Apple released several beta versions of iOS 6.1 to developers and is now set to release it to the public. The company was reportedly testing a new beta of 6.1, the Golden Master version, which usually remains unchanged with the public release. According to German site, iFun, Apple is going to release the GM version to developers very soon. The … Read More
Google Adds Street View to Web-Based Google Maps for iPhone and other Devices
On Thursday, Google added Street View to its new web version of Google Maps. The update allows smartphone users on multiple platforms to get walking and transit directions, and now street view. The update allows iPhone 5 and iOS 6 users to once again use Google Maps on their iPhone, with Apple CEO Tim Cook suggesting that users can open … Read More
iOS 6 Beta 4 Available for Download, Removes Native YouTube App
Apple recently released iOS 6 Beta 4 to developers, adding several new features in settings and to existing apps. Following the release, the developer community began to notice a major change in the update, noting that the dedicated YouTube app on iOS was no longer included. The YouTube app has been a part of iOS since 2007 and was introduced … Read More
Apple Inc. (AAPL) Reportedly Considered Investing “Hundreds of Millions” in Twitter
Early Saturday, NYTimes reported that Apple Inc. (AAPL) was looking to invest “hundreds of millions” in microblogging company, Twitter. The report assumes that either Apple is investing or purcahsing a large stake in the company and that the two companies have been in talks in recent months over such a matter. Apple has considered an investment in the hundreds of … Read More
‘Bing for iPad’ Now Available on Apple’s App Store
Microsoft has just released ‘Bing for iPad’ which brings their “decision engine” to Apple’s tablet. The app is available for free under reference category and has already received great App Store reviews with 5 star ratings. Apple’s CEO, Steve Jobs has appreciated Microsoft’s efforts in the past in making Bing for mobile devices fully HTML 5 compatible and the search … Read More
iOS 4.3 : Personal Hotspot, Faster Safari, iTunes Home Sharing and More
After teasing us with its new features at the iPad 2 event early this month, Apple has finally made iOS 4.3 available for public release, introducing some new features to the operating system that are well worth the update. Along with enabling the Personal Hotspot feature for AT&T customers – and those signed up to other carriers worldwide – iOS … Read More
iOS 4.3 to Bring Personal Hotspot, iTunes Home Sharing, Customizable iPad Switch
At Apple’s iPad 2 keynote today Steve Jobs announced some of the features that will be introduced to our iOS devices when Apple launches its iOS 4.3 software, which will ship with the second-generation tablet on March 11th, and will presumably be available for other devices around the same date. Firstly, Apple has made some improvements to Safari, which it … Read More
Apple’s iOS reaches all-time best, Android still far behind in web share
The guys over at Net Applications recently released some interesting information about various operating systems, both mobile and desktop, and how they compare to each other with regards to web share. Apple’s iOS platform, with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices combined, rose to 1.18% of all web usage. When you consider mobile browsing in total reached an all-time high … Read More
New iPhone OS 4.0 will bring multitasking support
With the iPad fully birthed to the world and ready for its coming out party, Apple can now turn its attention back to the iPhone. New details on the upcoming software upgrade due this summer have emerged compliments of AppleInsider. Multitasking is the key and Apple plans to accomplish it through an interface familiar to OS X users. According to … Read More
15 Apple iPad details you might have missed
Earlier this week we reported that Apple posted iPad guided tours which details the user interface and features of all the native iPad apps. The iPad guided tour focuses on how one can take advantage of its unique features and large display. We found a few details in the guided tour which we thought were interesting to note. Safari Safari on iPad will … Read More