Thus no release as an upgrade for Siri on the iPhone 4.
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The big question, however, is whether Apple will choose to release a full upgrade (like the iPhone 3, 4 or 5) or simply enhance the existing model (similar to the iPhone 3GS and 4S).
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Apple has been known to release a major upgrade every couple of years and do minor updates in the in-between ones. 2013 is slated to be one of those minor upgrades year, giving competitors a chance to come out with something mind-blowing.
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While there were rumors that the company would release an iPhone 5 upgrade this quarter, many analysts agree that Apple is likely to wait until late summer or early fall.
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Mastering strategic options management, knowing when to release a product or an upgrade, when to hold one back, when to lock one in the cupboard.
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Lotus said it has identified a potential patch and plans to release it in an upcoming service upgrade.
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Then we come to the fourth quarter, at which time Microsoft will apparently release Apollo, a more significant upgrade.
Netflix previously had an app for Android tablets, but this upgrade coincides with the release of two new devices analysts expect to perform well this holiday season: the Nook Tablet and Kindle Fire.
The initial version will only have 3G support for Verizon Wireless, but several months after release, owners will be able to upgrade to a 4G chip, like with other new 3G devices Motorola makes for the carrier.
Canada-based Research in Motion (RIM) had promised the upgrade within 60 days of the device's release.
If it chooses to release the iPhone 6 this year instead, consumers will demand more than another simple upgrade.
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Separately, the board decided that it will switch to a rolling release model, in which users won't have to do a full system upgrade to take advantage of major OS updates.
Its market share declined from 48% in 2008 to 43% in 2009 despite the release of CS 4 in October 2008, since it lacked compelling features for the users to upgrade their software.
If you're thinking of making an upgrade to your current head unit, have a closer look at the gallery below or check the press release after the break.
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