someone or controlling your music playlists.  The iPhone 3G S will be available in 2 flavors, 16GB ($199) and 32GB ($299), on June 19th.  The current iPhone 3G is now available for the low price of $99 (8GB).  The new iPhone 3.0 OS will ship on the 3G S and will be available for a free download to all current iPhone and iPhone 3G users for free on June 17th (iPod touch users must pay $9.99).  *Side-note: AT&T sucks.  It was announced that MMS and tethering are included features to the iPhone 3.0 software.  Laughter filled the auditorium when it was said that the MMS feature on AT&T would not be enabled until “later this summer.”  Also, AT&T was not among the carriers named that will allow the tethering feature.  WTF, AT&T!

Check after the break for images of the new products.

[Image via Engadget]

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The iPhone 3G '09 Rumor Mill Keeps Spinning [Updated]

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Monday cannot come soon enough.  On June 8th, Apple’s WWDC (World Wide Developer’s Conference) will bring news on the iPhone and “Snow Leopard” (Apple’s next OS version) fronts.  The lastest rumors for the new iPhone hardware include a change from a glossy back and metallic sides to a matte back with no silver lining; the second rumor is far more interesting, and oh-so-exciting–a front-facing camera, which would allow VIDEO CHAT functionality.  Although this specific rumor has been around since last year, there are some leaked images that may prove this new addition is on the way.  Photoshopping is rapant these days, but I will take what I can get.  Check out the newest photos after the break that show off new screenshots of the front-facing camera in action.  Monday, Monday Monday…  [UPDATE: After further investigation, the video-chat images have been debunked as photoshopped fakes.  If you look closely, the bottom bar is from the the Skype app.  Here’s hoping we still get this funcionality, even though these specific images were false.]

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