Apple will broadcast its September 1 event online using Apple’s industry-leading HTTP Live Streaming, which is based on open standards. Viewing requires either a Mac running Safari on Mac OS X version 10.6 Snow Leopard, an iPhone or iPod touch running iOS 3.0 or higher, or an iPad. The live broadcast will begin at 10:00 a.m. PDT on September 1, 2010 at www.apple.com.

Apparently it is not possible to view the live stream if you’re on a windows or linux machine. The stream is only compatible with a Mac, iPod touch, iPhone or iPad.

While the protocol has been proposed as a standard, so far Apple is one of a few companies who has implemented it. As a result, the video will only be easily viewable on the specified platforms. There seem to be some advantages to the system over existing streaming technologies. Notably, there should be no router/firewall issues as the stream is sent over standard HTTP protocols. (via MacRumors)

You can try and find out if you are able to follow the live stream by using the following link: this HTTP Live sample stream. This link will offer a free sample of the stream.

Server Farm

As to why Apple is delivering a live stream of the presentation, some people say Apple wants to test their new server farm. An anonymous tipster said: “Apple’s first live video broadcast in years is a test of the server farm’s ability to stream a future version of iTunes for iOS devices. The goal is to monitor traffic load and quality”. (source: cult of mac)

Twitter

I’ll also be doing a Twitter coverage. The most important bits of information of today’s keynote will be posted in the form of tweets on iPadFreakz’s official Twitter-account: iPadFreakz Twitter. So for those of you who are unable to follow the live stream, maybe the twitter coverage is a nice alternative option.

Summary

When Steve Jobs ends his keynote, I’ll be posting a summary of the event, so you can calmly read about today’s music event. You’ll be able to read about the latest iPod touch and possibly about a new iPod nano, iTV and iOS 4.1 as well. Hope to see you back and have a happy “Apple Event”.

As with many Apple events, people try to get their hands one every single piece of information about the event in the hopes they can unravel the secrets behind new products etc. The downside of these rumors, is the fact that people start expecting too much of Steve Jobs, which leads to disappointment.

This year’s rumors talk about an iPod touch with FaceTime capabilities without the need of any SIM-card. There are also rumors about a new Apple TV and a web-based iTunes. People are also expecting to here some new information about iOS 4 for the iPad. As the above picture shows, Apple is fully preparing for the event. The image of the guitar clearly shows the importance of music during this event. The Yerba Buena center is ready to receive its guests on September 1st, at 10 o’clock in the morning, local time.

Source: 9to5mac

You see a one or two seconds shot of various apps. After each shot is a word related to the app just shown. The ad starts with “iPad is…” and then shows the words: delicious, current, learning, playful, literary, artful, friendly, productive, scientific, and magical.

You’ll see apps like: Fruit Ninja HD, The Photo Cookbook, Star Walk, Flipboard, Pages and The Elements.

The video below shows how this can be done. The guy uses VNC to connect the iPad with the Mac mini. It’s not very quick, but it is working and there are not many troubles. It’s also possible to connect an iPhone or iPod touch with the Mac mini at the same time.

There’s one more thing you need and that’s a iPad stand. The picture shown at the top of this article shows it can be done (developed by iPad Unwired). One downside; the price. The new Mac mini costs $699. The cheapest iPad costs $499. Together with the necessary accessories the price could be at least $1300 to $1400. But at least you’ll have a very sleek and compact desktop alternative.

With all the negative attention the iPhone 4 is getting, will Apple release iPhone 5 earlier then expected? iLounge thinks so and says the plan is to release the iPhone 5 as soon as January! We can also expect a next generation iPod touch ofcourse, but it looks like we’ll see an iPod shuffle with a touchscreen soon as well. And the iPad isn’t even available in most countries, let alone the availability of the iPad in countries who do have the iPad, but rumors have it that Apple plans to release a 7″ iPad early next year.

Early September Event

Apple reportedly has three new models of iPods ready for release. Expect to see the new iPod touch and a new iPod nano. The third iPod will be the shuffle, which will come with a touchscreen (as was leaked not so long ago).

New iPad Already?

I’m very happy with my 9.7-inch iPad and I think it’s a perfect size. It’s not too small and not too large. Apple obviously thinks it’s necessary to release a smaller iPad. The 7-inch iPad is scheduled for launch later this year or early next year, the report says.

It’s Time For iPhone 5

If you buy an iPhone you want to proudly show its design to your friends and family. The iPhone 4, how unfortunate, needs a case to make sure the antenna isn’t blocked by its user’s fingers. The fifth generation iPhone will likely address these antenna issues. The question is, will this new iPhone be an actual new version with better hardware, or will it just be a tweak to address the antenna problems?

What do you think? Will these rumors come true or do we have to take them with a huge grain of salt?

Apple has sold over 3 million iPads and Microsoft is not happy with those numbers. The company is now working together with Acer, Dell, Toshiba and other companies to bring Windows-running tablet- or ‘slate’-devices on the market.

“We’re coming full guns,” said Ballmer at the company’s annual presentation to analysts at its Redmond, Washington headquarters. “We’re going to sell like crazy; we’re going to market like crazy.”

The main priority of the company is to bring tablets on the market. And instead of using chips from ARM, Microsoft will use Intel chips. A new chip will push the tablet-market to the next level next year, says Ballmer. Windows Phone 7 should also be a game changer for Microsoft. The new mobile phones running this operating system should arrive this fall. Steve Ballmer added that Microsoft will try to ‘aggressively’ promote the new tablets and mobile phones.

Source: Reuters

The suit is filed in Oakland, CA, and Bloomberg reports the following:

“The iPad does not live up to the reasonable consumer’s expectations created by Apple”

“It overheats so quickly under common weather conditions”

“The iPad also turns off, sometimes after just a few minutes of use”

Have you had trouble with the iPad overheating?

Source: Bloomberg

“From what I understand, Apple’s going to be offering customers the option to get their iPads engraved just before the Holidays roll around,” the source said.

It’s unclear wether or not Apple will ask some money for this service, although it is highly likely it will be free to make the iPad even more attractive.

Source: Erictric.com

Press Release (from the official Apple website):

iPad Available in Nine More Countries This Friday

CUPERTINO, California—July 19, 2010—Apple® today announced that iPad™ will be available in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore this Friday, July 23. iPad allows users to connect with their apps and content in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. Users can browse the web, read and send email, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music, play games, read ebooks and much more, all using iPad’s revolutionary Multi-Touch™ user interface. iPad is 0.5 inches thin and weighs just 1.5 pounds—thinner and lighter than any laptop or netbook—and delivers up to 10 hours of battery life.*

Beginning this Friday, customers can purchase all models of iPad through Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers.

Pricing & Availability
All iPad models will be available in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore this Friday, July 23.

iPad is currently available in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, Switzerland, the UK and the US for a suggested retail price of $499 (US) for 16GB, $599 (US) for 32GB, and $699 (US) for 64GB for iPad Wi-Fi models and $629 (US) for 16GB, $729 (US) for 32GB and $829 (US) for 64GB for iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G models. iPad will roll out to many more countries later this year and Apple will announce availability and local pricing for these additional countries at a later date.

*Battery life depends on device settings, usage and other factors. Actual results vary.