WWDC 2011 is now just an hour away, and we’re confident that this year’s event is going to be huge. Apple has already confirmed that CEO Steve Jobs will be back to present the keynote, which promises to lift the lid on the much-anticipated iCloud streaming service, the next major release of iOS, Mac OS X Lion, and maybe – … Read More
Apple’s iOS 5 – New Notifications, Twitter Integration and Widgets
Unlike previous WWDC keynote events where Apple would announce next gen iPhone this year the company is focussing on software. iOS 5, the next generation software update for iOS devices, will be previewed during Steve Jobs keynote later today. It is widely believed that Apple will completely revamp the current obtrusive notification system with something which is more elegant and … Read More
iPhone 5 / 4S To Be “One More Thing” During WWDC Keynote?
The rumor about a new iPhone 5 / 4S has spread across the web and has caused many to believe that it may just be Steve Jobs’ “One More Thing”. Apple earlier in the week announced that during the WWDC keynote event Jobs will offer an extensive look at Mac OS X Lion, iOS 5 (next iteration of iOS) and iCloud (Apple’s … Read More
Apple Signs Universal Music for Upcoming Cloud Based Service [iCloud]
Apple has cut a licensing deal with Universal Music Group according to the latest report published by CNET. This will enable Apple’s iCloud music store to offer songs from the largest of the four top record companies. It is widely believed that Apple has now signed deals with all the top four record companies as well as major music publishers, … Read More
Get Set for WWDC 2011 With the Official iPhone App
With WWDC 2011 keynote event just 4 days away now, I can barely contain my excitement. I don’t care that there (probably) won’t be any announcement related to iPhone 5 / 4S – for me, it’s all about iOS 5 and iCloud. I’m beginning to get slightly bored of iOS 4, and I believe certain things – like notifications – … Read More
Apple’s ‘iCloud’ Icon Revealed Ahead of WWDC Keynote Event
Apple has started decorating the Moscone West conference center in San Francisco as it does before every event, and even went a step further by setting up a banner of the “iCloud” service in clear daylight. The picture above, which appears to have been taken by someone looking into the conference center, shows the words ‘iCloud’ in Apple’s classic font, … Read More
Apple Takes Ownership of iCloud.com
Apple on Wednesday took ownership of the domain “iCloud.com”. The domain name was earlier believed to be obtained by Apple Inc., however, now Apple has already confirmed that they will be announcing their upcoming cloud based services during WWDC keynote presentation. iCloud.com was rumoured to have been sold to the Cupertino outfit for $4.5 million. This change in ownership now … Read More
Apple’s iOS 5 to feature Twitter Integration?
Apple’s next generation software, iOS 5 will be unveiled during the WWDC keynote presentation on June 06. Apple recently confirmed that Steve Jobs will kick off the event. According to the latest reports Twitter is expected to be integrated at system-level in iOS 5. Twitter Inc. on Wednesday announced its own image services and the announcement is perfectly timed as iOS … Read More
Apple Applies for “iCloud” Trademark in Europe
We have been discussing Apple’s upcoming cloud services called “iCloud” for a while and now just before the WWDC keynote event its showing all signs of coming to life. Patently Apple recently reported that Apple Inc. has applied for “iCloud” trademark in Europe under “12 distinct international classes” which cover a wide range of services the company could offer. In … Read More
Apple’s iCloud to Include Movies and TV Shows? [WWDC]
Earlier today, Apple announced that Steve Jobs will take the stage at next week’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). They even took a step further, pre-announcing that Jobs will introduce the company’s “iCloud” service. So far, any news on Apple’s iCloud service mentioned Apple striking deals with music labels and publishers, the idea of movies and TV shows were never really … Read More
New Details About Apple’s iCloud Music Locker Service Emerge
Apple’s iTunes truly revolutionized the digital music industry and now it seems that they are ready to take it to the next level with ‘iCloud’ music streaming service. We recently reported that Apple has closed licensing deals with three out of the four major music labels for their soon to be announced digital music locker service. This gives Apple great … Read More
iOS 5 To Feature New Notification System and Widgets?
Apple has been long rumored to be working on a better notification system for iOS. We’ve reported on various rumors and reports which suggest that the next major software update, iOS 5, will indeed revamp current notifications. Push notifications introduced as a part of iPhone OS 3.0 turned out to be a great way to maintain persistent IP connection to … Read More
Apple Releases Mac OS X Lion Developer Preview 3 and Xcode 4.1 Preview 5
Last week, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) released the 3rd Mac OS X Lion Developer Preview (Build 11A459e) as well as the Xcode 4.1 Developer Preview 5. The last time Apple updated these were back in April, giving hope to developers and customers that any new updates would be feature packed and more stable. Itsalltech created a large list of all of … Read More
Amazon Withdraws Apple’s MobileMe as iCloud Launch Approaches
Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC 2011) is set for June, and as well as announcements for iOS 5 and Mac OS X Lion, we’re expecting the company to launch its cloud-based music streaming service dubbed iCloud. Further evidence to suggest that this service is looming comes from Amazon today, who has now ceased sales of Apple’s MobileMe service. Usually Apple … Read More
iPhone 5 Parts Haven’t Even Been Ordered By Apple
The latest rumors surrounding Apple’s fifth-generation iPhone suggest that the device won’t feature at this year’s WWDC ready for a summer 2011 launch, and a report published today by Japanese blog Macotakara.jp seems to back up these claims. Citing sources from the Chinese supply chain, Macotakara.jp says that Apple hasn’t even begun ordering components for the iPhone 5 yet, and … Read More