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Microsoft comments on Siri, proves they still don't get it

By Rene Ritchie, Thursday, Nov 24, 2011 a 9:59 am

In an interview with Forbes, Microsoft's Chief Research and Strategy Officer Craig Mundie poopoos Apple's Siri intelligent virtual assistant, saying it's nothing Microsoft's TellMe hasn't been doing since the introduction of Windows Phone 7 over a year ago.

You can take these Windows Phones now and you can just pick them up and you can say text Eric and it'll ask you what you want to say and it transcribes it. And say send. You can query anything through Bing by just saying the words. All that is already there.

Forums: Vibration for SMS alerts, GPS coordinates as Address in Contacts

By Chris Parsons, Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011 a 8:30 pm

As we head on into Thanksgiving for those of us in the U.S. we'd just like to say we're thankful for all you TiPb readers out there. Before you head off for time with the family make sure you check out the TiPb Forums for the best darn discussion in iPhone and iPad today!

The week in iPhone for November 23, 2011

By Rene Ritchie, Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011 a 3:37 pm

Missed a compelling piece of iPhone news, a great review, or a killer how-to? We're not collecting absolutely everything in iPhone here -- you can hit up TiPb.com/iPhone for that! -- but we're carefully picking what we think is the best of the last 7 days and presenting it here for your review.

And hey! -- these double as show notes for our iPhone Live! podcast tonight at 9pm Eastern. So join us at TiPb.com/live and follow along!

Review + Giveaway: Golla Bags for iPhone 4S

By Allyson Kazmucha, Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011 a 3:33 pm

If you're the type of person that doesn't like to put a physical case on their iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S, the Golla line of pouches may be more up your alley. While you aren't using your iPhone they'll do a great job of protecting it as well as giving you a bit of storage space for things such as credit cards or an ID.

2011 Holiday Guides: iPhone and iPad gifts for gamers

By chrissyboy6969, Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011 a 1:17 pm

The iPhone, iPad and iPod touch are pretty much the perfect mobile gaming platform and chances are you might be shopping for someone who just loves their iOS gaming. So what to get them? Luckily, there are lots and lots of gifts for gamers to choose from! Here are a few of my favorites, both for the hottest hardware and greatest games!

Don’t need anything for a gamer? Check out the recommendations anyway, something great might still catch your eye. If not, no worries, check out one of our other 2011 holiday gift guides!

Top 10 best apps for new iPhone users

By Rene Ritchie, Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011 a 10:50 am

Breaking down the top 10 best social, productivity, video, music, and other apps and games for your new iPhone

Did you or someone you know just get a brand new iPhone or iPod touch, and are wondering which are the top 10 very best, most must-have apps and games you absolutely need to jump into the App Store and download now, now, now? Well, you're in luck -- whether you want to show off the beautiful Retina display, test the power of the dual-core Apple A5 processor, need to get things done, or just want to have some fun, TiPb's top 10 have got your back! As part of our ongoing iPhone new users guide, here are our top 10 favorite, most highly recommended iPhone apps to get you started!

Samsung mocks Apple iPhone users in Galaxy S II commercial

By Rene Ritchie, Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011 a 1:11 am

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Interesting new ad/tactic from Samsung, painting those devoted Apple users who line up from the iPhone 4S as fanboy hipster sheep whose faces are stuck to the blogs -- reading about battery life issues and lack of design changes -- until a giant-screened, 4G powered, Galaxy S II tears them away.

Also interesting that Samsung only focuses on the size of the screen and speed of the radio -- and not at all about the Android operating system that runs it.

Make anyone want to dump their new iPhone for a Galaxy S II?

Source: YouTube via Daring Fireball

Infinity Blade 2 visuals

By Rene Ritchie, Tuesday, Nov 22, 2011 a 6:16 pm

Infinity Blade 2 looks great. Can't wait for December 1; there goes what was left of my sleep time...

The iPhone 4S and professional photography

By Allyson Kazmucha, Tuesday, Nov 22, 2011 a 3:37 pm

We all know the iPhone 4S camera can replace most point and shoot cameras in a heartbeat. But what about for professional photography? Does it make the cut for on the go photography or does it still leave something to be desired?

iMore gift guides: iPhone, iPod, iPad, and Apple TV

By Rene Ritchie, Tuesday, Nov 22, 2011 a 10:19 am

The biggest gift of the year, as far as iMore is concerned, is a brand new iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or Apple TV. But with so many iOS devices on the wish list this year, how do you know which one to get and for whom? Well sit back, relax, and let us do the heavy gift lifting for you this year -- with our 2011 holiday guides!

And hey -- if you already have all the iOS devices you need, no worries! We have a full slate of holiday gift guides coming your way!