Software

Apple iCloud takes to the skies October 12 – Beta News

Today Apple officially launched iCloud, its provocative synchronization service, during the “Let’s talk about iPhone” event. The new service is available to all supported devices running iOS 5 or Mac OS X. Apple also launched iOS 5 today.

Apple iOS 5 and iCloud service to launch October 12 – CNET News

Apple’s latest software update for iOS and the iCloud storage service will go live on October 12, according to several live blogs reporting the news from the Apple event in Cupertino, Calif., today. Apple announced the new iOS 5 and … Continue reading

iOS 5 brings iCloud and AirPlay to iOS gaming October 12 – Joystiq

Apple announced today at its keynote that iOS 5 will launch October 12. For phone-type stuff, it means accessing the camera from the lock screen, and a host of other improvements. But you can read about that anywhere — what … Continue reading

Apple’s (AAPL) Cue Talks About iCloud – StreetInsider.com

Apple’s (Nasdaq: AAPL) Eddie Cue currently on stage discussing the iCloud. The iCloud will wirelessly synch photos between Apple devices and allow for documents to be stored in the cloud for access from anywhere. The iCloud will allow for unlimited … Continue reading

Forstall Intros New And Improved iOS Apps: Cards, iMessage, And More – TechCrunch

First on the list is Cards, which allows users to “create and mail beautiful cards” directly form the iOS device of your choice. From what we’ve seen of the interface, it’s slick-looking and easy to use — typical Apple. Once … Continue reading

ICloud is a Bigger Deal Than the New IPhone – CIO

This much we know: The new iPhone will run the next version of Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS 5, which Apple is expected to release any day now in tandem with the new hardware. Developers have been working with iOS … Continue reading

ICloud to Make Official Debut on October 12 – CIO

Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of internet software and services, unveiled the service after Scott Forstall’s presentation on iOS 5, also scheduled to ship on October 12. iCloud is comprised of several parts: seamless sync and backup …

iOS 5 will officially land on October 12; more details revealed – ZDNet

Summary: Apple has confirmed that the next version of its iOS mobile platform will roll out in the next week. The wait for iOS 5 will soon be over as Apple has officially announced that Wednesday, October 12 will be … Continue reading

iOS 5 arrives Oct. 12, brings many new features – CNN Money

(gigaom.com) — Apple previewed iOS 5 in July, so it isn’t exactly a surprise announcement at today’s event. But we did nail down a firm release date for Apple’s next major mobile operating system update, and got a better look … Continue reading

Live coverage: Apple software VP talks about iOS success – Silicon Valley

“We have passed the quarter of a billion unit sales mark of iOS devices.” Cook asks Scott Forstall, senior vice president of iPhone software, to come up and talk about the latest innovations in iOS. Forstall takes over: “We’ve sold … Continue reading