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Apple WWDC 09 iPhone 3, OS X Snow Leopard, Macbook Roundup


Update
- iPhone 3G S confirmed to run on an ARM 600MHz processor (double from before)
- Apple is offering a $30 MobileMe discount with the purchase of a new iPhone 3G S

Apple WWDC 2009 was filled with new announcements, and we’ve got everything you need to know right here. Everything you need to know about the new iPhone 3G S, OS X Snow Leopard, and the upgrades to the MacBook Air and Pro lines. We’ve got it all. Let’s start with the new iPhone 3G S.

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We previously reported on the credible rumors of the new expected features (see our round up), but now, we got confirmation and a look at previously announced features such as:

Movie Purchase and Rentals from iTunes
Users will now be able to create a new iTunes account directly from their iPhone or touch, and can purchase or rent various TV shows, audiobooks, among other media content via iTunes U. However, it seems that files that are larger than 10MB will be restricted to WiFi downloading only.

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Apple patent hints at browser volume controls


A new Apple patent aims to give a user control over sounds found on web sites. A panel would sit at the top right corner of your browser, allowing you to entire mute the sounds coming from the current website you are on. This will allow you to mute unwanted sounds coming from certain websites. The feature will prove especially useful for flash-based websites where it is sometimes not as easy to find mute buttons. According to the patent, you will also be able o create profiles. The feature would be used on supported on many browsers and not just Safari.

Apple Patent — Web Browser Audio Controls

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