Will Apple Announce iPad Mini on October 23?

apple's invitation

The apple Inc. has invited members of media to join a special event on October 23. It's believed that several new products will be announced during the conference, include the long-time rumored iPad Mini.

We currently get some new information about the new tablet. A leaked picture shows 24 iPad Minis in different configurations. As a matter of fact, we don't think apple will launch 24 different models in reality. Only some of them are available in different capacities/supported networks/colors.

iPad Mini SKUs in different configurations

Above the list, the numbers P101, P103, P105 and P107 may probably represent 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB in capacity. Behind the numbers, we can see 3 different designations called “GOOD”, “BETTER” and “BEST”. These 3 words may refer to capacity of 16GB, 32GB and 64GB version. They can also mean WiFi+3G features for different cellular networks. As to the last "A" or "B" in the description, may represents the color of the tablet case.

Beside the iPad Mini, rumor also says a new 13'' MacBook Pro with Retina screen will be revealed at the same time. There's still a week until the event. We'll bring you the most fresh news as it happens. Stay tuned!

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How to Transfer Movies from iPad 3 to My Computer?

iPad 3 (The new iPad)

As apple fans, we always find threads or questions on the forum like this, " How can I transfer music/movies/photos/apps from my iPad 3 to the computer? " Usually, it's not difficult to transfer files from iPad 3 to PC with iTunes syncing. On the contrary, sometimes it's complicated to backup files from the ios devices to PC. 

How to solve the transfer problem? Well, what we need to do is use a third party software named Leawo iTransfer. It's able to finish file transference among iPod / iPhone / iPad / PC / iTunes.

To start the transference, we need to install iTunes and Leawo iTransfer on the computer (Windows OS).

Here is the process of transference.

Step 1: Plug Devices in PC
Remember to install iTunes in advance because iTransfer needs the assistance from it. Connect your device (iPhone, iPad or iPod) to the PC with USB cable. Launch the iTransfer and you'll see the interface. Device information will be showed include device name, type, capability, etc.

Step 2: Select Target Files
There are 3 options on the left side of program: Recommendation, Device and iTunes. Click to select one and check out details. Here we choose Movies under the LIBRARY from Device. To filter files more efficiently, 4 methods for you to sort them.
1. Sort by different elements: Name, Time, Genre, Year, Rating and Description.
2. Sort and display as list.
3. Sort and display as cover.
4. Manual filter. There's a searching box on the upper right. Type keywords to it for accurate selecting.

Step 3: Transfer Files
Tick the box on the left to select demanded files. Then we can start the transference. 
3 methods are available to do that.
1. Right click and choose "Transfer to" "My Computer" or "iTunes" on the menu.
2. Click the big arrow button.
3. Drag and drop files directly.

A new window will pop up. Select the destination folder.

iPad Mini Prices & Configuration Leaked, Officially Announced Next Week?

iPhone 5, iPad Mini and The new iPad

Rumors on apple's iPad Mini comes up continually these days. It seems most rumors will turn out to be true though apple refuses to say anything about them. Well, the most recently one is about the prices and configurations of the tablet. 

MobileGeeks, a German website, posted a screenshot about iPad Mini's prices and configurations in an article. It's said this pic is leaked from the inventory system of Media Saturn, a retailer with 70,000 staffs, 18 stores on Europe and Asia.

Leaked configurations and prices of iPad mini

From the pictures above, we can know that the iPad Mini will come in 16 different colors, memory and wireless configurations:

Configurations	Price
iPad mini (Wi-Fi, 8GB, Black/White)	249 Euros ($322)
iPad mini (Wi-Fi, 16GB, Black/White)	349 Euros ($451)
iPad mini (Wi-Fi, 32GB, Black/White)	449 Euros ($580)
iPad mini (Wi-Fi, 64GB, Black/White)	549 Euros ($709)
iPad mini (Cellular, 8GB, Black/White)	349 Euros ($451)
iPad mini (Cellular, 16GB, Black/White)	449 Euros ($580)
iPad mini (Cellular, 32GB, Black/White)	549 Euros ($709)
iPad mini (Cellular, 64GB, Black/White)	649 Euros ($839)

The iPad Mini's price starts at 249 Euros with 8GB memory and WiFi. 16GB/32GB and 64GB versions are also available. The most expensive one should be the Cellular version with 64GB memory.

It's also rumored that apple will hold a press conference for the iPad Mini and the 13'' MacBook Pro. If it's true, media may receive invitations on Tuesday (October 16). Let's wait and see.

13-inches MacBook Pro

LG Nexus 4 Leaks, Rumored to Launch on October 29

Rumored LG Nexus 4

Who would be the manufacturer of next Nexus device? HTC, Motorola or Samsung? Now it seems that LG is the luck dog. According to the report from Le Figaro, a french media, LG is planning to launch a new Nexus smartphone This device would be officially announced by Google on October 29 and sell in France in December.

Le Figaro didn't tell more information about the handset. And this is not the first rumor about announcement of new Nexus devices. Similar news had been reported by cnet but this time french media leaked the detailed date. More importantly, Le Figaro called the device LG Nexus 4, same as the leaked name from Carphone Warehouse, an European smartphone chain retailer. So it's very possible for the upcoming Nexus device to be called Nexus 4.

Leaked Nexus device name from Carphone Warehouse

Rumored specifications of Nexus 4:

• 4.7'' True-HD IPS display, 1280*768 resolution, 320ppi, in-cell touchscreen panel.
• Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean OS (Sample version), may upgrade to Android 4.2 (formal version).
• 2GB RAM, 8GB ROM, no microSD card slots.
• Quad-Core Snapdragon S4 processor.
• New 2,100 mAh battery, available for 800 times of full charging.
• 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
• Supports LTE network and NFC.
• Supports wireless charging.

Halloween Themed HD Wallpapers for The New iPad

Trick or treat?

The western traditional Halloween is not far from now! What would you do in Halloween? Making a Jack O'Lantern and put it in the yard? Participating a Halloween themed party? Or just staying at home to watch a horror movie with your iPad? Never mind. Here I collect some HD wallpapers for apple's new iPad. They'all in 2,048*2,048 resolution. Enjoy!

Rumor: Samsung will Make Google's 10-Inch Nexus Tablet

Google Nexus 7 tablet

According to the report from cnet, Google is planning to release a high-end 10.1'' Nexus tablet (Nexus 10), larger than the 7'' Nexus 7 tablet. It's rumored that the device will be made by Korean manufacturer Samsung. Google produces Nexus 7 tablet with another manufacturer Asus currently.

Google Nexus 7 tablet sells well in the US for its low price ($199 for 8G version). As a mid-end product, it's still difficult to beat iPad in the competition. The rumored Nexus 10 will be equipped with a 10.1'' display and has a resolution of 2,560*1,600 pixels, much higher than the new iPad's 2,048*1,536 pixels. The new Nexus device is able to compete with iPad in the market with high configuration. As to the price, there's no doubt that Nexus 10 would be more expensive than the $199 Nexus 7.

Different from Google, apple is currently rumored to announce a smaller and cheaper (probably $299 for 16GB) iPad Mini. If both rumors on Google and apple turn out to be true, the iPad Mini will be a tough opponent for Nexus 7 and Amazon's Kindle Fire HD.


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Rumor: Apple Has Placed An Order of 10 Million iPad Mini

Rumored iPad Mini

Apple Inc. hasn't officially confirmed any plans about the releasing of smaller size tablets up to now. However, according to the report from The Wall Street Journal, an Asian component manufacturer leaked that they have received an order of more than 10 million iPad Mini for apple at the fourth quarter this year. This is almost 2 times as much as the amount of Amazon Kindle Fire's production plan at Q4.

The competition in tablet market is more and more fierce. Despite the iPad's market share is nibbled by Android based tablets, apple is still the largest tablet manufacturer in the world. Along with Samsung's releasing of 5.3'' Galaxy Note and Amazon's 7'' Kindle Fire HD, it's quite reasonable for apple to produce iPad Mini besides the 9.7'' iPads.

17 million iPads were sold at last quarter, has an 84% increasement compared with the same time of last year. The 10-million order also shows apple's confidence to the new iPad Mini. The Deutsche Bank predicts apple would sell 18 million iPads at Q3, this amount could increase to 24 million at Q4.

It's rumored that the iPad Mini is equipped with a 7.85'' display and would put into market at the price "much lower than iPad". Apple currently has no comment about it. No matter these rumors are true or false, the iPad Mini will probably be unveiled later this month.