Apple January event to focus on publishing, iBooks, report says

Apple could be talking about iBooks in New York later this month.

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Apple is reportedly planning to hold a special event in New York City later this month. That's got the rumor mill operating at full capacity to figure out what the company has planned.
Yesterday, startup-focused blog TechCrunch was the latest to chime in, saying that a source claims the event will center on book publishing and iBooks. The source didn't say exactly what Apple will announce, but suggested the iPhone maker won't be unveiling any new hardware at the event. Apple's mobile-advertising platform, iAd, also won't be discussed, TechCrunch's source says.
All Things Digital reported yesterday, citing sources, that Apple is planning to hold a special event in New York City later this month. Although some might hope the event will usher in new iPad models or the long-rumored Apple television, the publication's sources said that it would likely focus on media-related topics. Apple's senior vice president for Internet software and services, Eddy Cue, is expected to be involved in the event in some fashion.
The idea that Apple's event would focus on publishing and iBooks, and not the iPad or Apple TV, seems to make some sense, considering the company is reportedly holding it in New York--a major publishing hub. Plus, Apple has historically waited until later in the year to announce a new iPad. Last year, for example, the company didn't show off the iPad 2 until March.
And although the idea of Apple announcing its television later this month is exciting for some consumers, the latest reports on that front suggest the company's set is only in the prototype phase and may be discontinued if its development doesn't go well.
So far, Apple has not confirmed that it will be holding an event in New York later this month. The company has also not immediately responded to CNET's request for comment on TechCrunch's report. But given its history, don't bet that Apple will divulge any details on its plans until it's ready.



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Meizu MX starts selling January 1, China and HK get it first

Meizu has just revealed that its latest Android flagship, the Meizu MX will go on sale in a couple of days' time. The smartphone has been on pre-order since the start of this month and will be officially available on New Year's Day.
China and Hong Kong will be the first two countries to get the Meizu MX. The smartphone will be available across the manufacturer's official stores in China as well as in the Meizu Store in Hong Kong?s Sai Yeung Choi Street in Mong Kok.

Meizu MX
Queue registration will begin at 9am, with queue numbers being handed out on a first come, first serve basis. The Meizu store in Hong Kong will have two lines on launch day, one for pre-order customers and one for walk-in customers with the supply for walk-in customers said to be very limited.
The launch price of the Meizu MX will be
HK$3099, which equals to about US $400. There's no saying yet when the MX availability will be extended to other countries, but we guess it won't take long.
If you are wondering if the unorthodox Meizu MX is worth your hard-earned bucks, you are welcome to check our detailed review.

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LG Prada 3.0 is now available in Korea, will hit Europe in January

LG is surely not wasting time in bringing its latest Prada 3.0 Android smartphone to the market. The device is already available for purchase in Korea - only two weeks after its official announcement.

The smartphone will become available in Europe and more Asian markets in January. No info on other countries has been given at the moment.
The LG Prada 3.0 contract price in Korea varies, depending on the wireless plan of your choice. In case you want the device sans any commitment, prepare to shell out 899,800 won (approximately $780). The aforementioned amount is right in line with the expected ?499.99 price tag of the device in the UK.
You can check out LG Prada 3.0 impressive spec sheet here, and live pictures of the smartphone from its London launch party here.
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