Another really cool medical use for the iPhone has been developed by a group of researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. This one is capable of detecting cataracts in a user’s eyes. More than simply an iOS app, however, this creation comes as an accessory that snaps on to the front of an iPhone and uses its screen output to test for and monitor the development of cataracts, the leading cause of blindness around the world.

According to an Apple Insider report, Apple is seriously considering a plan to offer sales of 3G iPhones to faculty and students through many universities. Sources close to the matter report that Apple’s execs are developing a plan with which to implement sales of the new 3G iPhone through on-campus stores and other educational resellers. more »