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DigiTimes cites OEM sources stating that Apple is considering using Intel's Moorestown mobile Internet device platform processor in a future iPhone. Intel had demoed an iPhone-like device based off the platform, due in 2009, at the latest Intel Developer Forum (Engadget). Like the Samsung ARM processor currently used, Moorestown is a system-on-chip design, and will combine processing...

Some early upgraders of iPhone Firmware 1.1.1 who are accustomed to 3rd party applications may be interested in restoring their iPhones to the previous firmware, version 1.0.2. At the moment, this does not appear to be possible due to the new firmware's use of upgraded GSM modem firmware, which is not downgrade-able by simply applying the old system firmware. More information can be found via ...

Along with iPhone Software 1.1.1, Apple has also released the 1.1.1 software update for the iPod Touch which simply lists "bug fixes". Some early reports by users are claiming that the Negative Blacks screen issue may have been addressed with this update. Meanwhile, iTunes 7.4.3 for Windows has also been released which specifically addresses issues with the initial setup of the iPod touch...

Think Secret has posted a more comprehensive gallery of the improvements in the latest Mac OS 10.5 "Leopard" build, seeded to developers last week. With only two known issues remaining, MacRumors sources are indicating that Leopard is in the release candidate stage of development. Release Candidates are typically chosen amongst builds that have no known major issues and little to no known...

Microsoft has announced packages and pricing of their upcoming Office 2008, to be released in January. VersionNotable FeaturesPriceHome and Student EditionContains all core Office products, but lacks Exchange support.$149.95(full version only)Standard EditionCore products, including Exchange support and support for Automator workflows.$399.95(full)/$239.95(upgrade)Special Media EditionStandard ...

In preparation with its broader iTunes store partnership with Starbucks, Starbucks has announced that from October 2nd to November 7th, stores will hand out "Song of the Day" cards that can be redeemed on the iTunes store for a selected song of 37 artists featured on Starbucks Hear Music label, including Joss Stone, Dave Matthews, John Mayer, Annie Lennox and Band of Horses. The first song will...

With the turning of the seasons, Apple has delayed its promised "Summer 2007" delivery of Final Cut Server. Apple has updated its website to not specify a release date. Multiple reports (some anonymous) to MacRumors claims a delay of several weeks is in order, and one claims that the release could be pushed back as far as January 2008. Final Cut Server is a media asset management...

Research firm iSuppli has torn down the latest iteration of the iPod nano to find hefty component changes. "The changes in components have resulted in significant cost reductions in the nano design, allowing Apple to offer a product that is less expensive to build and that has enhanced features compared to its predecessor," said Andrew Rassweiler, senior analyst and teardown services manager for...

Today at the Intel Developer Forum, Intel CEO Paul Otellini affirmed that Intel's Penryn and Nehalem family of processors are on track for their releases this year and next year, respectively. "We expect our Penryn processors to provide up to a 20 percent performance increase while improving energy efficiency," said Otellini. "Intel's breakthrough 45nm silicon process technology allows us to...

Reviews are emerging for Apple's newly released 3rd generation iPod nano and iPod classic. iPod nano Reviewers seem to be generally impressed with Apple's new nano. The update provided popular features such as video and games to the nano but keeps reasonable price points. Playlist and CNet didn't seem to mind the smallish 2" screen for watching video, however iLounge notes that the even...

Apple 2.0 puts faith in a recent note by Gene Munster claiming that the pace of iPhone sales has tripled since the price break. By Munster's reckoning, Apple and AT&T (T) were selling an average of 9,000 iPhones a day before the price reduction, which would have put their quarterly sales at 594,000 as of Sept. 5. The two companies had already sold 270,000 phones in the previous quarter. To reach 1 ...

Apple has released Keyboard Software Update 1.2. Apple states that the update is intended to provide support for Apple's aluminum keyboard special features. The 35.3 MB update requires Mac OS 10.4.10. In addition, Apple also released Compatibility Update for QuickTime 7.2, which promises increased compatibility with iLife. The 18.1 MB update requires Mac OS 10.3.9 or 10.4.9 or later and...

One of the early criticisms of the Apple TV was that it was unable to purchase content without the use of iTunes on a Mac or PC. We don't have any solid rumor-intelligence to claim that direct-purchasing from the iTunes store will indeed be added to the Apple TV, and in general dislike speculation in our articles at MacRumors. However, in this case the evidence seems to be clearly adding up...

Toshiba has announced a prototype 1.8" HDD that fits 120 GB on a single platter via a breakthrough called Discrete Track Recording (DTR). The drive uses the same form factor currently used in Apple's iPod classic. Currently, Apple uses an 80 GB single-platter drive for its thinner model and a 160 GB dual-platter drive for its slightly thicker model. Toshiba's technology would allow...

Think Secret notes that last week Apple distributed Mac OS 10.4.11 build 8S151/8S2151 for PPC and Intel. Builds 8S151 (PowerPC) and 8S2151 (Intel) feature a handful of additional fixes, including ones targeted at system hangs at shutdown when unmounting an NFS volume, audio drift glitches, incorrect size reporting on Sun Mass Storage Devices, and more. However, the site notes that a handful of...

Apple announced today that it has sold its one millionth iPhone."One million iPhones in 74 days -- it took almost two years to achieve this milestone with iPod," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "We can't wait to get this revolutionary product into the hands of even more customers this holiday season."Last week, Apple announced a $200 price cut on the 8 GB iPhone and the elimination of the 4 GB...

Apple has released Pro Application Support 4.0.2, available via its website or via Software Update. This update addresses issues with keyboard interface reliability for Apple's professional applications and is recommended for all users of Final Cut Studio....

With help from various readers, we've pulled out some other points of interest that were buried in today's announcements. Demise of iPod Hi-Fi? While Apple still has a product page for its high-end iPod Hi-Fi accessory, readers have noted that the product has been removed from Apple's online store. Think Secret had previously predicted the Hi-Fi's demise, apparently due to lackluster sales. ...

The Associated Press (via Forbes.com) reveals that Apple has spent $720,000 on lobbying the U.S. Federal Government thus-far in 2007. Topics of interest to Apple appear to be updating the U.S. patent system, and advocacy of bills to increase funding for technology in education and provide tax breaks for spending on research and development. Many technology companies, including Apple, are...

Intel's latest roadmap reportedly includes higher front side bus speeds for Penryn-based Xeons, according to DailyTech. The site lists 3 processors slated to include a 1600 MHz front side bus, up from today's 1333 MHz front side bus, 2 of which are quad-core. The E5472 and E5462 are clocked at 3.0 GHz and 2.8 GHz respectively, and will feature Penryn's 12 MB L2 cache previously described....