According to some recent reports, the new iPad battery level indicator seems to shows a full tank two hours and ten minutes before it’s actually charged to full capacity. This news means, contrary to appearances, it really takes about 9 hours to get a full charge from scratch. The tests were run by DisplayMate, the fine folks that analyzed the display on the new iPad.

If accurate, this would be the second time an iOS indicator was found to be misreporting state. During the antennagate controversy, Apple admitted that the cellular signal indicator on the iPhone 4 was showing an erroneously high cell signals, and issued an update to fix it.

However, it seems that misreporting battery state is something that a lot of tablets actually suffer from, since the power status is figured out through an algorithm which can have flaws in it.

Despite having a higher-capacity battery, the new iPad’s power adapter is the same as the iPad 2, so it’s natural to expect charging to take longer; odds are most of us were going to be charging new iPads overnight anyway, when an extra two hours isn’t going to make a huge difference.  

How much power does your iPad have before you plug it in at night? Will an extra two hours charging time throw off your routine with the new iPad?

Source: PCMag

Localytics has recently compiled some of their data through apps, and has concluded that only 6% of iPad sessions are made through a cellular network of some kind. They’ve also figured out that 89.7% of iPads out there are Wi-Fi-only, while 1.5% are the LTE-enabled new iPads. Even among new iPads, only 36% of the sessions are using 4G LTE.  It’s worth noting that the new iPad just went on sale in a lot of countries today, though other studies show that the U.S. takes up the lion’s share of app activity.

These are some pretty interesting numbers, considering how much folks are concerned about blowing through their data caps with an LTE connection and a demanding high-resolution display. Small data buckets are likely a big factor in pushing people to using Wi-Fi over cell networks, and until plans improve, odds are things are going to stay that way.

The numbers seem accurate, at least in my experience. What about you guys – how much time do you spend using your cellular-enabled iPad outside the reach of a Wi-Fi zone?

Source: Localytics

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Another Monster at the end of this Book…Starring Grover and Elmo! is a fantastic interactive children’s book for the iPhone and iPad. The story is about a book that Grover and Elmo encounter that is supposed to reveal another monster at its conclusion. Grover is opposed to reading it because books about monsters make him uncomfortable. Elmo, on the other hand, loves monsters and can’t wait to get to the end of the book.

As you read the story with Grover and Elmo, Grover does everything in his power to prevent the next page from turning by pinning them down with paperclips, gluing the pages together, building castles, and putting up steal walls. It’s the reader’s job to help Elmo turn the page by removing Grover’s obstacles. As Grover and Elmo engage in dialogue, the words they say appear on the page as they say it which is great for children who are learning to read.

In addition to the story, there is also a Parents Notes section to help you and you child get even more from the story. This section recommends follow-up questions to ask your child, how to add play value to the interactions (like make it a race to see how fast they can remove the paperclips), and discussion about conflict resolution and how to expression emotions. This section really is filled with a lot of good stuff for parents.

The Good

• Interactive and fun
• Funny
• Unexpected ending
• Gorgeous graphics

The Bad

• Kind of short

The Conclusion

Another Monster at the End of this Book is a great, engaging book for children and parents. The story is fun, interactive, and silly, and the Parents Notes section has great tips for parents. Oh, and did I mention? Another Monster at the End of this Book looks stunning on the new iPad‘s Retina display.

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While Apple has only just released the new iPad, iMore has already started to hear more about the next generation iPhone (iPhone 5,1). We previously reported that Apple was working to reduce the size of the traditional 30-pin dock connector to something closer akin to a micro-dock so there’d be more room inside for other components (similar to how they went from a mini-SIM to a micro-SIM in 2010). Yesterday we reported that, as of last month, Apple was planning to stick with the current 3.5-inch screen size for the new iPhone, but that it wasn’t set in stone and it could get a little bigger (though nowhere near as big as current 4.5-inch-plus Android phones.)

Following that story we received some additional information.

First, the new iPhone will be 4G LTE compatible. That shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone, considering the new iPad supports LTE and it’s hard to imagine Apple giving the iPad a feature like that and not passing it on to the iPhone. So look for that this fall.

Second is the timeframe. We’ve mentioned October 2012 as the current release schedule for iPhone 5,1 before and it sounds like that’s still the plan. The exact date almost certainly won’t be determined until it gets closer to launch, but the iPhone sounds locked to a fall cycle for the immediate future.

That makes sense for a number of reasons. While going from the iPhone 4 in June 2010 to the iPhone 4S in October 2011 was a longer wait than previous generations, a new iPhone release in June of 2012 would create the opposite problem — only 9 months between iPhones. That’s not entirely dissimilar to the period of time between the Verizon iPhone 4 launch in February of 2011 and the cross-carrier iPhone 4S launch in October of the same year, but that was a unique circumstance. Apple has shown they can earn significant revenue on their flagship devices even when they’ve been on the market for over a year. They probably don’t want to unnecessarily shorten that shelf life.

Also, to date, every new iPhone has been launched alongside a new version of iOS. The last version, iOS 5, was a major, ambitious update, including iCloud and Siri, and Apple may have needed those 16 months to bring it to market. We have no specific information on how large an update Apple is planning for iOS 6, but 9 months may not be enough time for even a modest release. If Apple announces an iOS 6 SDK event this spring, like they did from 2008 to 2010, then we may start getting an idea. If iOS 6 isn’t introduced to developers until WWDC, presumably in the summer like 2011, then a fall release would seem a certainty.

So to sum up, iPhone 5,1 is on track for:

• Similar if not same sized screen (currently 3.5-inch but not set in stone)
• 4G LTE radio
• New “micro dock” connector
• Fall/October 2012 release

There’s some other stuff we’re still looking into and we’ll update asap. In the meantime, if next generation iPhone rumors and discussion are your thing, jump on into our iPhone 5 forum and have at it.

In a recent interview Samsung Mobile’s VP of design, Lee Minhyouk, had a few things to say about Apple’s claim that Samsung is “slavishly” copying their designs.

“I’ve made thousands of sketches and hundreds of prototype products (for the Galaxy). Does that mean I was putting on a mock show for so long, pretending to be designing? … As a designer, there’s an issue of dignity. (The Galaxy) is original from the beginning, and I’m the one who made it. It’s a totally different product with a different design language and different technology infused.”

Of course, there are some undeniable similarities between Apple and Samsung products, but since the initial lawsuit, there has definitely been a bit divergence, particularly when it comes to Samsung’s wider variety of form factors. There are still a lot of lawsuits flying back and forth between the two giants, and as much personal affront as this Samsung designer might take to the allegations, I doubt things will turn out completely in his favor.

Samsung may have started off being very Apple-like in their design and marketing, but lately devices like the Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy Note show a different design language and philosophy. (They’re hardly copying the Apple stylus, right?)

What do you guys think? Is Samsung a shameless copycat and this designer is just putting on a show, or is Apple’s claim to originality overinflated in the face of a long history of mobile technology and interfaces before it?

Source: Reuters

A survey of iPhone shoppers from December last year through February, reveals that 13% had bought their iPhones from Best Buy, while 15% had purchased theirs directly from Apple. Of course, carriers brought in the lion’s share of sales; AT&T sold to 32% of those surveyed, Verizon claimed 30%, and Sprint a less-than-impressive 7%. The survey, conducted by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners, also showed that online stores only accounted for 24% of sales, with regular brick-and-mortar establishments taking up the remaining 76%.

It’s not entirely surprising to see Best Buy doing well selling iPhones, since there are a ton of locations, but you would think Apple retail stores would have a bigger proportion of sales then they do; of all of the places to buy an iPhone, an Apple store is without a doubt the nicest (if not always the most convenient to get to). That said, I would be curious to see how many new iPads Best Buy sold in relation to Apple stores.

Where did you guys get your iPhones? Would you have rather bought it somewhere else?

Source: AllThingsD

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With the amount of iOS devices out there in the world these days, the amount of individuals looking to exploit Apple’s offerings is growing.

A new security vulnerability has now been exposed pertaining to how Apple’s Safari web browser handles site names entered into the address bar. The exploit, discovered by David Vieira-Kurz of MajorSecurity, involves spoofing (faking) the name of the site the user thinks they are going to in Safari while secretly redirecting them to a different, potentially malicious website without their knowledge.

The vulnerability has been reproduced on every device running iOS 5.1 including the iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPad 2 ,and the new iPad. Given the reproducible results, the Dutch Ministry of Security and Justice has issued a warning.

A proof of concept has been provided by Vieira-Kurz and the results have been acknowledged by Apple as far back as March 3rd. That said; it stands to reason that an update from Apple is being worked on to close the hole.

If you’re looking to test out the proof of concept yourself, you can visit the Vieira-Kurz website in the source link below. If you test it, you can see how simply pushing the demo button will load a new site but the address bar would have you believe it’s still apple.com.

Until an update is pushed from Apple, ensure you do not go clicking on any random links you don’t trust and also avoid offering up any personal details on sites you’re not 100% sure about. When it doubt, type in the address yourself rather than clicking a link to better make sure you’re going to the right place. These are common safety measurements for the internet, but certainly worth repeating with this new found exploit now known to the masses.

Source: The Next Web; Via – Vieira-Kurz

Did you just get a new iPad and new Apple TV, and are you wondering how to use Apple’s AirPlay feature to wirelessly beam your music, videos, games, and even FaceTime chats to the big screen? Whether you’re with the family or at the office, AirPlay lets you share everything from movies in the living room to Keynote presentations in the board room quickly and easily.

Overall, AirPlay is a pretty awesome feature to have included with iOS. If you’ve never tried it before, then check out the video above to get a better idea of what it is like to use. Music, Movies, Games, FaceTime and more can all be AirPlay Mirrored through an Apple TV.

How To Enable AirPlay on your Apple TV

Setting up AirPlay is a fairly simple process. It’s just a matter of ensuring a few options are set on your Apple TV and you’re up and running. First, you’ll want to navigate to the settings menu and then, navigate down to “AirPlay”.

Once you’ve navigated to the AirPlay menu, you will see the option to enable the services. Go ahead and set it to on.

You’ll also noticed you can password protect your AirPlay functionality. If you’re using AirPlay at the office or in a public meeting room or even dorm room, you might want to turn this on. If it’s just you and your family, you can leave it off.

How to enable AirPlay on your iPad

Keep in mind, both your Apple TV and your iPad need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. So, if you’re iPad is on 3G or LTE, switch back to Wi-Fi first.

If you’re using an app that has a standard Apple media control, like the built in Movies or YouTube app, then there will be an AirPlay button immediately to the right of the play/pause and other buttons. Tap it, choose Apple TV, and you’re off and running.

If you don’t see an AirPlay button on the media control, you can double tap on your Home button to bring up the fast app switcher.

Swipe all the way to the left until you see the AirPlay icon appear. You can then tap on it and choose the Apple TV which you wish to connect to.

Just change the setting from iPad to Apple TV and then you’ll be connected to your Apple TV.

Sure, the Apple TV has built in YouTube (and Netflix, and other services), but if you’re on your iPad and you find a great video you want to share, it’s much faster to simply AirPlay it then to start switching around and searching for it on your Apple TV.

Watching Youtube or NetFlix will push the video and audio to your Apple TV, listening to music will push the audio to your Apple TV but if you’re looking to play games or use FaceTime with video and audio you’ll need to go one step further and enable AirPlay Mirroring.

How To Enable AirPlay Mirroring

Enabling AirPlay Mirroring is just as easy as playing video over AirPlay. One again go to your Fast App Switcher dock and where you enabled your Apple TV Connection and slide the mirroring button to the on position.

Now, your whole iPad will be displayed on your TV, where you can make use of AirPlay enabled apps to their maximum potential. Keep in mind though, your iPad when displayed on your TV will not take up the full screen.

Only when AirPlay Mirroring is in use with fully supported apps will it ever go to full screen. A great example of this would be Asphalt 6 HD, where the game goes full screen on your TV and your iPad acts as your heads-up display for the game.

Conclusion

If there was one significant reason I had to highlight as being one of the core deciding factors in my purchase of an Apple TV, AirPlay capability is it. So that’s it, hopefully if you never tried it before this guide will set you on the right path.

If you’re in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macau, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden then you’re also in luck! The new iPad launches today in your country!

Are you getting it? Are you lining up? If you are, share your stories and pictures with us in the iMore forums! We’d love to stand in line with you and hear all about how many people are there, what the atmosphere is like, which new iPad model you’re getting, and what you think of it once you’ve gotten it!

If you’re still not sure which new iPad you want, jump over to our new iPad buyers guide and we’ll help you pick the perfect iPad for you. Once you get it, jump over to our new iPad page for all the help and how-tos, and app and game reviews you need to get it set up just the way you want it!

Once that’s done, dive into our new iPad forums for the best help and discussion on the ‘net, so you can get the most out of your new iPad.

Cloud storage services are a great way to extend and expand the internal storage of your new iPad. Many of the files you store on a cloud service like Dropbox, Box.net, SugarSync, or any other popular cloud service can be accessed both from within their own, dedicated apps and from other software like password apps, note taking apps, document editing apps, and more. Many of them also offer free accounts for a decent amount storages, so there’s not cost involved in trying them out.

How to use Dropbox with your new iPad

If you’ve already got a Dropbox account, you can download the free Dropbox app from the App Store. Of course you can always visit Dropbox.com from Safari on your iPad but the native app is a much more pleasant experience and gives you more features than Safari allows.

If you don’t have an account, it’s free to set one up at dropbox.com. You can get 2GB for free and up to 100GB for $19.99 a month or $199.99 a year.

Once you’ve downloaded the Dropbox app, just sign in with your Dropbox login and give your iPad a few seconds to bring down all your files from the cloud. Once it’s done you’ll see all your files and folders listed just like a computer directory (yes, on your iPad!). From there you can view any file type supported by the iPad, and even send files to other apps for better viewing and even editing. (For example, you can send a Numbers document to Numbers for editing.)

I’ve found Dropbox to be the best cloud storage app for iPhone. It’s also my favorite for iPad.

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How to use Box.net app with your new iPad

Box.net is another popular cloud storage app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It’s designed with more of a business-user in mind but is available for anyone. It’s especially good for users who need to collaborate with others or make frequent options.

Box.net offers a free app via the App Store. All you’ll need to do is download it and sign in to access all your files instantly. You can browse them and send them to any other apps that supports them.

If you don’t have an account, you can head on over to Box.net and get 5GB for free, and up to 50GB for $19.99 a month.

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Other cloud options for iPad

While Dropbox and Box.net are two of the most popular choices – there are certainly other options out there for you to choose from, including SugarSync. (Apple’s iCloud is a different kind of service, which is fantastic but which doesn’t do quite the same things in the same way, so we’re not including it here.)

If you’ve already got a cloud storage service you use and like, stick with it. Odds are, you’ll probably find an application in the App Store to compliment your cloud storage service of choice.

The advantages of the cloud

Once you have your preferred cloud storage service and app set up, there’s a lot of great things you can do with it.

• Store music, videos, images, documents, and other files on the cloud that you don’t need immediately and always available (i.e. locally on your iPad), but would like to be able to get to when online.
• Always have an up-to-date copy of files that you edit a lot on your Mac, Windows, or Linux PC, right on your iPad. (Some of us keep our PC home directory in Dropbox so it’s always in sync and backed up on multiple machines, and getting to those files while mobile is sometimes a life-saver.)
• Quickly move a file from your Windows, Mac, or Linux PC to your cloud storage folder when you need to have it available from your mobile but don’t have time to transfer it over locally.
• Make sure collaborators, friends, family, clients, etc. can always see the most up-to-date version of any project.
• Easily share a file you have in your cloud storage by getting a link to email to anyone, anywhere, at any time.

Conclusion

If you’re debating between choices, whether or not they have an app for iPad should probably be a factor when choosing a service. The Retina display on the new iPad will definitely increase application size so cloud storage can help move some files off your iPad and in the cloud to free up space for even more applications.

Do you plan on using cloud services to free up some valuable space on your new iPad? Which cloud service are you using?

We’ve gotten a bunch of emails and some tweets from readers experiencing problems trying to download content from iTunes in the Cloud — Apple’s service that lets you access previously purchased movies, TV shows, music, iBooks, and apps on iPhones, iPads, Apple TV, and iTunes on the desktop. According to Matthew Panzarino of The Next Web, Apple is aware of the problem and is working on a fix.

We contacted Apple Support on the phone and the support person acknowledged the issue, telling us that the first occurrence they had heard of the issue was about 3:30 PST, which is around when we first saw it as well. The support person said that the problem, as far as they know, has to do with the iTunes cloud or its servers and that there was currently no ETA for a fix.

According to Apple Discussions, the error message users are getting is along the lines of:

item cannot be downloaded on this network…must be connected to a wifi network or purchase on computer

Another tech support note pegs the problem as occurring on content over 15mb. Based on the emails we’ve received, people seem to be having the most problems with TV show streaming on the Apple TV in specific.

Since the problem sounds like it’s on Apple’s end, there nothing we can do but wait for them to get things running again. So as much as you may want to reboot, re-login, or keep hitting download just hoping the next time will be the charm, take a deep breath, play something else, and keep an eye out for updates.

If you’re currently experiencing a problem with iTunes in the Clouds re-downloads or streams, let us know what type of media you’re trying to re-download, and when. If it starts working for you again, let us know that as well.

Source: The Next Web, thanks @mjperljam