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- Here we go again: Samsung picks on Apple incessantly in new Galaxy S4 ad
- Piano Passcode lets you unlock your iPhone by playing a familiar tune
- comScore: Apple accounts for nearly 40% of US smartphone market
- AT&T to launch ‘All In One’ prepaid brand June 15
- Study finds smart TV adoption growing rapidly, market ready for iTV?
- T-Mobile releases new ‘T-Mobile TV’ app for iPhone
- Luna is an upcoming tweak that lends greater control over Do Not Disturb
- Google readying iPhone navigation and SMS support for Glass eyewear
- Budget iPhone could be $350 mid-range device
- Confirmed: U.S. Cellular will be selling iPhones later this year
- Galaxy S4 cleared for government use, iPhone and iPad to gain approval ‘in the next few weeks’
- Samsung: injunction for Apple makes no sense, infringed products are outdated
- Initial budget iPhone volumes could be modest
- Sorcery! brings gamebook magic to life on iOS
- Code your robot to life with Hakitzu: Code of the Warrior
| Here we go again: Samsung picks on Apple incessantly in new Galaxy S4 ad Posted: 03 May 2013 06:05 PM PDT
As if it’s any surprise, South Korea-based Samsung has (again) resorted to its proven marketing tactics of trashing Apple’s iPhone in television advertising. A newly released commercial portrays the six-year-old smartphone as an outdated device, even by your parents’ standards. Samsung obviously thinks the anti-Apple theme hasn’t run its course yet (one marketing whiz agrees). I’ll let you be the judge of that: check out the video after the break and meet us in comments…(...) "Here we go again: Samsung picks on Apple incessantly in new Galaxy S4 ad" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Piano Passcode lets you unlock your iPhone by playing a familiar tune Posted: 03 May 2013 03:53 PM PDT
After some teasing, Piano Passcode has finally touched down on the Cydia Store, and I can confirm that it’s pretty sweet. The jailbreak tweak, which I’ve been testing for the last few days, allows you to replace, or augment the iPhone’s Lock screen passcode security system with 7 piano keys. Each of the keys makes a distinctive sound, just as you would expect from a piano. It’s not perfect, but when used correctly, it can do a good job of spicing up the iOS Lock screen. Take a look inside as I break down the ins and out of Piano Passcode, and show you how to go about configuring it to work for you.(...) "Piano Passcode lets you unlock your iPhone by playing a familiar tune" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| comScore: Apple accounts for nearly 40% of US smartphone market Posted: 03 May 2013 03:07 PM PDT
Looking at tech news headlines from the past few months, you’d think Apple was in trouble. And not just “we had an off quarter” trouble, but “is Apple the new Research in Motion” trouble. Some folks even think Tim Cook could lose his job. But looking at the bare numbers seems to suggest the exact opposite. The company just reported a record-breaking quarter. It has more than $130 billion in cash. And according to a new report, it has nearly 40% of the US smartphone market…(...) "comScore: Apple accounts for nearly 40% of US smartphone market" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| AT&T to launch ‘All In One’ prepaid brand June 15 Posted: 03 May 2013 01:50 PM PDT
The nation’s second-largest wireless carrier, AT&T, is planning on introducing a new prepaid brand called ‘All In One’ in June, according to FierceWireless. The new prepaid tiers should appeal to folks who hate long-term contracts and are expected to start at $35 for feature phones and go all the way up to $50 a month for smartphones. Likewise, the carrier could also introduce a $70 a month tier for those whose data needs exceed two gigabytes per month, according to the report. Go past the fold for the full breakdown…(...) "AT&T to launch ‘All In One’ prepaid brand June 15" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Study finds smart TV adoption growing rapidly, market ready for iTV? Posted: 03 May 2013 01:04 PM PDT
Although we continue to hear reports regarding Apple’s work on a full-blown television set, pundits remain skeptical that the project will ever see the light of day. They say the margins are too small, and the demand for internet TVs is too weak for Apple to make a move. But the latter part of that theory isn’t entirely accurate, according to a new report from media research firm TDG. Their studies show that Smart TV adoption is actually growing rapidly around the world, with 25% of broadband households now owning at least one set…(...) "Study finds smart TV adoption growing rapidly, market ready for iTV?" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| T-Mobile releases new ‘T-Mobile TV’ app for iPhone Posted: 03 May 2013 11:21 AM PDT
T-Mobile this week has quietly released a new app for iPhone owners called T-Mobile TV. As the name suggests, the app provides access to the carrier’s subscription-based streaming service that offers live and on-demand content. The service has been around for quite some time now, with an Android version of the mobile app landing in 2010. And it includes a range of programming, including sports, news, and kid channels like Disney and Nickelodeon…(...) "T-Mobile releases new ‘T-Mobile TV’ app for iPhone" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Luna is an upcoming tweak that lends greater control over Do Not Disturb Posted: 03 May 2013 09:44 AM PDT
Looking for a way to maximize the iPhone’s built-in Do Not Disturb functionality? You may choose to look in Cydia for some of the already existing tweaks, or you may decide to hold out for this upcoming collaboration between Ryan Petrich and Sentry. Yes, Petrich needs no introduction, he’s a prolific developer that’s created some amazing things for jailbroken devices. Sentry, too, is very well-known for his design concepts and meticulous attention to detail. Luna is based off of Sentry’s concepts, which can be seen after the break. So what does a collaboration between these two look like? Better yet, will you find it to be useful? Look inside for a quick preview of their upcoming tweak called Luna.(...) "Luna is an upcoming tweak that lends greater control over Do Not Disturb" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Google readying iPhone navigation and SMS support for Glass eyewear Posted: 03 May 2013 08:36 AM PDT
Google’s Glass project, the head-turning augmented reality-enabled glasses that run apps, continues to get largely positive reviews across the board. The pricey $1,500 eyewear currently requires a companion Glass app running on an Android handset in order to present information, such as upcoming meetings and missed calls, rendered as a futuristic overlay in front of your field of vision. According to a new report, the Internet giant is working on a simplified system that will allow Glass to work with any iPhone or other mobile device, over Bluetooth, and use your smartphone for turn-by-turn navigation and text messages…(...) "Google readying iPhone navigation and SMS support for Glass eyewear" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Budget iPhone could be $350 mid-range device Posted: 03 May 2013 08:08 AM PDT
Android is gaining ground largely by offering a cheaper alternative to Apple’s higher-priced iPhone and iPad. Case in point: Acer’s just announced $169 Iconia A1 Jelly Bean tablet. Now, for some time there’s been a drumbeat for Apple to respond with a cheap smartphone of its own, one sold unsubsidized and off-contract to cash-strapped buyers in emerging markets. However, now comes a voice suggesting Apple doesn’t have to slash prices to improve its market standing. Instead, it could offer a mid-priced iPhone and in the process could cut rival Samsung’s U.S. operations off at the knees. There’s no need for hokey plastic fake prototypes or leaks from “insiders.” Apple needs only to repeat what its done numerous times in the past, opine two Wall Street Apple observers at J.P. Morgan…(...) "Budget iPhone could be $350 mid-range device" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Confirmed: U.S. Cellular will be selling iPhones later this year Posted: 03 May 2013 07:51 AM PDT
U.S. Cellular is the nation’s sixth-largest wireless carrier, behind Verizon Wireless, AT&T Mobility, Sprint Nextel, T-Mobile USA and MetroPCS. Although Apple’s iPhone is now available on all four major U.S. telcos and a number of regional carriers, U.S. Cellular doesn’t offer the iconic smartphone. It was reported last November that U.S. Cellular actually turned down the iPhone due to Apple’s terms described as "unacceptable from a risk and profitability standpoint." In a seeming change of heart, the company in a Friday news release announcing first-quarter earnings confirmed it will start carrying unspecified Apple products later this year. UPDATE: a company spokesperson confirmed to Engadget that by “Apple products” they meant iPhones…(...) "Confirmed: U.S. Cellular will be selling iPhones later this year" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Galaxy S4 cleared for government use, iPhone and iPad to gain approval ‘in the next few weeks’ Posted: 03 May 2013 06:14 AM PDT
As Samsung and Apple are bringing the smartphone wars to the Pentagon, the Galaxy maker has drawn first blood as its Galaxy S4 flagship smartphone gets cleared for government use ahead of the iPhone. A security approval from the US Department of Defense (DoD) is a major recognition for Samsung and its new Knox security software as the S4 becomes the first Android smartphone to win a DoD approval. It wasn’t immediately clear what’s up with the holdup concerning Apple, but the iPhone and iPad devices should get cleared later this month…(...) "Galaxy S4 cleared for government use, iPhone and iPad to gain approval ‘in the next few weeks’" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Samsung: injunction for Apple makes no sense, infringed products are outdated Posted: 03 May 2013 05:44 AM PDT
Although a jury in August 2012 awarded the California firm $1 billion in damages after finding Samsung guilty of violating utility Apple patents related to the iPhone and iPad, Judge Lucy Koh is still unimpressed. Having determined in January that the Galaxy maker did not “willfully” infringe on Apple's patents, two months later she announced a decrease of the $1.05 billion verdict by $450 million. Friday came word that Samsung argued in court documents that any permanent injunction in the United States against the infringing products “would not stop any ongoing infringement.” And why’s that? Because the Galaxy maker has either “discontinued the accused products or designed around any infringing features in the ones it still sells”…(...) "Samsung: injunction for Apple makes no sense, infringed products are outdated" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Initial budget iPhone volumes could be modest Posted: 03 May 2013 05:13 AM PDT
Look, DigiTimes is far from being accurate, but this Asian trade publication is nevertheless well-connected and occasionally accurate. According to its Friday report, Apple could initially launch a rumored less-pricey iPhone in small volumes, pegged at no more than three million units during its first quarter of availability. The publication speculates Apple could release the budget iPhone in small volumes in order to “test market response”…(...) "Initial budget iPhone volumes could be modest" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Sorcery! brings gamebook magic to life on iOS Posted: 03 May 2013 04:00 AM PDT
When I first saw the game trailer for Sorcery!, I was elated to see that the gamebooks of my childhood were experiencing a revival on iOS. Not only is this a fantastic story, but the app's developers have worked hard to bring the pages to life in an interactive and exciting way. Sorcery! is a gamebook adventure that first launched in 1983 as part of the Fighting Fantasy series of books. Today's universal iOS launch is not the first Fantasy Fighting gamebook to hit the App Store, but it certainly has revolutionized the choose-your-own-adventure story as a digital medium…(...) "Sorcery! brings gamebook magic to life on iOS" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Code your robot to life with Hakitzu: Code of the Warrior Posted: 03 May 2013 03:00 AM PDT
When I first discovered the universal app Hakitzu: Code of the Warrior, I was already excited about building giant fighting robots before I even found out that I'd be writing their movements in JavaScript. If it sounds intimidating, don't worry. Hakitzu was created for the purpose of teaching code. Everything you need to know to make your robot move, attack, and destroy is available as a learning tool in this game…(...) "Code your robot to life with Hakitzu: Code of the Warrior" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
When I was a kid, choose-your-own adventure books were all the rage. You didn't have to be an antisocial geek to enjoy them, either. There were fantasy adventures, horror stories, detective mysteries, and more. All you needed was a love of books and a few dollars for a paperback.
I like to pretend that I know a thing or two about computers. When I'm around my mom or friends that don't play around with tech stuff too much, I always sound like a real pro. However, when I'm around my IT buddies, I tend to clam up. Throw around the word JavaScript and you have me running for the hills.| You are subscribed to email updates from iDownloadBlog.com To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now. | Email delivery powered by Google |
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