YouTube, along with social networking sites and numerous others websites, is blocked in China thanks to ‘The Great Firewall’. With that being the case, the iPhone’s YouTube application isn’t much use to its Chinese users, and so the device may soon ship pre-installed with YouKu — the Chinese equivalent of YouTube. Much like YouTube is to the rest of the … Read More
Job Listing Reveals Apple is Revamping Maps App for iOS
A new job listing on Apple’s website reveals the Cupertino company is currently revamping its Maps application for iOS. The listing is for an iOS Maps Application Developer who will “develop sophisticated user interfaces” and “add new and innovative features.” The Maps application that comes built-in to iOS has been begging for an update for some time. While it has … Read More
Skype 2.0 for iPhone allows voice calls over 3G
Skype has been a little slow at updating their iPhone app but version 2.0 brings some highly anticipated updates for all Skype users. Version 2.0 of Skype for iPhone allows voice calls using 3G connection. However, it is worth noting that Skype-to-Skype calls will be free for a limited time (end of August) after which there will be “a small monthly fee” Other … Read More