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Why quad-core iOS devices could launch within the next year
Deep within the latest iOS 5.1 betas are code references that appear to suggest that Apple is readying its mobile operating system for quad-core processors. According to “knowledgable and reliable” sources speaking to 9to5Mac, the reference are evident in processor management software that previously only referenced one- and two-core processors.
The code references are found within a file labelled “/cores/core.3.” Since programmers, by habit, generally start counting at 0 instead of 1, “/cores/core.0″ references single-core processors like the A4, and “/cores/core.1″ references the dual-core A5 processor used in the iPad 2 and iPhone 4S. Theoretically, “/cores/core.2″ would refer to a three-core processor, but iOS doesn’t contain any such reference.
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The leaders at China Unicom are placing their bets on the iPhone 4S in a very big way. With a new promotion that begins January 13th, the nation’s second largest mobile carrier will offer both the 32GB and 16GB versions of Apple’s latest iPhone free on-contract. To score the high-end model, consumers must sign a three-year agreement with a minimum monthly cost of 286 yuan ($45). Alternately, those looking to avoid the long-term commitment may pick up the 16GB version on a two-year contract with a minimum price of 386 yuan ($61) per month. With the obvious price differential, one thing is for certain — China Unicom definitely wants its customers to stick around. 
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iOS: If you just signed up for a gym membership, completely convinced that you’ll go every day this year, keep in mind you’re essentially throwing money away when you don’t go. If you need a little more motivation to make the trip and work out, Gym-Pact is a new iOS app and webapp that lets you put your money where your mouth is. Go to the gym and check in with your phone and you’ll be rewarded with cash payouts. Skip your workouts, and the service penalizes you and your bank account. More » 
As those who follow such comings and goings closely may have noticed, a rather mysterious “GameStore” app seemingly made by Apple itself recently appeared in the App Store. It didn’t provide much in the way of functionality for its $0.99 price tag — displaying only a few in-app purchases that couldn’t actually be purchased — and now Apple has offered an explanation, of sorts, for the app’s existence. In a message to folks who bought the app, Apple said that the app (since pulled from the App Store) was “prematurely released,” and that it has refunded all purchases. Of course, that raises the question as to whether it will eventually be released officially, but Apple expectedly isn’t getting any more specific at this point. 
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So, wait — is unlimited just unlimited, or is it “unlimited?” Let’s ask the man who spent a solid 30 seconds (and countless millions) explaining precisely that back in March of last year… oh, wait. Despite Sprint’s claims of keeping its “unlimited” plans “truly unlimited,” it seems that there is a special asterisk reserved for those who really attempt to push the boundaries. No real surprise, honestly, but CEO Dan Hesse was quoted earlier today as saying the following in regard to heavy data users: “For those that want to abuse it, we can knock them off.” Moreover, he affirmed that throttling can be implemented for “about one percent of users,” but did continue to say that there were no immediate plans for The Now Network to follow its contemporaries into the deep, dark world of tiered data. Of course, this is also the man who told us that “nothing is guaranteed forever,” so make of it what you will — particularly with an LTE network going live in around six months. 
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Last October, Samsung made a new attack in its ongoing patent war with Apple, filing motions to block sales of the iPhone 4S in both France and Italy, alleging infringements of patents relating to WCDMA standards for 3G-enabled devices. About a month ago the French motion was denied and now we’re learning that an Judge Marina Tavassi of the Italian Tribunale di Milano has said “negato” as well. What’s next? We hear Brazil is lovely this time of year… 
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As TechCrunch noted earlier today, a “guest mode” on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch would be a very useful feature. Fortunately for those of you who jailbreak, you can have that feature right now. More » 
That iPhone 4S just not cutting the mustard when it comes to wake up calls? Need something a little iHome-ier? Well, you’re in luck because the company behind the iW1 AirPlay has a slew of refreshed docks just waiting to step and repeat at next week’s CES. On deck are the $270 iW4, an AirPlay for your bedside table, the $70 iP18 with its selection of four distinct flashing LED colors to rouse you from rest and the$170 iD50, a Bluetooth alarm dock that’s equal parts clock radio and speakerphone. Sadly, it’s going to be all show and no buy for a while, as these iOS-friendly devices won’t be released until later this year. Think you can sit tight? Good, then check out the PR after the break while you wait.
