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• Q: Has Apple stopped innovating? A: No
• Belkin launches new Grip Power Battery Case for the iPhone 5
• Bloomberg: Apple’s iAd team gearing up for new iRadio service
• Apple squares off with the government in ‘bizzare’ e-book lawsuit
• Reeder to add Feedly and Feed Wrangler support as Google Reader shuts down
• Apple now offering in-store $149 replacement screens for iPhone 5
• Photos of alleged iPhone 5S SIM tray and various buttons
• Satechi releases 7 port aluminum USB 3.0 hub that matches your Mac [giveaway]
• Twitter’s Vine reaches 13 million users on iPhone, lands on Android
• Google Drive iOS app gains commenting and swipeable galleries
• Chrome 27 for iOS is out with conversational voice search, faster reloading
• Chrome rises as Android loses ground in mobile web usage
• WordPress for iOS gets complete UI makeover in 3.6 update
• Apple releases WWDC 2013 app with session videos, Passbook support and more
• Why budget iPhone doesn’t mean lower profits
• Plants vs. Zombies 2 arrives on July 18
• Proof-of-concept charger can install malware on iDevices in less than 60 seconds
• Apple fails to pay $6.5M in taxes on iPad sales in France
• Apple goes to trial today over e-book price fixing allegations
• Apple reportedly reaches iRadio deal with Warner Music

Q: Has Apple stopped innovating? A: No Posted: 03 Jun 2013 06:00 PM PDT As often, MG Siegler hits the nail about Apple’s nonexistent lack of innovation: One question during the D interview was about if Apple had stopped innovating. After all, it's been so long since the last truly innovative product, the iPad, came out. Um, the iPad came out three years ago. Three years! Guess how much time there was between that product and the last "truly innovative" product, the iPhone? Three years. Guess how much time there was between that product and the last "truly innovative" product, the iPod? Five and a half years. Newsflash: true innovation takes time. Apple has by far the best track-record in recent history when it comes to such products. But how quickly we forget how long each one took to come to market. There needs to be a Turn so we can appreciate the Prestige. But screw that. We want more, better, faster. Cue Louis CK. "Q: Has Apple stopped innovating? A: No" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Belkin launches new Grip Power Battery Case for the iPhone 5 Posted: 03 Jun 2013 05:16 PM PDT Belkin, a California-based maker of consumer electronics and accessories, today announced its first entry into the iPhone 5 battery case space with the Grip Power. Similar to Mophie’s popular Juice Pack line, the Grip Power is a case that has a built-in backup battery. The Grip’s power block is of the 2000mAh variety, which Belkin says is good enough to double the battery life of your late-model iPhone. And with its shock-resistant outer shell and anti-glare camera ring, it makes for a decent case in terms of protection as well…(...) Read the rest of Belkin launches new Grip Power Battery Case for the iPhone 5 "Belkin launches new Grip Power Battery Case for the iPhone 5" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Bloomberg: Apple’s iAd team gearing up for new iRadio service Posted: 03 Jun 2013 03:35 PM PDT This weekend was chock-full of iRadio news, with multiple reports claiming that Apple reached a deal with the Warner Music Group on Sunday in an effort to wrap up negotiations involving its Pandora-like music service in time for WWDC next week. And that trend continues today with a new scoop from Bloomberg regarding the service. The outlet is reporting this afternoon that Apple is revamping how it sells mobile ads to better cater to businesses that apparently can’t wait to advertise on iRadio…(...) Read the rest of Bloomberg: Apple’s iAd team gearing up for new iRadio service "Bloomberg: Apple’s iAd team gearing up for new iRadio service" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple squares off with the government in ‘bizzare’ e-book lawsuit Posted: 03 Jun 2013 03:12 PM PDT As I reported earlier this morning, Apple today squared off with the United States Department of Justice (DoJ) in a Manhattan courtroom in a “bizzare” case (Tim Cook’s words, not mine) that some watchers say will set the rules for Internet commerce. Here’s what both sides emphasized in their opening statements, including an upcoming testimony by Apple’s Internet services lead Eddy Cue…(...) Read the rest of Apple squares off with the government in ‘bizzare’ e-book lawsuit "Apple squares off with the government in ‘bizzare’ e-book lawsuit" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Reeder to add Feedly and Feed Wrangler support as Google Reader shuts down Posted: 03 Jun 2013 02:56 PM PDT When Google announced earlier this year that it would be shutting down Google Reader this summer, Feedly stepped up and said it was working on a clone of Google’s RSS API that would help make user transition from Reader to Feedly “seamless.” Today, the cross-platform news aggregator offered up more details of the clone—codenamed Normandy—by way of a new blog post. Apparently it already has a number of apps on board for the project, including popular Google Reader client Reeder…(...) Read the rest of Reeder to add Feedly and Feed Wrangler support as Google Reader shuts down "Reeder to add Feedly and Feed Wrangler support as Google Reader shuts down" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple now offering in-store $149 replacement screens for iPhone 5 Posted: 03 Jun 2013 01:45 PM PDT A recent MarketWatch article has blamed high iPhone 5 repair costs on Apple's tight control of the supply chain, which in turn dictates aftermarket prices. Perhaps responding to the criticism, the company has reportedly started selling a replacement screen component for the iPhone 5 for $149. Tipsters claim that the replacement display is offered in-store only, with or without AppleCare+. Although $149 is notably higher than the corresponding iPhone 4S screen assembly which costs about $95, Apple’s asking price undercuts the repair wizards over at iFixit who offer an iPhone 5 replacement screen for $200. And in response to Apple’s competitive pricing, some service shops are now starting to tweak their repair rates accordingly…(...) Read the rest of Apple now offering in-store $149 replacement screens for iPhone 5 "Apple now offering in-store $149 replacement screens for iPhone 5" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Photos of alleged iPhone 5S SIM tray and various buttons Posted: 03 Jun 2013 01:22 PM PDT Although we won’t likely see a new iPhone at WWDC next week, it is on the way. The handset is reportedly scheduled to go into production this month, and is expected to be unveiled during a September or October event. We know little about the device, believed to be the iPhone 5S, outside of the fact that it is going to look like its predecessor. We have seen a number of minor part leaks though, with a few more turning up this morning…(...) Read the rest of Photos of alleged iPhone 5S SIM tray and various buttons "Photos of alleged iPhone 5S SIM tray and various buttons" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Satechi releases 7 port aluminum USB 3.0 hub that matches your Mac [giveaway] Posted: 03 Jun 2013 12:30 PM PDT Satechi just released a new USB 3.0 hub for the Mac enthusiasts. Long have we waited for a quality USB port extender that would match the design and look of the brushed aluminum. The new 7 port hub is smooth and compact, offering ample high speed connections for your various devices. As a powered unit, it offers up to 5Gbps over the 3.0 connection and comes in either black or white options…(...) Read the rest of Satechi releases 7 port aluminum USB 3.0 hub that matches your Mac [giveaway] "Satechi releases 7 port aluminum USB 3.0 hub that matches your Mac [giveaway]" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Twitter’s Vine reaches 13 million users on iPhone, lands on Android Posted: 03 Jun 2013 12:08 PM PDT Twitter’s Vine debuted in late-January exclusively on Apple’s iPhone so you could easily spam the web with a few seconds worth of “viral” clips. While we knew it would eventually land on Android, its somewhat slow adoption had prompted Twitter to go back to the drawing board and add more features. Less then five months later, Vine for Android is a reality. And reminding us that Vine still exists, Twitter has proudly announced that the iPhone edition now has thirteen million users – hardly what you’d call a successful iPhone app. Perhaps a bit unsurprisingly, many features from the iOS app are currently missing in the initial Android release. On the other hand, the Android version happens to include a feature Twitter says isn’t possible on the iPhone…(...) Read the rest of Twitter’s Vine reaches 13 million users on iPhone, lands on Android "Twitter’s Vine reaches 13 million users on iPhone, lands on Android" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Google Drive iOS app gains commenting and swipeable galleries Posted: 03 Jun 2013 10:52 AM PDT If you use Google Drive to keep your files safely backed up in the Google cloud, pay attention as the Internet giant has just pushed an interesting little update making its iOS client a whole lot more useful for collaborative work than before. Google Drive for the iPhone and iPad has been bumped up to version 1.4, adding swipeable images while viewing them in full screen, in addition to comments for your Google Docs files. The first feature lets you swipe through the images stored in your Drive as you would in Apple’s stock iOS Photos app. The latter capability supports viewing, creating, replying to and resolving comments in Google Docs files. Commenting was previously available via the web interface, but not on mobile devices. The free application is now live on the App Store so go ahead and update it if you haven’t already…(...) Read the rest of Google Drive iOS app gains commenting and swipeable galleries "Google Drive iOS app gains commenting and swipeable galleries" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Chrome 27 for iOS is out with conversational voice search, faster reloading Posted: 03 Jun 2013 10:23 AM PDT Boy, today must be the day to update your iOS apps. Hot on the heels of major updates for both WordPress and Google Drive comes a new version of Chrome. The update, which brings the app to version 27, includes conversational voice search and other improvements. We knew Google was planning on bringing its Siri-like conversational voice search feature to iOS—it said so shortly after it added the option to its desktop browser. Now you can perform voice searches in the mobile browser, and get both visual and audible results…(...) Read the rest of Chrome 27 for iOS is out with conversational voice search, faster reloading "Chrome 27 for iOS is out with conversational voice search, faster reloading" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Chrome rises as Android loses ground in mobile web usage Posted: 03 Jun 2013 09:56 AM PDT Next to email, a mobile browser is often the most-used app on a smartphone or tablet. Although Safari still rules the iPhone and iPad crowd, there is a bit of internecine warfare within the Android camp. Google’s Chrome is increasingly the default browser on Android mobile devices as usage declines for the stock Android browser. The gains in May by Chrome against the stock Android mobile browser coincide with Google’s decision last year to replace the stock Android browser with Chrome on all Android devices…(...) Read the rest of Chrome rises as Android loses ground in mobile web usage "Chrome rises as Android loses ground in mobile web usage" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

WordPress for iOS gets complete UI makeover in 3.6 update Posted: 03 Jun 2013 09:54 AM PDT Folks with WordPress-backed websites will be happy to hear that the blogging platform has posted a significant update to its iOS app today. The update, which brings the app to version 3.6, features a completely redesigned user interface, a new shortcut for posting, and several other improvements…(...) Read the rest of WordPress for iOS gets complete UI makeover in 3.6 update "WordPress for iOS gets complete UI makeover in 3.6 update" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple releases WWDC 2013 app with session videos, Passbook support and more Posted: 03 Jun 2013 09:18 AM PDT Apple has this morning posted a new iOS application for its upcoming World Wide Developers Conference. The event, which starts one week from today, will feature a keynote by the company and a wealth of resources for 3rd party app developers. The app will help WWDC attendees stay on top of the latest news and events going on at the conference, letting them navigate their way around the venue (Moscone West), watch daily session videos, and discover new labs and workshops…(...) Read the rest of Apple releases WWDC 2013 app with session videos, Passbook support and more "Apple releases WWDC 2013 app with session videos, Passbook support and more" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Why budget iPhone doesn’t mean lower profits Posted: 03 Jun 2013 08:38 AM PDT Android smartphone makers have been doing it for years: controlling a market using inexpensive handsets to outnumber the more expensive iPhone. But when the idea that Apple should also produce a more affordable and contract-free device first appeared, a hue-and-cry erupted as if the next MacBook was to be powered by Windows 8. Now comes calmer heads – ironically from Wall Street – showing Apple’s gross profit margin would increase by six percent because more people will buy the Apple smartphone if the company lowers the cost of owning an iPhone. That’s right, all the hand-wringing going on about a less-pricey iPhone being suicide for Apple’s bottom-line could be all wrong…(...) Read the rest of Why budget iPhone doesn’t mean lower profits "Why budget iPhone doesn’t mean lower profits" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Plants vs. Zombies 2 arrives on July 18 Posted: 03 Jun 2013 07:58 AM PDT We previously heard that Plants vs. Zombies 2 will hit iOS later this month. Today, Seattle-based game publisher PopCap Games announced that the sequel to the widely popular franchise is coming to an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad near you on July 18. Unlike the original, the sequel will be released as a free download with the obligatory in-app purchases, but don’t worry – PopCap promises that the vast majority of the game will be entirely free to play. Go past the fold for more details and a brand new promo trailer…(...) Read the rest of Plants vs. Zombies 2 arrives on July 18 "Plants vs. Zombies 2 arrives on July 18" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Proof-of-concept charger can install malware on iDevices in less than 60 seconds Posted: 03 Jun 2013 07:33 AM PDT Unlike the malware-infested Android, Apple’s mobile platform is mostly malware-free. Little wonder that Apple prides itself with reviewing apps “to guard against malware” while asserting that other mobile platforms pose a “security risk”. But what if malicious users could hack your iPhone via a specially built charger – and in less than a minute? That’s exactly what three researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology claim is possible as they prep to show off a proof-of-concept charger which can be used to invisibly install malware on non-jailbroken iOS devices…(...) Read the rest of Proof-of-concept charger can install malware on iDevices in less than 60 seconds "Proof-of-concept charger can install malware on iDevices in less than 60 seconds" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple fails to pay $6.5M in taxes on iPad sales in France Posted: 03 Jun 2013 06:50 AM PDT As if Apple’s recent woes with the United States government over offshore tax havens weren’t enough, the French association SACEM (they control royalties) has now discovered that even though Apple did charge iPad buyers a 1 percent tax for cultural works, it’s failed to pass the money to SACEM. The inexplicable slip up could cost Apple dearly, especially in light of the recent debate over how U.S. corporations creatively pay little to no taxes on the revenue earned from overseas sales…(...) Read the rest of Apple fails to pay $6.5M in taxes on iPad sales in France "Apple fails to pay $6.5M in taxes on iPad sales in France" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple goes to trial today over e-book price fixing allegations Posted: 03 Jun 2013 05:46 AM PDT As you know, the United States Department of Justice (DoJ) in April 2010 filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple over allegations that it conspired with five major publishers to raise prices of e-books sold on the iBookstore in order to break Amazon’s monopoly. Now, DoJ previously called Apple a facilitator and said email messages from Steve Jobs prove its guilt. U.S. District Judge Denise Cote believes the government will prevail and Reuters reports this morning that Apple is scheduled to square off with the government in a Manhattan courtroom later today. Apple, of course, maintains its innocence. So, why all the fuss?(...) Read the rest of Apple goes to trial today over e-book price fixing allegations "Apple goes to trial today over e-book price fixing allegations" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

Apple reportedly reaches iRadio deal with Warner Music Posted: 03 Jun 2013 01:48 AM PDT Citing sources “familiar with the negotiations,” a new report is out claiming that Apple has finally reached a deal with Warner Music over iRadio licensing terms. Warner was one of the three remaining label holdouts on Apple’s upcoming Pandora-like music service. Rumors about the service have been flying about for months. It was expected to launch earlier this year, but Tim Cook and company have been having trouble reaching deals with the top four record labels. And now they are reportedly aiming for a WWDC launch…(...) Read the rest of Apple reportedly reaches iRadio deal with Warner Music "Apple reportedly reaches iRadio deal with Warner Music" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.

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