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Seven 'Recreation' stories August 2011 - July 2013

Amusing Angry Birds Star Wars 2 video shows off first gameplay & new ‘telepods’ controller, lands Sept. 19

Jared Weintraub Jul 15 2013 - 6:19 am PT

Rovio hinted at Angry Birds Star Wars 2 late last week, but today we get an official announcement as well as our first look at gameplay footage and the new Hasbro “Telepods” toys, which appear to let users transfer new characters into the game. The Telepod controller will be available where toys are sold, according to the video, and a broken link to Hasbro is provided.

The game goes live September 19th according to the Angry Birds site.
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First photos of cases for next full-sized iPad again point to narrower, iPad mini-like design

Mark Gurman Feb 22 2013 - 6:07 pm PT

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In January, we published the first photos of actual rear shells for Apple’s upcoming fifth-generation iPad. Based on these photos, the next iPad will carry a design that is akin to the iPad mini, but, of course, larger.

Today, we have received the first photos of a carrying case for this redesigned 9.7-inch iPad. Once again, this new evidence of a redesign points to a form-factor that is narrower in comparison to previous full-sized iPads.

The edges of the case also point to a more squared-off design, as found on the current-generation iPad mini. Our previous photos of the fifth-generation iPad parts point to the design also because almost as thin as the iPad mini. Thanks to Steve at Minisuit, who make great cases for iOS devices, for the lead.

Update: We have received additional photos of iPad 5 (the blue ones) cases. We’ve put a full gallery below:

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Deal Alert: iPad 3rd Gen $299 at Target, in store only

9to5 Staff Feb 12 2013 - 1:14 pm PT

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From 9to5Toys.com:

If you think an iPad 2 for $399 is a good deal, how about a 3rd generation iPad with Retina Display for $299? Get over to your local Target quick, these things don’t usually last long. You can see if your store has them in stock using the find a store link. More deals coming your way at 9to5Toys.com

Crucial SATA 3 SSDs 256GB:$165 512GB:$350. USB 3.0 Lexar Flash 32GB: $18 64GB: $40

9to5 Staff Sep 10 2012 - 7:26 am PT

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Per 9to5Toys.com: Amazon’s got some pretty sick prices today:

Crucial M4 256GB SATA 6Gbps 2.5″ Internal SSD for $165 + pickup at Fry’s(9to5toys.com)
Samsung 128GB 830 Series SATA Internal SSD for $89 + free shipping, more(9to5toys.com)
Crucial 256GB M4 SATA 6Gbps 2.5″ Internal SSDs from $170 + free shipping(9to5toys.com)
OCZ Agility 256GB SATA 6Gbps 2.5″ SSD for $165 after rebate + free shipping(9to5toys.com)
Transcend 256GB 2.5″ SATA III 6Gbps SSD for $155 + $2 s&h(9to5toys.com)
Samsung 256GB SATA 6Gbps Internal SSD from $189 + free shipping(9to5toys.com)
OCZ Agility 256GB SATA 6Gbps 2.5″ SSD for $120 after rebate + free shipping(9to5toys.com)
Lexar 64GB JumpDrive S73 USB 3.0 Flash Drive for $38 + free shipping(9to5toys.com)
Samsung 256GB SATA 6Gbps Internal SSD for $180 + free shipping(9to5toys.com)
Samsung 128GB 830 Series SATA 6Gbps Internal SSD for $95 + free shipping(9to5toys.com)

Toys: $459 iPad 3, iPhone 4S $599, AppleTV $89, 3TB Time Capsule: $425, more

9to5 Staff Jun 29 2012 - 9:28 am PT

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From 9to5Toys.com:

eBay has a lot of Apple products on sale right now at all-time lows.

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Did the Kindle outsell the iPad at Best Buy last weekend?

Seth Weintraub Nov 29 2011 - 1:00 am PT

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Some are saying that just because the Kindle sits atop the BestBuy.com “Best Selling” tablets category, it is outselling the iPad 2.

Not so fast.

There is exactly one model of Kindle Fire, while there are about 16 models of iPad, two of which are second and third on the list and iPads make up a majority of the top 15 list. Did number 1 outnumber #2+#3+#5+#6…?

Could the Fire be the top selling tablet at Best Buy still? Sure (unlikely), but there is no way to tell from the data provided.

And that’s before you get the to the whole $199, making money on the razor blades business model.
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Hello again from Big Nerd Ranch!

9to5 Staff Aug 28 2011 - 2:41 pm PT

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[Editors note: Big Nerd Ranch has sponsored two posts on 9to5mac allowing readers to go to Nerd Camp for free – previous post]

Hello one final time, 9to5Mac readers.

Greetings from the environs of greater Atlanta. I’m writing to you from the airport following an altogether enjoyable week at Big Nerd Ranch. My previous two entries to you offered a glimpse of the overall experience of iOS Bootcamp at Big Nerd Ranch, along with a look at how the class sessions can fulfill the promise of a well-rounded education in iOS. For my final report to you, I’d like to say something about the people and social experience of iOS Bootcamp.
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