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- Impressive iPhone concept shows iOS 7 running on a 4.3-inch edge-to-edge display
- iPhone 4S/5 users to get Wireless Emergency Alerts via AT&T
- How to make TextExpander work with OS X 10.9 Mavericks
- ‘Activator’ gains custom events triggered by email, invoke shutter actions, and more
- PebbleActivator: execute Activator actions using your Pebble watch
- Facebook to host event June 20th, says it’s been working on ‘big ideas’
- AT&T’s GoPhone prepaid sevice now available on 4G LTE and HSPA+
- Apple website graphics shows iOS 7 on iPads
- Mistake on Apple’s website shows different iOS 7 app icons
- A closer look at Messages in iOS 7
- Office Mobile for iPhone review
- ‘No More Shadows’ hides the shadow that appears when launching apps
- ‘Smudge’ adds a Gaussian blur to the area above the app switcher
- Apple still leading apps and profits in iOS-Android horserace
- iOS 6 vs iOS 7: the different UI views
- Google testimony helps Apple with e-book trial
- Microsoft releases Office 365 for iPhone
- Apple now reportedly adding 500,000 new iTunes accounts per day
- A closer look at the new Notification Center in iOS 7
- Microsoft releases another ad dissing iPad
| Impressive iPhone concept shows iOS 7 running on a 4.3-inch edge-to-edge display Posted: 14 Jun 2013 06:27 PM PDT
Now that Apple has unveiled iOS 7, and we know what its next generation software is going to look like, it’s time to start thinking about its next-generation handset. No, I’m not talking about the iPhone 5S that’s expected this year. I’m talking about after that. Well if you ask the folks over at ADR Studio, they think it’s going to sport a 4.3-inch edge-to-edge display and a fingerprint scanner. The design team has put together an impressive iPhone 6 concept that mixes their creativity with ongoing iPhone rumors…(...) "Impressive iPhone concept shows iOS 7 running on a 4.3-inch edge-to-edge display" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| iPhone 4S/5 users to get Wireless Emergency Alerts via AT&T Posted: 14 Jun 2013 04:56 PM PDT
U.S. carrier AT&T announced Friday that its subscribers will soon start receiving Wireless Emergency Alerts to their iPhone 4S or iPhone 5 devices. Text notifications will include AMBER, Imminent Threat and Presidential Alerts and will be enabled following an upcoming carrier update pushed out to iPhone devices running iOS 6.1 or later. Of the three types of alerts, users will be able to disable AMBER and Imminent Threat alerts. Presidential alerts, which are sent straight from the President, can’t be turned off…(...) "iPhone 4S/5 users to get Wireless Emergency Alerts via AT&T" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| How to make TextExpander work with OS X 10.9 Mavericks Posted: 14 Jun 2013 02:56 PM PDT
As a huge TextExpander fan, and a person that relies on the app on a day to day basis, I freaked out a bit when I couldn’t get TextExpander working on my MacBook. Yes, I’m one of the very foolish ones who decided to put a beta OS on their main work computer, but that’s just how I roll. At any rate, I needed to get this fixed ASAP, because it was hindering my ability to be productive. The problems stems from the fact that OSX 10.9 places the access to assistive devices option — an option absolutely necessary to run TextExpander — in a brand new location, under the guise of a new security setting. So every time I received this error: “Please go to the "Universal Access" preference pane and enable access for assistive devices before using TextExpander!” TextExpander would point me to a section of the System Preferences that no longer exists. How to fix? It’s actually quite easy to do, follow me inside…(...) "How to make TextExpander work with OS X 10.9 Mavericks" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| ‘Activator’ gains custom events triggered by email, invoke shutter actions, and more Posted: 14 Jun 2013 02:39 PM PDT
After a marvelous update that brought us flick icons gestures, Ryan Petrich is still at it. This time, we’re all the way to Activator 1.7.5 beta 8. The last couple of Activator beta releases have added a few new handy features to the fold, and I’d like to take the time to tell you about them. First up to bat is a new gesture that allows you to take advantage of a simultaneous press of the Home button and Sleep button. If that combination sounds a bit familiar to you, it’s because that’s currently the stock gesture combination for taking Screenshots on iOS. This means that you can basically reassign the stock screenshot gesture to do something completely different. Secondly, you’ll find a new action to invoke the camera shutter for the stock Camera app. If you’re already inside of the camera app, this gesture will cause the shutter to fire. If you’re not already inside of the Camera app, then the initial gesture will take you there. Lastly, but certainly not least, is a new custom trigger that allows you to execute an action when you receive an email from a specific sender, subject line, or a combination of the two. Check inside for our full video walkthrough that showcases all of the goods in action.(...) "‘Activator’ gains custom events triggered by email, invoke shutter actions, and more" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| PebbleActivator: execute Activator actions using your Pebble watch Posted: 14 Jun 2013 02:20 PM PDT
I’m not a Pebble watch owner, but if I was, I’d be all over this like white on rice. PebbleActivator is a new jailbreak tweak from iOS developer Ryan Petrich, and it allows you to execute specific commands via the Pebble Smart watch’s physical buttons. PebbleActivator is basically an Activator add-on, as it runs inside of the Activator app. With that said, the app does feature its own standalone app icon for interfacing with its settings. Take a look inside for a few more details, and why this new tweak is so handy for Pebble watch owners.(...) "PebbleActivator: execute Activator actions using your Pebble watch" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Facebook to host event June 20th, says it’s been working on ‘big ideas’ Posted: 14 Jun 2013 01:57 PM PDT
It’s just June now, and the Facebook team has already had a big year. It’s launched major new search tool, rolled out a completely revamped version of its Timeline feature, and oh yeah, it developed its own Android launcher. But apparently it’s not finished yet. The social networking giant just sent out invitations to a media event scheduled for June 20th. Facebook’s invite doesn’t offer many details, but it does say that it’s been working on big ideas…(...) "Facebook to host event June 20th, says it’s been working on ‘big ideas’" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| AT&T’s GoPhone prepaid sevice now available on 4G LTE and HSPA+ Posted: 14 Jun 2013 01:51 PM PDT
GoPhone, a prepaid wireless service from U.S. carrier AT&T, used to be a 3G-only affair. But not anymore. Just like clockwork, the carrier Friday announced that GoPhone customers can now enjoy fast data speeds not only on its third-generation HSPA+ network (unfairly billed as 4G), but also on the fourth-generation Long-Term Evolution (LTE) network. Compared to 3G, 4G LTE offers ten times higher data throughput. The telco also added Samsung’s Galaxy Express to its GoPhone device portfolio and said folks can also bring their own HSPA+ or LTE smartphone…(...) "AT&T’s GoPhone prepaid sevice now available on 4G LTE and HSPA+" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Apple website graphics shows iOS 7 on iPads Posted: 14 Jun 2013 12:30 PM PDT
Despite CEO Tim Cook’s management shakeup last year, Apple’s marketing and website departments don’t seem to collaborate closely enough. In what could only be attributed to a human error, image files discovered on Apple’s website earlier today offered a glimpse into iOS 7 icons different from the current iOS 7 Beta 1. Another find involves graphics outlining device compatibility, with an image depicting iOS 7 running on the iPad and iPad mini…(...) "Apple website graphics shows iOS 7 on iPads" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Mistake on Apple’s website shows different iOS 7 app icons Posted: 14 Jun 2013 10:45 AM PDT
This is kind of interesting. New versions of some of the stock app icons in iOS 7 have been spotted on Apple’s website. The reason for the changes is not yet known, but the app icons have received the blunt of the criticism thus far regarding Apple’s new mobile OS. Some of the new icons are starkly different than the ones seen in the first developer beta of iOS 7, while others appear to only feature subtle differences. And it’s not clear if this was a mistake on Apple’s part, or these will be the new app icons in iOS going forward…(...) "Mistake on Apple’s website shows different iOS 7 app icons" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| A closer look at Messages in iOS 7 Posted: 14 Jun 2013 10:30 AM PDT
Messaging is arguably one of the most oft-used features of mobile devices. And with folks overwhelmingly embracing services like WhatsApp, little wonder instant messaging has overtaken traditional SMS by volume. The October 2011 iMessage unveiling signaled an era of frictionless communication between Apple device owners, made convenient by blurring the line between SMS and IM. iOS 7 elevates that experience by making it prettier while implementing a few evolutionary improvements. That said, the iOS 7 Messages app is nonetheless a pretty big departure from iOS 6. But don’t worry – iDB has you covered…(...) "A closer look at Messages in iOS 7" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Office Mobile for iPhone review Posted: 14 Jun 2013 09:52 AM PDT
As you’re likely well aware of by now, Microsoft dropped Office Mobile for iPhone today. The actual name of the app is Office Mobile for Office 365 subscribers, which is a crazy mouthful, so I’ll be referring to it as Office Mobile throughout this write up. As someone who’s been an iWork user during most of their Mac tenure, I’m approaching this review from a different perspective than perhaps most. I don’t currently use Office 365 on the desktop, because iWork is suitable for all of my needs. Why pay $9.99 a month or $99.99 a year for something that I have no real need for? I know some people argue that the Office suite is superior than iWork, and I do tend to agree in some cases. But for the basic need of editing documents and the occasional spreadsheet, iWork can, for the most part, handle my needs. So with all of this in mind, I’m approaching this review as someone who’s mainly interested in editing and creating new documents on the iPhone. If the iPhone version is superior to the current iWork experience, then I may be interested in making the switch to Office 365 beyond the scope of my free 30 day trial. Take a look inside as I break it down further on video.(...) "Office Mobile for iPhone review" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| ‘No More Shadows’ hides the shadow that appears when launching apps Posted: 14 Jun 2013 07:03 AM PDT
Every time I’m convinced that there’s absolutely nothing new under the sun when it comes to jailbreak development, someone comes with some far out idea that I’ve never seen before. Case in point? No More Shadows. This is a jailbreak tweak that hides the shadow that appears on an app icon when tapping the app on the Home screen. Take a look at our video walkthrough inside for a before and after comparison showcasing how No More Shadows works.(...) "‘No More Shadows’ hides the shadow that appears when launching apps" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| ‘Smudge’ adds a Gaussian blur to the area above the app switcher Posted: 14 Jun 2013 06:42 AM PDT
Some jailbreak tweaks offer awesome new functionality, and some mainly exist for pure aesthetic reasons. Smudge is a jailbreak tweak that falls firmly into the latter category. Smudge allows you to add a simple Gaussian blur to the area above your app switcher when it’s invoked. Take a look at our video walkthrough inside for more details on how it works.(...) "‘Smudge’ adds a Gaussian blur to the area above the app switcher" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Apple still leading apps and profits in iOS-Android horserace Posted: 14 Jun 2013 06:30 AM PDT
From a distance, the horse race between Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android appears as if the open-source mobile operating system is a clear winner. However, a closer look reveals other levels of competition not so clearly defined. Android unmistakably is the leader when it comes to the share of mobile devices being shipped. The inexpensive operating system is also ahead in attracting developing nations, such as India and China. But don’t cry for Apple, according to mobile advertising network Flurry. The iPhone maker tops Android for app usage, as well as profits…(...) "Apple still leading apps and profits in iOS-Android horserace" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| iOS 6 vs iOS 7: the different UI views Posted: 14 Jun 2013 06:01 AM PDT
iOS developer MPow recently tweeted an interesting comparison image of iOS 6′s UI views versus the new elements found in iOS 7. It’s a great way to gain a high level overview on the scope of the visual changes occurring with iOS. The image compares common elements like the toolbar, tabbar, searchbar, switches, sliders, and much more. It’s a great way to appreciate some of the widely seen visual changes happening with iOS. If you happen to be a developer, or are at least interested in what it takes to create an app on iOS, you’ll especially appreciate this. Take a look inside for the full image.(...) "iOS 6 vs iOS 7: the different UI views" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Google testimony helps Apple with e-book trial Posted: 14 Jun 2013 05:30 AM PDT
So rarely do we see the complete dismantling of a witness in an otherwise dull tech trial. However, Apple’s defense lawyer last week dissected a Google executive’s claim of a conversation with publishers indicating Apple required they all sign on to an agency contract. On the stand, Google’s Thomas Turvey admitted a direct conversation with the publishers he earlier told the court likely never happened. Not only does the testimony from Google’s director of strategic partnerships make it appear the Apple rival is just out to get its competitor, but it throws a wet blanket on an antitrust case which up to yesterday was going the way of the Department of Justice. However, the weighty issue of whether Apple’s e-book agency pricing model restricted competition was overshadowed by the legal showdown and witness meltdown…(...) "Google testimony helps Apple with e-book trial" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Microsoft releases Office 365 for iPhone Posted: 14 Jun 2013 04:26 AM PDT
After months of speculation and years of waiting, Windows maker Microsoft has finally relented and released the official Office suite on iOS. But don’t get your hopes up too high, it isn’t what you’ve been looking for. As the lengthy name suggests, ‘Office Mobile for Office 365 subscribers’ (seriously, Microsoft?) requires an Office 365 subscription, is iPhone-only and is more of an Office companion than a full-blown productivity application. You can edit Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents on the go, though we’re talking limited editing capability here. Go past the fold for the full info…(...) "Microsoft releases Office 365 for iPhone" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Apple now reportedly adding 500,000 new iTunes accounts per day Posted: 14 Jun 2013 03:31 AM PDT
Aside from its iPhone sales, and total iOS device sales, another stat Apple likes to tout is its number of iTunes accounts. At the beginning of the company’s WWDC keynote earlier this week, Tim Cook announced that there are now more than 575 million registered iTunes users. Cook claims that iTunes is the largest online service with credit cards connected, which is pretty impressive. But perhaps even more impressive is its staggering growth rate. A new report from expert number-cruncher Horace Dediu claims Apple is adding 500k accounts per day…(...) "Apple now reportedly adding 500,000 new iTunes accounts per day" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| A closer look at the new Notification Center in iOS 7 Posted: 14 Jun 2013 02:43 AM PDT
From the moment you lay eyes on iOS 7, you can tell that it’s completely different than any of the previous versions of Apple’s mobile OS. The entire system has been redesigned, from the Lock screen to the app icons, and everything in between. We’ve taken brief peeks at a lot of the changes that we’ve spotted thus far in iOS 7 over the past few days, but we felt some of them deserved a more in-depth look, like the all new Notification Center. It’s better looking now, and quite a bit smarter…(...) "A closer look at the new Notification Center in iOS 7" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Microsoft releases another ad dissing iPad Posted: 13 Jun 2013 09:33 PM PDT
Microsoft — the company behind the Surface RT (lol) — has posted another attack advertisement going at Apple’s iPad. The ad makes fun of the iPad’s lack of SD Card compatibility, its inability to run apps side by side, and its price. It’s a decent ad, but their comparison points just don’t stack up if you ask me.(...) "Microsoft releases another ad dissing iPad" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
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