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EVOLU
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The iPod is a line of portable media players designed and marketed by Apple Inc.
There are different versions of the iPod: the iPod Classic, the iPod Mini, the iPod Nano, the iPod Shuffle and the iPod Touch.
Apple's iTunes software can be used to transfer music, photos, videos, games, contact information, e-mail settings, Web bookmarks, and calendars to the devices supporting these features from computers.
From 2001-2011, there has been 26 different and upgraded versions of the iPod.
FROM THE BEGINNING
Digital cameras, camcorders and organizers had well-established markets, but the company found existing digital music players "big and clunky or small and useless“ so Apple decided to develop its own.
PortalPlayer had been working on an MP3 player with Bluetooth headphones. Apple contracted another company, Pixo, to help design the user interface under the supervision of Steve Jobs. Developments went on and Apple continued to change the software's look and feel starting with the iPod Mini.
In 2007, Apple updated the sixth-generation iPod Classic and third-generation iPod Nano by changing the font to Helvetica and splitting the screen in two.
IPOD CLASSIC
IPOD MINI
IPOD NANO
IPOD SHUFFLE
IPOD TOUCH
ACCESSORIES FOR IPOD
BMW released the first iPod automobile interface, allowing drivers of newer BMW vehicles to control an iPod using either the built-in steering wheel controls or the radio head-unit buttons. In 2005, Apple said that similar systems would be offered for other vehicle brands, including Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Nissan, Toyota, Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Acura, Audi, Honda, Renault, Infiniti and Volkswagen. Scion offers iPod connectivity on all their cars.
In 2007, four major airlines, United, Continental, Delta, and Emirates, reached agreements to install free iPod seat connections. The service allows passengers to power and charge an iPod, and view videos and music libraries on individual seat-back displays.
CRITICISM OF THE IPOD
iPods have been criticized for short life-span and fragile hard drives. In 2005, there was a survey which found that the iPod line had an average failure rate of 13.7%. Many users complained that the surface of the first generation iPod Nano could be scratched easily, making the screen unusable.
In 2003, lawsuits were brought against Apple complaining that the battery charges lasted for shorter lengths of time than stated and that the battery wore after time. The lawsuits were settled by offering individuals either $50 store credit or a battery replacement for free.
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IPHONE
The first ever iPhone was released on June 29 2007
It cost between $499(€369) and $599(€443)
Included web-based and Dashboard apps such as Google Maps and Weather. The iPhone featured a 3.5-inch (89 mm) touchscreen display, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi
The original iPhone was incapable of downloading apps, the only apps available were the ones already installed on the phone.
Only available in black
IPHONE 3G
On July 11 2008, the iPhone 3G hit
the stores.
Cost the reduced price of $199 to $299
This version added 3G networking and assisted-GPS navigation
App Store was introduced
Available in black or white
One year later, the 3Gs was released. The camera jumped up to 3.2 MP with added autofocus, and was now available with up to 32 GB of storage.
The iPhone 4 was released on June 7, 2010
Same price as iPhone 3G
All new design
More than 100 brand new features
Larger screen, and an angular, thinner body
Front facing camera
Face time is now available
Available in black or white
IPHONE 4
Apple unveiled the iPhone 4s on October 4 2011
Siri voice assistant technology was introduced
Camera ramped up to 8MP
64 GB storage was now available
Connection speed was doubled
Still only available in black or white
IPHONE 4S
The iPhone 5 was released in September 2012
Phone was made taller and leaner, with a 4 inch screen
Siri was improved
Virtually everything was faster and clearer
Available in black and white
IPHONE 5
The iPhone 5s was introduced on September 20, 2013
Camera was improved, faster processor was used
Unique fingerprint identification system introduced, designed to open the lock screen
Available in Space Gray, Gold and Silver
Improved battery life
IPHONE 5S
The iPhone 5c was introduced at the same time as the 5s
Prices start at $99, so it’s much cheaper than any other iPhone
The exterior is made from plastic instead of aluminium
Available in a range of bright colours
Does not have the fingerprint identification system
cheaper alternative to the iPhone 5s
IPHONE 5C
COMPARISON
ORIGINAL IPHONE
3.5 inch screen
Rear camera: 2 MP (no front camera)
Up to 16 GB memory
Ran on iOS 3
IPHONE 5S
4 inch screen
Front and rear camera: 8 MP
Up to 64 GB memory
Runs on iOS 7
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THE RELEASE OF THE IPAD• By late 2009, the iPad's release had been rumoured for several years. Such
speculation mostly talked about "Apple's tablet“.The iPad was announced on January 27, 2010, by Jobs at an Apple press conference at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco.
• The iPad went on sale in America on April 3, 2010 in Apple Stores only, but since than has been avaliable in licensed outlets and stores throughout the world.
• The iPad was launched in countries including Australia, France, Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom on May 28, 2010, then released in Hong Kong, Ireland, Mexico, New Zealand and Singapore on July 23, 2010.
• On September 17, 2010, the iPad was officially launched in China, by this date, the worlds most talked about tablet was available worldwide!
RELEASE DATES OF NEW MODELS OF IPADS
Since January 27, 2010, the unveling of the iPad 1,
there has been 5 new models released, the dates and models are as follows:
• the iPad 2 was unveiled on March 7, 2012 by Apple CEO Tim Cook at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
• On October 23, 2012, Apple announced the fourth generation iPad, which began shipping on November 2, 2012.
• Alongside the launch of the 4th generation hardware, Apple announced the iPad Mini.
• On October 22, 2013, Apple introduced the fifth generation of iPad, called the iPad Air, and a new second generation iPad Mini that comes with a Retina Display.
RETINA DISPLAY INTRODUCED ON THE 4th GENERATION AND MINI.
CAMERA WAS INSTALLED ONTO THE IPAD 2, THEN IMPROVED FOR THE 4TH GENERATION.
A FRONT CAMERA WAS INSTALLED ON THE IPAD 2, USED FOR FACETIME AND SKYPE
THE COLOUR WHITE BECAME AVALIABLE FOR IPAD 2, PROVING MORE POPULAR THAN BLACK
The iPAD was made thinner and less heavy when the iPad 2 was released, making it easier to carry.
If you look at this comparison table of iPad models, there is not HUGE differences between their compsotion, its more about the appearance. Releasing “new models” of iPads makes more money for Apple, because many people never miss a new product and buy them all!!
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