Software

Networks Could Charge For 3G FaceTime – techweekeurope.co.uk

Announced at its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) last month, iOS 6 promises more than 200 features, including updates to Siri, better Facebook integration, new Safari and iCloud features and a brand new mapping application.

Greenpeace Upgrades Apple’s iCloud Ratings but Hammers It for Lack of Transparency – Triple Pundit

If Mitt Romney thinks he had a bad week last week he should check with Apple. First, the company was forced to admit that its withdrawal from EPEAT was a mistake. Then came Greenpeace with a report on Apple’s new … Continue reading

Watch out, Apple, HTC is coming for you – Beta News

According to HTC, Apple remote Desktop and Apple Profile Manager violate ‘684 patent, while the ‘221 patent is infringed by iOS and OS X through embedded network servers, software and services. Newsstand is believed to be one of the offending … Continue reading

Finally, Apple addresses its biggest weakness – ninemsn

According to Bloomberg News, the Mac maker is planning a massive overhaul of the service. Planned features include using iCloud to better synchronise downloaded entertainment across a number of devices and more tools for sharing music. We’ll know the …

iOS 6 beta 3 for Apple TV brings expanded AirPlay control – Apple Insider

The latest beta of iOS 6 makes the Apple TV set-top box beyond a device that simply receives media, allowing users to actively stream audio to external AirPlay-enabled speakers. With iOS 6 Beta 3, users can access enhanced features available … Continue reading

Advertisers Choose Android Over iOS – Escapist Magazine

When smartphones first entered the marketplace, you had two realistic choices: Apple’s iPhone or some other phone. The iOS platform dominated mobile markets for years following its original launch, but recently the tide has slowly turned as the …

Jumping on the Mandela brandwagon – Independent Online

Their history is not contained within the 244-year-old Encyclopaedia Britannica, but in the 14-year-old Google, written in fleeting seconds in no more than 140 characters, and captured in an Instagram in some “iCloud”. Their self-expression is inspired …

Apple patents the hiding vertical scrolling indicator; cue the lawsuits – Intomobile.com

Drag it down and the page moves down. Magic, right? Apple introduced a “feature” in iOS whereby that vertical sidebar disappears when you’re not scrolling anymore. Why? It’s pretty, but it’s actually quite functional when you consider …

LUMIX Special Features – panasonic

A bright F2.8 aperture in a 600mm lens has never before been achieved … Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • iMovie, Mac, and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. … Continue reading

Google’s Chrome Snags 1.5 Percent of iOS Browser Share – PC Magazine

As of July 17, Chrome’s share on iOS surpassed 1.5 percent. Apple’s Safari still had 85.6 percent, while other iOS browser options captured 13 percent, Chitika said. By Wednesday afternoon, Chrome’s iOS share was at 1.4 percent, but Chitika said … Continue reading