iOS 5 To Continue Using Google Maps?

The rumor mill has been discussing the possibility of Apple introducing its own Maps application for iOS devices since it acquired Placebase and Plogy9. Various job postings by Apple in the past fueled speculation about new mapping services however, the Cupertino Calif., based company might not be ready for it just yet. 9to5Google earlier today reported that according to their … Read More

Apple Acquires Poly9. Another Mapping Company

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has apparently added to its mapping company portfolio today as we are hearing reports that it has picked up the Quebec based mapping company Poly9. Poly9’s staff are said to have been moved to California, and their website is now no longer available. One of Poly9’s products is a “cross browser, cross platform 3D globe which does not … Read More

Apple Gets Aggressive with Acquisitions

Apple (AAPL) has traditionally been a very conservative player in the often very cowboy world of Silicon Valley acquisitions. Perhaps it was the lack of dominance in the market or a business philosophy but up until very recently Apple was cautious and calculated. The past 12 months has marked a drastic change of pace. Apple has purchased mobile marketing company … Read More