Two of the most critical components of live coverage are batteries and cameras, so luckily we had HyperMac's external MacBook battery keeping us juiced, along with a Nikon D3s and primo glass from Borrowlenses for our awesome shots. [HyperMac, Borrowlenses]

As always, Apple's posted a full video of the iPad event, so you can pretend you were right there as Steve Jobs unveiled the world's most incredible digital photo frame. [Apple]

As always, Apple's posted a full video of the iPad event, so you can pretend you were right there as Steve Jobs unveiled the world's most incredible digital photo frame. [Apple]

Much like its beefier little brother the Droid, the Nexus One now has a dock that'll activate the Clock app (giving you an alarm clock, weather, photos, and music) and charge the Nexus. Available now for $45. [Google via Twitter]

Much like its beefier little brother the Droid, the Nexus One now has a dock that'll activate the Clock app (giving you an alarm clock, weather, photos, and music) and charge the Nexus. Available now for $45. [Google via Twitter]

An update to the iPhone developer SDK brings us VoIP calls over cellular networks. Few iPhone applications have that feature built-in, but it won't be long before updates come. Will we get to use this feature on the iPad though?

We know that the Apple iPad has all the tools needed for VoIP calling—a built-in microphone, speaker, 3G, Wi-Fi, and apps—and now it's starting to feel a lot more likely that we'll get to actually use these features and look awkward while calling people.

Apple Lifts 3G VoIP Restrictions, iCall with 3G Support Available Immediately

iCall VoIP services for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch are now available for use over 3G networks such as AT&T wireless.

GREENWICH, Conn., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ — Apple Computer, Inc. has updated the iPhone developer SDK to allow VoIP over cellular networks. iCall is the first and only VoIP application that functions on the iPhone and iPod Touch over cellular 3G networks.

iCall is a market leader in desktop and mobile-based desktop calling platforms, including its highly popular version for the Apple iPhone. Until today, restrictions imposed on developers prohibited VoIP functionality on any 3G network.

VoIP on the iPhone has been the source of many debates with companies such as Google being denied access to the platform and the FCC inquiring as to the restrictions in the Apple App Store; iCall is one of the few VoIP applications that has been permitted by Apple to operate on the iPhone platform.

With the latest revisions Apple has made to the iPhone developer agreement and Software Development Kit, iCall for the iPhone and iPod Touch now enabled unrestricted free local and long distance calling over 3G data networks. iCall with support for VoIP over 3G networks is now available in the App Store for download. iCall is the first and only VoIP application available for the iPhone platform that allows use over 3G networks. iCall for the iPhone and iPod Touch may now be downloaded from the App Store here.

iCall CEO Arlo Gilbert is quoted as saying, "I applaud Apple's decision to allow iCall to extend its functionality beyond Wi-Fi and onto the 3G networks. This heralds a new era for VoIP applications on mobile platforms, especially for iCall and our free calling model. I hope that now more developers will begin using our VoIP as a platform to integrate VoIP into their applications."

About iCall, Inc.:
iCall is a privately held company providing a free and low-cost VoIP calling platform that is currently available for your desktop PC, iPhone and iPod Touch. iCall saves consumers money on phone calling through ad-supported calling.

iCall was founded in 2005 by Arlo Gilbert and Andy Muldowney with the goal of providing low and no-cost calling services to consumers. In January 2006, iCall first released its iCall Free Calling desktop application. iCall's free calling network now boasts over more than 4 million unique downloads.
In addition to consumer products, iCall offers wholesale VoIP solutions and a developer platform through iCall Carrier Services. iCall's private network carries over 350 million minutes of voice traffic per month to destinations around the globe.

[PR Newswire]

An update to the iPhone developer SDK brings us VoIP calls over cellular networks. Few iPhone applications have that feature built-in, but it won't be long before updates come. Will we get to use this feature on the iPad though?

We know that the Apple iPad has all the tools needed for VoIP calling—a built-in microphone, speaker, 3G, Wi-Fi, and apps—and now it's starting to feel a lot more likely that we'll get to actually use these features and look awkward while calling people.

Apple Lifts 3G VoIP Restrictions, iCall with 3G Support Available Immediately

iCall VoIP services for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch are now available for use over 3G networks such as AT&T wireless.

GREENWICH, Conn., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ — Apple Computer, Inc. has updated the iPhone developer SDK to allow VoIP over cellular networks. iCall is the first and only VoIP application that functions on the iPhone and iPod Touch over cellular 3G networks.

iCall is a market leader in desktop and mobile-based desktop calling platforms, including its highly popular version for the Apple iPhone. Until today, restrictions imposed on developers prohibited VoIP functionality on any 3G network.

VoIP on the iPhone has been the source of many debates with companies such as Google being denied access to the platform and the FCC inquiring as to the restrictions in the Apple App Store; iCall is one of the few VoIP applications that has been permitted by Apple to operate on the iPhone platform.

With the latest revisions Apple has made to the iPhone developer agreement and Software Development Kit, iCall for the iPhone and iPod Touch now enabled unrestricted free local and long distance calling over 3G data networks. iCall with support for VoIP over 3G networks is now available in the App Store for download. iCall is the first and only VoIP application available for the iPhone platform that allows use over 3G networks. iCall for the iPhone and iPod Touch may now be downloaded from the App Store here.

iCall CEO Arlo Gilbert is quoted as saying, "I applaud Apple's decision to allow iCall to extend its functionality beyond Wi-Fi and onto the 3G networks. This heralds a new era for VoIP applications on mobile platforms, especially for iCall and our free calling model. I hope that now more developers will begin using our VoIP as a platform to integrate VoIP into their applications."

About iCall, Inc.:
iCall is a privately held company providing a free and low-cost VoIP calling platform that is currently available for your desktop PC, iPhone and iPod Touch. iCall saves consumers money on phone calling through ad-supported calling.

iCall was founded in 2005 by Arlo Gilbert and Andy Muldowney with the goal of providing low and no-cost calling services to consumers. In January 2006, iCall first released its iCall Free Calling desktop application. iCall's free calling network now boasts over more than 4 million unique downloads.
In addition to consumer products, iCall offers wholesale VoIP solutions and a developer platform through iCall Carrier Services. iCall's private network carries over 350 million minutes of voice traffic per month to destinations around the globe.

[PR Newswire]

I don't know whether to go to an Apple store or the feminine care aisle to purchase an iPad. Oh, don't groan! You cracked similar jokes. And let's face it: They're all kinda lame and won't bother Steve whatsoever.

There's no escaping the iTampon, iMaxiPad, iMenstruate quips. Hell, they're a trending topic on Twitter at this point and the gals at Jezebel are having a blast with them. But despite adding to the sad mess of pseudo-comedy, I agree with Kara Swisher when she quotes good ol' Walt Mossberg:

You forget, but they made fun of iPod name when it came out. What matters is the product and what it means to consumers.

So yes, Steve Jobs won't care about our jokes, nor will they affect the iPad's chance of being a success. Might as well get them out of our systems now.

Bonus points for the first knock-knock iPad joke. [All Things D via John Paczkowski]

I don't know whether to go to an Apple store or the feminine care aisle to purchase an iPad. Oh, don't groan! You cracked similar jokes. And let's face it: They're all kinda lame and won't bother Steve whatsoever.

There's no escaping the iTampon, iMaxiPad, iMenstruate quips. Hell, they're a trending topic on Twitter at this point and the gals at Jezebel are having a blast with them. But despite adding to the sad mess of pseudo-comedy, I agree with Kara Swisher when she quotes good ol' Walt Mossberg:

You forget, but they made fun of iPod name when it came out. What matters is the product and what it means to consumers.

So yes, Steve Jobs won't care about our jokes, nor will they affect the iPad's chance of being a success. Might as well get them out of our systems now.

Bonus points for the first knock-knock iPad joke. [All Things D via John Paczkowski]

Griffin just announced their first iPad accessories, mostly consisting of cases and other screen protection. My favorite is the Elan Passport, pictured above—classy, eh? And yet, demure. Too bad it's not also a kickstand, like Apple's case.

So, a quick rundown. The Elan Passport, a leather flip-open case with some room for business cards or whatever (paper! ha!), runs for $50, as does its sister product, the Elan Sleeve (predictably, a slip-in leather sleeve). The FlexGrip case looks like those ugly-ass pastel silicon cases for the iPhone, except huge, and will be available in a few different colors for $30. Lastly, the Screen Care Kit has some accoutrements to keep your big-screened iPad safe: Microfiber cloth, cleaning solution, and a protective screen shield. The Screen Care Kit will be $25. All of these products will be available in spring, right around the iPad's launch. For more info on the iPad, like you guys haven't already drowned under a deluge of stories, check out our coverage. [Griffin]