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• Food Network brings its top TV shows to iOS
• AOL joins RSS race, announces its own Google Reader replacement
• Over 5 million videos uploaded to Instagram in first 24 hours
• Concept vid makes the case for a 1080p 5.7-inch iPhone
• Sega discounts Sonic iOS games to just 99 cents
• New Nokia ad pegs iPhone users as mindless zombies
• First full trailer for Ashton Kutcher’s ‘Jobs’ film released
• Apple’s iTunes owns 75% of digital music sales
• iPad mini to finally hit Brazil next Tuesday following eight-month wait
• Samsung reportedly cutting Galaxy S4 production, S3 going in early retirement
• Virgin Mobile to land iPhone 5 next Friday
• FTC to launch inquiry into patent trolls, including issuing subpoenas
• Apple starts charting iOS adoption, 96% of users are on iOS 6
• Preview: PatternUnlock
• Tokyo court finds Samsung guilty of infringing on Apple’s ‘rubber banding’ patent
• New photos of alleged iPhone 5S with dual LED flash surface

Food Network brings its top TV shows to iOS Posted: 21 Jun 2013 04:13 PM PDT Great news this afternoon for all of you Chopped and Iron Chef fans, you can now watch your favorite TV shows on your iPhone or iPad. Food Networks released a new iOS app today called Watch Food Network and that allows you to watch some of its top programming on the go. The app support the streaming of some of the Food Networks’ most popular shows—including Diners Drive-Ins and Dives and Restaurant Impossible—as well as AirPlay, so you can stream content to your Apple TV, and iCloud sync, so you can always pick up where you left off…(...) Read the rest of Food Network brings its top TV shows to iOS "Food Network brings its top TV shows to iOS" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

AOL joins RSS race, announces its own Google Reader replacement Posted: 21 Jun 2013 02:56 PM PDT Wow, it’s never been a more exciting time to be in the RSS space. And who would have thought it would have taken the Internet giant announcing its popular Reader service is heading to the graveyard of technology? And with the impending July 1 Google Reader shut down all but upon us, the market for RSS readers is bursting with activity like never before. Of course, RSS isn’t going anywhere as there are a few dozen quality apps out there. In addition, the likes of Digg, Flipboard, Feedly and many others are stepping in to fill the void with their own Google Reader replacement services. And now, you can put AOL on your list of upcoming Google Reader alternatives. You remember AOL, right?(...) Read the rest of AOL joins RSS race, announces its own Google Reader replacement "AOL joins RSS race, announces its own Google Reader replacement" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Over 5 million videos uploaded to Instagram in first 24 hours Posted: 21 Jun 2013 01:53 PM PDT As anyone within 5 miles of a computer can tell you, popular photo sharing service Instagram unveiled a new video capture and upload feature yesterday. The Facebook-owned app can now shoot and post 15-second, Vine-like videos. And apparently people love it. Today, Facebook flexed its muscles in the direction of Twitter’s Vine team, announcing that Instagram users uploaded a staggering 5 million video clips in the first 24 hours of the feature’s existence…(...) Read the rest of Over 5 million videos uploaded to Instagram in first 24 hours "Over 5 million videos uploaded to Instagram in first 24 hours" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Concept vid makes the case for a 1080p 5.7-inch iPhone Posted: 21 Jun 2013 01:32 PM PDT While Tim Cook patiently keeps on insisting that Apple isn’t interested in making an iPhablet, that’s not stopping analysts, media, watchers, bloggers – and even Apple’s supply chain partners – from speculating. The latest example: just last week, Reuters ran a report claiming Apple is considering launching 4.7-inch and 5.7-inch iPhone models in six different colors next year. The 5.7-inch form factor didn’t come out of blue: presumably, it’s the right size for a 1080p Apple phablet. Figuring as much, UK’s T3 magazine has put together an interesting concept video making a good case for a 1080p iPhone…(...) Read the rest of Concept vid makes the case for a 1080p 5.7-inch iPhone "Concept vid makes the case for a 1080p 5.7-inch iPhone" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Sega discounts Sonic iOS games to just 99 cents Posted: 21 Jun 2013 12:16 PM PDT If you’re anything like me, you’re a heavy gamer who plays tons of games on your iDevice – and on a pretty much regular basis, too (or at least when the time schedule permits). That’s why I’ll only make a passing mention of productivity deals like Readdle's premium Calendars+ going free for a limited time. If that fell on deaf ears with you, don’t despair – iDB has you covered as games maker Sega has slashed all its Sonic games on the App Store to just 99 cents. The promotion includes the original Sonic The Hedgehog along with the second and fourth installment, as well as Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing and Sonic CD. Jump past the fold for quick details…(...) Read the rest of Sega discounts Sonic iOS games to just 99 cents "Sega discounts Sonic iOS games to just 99 cents" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

New Nokia ad pegs iPhone users as mindless zombies Posted: 21 Jun 2013 12:01 PM PDT You know you’re doing something right when your competition spends more time in its commercials bad-mouthing you and your products than it does actually advertising its own. So Apple must be doing something extremely right. We’ve seen it with Samsung, we’ve seen it with Microsoft, and now Nokia is getting in on the action. The Finnish handset maker released a new ad this morning that portrays iPhone users as mindless zombies. Full clip after the fold…(...) Read the rest of New Nokia ad pegs iPhone users as mindless zombies "New Nokia ad pegs iPhone users as mindless zombies" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

First full trailer for Ashton Kutcher’s ‘Jobs’ film released Posted: 21 Jun 2013 11:04 AM PDT The first official trailer for Ashton Kutcher’s ‘Jobs’ was finally released today, giving the general public its first glimpse at the movie. We saw a snippet of the film earlier this year, when it debuted at the Sundance Film Festival, but it never really made it beyond the tech world. ‘Jobs’ has had an interesting year thus far. After receiving mixed reviews at Sundance, the film’s April release date was canceled and the project was shelved. Then, earlier this month, we learned it would finally be hitting theaters in August. So without further ado, here’s your trailer…(...) Read the rest of First full trailer for Ashton Kutcher’s ‘Jobs’ film released "First full trailer for Ashton Kutcher’s ‘Jobs’ film released" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple’s iTunes owns 75% of digital music sales Posted: 21 Jun 2013 09:35 AM PDT Apple’s iTunes is one of those happy ironies. Begun as a way to boost sales of Macs and other hardware and content with breaking even, the service now rakes in $20 billion per year selling digital warez such as video, books, apps and music – a whole lot of music. In fact, Apple now sells 75 percent of all digital music, according to a new analysis. In a series of peeks into how iTunes earns all that revenue, independent analyst Horace Dediu paints a picture where more than a half-billion users are pointing to a future where apps surpass digital music sales…(...) Read the rest of Apple’s iTunes owns 75% of digital music sales "Apple’s iTunes owns 75% of digital music sales" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

iPad mini to finally hit Brazil next Tuesday following eight-month wait Posted: 21 Jun 2013 09:00 AM PDT It’s widely believed an unknown portion of iPad mini production is being handled by Foxconn's recently built manufacturing facilities in Brazil. It’s remarkable then that the iPad mini is still unavailable in the country. The situation is finally set to take a turn for the better as the iPad mini is slated to arrive in Brazil next Tuesday, June 25. As you know, Apple launched the iPad mini in the United States and several other key markets eight months ago, in October 2012…(...) Read the rest of iPad mini to finally hit Brazil next Tuesday following eight-month wait "iPad mini to finally hit Brazil next Tuesday following eight-month wait" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Samsung reportedly cutting Galaxy S4 production, S3 going in early retirement Posted: 21 Jun 2013 08:30 AM PDT The unstoppable advance of Samsung may have hit a bump in the road. A report from South Korean claims the Apple smartphone rival plans to reduce production of its just-released Galaxy S4 by 10-15 percent, while sending the S3 to an early retirement. The South Korean-based firm also believes the flagship Galaxy S4 won’t be able to increase its share of the smartphone market alone, requiring a range of new models to do the job, the Thursday report claimed…(...) Read the rest of Samsung reportedly cutting Galaxy S4 production, S3 going in early retirement "Samsung reportedly cutting Galaxy S4 production, S3 going in early retirement" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Virgin Mobile to land iPhone 5 next Friday Posted: 21 Jun 2013 07:31 AM PDT After months of speculation, Virgin Mobile announced it will finally start carrying Apple’s iPhone 5 starting Friday, June 28. The handset will be offered on a subsidy basis on a two-year contract and with one of the Beyond Talk plans, starting at $35 a month for unlimited 4G LTE data and messaging. Virgin Mobile is owned by Sprint and supports both Sprint’s CDMA 3G and LTE 4G radio technology (see coverage map here)…(...) Read the rest of Virgin Mobile to land iPhone 5 next Friday "Virgin Mobile to land iPhone 5 next Friday" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

FTC to launch inquiry into patent trolls, including issuing subpoenas Posted: 21 Jun 2013 07:15 AM PDT The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is expected today to approve an investigation into so-called patent trolls, according to the New York Times. Results of the investigation could be used as part of a possible antitrust lawsuit. FTC chairwoman Edith Ramirez has said the technology involved in one smartphone could spur thousands of patents. In 2012, patent trolls – politely referred to as patent-assertion entities – comprised 60 percent of some 4,000 patent lawsuits. In 2011, the number of patent lawsuits were half that amount, the Times reported…(...) Read the rest of FTC to launch inquiry into patent trolls, including issuing subpoenas "FTC to launch inquiry into patent trolls, including issuing subpoenas" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple starts charting iOS adoption, 96% of users are on iOS 6 Posted: 21 Jun 2013 06:51 AM PDT Apple has started charting the iOS adoption figures via a portal for its registered developers. While Google’s been doing this for quite some time now, it’s the first time Apple offered the continuously updated official iOS adoption data. Key takeaway: a whopping 96 percent of Apple customers are now using iOS 6, as measured by the App Store during a 14-day period ending June 3, 2013. There is a massive difference compared to Android 4.x versions that, according to Google’s dashboard web page, was on 58.6 percent of Android devices accessing the Android Play store during a 14-day period ending on June 3, 2013. And with 39.8 percent of Google customers on the now outdated Android 2.2 Froyo and up to Android 3.2 Honeycomb software, Apple’s huge advantage in terms of platform fragmentation is undisputed…(...) Read the rest of Apple starts charting iOS adoption, 96% of users are on iOS 6 "Apple starts charting iOS adoption, 96% of users are on iOS 6" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Preview: PatternUnlock Posted: 21 Jun 2013 05:28 AM PDT PatternUnlock is an upcoming jailbreak tweak that brings Android inspired Lock screen security to the iPhone. It features user customizable unlock patterns and various Lock screen themes that can be user customized as well. The tweak, which will sell for $1.99 on Cydia’s BigBoss repo, is due to touch down some time this weekend. For now, check out our brief preview video of the tweak inside.(...) Read the rest of Preview: PatternUnlock "Preview: PatternUnlock" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Tokyo court finds Samsung guilty of infringing on Apple’s ‘rubber banding’ patent Posted: 21 Jun 2013 02:57 AM PDT On Friday, a Tokyo court found a number of Samsung’s legacy smartphone models to be guilty of infringing on one of Apple’s patents. More specifically, it’s the infamous ‘rubber banding’ patent, which Apple has used in a number of courtroom battles. For those unfamiliar with the ‘rubber banding’ property, it covers the software action that triggers the bounce-back animation when a user reaches the end of a scrolling document. And the Japan court feels older Samsung handsets infringe upon it…(...) Read the rest of Tokyo court finds Samsung guilty of infringing on Apple’s ‘rubber banding’ patent "Tokyo court finds Samsung guilty of infringing on Apple’s ‘rubber banding’ patent" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

New photos of alleged iPhone 5S with dual LED flash surface Posted: 21 Jun 2013 02:14 AM PDT As the iPhone 5 nears the end of its 12-month life cycle, rumors regarding Apple’s next-generation handset are beginning to pick up. It’s believed that the phone, which is expected to be called the iPhone 5S, is already in production. And when devices go into production, it becomes harder to control component leaks. That might explain how the folks who took these two photos got their hands on what appears to be a nearly complete (minus the display) iPhone 5S…(...) Read the rest of New photos of alleged iPhone 5S with dual LED flash surface "New photos of alleged iPhone 5S with dual LED flash surface" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

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