Content from our iOS Central blog will now appear on the iOS channel, so that all Macworld.com readers can get the latest news, reviews, and how-tos on iPhones, iPod touches, iPads, and apps.
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So, you've braved the weeks of waiting and the long Apple Store lines and finally gotten your hands on a new iPad 2. You've taken your first step into a larger world--now it's time to put your shiny new tablet to work. Start by learning all the iPad 2 basics with Macworld's new iPad 2 Starter Guide, available for free in the iBookstore.
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Perhaps more than any other Apple i-device, the iPad cries out for some sort of stand. Whether you're viewing video and photos hands-free, typing the next great American novella, or just keeping your iPad secure when charging and syncing, a stand is a useful add-on. We've added to our collection of stand reviews by taking a look at the Bweasel, the Fellowes Study Stand, Joby's GorillaMobile Ori, Rain Design's iRest, Tango's Vue-console, and Ultra Impact's iPad Stand.
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The iPad 2 arrives in U.S. stores Friday. To help you navigate the treacherous retail waters, we've put all our iPad coverage in one place, including information on where you can buy the tablet, comparisons of AT&T and Verizon rate plans, and our iPad 2 buying advice.
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Apple on Wednesday announced iOS 4.3 and versions of its iMovie and GarageBand software for iOS devices. Looking for more detail? You'll find it here.
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The iPad 2 is on its way, but how does it differ from the original iPad? The Macworld staff tells you what you need to know about the latest revision to Apple's tablet.
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Is a new iPad coming? Maybe so. But with a new iPad comes the possibility for some new iOS features for the iPad. Here's a Macworld look at iOS features we'd like to see on the new iPad.
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Apple is holding a special press event next week, and all signs point to the company releasing a new version of the iPad. We have a few features we'd like to see in a future iteration of Apple's tablet.
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On Tuesday, Verizon Wireless and Apple announced the iPhone would soon be available on Verizon's network. Here are answers to some of your burning questions about what it all means.
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Ginny Mies looks at four smartphone trends that should dominate the news coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
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From streaming media to serving up a great meal to playing games, this assortment of App Collections offers plenty of choices for filling up your iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch with entertaining options.
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Our app collections showcase programs that take advantage of location-awareness features, iOS 4's multitasking powers, and the social networking capabilities available to your mobile device.
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The App Store is teeming with mobile offerings designed to kick-start your creative muse, so we've created app collections aimed at designers, illustrators, and photographers.
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Was a new iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch waiting for you under the tree this holiday season? Congratulations -- now it's time to load up your iOS device with apps. Fortunately, our app experts are here to recommend groups of apps aimed at every interest and occasion.
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All work and no play may make for a dull existence, but the work still has to get done. Fortunately, we've found some mobile apps that will help you focus on the task at hand.
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Learn everything you need to know about the iPad with Macworld’s new iPad Superguide, now available online, via CD, or on Apple’s iBookstore. Manage your media, unleash your creativity, and find solutions for common troubleshooting issues.
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iOS 4.2 at last unifies all of Apple's mobile devices under the same software. Macworld picks out ten of the most welcome features in the new release.
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Get the most out of your iOS device with the fourth edition of Macworld’s iPhone and iPod touch Superguide, now available online, via CD, or on Apple’s iBookstore. Learn insider tips, expand your device’s capabilities, and troubleshoot like a pro.
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Shells and skins cover the back and sides of your iPhone 4, but not its screen, offering moderate protection while letting you use the iPhone in its case. We've reviewed three more shell-style iPhone 4 cases this week: Incipio's Feather and Edge and Case-Mate's ID Credit Card Case.
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Most iPhone cases offer some degree of protection, but sometimes you need a case that goes above and beyond. We took a look at seven cases designed to keep your iPhone safe not only from the usual bumps and scratches, but also from dirt, dust, and drops. Some even claim to protect against precipitation.