iPhone News Updated

iPhone/iPad from Hell 1 October 2011

1. SEGA has announced that Brick People for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch is now available on the App Store. You will build brick steps and structures to help the hungry Brick People reach a collection of delicious snacks. Brick People utilizes the Multi-Touch capabilities of iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, enabling quick brick stacking and allowing players to race against each other to become the best bricklayer. Use Bluetooth® to compete against friends in multiplayer match-ups, or use iPad to compete head-to-head on a single device. Players can also compete with others around the world when posting high scores on the Game Center leaderboards. Get on iTunes

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iPad and iPhone Join the Military

Ever since the iPhone and the iPad hit the market, Apple has been able to infiltrate market segments many thought were impossible for the California based company. There is no doubt that the leadership and vision of Steve Jobs combined with the creativity of Jonathan Ive have done wonders for the company.

Developers and creative companies have also been able to take advantage of Apple’s iOS devices. Even the military seems to be taking advantage of Apple’s gadgets to reduce operational costs and improve military efficiency.

Two well known military contractors are already planning to use the iPhone, the iPad and other potential products as well.

Well known military contractor, Harris, is currently working on an iPad application that will allow ground troops to use touchscreen gestures to remotely control a camera aboard an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). The goal is to make sure that military troops can find enemy soldiers and weapons remotely, while seeing actual video and remotely controlling the UAV camera directly from the iPad. Harris is very well known for its commercial video products, which should translate very well to the iPad.

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