iPhone 4.0 OS Speculations Begin

Apple to Work on Software Application Patents for the New iPhone 4.0

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Only two weeks after we learned what the new iPhone 3.0 OS is all about, it’s about time to talk a bit about the future and the goodies that iPhone 4.0 will pack. Rumors have it that there’s a list of Apple patent applications (software related) that Cupertino may consider with their new iPhone 4.0 firmware update for their next generation handset.

  1. First patent should allow the iPhone to automatically switch between ‘modes’ depending on where you are (useing its internal GPS) and what you are doing at the time. The application will also consider your calendar so that if you’re in a meeting it will switch to silent …
  2. The second patent — similar with the first one — will consider your calendar events, your location, the caller id and other conditions so that it automatically schedules/presets communications activities. In less words you’ll be able to automatically schedule calls, text messages, or instant messages to go out at certain times.
  3. But the most interesting patent is the “intelligent iPhone communication” software that will allow you to schedule your phone to react differently to calls placed at different times. Flying between 7.30 and 9.30 in the morning, those calling you will know …

Apple is definitely working on making the next phone an intelligent lifestyle device and we love watching all these transformations. What would you want your next iPhone to feature?

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  • 1 Comment / Add Your Response?

    1. The features you mentioned are really like a device in a Sci-Fi movie. And Apple is trying to make it a reality. Its really awesome.

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