Facebook.com Becomes World's Most Visited Website

According to Alexa, the web information company, Facebook.com is the number one most visited website in the world, overtaking Google. Google has steadily been number one on the internet for several years with only a few overtakes by Facebook for a day and Myspace (a long time ago).

Now, Facebook has steadily been the number one website for around a week and it is unknown weather it shall remain in its current position.

Google went public (GOOG) in 2004 and had a far more successful IPO than of Facebook which has been falling since the company went public this May.

We also have a post covering Facebook's debut in the stock market.

Stay tuned for more updates

Facebook debuts in the stock market [EXCLUSIVE INVESTOR ISSUE]

This post was originally posted on May 17th 2012

It is now updated (June 6th 2012) for the most relevant information.

The original post cannot be viewed as of now.

Any comments before June 6th 2012 may be outdated.

Image from Google Images

Facebook, who has recently purchased instagram for $1b in April, rolled itself out in the stock market. Investors: Here is some important information you need to know:


Price per share: Facebook is worth around $26 (About 8:00 PM EST)
IPO: Facebook's IPO (Initial Public Offering) was $38
Value: Offering its initial public offering at $38, Facebook would be valued at $104b
How it will be traded: Facebook will be traded with NASQAQ
Buy? Hold? Sell? At this point, it won't hurt if you buy 10% of the shares in Facebook that you already purchased. Some analysts say that Facebook's stock price can double or even triple over the next five years. For now, HOLD your Facebook shares.

This post will be continually updated. Stay tuned for more, right here, at Rainbow Posts!

So... What's the new iPhone going to be called?

This March, Apple introduced what people were expecting to call "iPad 3". Unfortunately, that never happened and we needed to stop our force of habit to call it "iPad 3". As most people know, Apple's 2012 iPad is called "The new iPad". What happens when the iPad 4 or whatever Apple chooses to call it comes out? They'll call their so-called "New iPad" "iPad (3rd generation)". We think, Apple thinks that iPad is "so popular" and everything, that they don't need to give iPads a last name.

So what does this mean for the iPhone? We're not sure wether Apple chooses to keep the name "iPhone 5". Although, I could already envision Steve Jobs saying that if he were still alive, Apple might choose to call their new iPhone "The new iPhone". Several sources have picked up on this discussion as well. By the way, while we're still picking up on potential features for the "New iPhone" or "iPhone 5", the image above, from Google images, was featured on CNET, displays the most likely new features. We're still working on the rest of the features but we think that the "no home button" feature won't be found in Apple's new phone, because the feature was highly expected in the iPad 3 (now "the New iPad"), and it still wasn't present. Apple might think of the home button on its' mobile devices as a signature that screams "Hi, I'm an Apple product".

For now, feel free to browse our previous posts and rumors while we gather more on everything tech.

Apple gains ownership of iPhone5.com domain

Apple has been battling with the iPhone5.com domain and hosted "a small discussion form" (according to MacRumors) for the past year and a half.  As of now, several chain sources (including MacRumors and The Next Web), that the case that Apple filed to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has been terminated. According to the MacRumors website "The domain is now under the control of brand protection firm Corporation Service Company, presumably on Apple's behalf, and simply displays a blank page."

Screenshot from the Macrumors website.

We think Apple's choice to to terminate the domain was for the public not to be mislead by what the site was writing about. This means that the site may seem too official, with the name of the product being the main URL. for example, we post about product info/rumors/news from our URL www.rainbowposts.blogspot.com, which unlike the iPhone 5 URL, gives away all of the site's secrets. Of course, this is just a suggestion and doesn't mean it's actually what we think (though it could be).

As we also noted, the domain "www.iphone4s.com" redirects you to "http://www.apple.com/iphone/?cid=oas-us-domains-iphone4s.com" which is the shortcut to the iPhone 4S section on Apple's website.

This is all we know for now. Stay tuned for future updates, more on the iPhone and iPad, and everything else. We'll be here!

Apple's New iPad [EXCLUSIVE REPORT: NEW FEATURES, PHOTOS, CAMERA TEST, PRESS RELEASE, LINES, UNBOXING, AND MORE!]

iPad
On March 7th 2012, the new iPad was announced. (NOTE: The new iPad is NOT called the iPad 3. It is simply "The new iPad" or iPad (3rd Generation)).The highly anticipated gadget for the year, which now features some amazing new things (more on that coming up!) also caused quite a commotion in many parts of the world. As stated on BBC Russia:  Фото: новый iPad 3 вызвал ажиотаж во всем мире
[Google Translate:  Photo: new iPad 3 has caused a stir around the world. Here is that photo:

Photo Credit: BBC Russia

RELEASE

The New iPad was launched yesterday, March 16th. There were thousands of people in line waiting to get the new iPad. If you were there, you would have seen the huge crowds. In London the line was several hundred meters. The new iPad launched 8 AM local time in the US, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, along with the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico on March 16th.

The next set of countries to get the new iPad on March 23rd are 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. 

Here are some more photos from BBC Russia regarding the lines to get the new iPad:

Japan: World Wide iPad Effect

New iPad

Welcome!

First!

100+ meter lines in London

UNBOXING

Well I guess for some people that must have been exciting. If you are curious about the unboxing of the new iPad here's a video from YouTube that could help you (New Features coming up next):

FEATURES

The new iPad comes with features that we predicted originally in our post "iPad 3: Everything you need to know" (found here) We were right for some things that are in the new iPad, and almost right for others. Here are the features you need to know if you're buying the new iPad.

1) The new iPad is resolutionary. Yep, that's right. The new iPad now has the highest resolution display, even more HD than what's called an HD TV. And iPad is only 9.7" compared to an HD TV. The Retina Display:

+ Has 264 ppi (pixels per inch)  [iPad 2: 132 ppi, 2X pixels on the new iPad]

+ 44% greater saturation than on the iPad 2

+ A5X Quad-Core Graphics

-Unfortunately makes the new iPad 0.4mm thicker, in order to elevate the pixels, so that color patterns don't get mixed up.

The new iPad vs iPad 2 at reading E-Books [iBooks]

Retina Display mentioned in the new iPad keynote

2) 5 MP iSight Camera. Your memories have never been clearer

iSight is the rear camera inside the new iPad. iSight is now at 5 MP with a larger aperture, so photos look better, and crisper. iSight is the camera that was in older Macs before 2010's FaceTime debut for the iPhone 4, the 4th generation iPod touch, the Mac and the iPad. Ever since, the Mac's webcams were called FaceTime cameras after the debut of FaceTime to the iPhone 4 and other Apple products mentioned. Now Apple is using the high-resolution webcams in the new iPad which are thought to be altered from their debut on the Mac.

An interesting thing pointed out by MacRumors, is that Apple recycled the cameras found in older products and used them for the new iPad. The site states that from iFixit's teardown of the new iPad shows the smae sensors found in the iPhone 4, developed by Omnivision. The front facing (what Apple likes to call it; "FaceTime") camera, the lens are also manufactured by Omnivision, which were used in the iPod Nano with the video camera. Here is an excerpt form the site:

That unit was the Omnivision OV5650. The OV5650 is the second generation back illumination (BI) technology from OmniVision. This 5 Mp camera features 1.75 µm pixels, and is designed to deliver DSC quality in a mobile phone application. The sensor supports HD (1080p) video at 60 fps. Apple specifications for the new iPad also tout the same specification. So the analysis we have just completed… drum roll please... says that the 5 Mp back illuminated CMOS Image Sensor in the new iPad is the same, it is the Omnivision OV5650 (die mark OV290BF).

The front camera in the new iPad is the 0.3 megapixel Omnivision OV297AA unit seen previously in the iPad 2 and the old camera-equipped iPod Nano. Chipworks notes that this isn't the first time Apple has recycled parts into new products, and that the strategy keeps costs and technological risks low. 

If you're an iPod Nano owner, and your iPod Nano has a video camera you should have a feel of what the front-facing "FaceTime" camera on the new iPad is like.

It is reported that the new iPad's FaceTime Camera is still VGA at 0.3 MP. It is the same one found in the iPad 2.

3) 1080p HD video recording

The new iPad now comes with 1080p HD video. We tested it out and it looked pretty amazing. Here are some test videos on YouTube:

4) Video Stabilization

The new iPad also comes with video stabilization previously seen on the iPhone 4S, now comes to the new iPad. It's something in iOS that's exclusive to only those two devices. However, video stabilization can be easily seen:

Also previously seen in the iPhone 4S:

5) It's all in the lens

The lens' of the iPad's camera have a wider  ƒ/2.4 aperture and a five-element lens. According to Apple, the new iPad has an advanced "hybrid infrared filter — typically reserved for expensive SLR cameras — keeps out harmful IR light for more accurate, uniform colors" - from Apple's website

from Apple's website

6) 4G LTE


The iPad can now connect to 4G LTE. Not much to talk about here-- basically it's the next generation network, and is almost as fast as Wi-Fi. However, In Australia, Apple's advertising was mislead, because 4G LTE doesn't support Australian networks. If you're in Australia you can get a full refund from Apple if you feel mislead by their advertising.

Image from Apple's Website:

7) iLife. Completed.

Apple completed their iLife suite when they launched iPhoto for iPad. iPhoto? Yes, you read that right. You may have heard it from the Mac, but now it's on the iPad. Basically, it's a photo editing tool from Apple at $4.99. However, what's special about iPhoto on iPad? It's an "intuitive" way to edit your photos with simple finger dragging, paint brushes and tools like sharpen, soften etc.

Apple also updated Garage Band with Jam session, stabilization improvements and more. iMovie was given a new icon, along with a new inference and more.

8) A5X

The new iPad comes with the A5X chip which is capable of:

• Quad Core Graphics [iPad 2: Dual Core]
• 1024 MB of RAM [iPad 2: 512 MB]

PHOTOS TAKEN WITH THE NEW iPAD

from Apple's website

The Verdict?

If you:

• Bring your iPad everywhere you go, and take pictures and videos, and care about the quality of your pictures/photos.
• Need fast, 4G internet wherever you go
• Are an avid gamer
• Multitask a lot (I mean A LOT!)
• Want your emails, web pages, documents, text, apps, etc. to be EVEN CLEARER (by 2X)

You should buy the new iPad.

Did you know?: The iPad 2 is also sold next to the new iPad, available in 16 GB [Wi-Fi only, Wi-Fi + 3G] and for $100 cheaper!

Thank You for reading this post! Comment to tell us what you think, your reviews, etc.

Future iPad model(s) Comparison Chart? (compared to iPad 2)

Could this be the real comparison chart between the iPad 2 & the new iPad models?

Using the data we observed from the rumors and assumptions of several sources and 'leaks' we were able to generate this comparison chart. Could it be real? (please remember these are just predictions and the actual model(s) may vary.)

	iPad 2	iPad 2S	iPad 3
Processor	1 GHz Dual-core A5 chip	1 GHz Quad-core A6 chip	1.2 GHz Quad-core A6 chip
Carriers	Wi-Fi - AT&T Verizon - -	Wi-Fi 4G AT&T Verizon Sprint -	Wi-Fi 4G AT&T Verizon Sprint T-Mobile
Colors	Black White -	Black White Chrome	Black White Chrome
Dimensions	9.7”	7”	9.7”
Built-in Assistant	-	Siri	Siri
Camera	0.7 Megapixels Auto Focus Tap to Focus - Backside illumination sensor - - -	5 Megapixels Auto Focus Tap to focus LED flash Backside illumination sensor Four-element lens Face Detection 3D Camera	8 Megapixels Auto Focus Tap to focus LED flash Backside illumination sensor five-element lens Face Detection Advanced 3D Camera
Front Facing Camera	VGA Front Facing Camera. (0.3 MP) For FaceTime For PhotoBooth For self portraits For 3rd party apps - -	HD front facing Camera (1 MP) For FaceTime HD For PhotoBooth For self portraits For 3rd party apps For 3D self portraits For apps that require 3D content, via front camera	HD front facing Camera (3 MP) For FaceTime HD For PhotoBooth For self portraits For 3rd party apps For 3D self portraits For apps that require 3D content, via front camera
Video Recording	HD Video Recording 720p 30 fps Tap to focus while recording - -	Improved HD video recording 1080p 30 fps Tap to focus while recording LED light Video Stabilization	Improved HD video recording 1080p 60 fps Tap to focus while recording LED light Video Stabilization
Video Calling	FaceTime to any iOS device with a fron-facing camera	FaceTime to any iOS device with a fron-facing camera in HD	FaceTime to any iOS device with a fron-facing camera in HD
Display Display (continued)	- 132 ppi Fingerprint proof …coating IPS technology -	True Retina Display 330 ppi Fingerprint proof …coating IGZO technology Anti Glare screen	True Retina Display 330 ppi Fingerprint proof …coating IGZO technology Anti Glare screen
Sensors	3 axis gyro Accelerometer Ambient light sensor -	3 axis gyro Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity Sensor	3 axis gyro Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity Sensor
Battery	Up to10 hour battery life	Up to 12 hour battery life	Up to 16 hour battery life
Size	8.8 mm	6.3 mm	6.2 mm
weight	1.33 lb Wi-Fi 1.35 lb 3G -	0.81 lb Wi-Fi 0.83 lb 3G 0.90 lb 4G	1.13 lb Wi-Fi 1.15 lb 3G 1.20 lb 4G LTE
Value	Low-end	Low-end	High-end
Price	$239 8GB - Add $120/3G + Wi-Fi -	$299 8GB $399 16 GB Add $120/3G + Wi-Fi Add $170/4G LTE +3G +Wi-Fi	$499 16GB $599 32GB $699 64 GB Add $120/3G + Wi-Fi Add $180/4G LTE +3G +Wi-Fi

Update to the post "iPad 3, everything you need to know"

To learn more about the iPad 3 rumors, please consider the previous post. In addition, please consider the following,

-There will be 3 models at the time the iPad 3 will be available: iPad 2, iPad 2S, and iPad 3.

-iPad 3 and iPad 2S may be introduced at MacWorld | iWorld. 

-iPad 3 will be the high-end iPad 2S, the low-end.

-iPad 3 will be 9.7".

-iPad 3 will be available in 16, 32, 64 GB models.

-iPad 3 will have an 8 MP Camera

-iPad 2S will have a 7" screen

-iPad 2S will come in 8, and 16 GB models.

-iPad 2S will have a 5 MP Camera

-iPad 3 & iPad 2S will have a true Retina display, due to IGZO technology, as stated today, instead of IPS technology, without dual light bars, which will make the device thinner, and make battery life longer (Up to 16 hours)

UPDATED PRICES

It is reported that the prices for the iPads will be as follows:

iPad 3: Starting at $499 (same prices as current iPad)

iPad 2S: Starting at $399 for 8 GB, $499 for 16 GB

iPad 2: Starting at $329 for 8 GB

UPDATED RELEASE DATE

There are now reports that the iPad 3/2S may be introduced at Macworld | iWorld, toward the end of January. However, a February release is still possible. Here are the odds:

Beginning of January 2012: 10%

End of January 2012: 80%

All of February 2012: (Except Feb 24th, 2012, Steve Job's Birthday) 50%

Steve Job's Birthday: 80%

March: 40%

April: less that 10%

May: less than 2%

June, July, August: less than 1%

September-December: less than 0.1%

Most Likely in Red.

*Please Remember that these are only predictions, that the actual prices, release dates, models, and features, may differ. 

Please keep following up on the latest rumors here, at Rainbow Posts.

iPad 3: Everything you need to know.

The iPad 3 rumors started, as soon as the iPad 2 was released, and now, here's a summary of everything we know on the iPad 3. In this article, you will find:

iPad 3 Key Features (Most Likely)

iPad 3 Less Likely Features (but still possible)

iPad 3 Release Date

iPad 3 Prices

iPad 3 Key Features

iPad 3, might feature the 5 new features, as described below. These features are the most wanted, and most likely features to be included on the iPad 3.

1. Retina Display

The iPad 3, is believed to have a 2048x1536 with 264 ppi (pixels per inch), twice the amount on the iPad 2. The pixel density won't be as great as on the iPhone 4/4S, but it will still be very high, and pictures, webpages, apps and email will look amazing

Doesn't it bug you when you run an iPhone app of the iPad, and when you make it twice as big, it becomes really pixelated, but with the iPad 3, the quality of iPhone apps may improve significantly.

2. A6 Chip

The iPad 3 will feature the A6 processor, which will have the following specifications:

-1+ GHz (around 1.2 GHz)

-Quad-core system-on-a-chip

-1024 MB RAM]

3. Better Camera + New Features

Since Most tablets have better cameras than the iPad 2, and as we noted in our post "The ultimate tablet face off" (April 2011), that the iPad 2 camera isn't that good. it's true. It's usable, but still, there's room for lots of improvement. We think the iPad 3 may come with a 5 MP camera, like the one in the Blackberry Playbook, Samsung Galaxy Tab, and Apple's iPhone 4.

The iPad 2 shoots pretty nice 720p video. It looks great on YouTube, on the device, on computers, and Smaller devices, like phones. However, for the big screen, Your TV, or the projector in the conference room, stunning 1080p, with video stabilization as seen on the iPhone 4S would be perfect.

We're also expecting improvements in FaceTime. The front of the iPad is supposed to get a FaceTime HD camera, and we think that FaceTime may include multi-way video chat, like Hangouts on Google+

Photo Booth might get an update, and have the background feature (and user background) like on the Mac. There may also be more effects to choose from, and the ability to record video (also like on the Mac).

4. 4G LTE

This was one of the most wanted features on the iPhone 5 (now iPhone 4S). Now that the networks are ready, Apple just might include 4G in their next iPad*

*If they do include 4G, it may not be available in all areas, and may be pricey 

5. Dictation

Siri, was one of key features on the iPhone 4S, and there is a slight chance we may see it on the iPad 3. However, it's more fun to set the reminder yourself instead of having the beta software try to understand what you mean. It's still in beta, and it's not close to perfect. What would be really nice if Apple took the dictation feature (microphone icon on keyboard) so you could type with your voice.

A feature that most people want on the iPad 3 is a flash for the camera. We don't think that's going to be a new feature, because Apple points out that a flash is not required:

Well we don't know for sure.

iPad 3 Release Date:

-In the February to April time span

-Most Likely on Steve Jobs's Birthday (according to most sources), in memory of him.

      Steve Jobs's Birthday was February 24th

So most likely on February 24th, 2011

iPad 3 Prices:

We think the prices will be the same, however if there is a 4G model it may be more expensive. The Retina Display is pretty expensive, so the iPad 3 may be more expensive (we think more expensive by $0-$300 depending on the model)

Thank You for reading this post. Stay tuned for more updates on the iPad 3 here, at Rainbow Posts.

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