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Aleksandra Mednikova

iPad Antivirus

Owning an iPad brings numerous benefits, most important of which is system security. Because the iPad uses the legendary iOS operating system, it is considered to be one of the safest tablet devices when it comes to avoiding viruses and malware. There has never been a confirmed virus that was able to penetrate through the built-in security systems in the iOS platform, although there have some a few malware scares in recent years.

What Types of Threats could you Face?
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Investing in the right iPad & iPhone External Hard Drive

One of the biggest issues that people are going to find when they go to purchase their new iPad or iPhone is the fact that the price for bigger hard drives and more storage jumps up dramatically at every single level. The entry-level iPad gives you just enough storage to be usable for most people, but if you’re really looking to put a lot of content, movies, or games onto your new iPad you’ll have to move up into the 32 gig, 64 gig, and even higher options – price points that become ridiculously prohibitive the higher you get. Of course, the alternative is to add an external hard drive to the mix – something that is nowhere near as simple or straightforward as you may have been led to believe.
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How you can use iPad Pillows

There are hundreds of accessories available for the iPad. Everything from projectors to keyboards to speaker systems, if you can think of it chances are it’s already on the market. One of the more comical, but still extremely useful, accessories for the iPad are iPad pillows. These have a variety of uses including making it more comfortable to use your iPad, giving you more support when typing, and for keeping your iPad in a secure position on your lap.

Description

iPad pillows were developed and released shortly after the release of the original iPad. The idea behind them was to give users a device that was comfortable while offering support for their iPad. A typical iPad pillow incorporates a triangular design which is sturdy and will not crumble or collapse when weight is applied. They are designed to be placed in your lap and allow you to work more comfortably and efficiently on your iPad. Some models are expandable which allows for the incorporation of a Bluetooth keyboard if necessary.
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Coolest iPhone and iPad Toys

The introduction of the iPad and iPhone devices in recent years, and the further release and updates of these devices has opened up a whole new world of technology and fun for the serious tech-guru within us. iPhone and iPad toys are designed to be controlled fully using the power of your iOS device. These toys typically use remote control technology which is controlled from your device to power the toy and operate it within specifications.

History of iPhone and iPad Toys

Toys that are designed specifically to be used with the iPad and iPhone were developed and marketed shortly after the power of these devices was discovered by toy manufacturers. The first toy that was developed specifically to be used in conjunction with the iPad is hard to determine, as there were numerous toys released within a short time period of each other.

Top 5 iPhone and iPad Toys

Below is a brief list of the top five iPad and iPhone toys along with a brief description including price, features and a brief description of each.
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iPhone and iPod FM Transmitter

While owning an iPod brings with it the ability to enjoy over 10,000 songs from the palm of your hand, many people find that not having FM radio capabilities can really hinder the overall popularity and usefulness of the iPod. Thankfully there are numerous FM transmitter devices that have been developed to be used specifically for the iPod and iPhone devices.

FM Transmitter Overview

An FM transmitter is a device which connects to your iPod and allows you iPod to play FM radio stations for free. This effectively turns your iPod or iPhone into a portable, high quality radio that can play any stations within range. Most FM transmitters designed for smartphone use also include some type of hands-free calling system and a universal charging port which allows the device to be powered from the DC adapter in your vehicle. You can also charge your iPod or iPhone using the power from the transmitter, accomplishing two tasks at once.

iPhone and iPod FM Transmitter Choices

Below are the top three iPod and iPhone FM transmitters, along with their price and a brief description including uses and features;
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Using Linux on iPod

As one of the most popular MP3 players ever invented, the iPod has won numerous awards and has been purchased millions of times by people all around the world since its inception over 10 years ago. Apple has included their own operating system, known as iOS, on all of the iPods they have built and shipped. While iOS is a good operating system in its own right, some people naturally want to expand the capabilities of their iPod by installing a new operating system that replaces the existing one on new iPods. iPodLinux is an operating system based on Linux technology that is designed to run on all Apple iPod devices.

History

The idea for a Linux type operating system to be used on an iPod was thought of shortly after the original iPod was released in 2001. Computer scientist student Nils Schneider recognized numerous shortcomings related to the Apple iOS operating system and decided to extract the fourth generation bootloader. This process took him 22 hours to complete. After extracting the bootloader Schneider was able to replace the original iOS operating system with a Linux-type system he and fellow students had developed.

How to use Linux on your iPod
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Best iPad and iPhone Projector

Owning an iPhone or iPad allows you to accomplish many things and improve your productivity dramatically.  There are a wide array of accessories on the market that are designed to further improve the functionality and usefulness of your iPad or iPhone.  One of the most useful accessories is the iPad and iPhone projector.  These allow you to display what is currently on your devices screen to a larger audience by projecting the image onto a wall or board.

What are iPhone Projectors?
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