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How To Jailbreak iOS 5.1.1 Untethered Using Absinthe 2.0

2012-05-25T14:50:00.000+01:00

Finally, for the joy of those sitting with an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad running Apple’s iOS 5.1.1 firmware untethered jailbreak is now available! As predicted, and promised by Pod2g, after the weeks of hard work and research untethered jailbreak for all existing iOS devices is delivered, excluding the third-generation Apple TV. Once more tale a look at the full list of 5.1.1 untethered jailbreak compatible devices:

iPhone 4S

iPhone 4

iPhone 3GS

iPad (3rd gen)

iPad 2

iPad 1

iPod touch 3G

iPod touch 4G

Apple TV 2G

Before you actually move on to jailbreaking process provided below, there is one thing to note – it is highly recommended to make a complete backup of your device using iTunes or iCloud. And one more thing - if your iPhone is unlocked, do not update to stock iOS 5.1.1 firmware and for the time being stay away from Absinthe. You need to also disable a passcode set on your iDevice before following the steps listed right below:

The first thing to do is to download Absinthe 2.0, find compressed file and extract all of the content with any archiving tool you’d like.

Connect your iDevice to your PC via a standard 30-pin connector cable and launch the Absinthe tool through the executable file downloaded in step 1.

If your device is properly connected, you should now see an initial interface with text-based information and a “Jailbreak” button which should be available. Tap the button for the jailbreak process to begin.

*Don’t panic if the device looks like if it is going through a restore process, as it is due to the initial Absinthe tool for iOS 5.0.1 accompanied with a new method for jailbreaking. Do not touch your device when the progress bar on the Absinthe GUI provides user feedback.

The payload process will soon be complete and you’ll see the familiar Cydia icon on the home screen. This means that your iDevice running iOS 5.1.1 is successfully jailbroken and you are now free to install any extensions or packages via Cydia ( if your device supports them, of course)!

Is Google Chrome Browser For iOS Coming?

2012-05-25T11:17:00.000+01:00

Surprising reports have been shared lately, claiming that Google Chrome browser for iOS is coming soon. Moreover, some even say that Google has already submitted code for Chrome browser compatible with iOS and Apple is currently reviewing the application. It is widely expected that Chrome browser for iOS will hit App Store as soon as Q2.

If appropriately implemented this would be a huge deal for both companies. Google is presently compensating Apple about 50%-60% profits share for searches completed through the Safari search box, meaning that if gross search revenue from iPads, iPhones, and iPod Touches equals $1 billion, Google only gets $400 million out of it, while the total of $600 million is what Apple gets. If Google manages to cut out Safari, then it will own all the searches and will no longer have to share revenues with Apple. Google Chrome has become the second most popular web browser after Internet Explorer and in case of producing a functional iOS browser Safari share will be decreased significantly.

The potential problem that will draw Google browser back is that a third-party app is not allowed to be set as a default one, meaning that if you click on a link in an email for example, it will take you mobile Safari instead of Google Chrome app. With not quite functional apps delivered by Google previously, the thing to consider is whether or not the search giant will manage to make Google Chrome app better than mobile Safari is…

iPhone 5 Concept Video Demonstrates What Apple May Be Testing Internally

2012-05-24T15:17:00.000+01:00

According to trusted sources Apple has several different designs of the new iPhone, or an iPhone 5, tested internally. Despite all being quite dissimilar, one thing is common for each and every concept- a new, larger Retina Display-enabled screen.

With current iPhones featuring pretty impressive 3.5-inch 960×640 display, it seems that “traditional” fruit company has decided to deviate from the usual route - Apple is now set to increase the size of its iconic iPhone, most probably due to its already larger-screen competitors.

Based on the fact that rumors are not always correct, but most of the time what was predicted has come true, the iPhone 5 could see a new 3.9-inch screen and an 1136×640 resolution, which would just add some extra pixels to the existing form. While many users complain that larger screen would make their beloved iPhone look like other smartphones, heavier, not beautiful and so on, it seems they have never thought of what benefits it may bring, such as an extra row of icons on a home screen.

Despite the users’ complaints, the larger display would definitely create additional problems for those developers who already have their apps successfully placed in the App Store, unless Apple rolls out the new row of updates to avoid potential display issues with the developers.

With Apple itself being suspected to be testing all kinds of potential iPhone 5 devices internally, we cannot claim anything until we actually see what the new iPhone looks like. However, till then, we are free to make assumptions, create concept designs, mock ups and beautiful videos, just like the one provided below, demonstrating all the beauty of a possible a new 3.9-inch display.

Two New Apple Ads Featuring John Malkovich

2012-05-24T12:29:00.000+01:00

Apple ads have always been highly creative and catchy, especially after the Siri introduction. Fruit company using celebs in its product commercials are no surprise – take a look at one of the latest ads with Samuel L. Jackson and Zooey Deschanel starring.

Just yesterday, Apple released a new series of Siri ads, this time with John Malkovich in the title role! the ads show John in two different situations – one ad demonstrates Malkovich getting philosophical, while Siri is ready with an answer! As for the second ad, it shows Siri helping John Malkovich plan a night out, and shows him her funny side. Enjoy both commercials provided below and do not hesitate to have your say about the ads below in the comments.

Simply Fix iMessage Lag Issues

2012-05-24T09:26:00.000+01:00

One of the major features of iOS 5, iMessage is Apple’s texting service allowing users to have free SMS conversations with other iOS device users. However, many users have complained that there is a significant lag in receiving new messages. For example, iPhone 4 user complains that when he sends iMessage to her girlfriend, his iPhone says the message is "delivered", but she never gets them. Then he needs to click the message again and again, and to send it as a regular text to get it delivered. This is really annoying, especially when you get to text someone a lot, isn’t it? However iMessage works relatively fine on other devices that run iOS5…

Unfortunately there is no ideal solution for fixing this lag issue, but there still is one – strange but true, the wrongdoer seems to be iMessage Beta for Mac, released back in February. Those who have faced the problem before claim that after uninstalling iMessage on their Macs the problem has never ever occurred to them. So if you’re the one experiencing the same issues, you can follow the simple instructions provided below to uninstall iMessage Beta for Mac:

From the Messages application menu, choose Uninstall Messages Beta. A dialog will appear, asking you to confirm uninstallation of Messages Beta and reinstallation of iChat. Verify that you wish to do this and restart your Mac when prompted. That’s it.

As we’ve mentioned above, this solution is not the best one, as it disables you to send and receive messages on your Mac. However, this is the only way to fix the iMessage lag issue on your other devices, as iMessage registration validates your Apple ID for use with iMessage.

NASA App For iOS Updated To Version 2.0

2012-05-23T14:11:00.002+01:00

Since the initial release of its iPhone app in 2009, NASA has rolled out the first major redesign, promising to explore the universe in the palm of your hand for FREE! Along with the completely new interface, the updated NASA app now features a new image browser and has the ability to favorite items and bookmark images. News and feature stories section, Featured content section and a Programs section has been added, with the weather forecast included in sighting opportunities.

Filtering sections is made easier with adding "Feeds" button, allowing you to get info on selected feed with a long press feature. The NASA App 2.0 supports printing as well. On top of what’s been already discussed, here is the incomplete list of the updated NASA App features:

• Current NASA mission information;

• Over 155,000 images (and growing everyday);

• Latest news & feature stories;

• On demand NASA Videos from around the agency;

• Live streaming of the NASA TV;

• Third Rock internet streaming radio;

• Launch information & countdown clocks;

• ISS and Earth orbiting satellite trackers;

• Latest tweets from around the agency;

• Facebook Connect and Integrated Twitter client for easy sharing;

The NASA App 2.0 is available in Apple App Store for free and requires iPhone or iPod touch with iOS 5 or later and a Wi-Fi or a cellular network connection to be functional.

iPhone 5 Touch Panels Leaked

2012-05-23T13:17:00.003+01:00

The new iPhone set to be launched in October has become the favorite topic for designers to express their creativity on. With numerous mock ups and concept designs, it seems that we’re somewhat getting closer to the reality - hardware components have been leaked today by a photographer displaying what they say will be final parts of the New iPhone, or iPhone 5, as you wish.

Consisting from several photos, this little gallery shows not only the external appearance, but the interior of the upcoming devices as well.

It definitely seems that iPhone 5 will have a larger screen, but not as large as the rumored one of 4 inches… The device has been shown here to be working with a 3.95-inch display. With the display being undoubtedly larger than those of all previous iPhone models, we should definitely expect iPhone 5 screen to range between 3.95 inches and 4.1 inches.

The upcoming iPhone is said to feature an updated A5X chip inside, similar but not the same to what is present inside the third generation iPad. We can’t say much about the iPhone 5 camera according to the leaked photos, but it’s been said that LED accompaniment in the end is almost inevitable. The images show the classic Home Button, not telling us a whole lot about the next iPhone…

We cannot actually claim these images to be real, as the source decided to stay unidentified, as usual. Anyway it is always exciting to hear a lot more about the most awaited device. Take a closer look of the images provided below by clicking on them and do not hesitate to share your opinion in the comments.

jOBS – One More Biopic Of Steve Jobs To Be Out Soon

2012-05-22T13:50:00.000+01:00

We have previously reported that there were rumors about the movie of Steve’s life, suggesting that two biopics are in works. The first and the confirmed one is being written by Aaron Sorkin in charge of Sony Pictures Entertainment, with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak hired to help reproduce the details … This one is made according the bestselling biography of Steve written by Walter Isaacson .

As for the second movie, it has been in shadow for some time, but recently the official website has gone live, claiming the biopic to be named as “jOBS”, with Ashton Kutcher starring Steve .

"JOBS" is the incredibly powerful and true story of the visionary who set out to change the world, and did. The film chronicles Steve Jobs' transformation of character from the enthusiasm and self-discovery of his youth, to the personal demons that clouded his vision, and finally to the ultimate triumphs of his later life. Steve changed the way we see the world today through his relentless drive, passion, persistence, and the force of his will, and it is through these qualities that we draw inspiration from his life.” – this is what the synopsis of one more upcoming Steve Jobs’s biopic says…

According to the website the Director of “jOBS” is Joshua Michael Stern - is an accomplished director, writer, and producer who both wrote and directed 2008's "Swing Vote" and 2005's "Neverwas". Five Star Feature Films is in charge of movie filming, financing, writing, producing, and creating –in partnership with acclaimed director Joshua Michael Stern and the tremendously talented Ashton Kutcher staring in the title role, as we’ve already mentioned.

However there is no information about the release date of “jOBS”. Some still say that it will be sometime in late fall, well ahead of the Steve’s biopic produced by Sony.

Personalize Siri For The Best Use

2012-05-22T11:55:00.000+01:00

A flagship feature of iPhone 4S – Siri – has often become the topic of discussion since its release last October. Despite the fact that voice assistant still runs in a beta mode, Apple ads claim Siri to be extremely convenient to use. Yes, it is, but needs a bit of “training” to learn accomplishing your commands the way you’d like the best.

For personalizing Siri several stages are to configures, including the basic instructions on how to use Siri to the security issues and a passcode lock.

To start with, here is how to use Siri – you need to press and hold the Home Button until you hear the tone. You’ll then need to wait for a microphone icon to appear and animate after the screen slides up. All you’ll left to do is to clearly speak up your command, or unless you’re not sure what to say, just tap the i button at the right of the word bubble. Seems basic right? But it may not work, unless you turn Siri off from the settings first. This is quite easy – navigate to Settings > General> Siri and switch to the ON position.

However this is not enough for using Siri at your best. Would you like to have an assistant who tries to take charge and doesn’t listen to you? Definitely you wouldn’t. So you need to configure Siri to make it work the way you want it. Navigate to Siri the same way as when enabling it. You’ll notice the language tab – this helps you choose the language closest to your accent or dialect.

You can also tap on Voice Feedback enabling you to choose whether you’d like Siri to work Always or just when you’re connected to a Handsfree device- to help you make a decision, the option is great when you’re traveling by car, as it’s much safer not to occupy your hands while driving.

My Info tab contains your contact information, including the way Siri talks to you, how you’d like it to call you and so on. You can set this tab to your contact card by navigating through your Contact cards and select your own card to use.

If you want Siri to automatically activate whenever you lift up your iPhone, there is an option for that - Turn the Raise to Speak ON and you’ll no longer need to press and hold the Home Button to hear your assistant. To eliminate the security risk for the data on your phone you can protect Siri by a Passcode Lock, ensuring that Siri is not available to intruders when the phone is locked. This is available by navigating to Settings > General > Passcode Lock Tab – you’ll now need to Turn Passcode On and set your code. The switch next to Siri should be turned to the OFF position to disable Siri activation when the phone is locked with a passcode. Logically, is you still want Siri to be enabled even the passcode is on, turn the Siri switch to the ON position.

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The Release Of iOS 5.1.1 Untethered Jailbreak Is “A Matter Of Days”

2012-05-21T15:48:00.000+01:00

Pod2g - Apple iOS Security Research- has publicized amazing news earlier today - his upcoming untethered jailbreak for devices running iOS 5.1.1 is in its final stages! Since the announcement the number of questions started to flow towards the developer’s direction, asking more or less same things… To respond to all the logical questions you may have about the upcoming iOS 5.1.1 Untethered Jailbreak, which is said to be released in couple of days.

Below you’ll be able to find all the official responses by Pod2g to iOS users looking forward to the jailbreak launch. First of all what you need to know is that all devices are covered except for AppleTV3,1, which currently has no path for jailbreaking. More concretely, here is the the list of devices that are known to work for sure:

• iPhone 3Gs

• iPhone 4

• iPhone 4 CDMA

• iPhone 4S

• iPad 1

• iPad 2 Wifi

• iPad 2 GSM

• iPad 2 CDMA

• iPad 3 Wifi

• iPad 3 CDMA

• iPod 3G

As mentioned, we surely know that Apple TV 3 won't be supported, while below you’ll find the list of the devices that are still to be tested (but should work):

• iPad 2 Wifi, R2

• iPad 3 Global

• AppleTV 2

It’s just a matter of time now Absinthe 2.0 iOS 5.1.1 untethered jailbreak to be made available to the public, and judging from the progress of the video provided below, the good news are to be out quite soon! However the developers report that timing is indeterminate. Plans are for this week, but a number of factors can influence the working process. So it seems that in case of everything going as scheduled, those who have not still decided to upgrade or not, will finally make a really rational decision with no uneasy feeling left once upgrading!

Play And Learn With Animals 360!

2012-05-21T09:19:00.000+01:00

With the scarcity of apps that can not only keep children entertained but that can teach them something at the same time, Animals 360 wins our weekly Free App Poll! This free app by YED28 Officina Creativa is ideal for helping you to teach children all about the names of animals and the sounds that they make as well. Animals 360 features four different modes you can select from once you turn the app on: photo, quiz, tour, and puzzle. Below you’ll find the four explained in details:

• The photo mode enables your child to see all sorts of photos of animals from all around the world, including large popular animals like a zebra, and smaller less-popular animals like a woodpecker. And there’s not only one image for each creature, but there are actually three! This is perfect for children who love certain animals and who want to see more of them, and the three photos give you different angles to view the animal from as well.

• If you’re looking for something that is more interactive than the photo mode, Animals 360 features quizzes and puzzles as well: a Quiz mode shows the child four photos of animals and plays an animal sound and then asks to pick which animal matches the sound. The puzzle mode allows children to complete a simple jigsaw puzzle of animals.

• The Tour mode is all about showing what habitats animals live in. Moreover, children can then tap on the animal that they see on the screen in order to hear the sound that the animal makes.

Having said that, Animals 360 is the perfect app for your kids with all the fun sounds, different animals and beautiful photos for FREE! The app is available in the Apple App Store and requires iOS 4.2 or later to be fully functional.

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Slimmest iPhone 5 Concept Ever

2012-05-18T13:12:00.000+01:00

It seems we will not be able to take a glance at the new iPhone before its official launch, so all we have left to do till October is to rely on the talents of designers and concept-dreamers who depict some of the rumored features of iPhone 5 for fan-boys.

The concept we share with you today demonstrates 4G LTE compatible device with the larger Retina display and volume and silent switch controls at the top. This is to enable both edges of the new iPhone to be thinner than ever before. Beguilingly (and, somewhat confusingly), the iPhone 5 sports three detached Retina displays. The main screen in the middle and two narrow rectangular displays at the top and the bottom are in charge of displaying notifications and the network data, multitasking and dock – to be honest this concept seems neither worthwhile, nor innovating…

As for the position of the home button, it is integrated into the bottom strip in the middle of the imaginary dock. Regardless the multiple home button location suggestions, it would not seem quite feasible if it’s placed on the screen. Moreover, a LED-powered edge is also present, suggested to indicate either the battery life or the incoming caller– as preferred. A dedicated app is also said to be available, enabling users to change the colors of the LED-edge accordingly.

Despite the fact that this concept seems to be from the fantasy sphere for us, it did caused a huge buzz in the tech world. Take a look at the handful of images provided below and do not hesitate to express your opinion in the comments.

Steve Wozniak Hired For Sony’s Steve Jobs Biopic

2012-05-18T11:48:00.002+01:00

Intensively rumored and yet confirmed biopic of Steve Jobs has become probably the most discussed topic this week. With Aaron Sorkin, confirmed to be in charge of writing the move Sony has spent $1 million to purchase the rights of, Steve Wozniak is now reported to also be contributing as Apple co-founder (who strangely has turned into a Lumia fanboy recently).

The fact that Woz is going to provide the accurate and credible information that has not been unveiled for so long makes the upcoming movie quite intriguing and unbearably interesting. The report claiming Woz to seem as apt a figure as any to offer guidance to Sorkin, comes straight form Reuters , so it’s unlikely to be another senseless rumor… One more thing to note is that the report also features another motion picture in the making set to star Ashton Kutcher!

"I know so little about what I am going to write. I know what I am not going to write. It can't be a straight ahead biography because it's very difficult to shake the cradle-to-grave structure of a biography, “Sorkin told reporters at a news conference for his upcoming drama "The Newsroom." Despite the inner knowledge of Steve Woz has gained since working along with Jobs in a garage some 35 years ago, he has been hired for his knowledge of "technical aspects of computers", which will presumably equate to authentic information when it comes to mentioning early Macintosh PCs in the movie.

Regardless Woz being hired for assistance, his insight will be a critical element to the direction of the move. Despite the fact that it may seem to be too early to make conclusions, the upcoming Steve’s biopic will definitely be the moving, intriguing story according to the Walter Isaacson’s bestseller biography.

iPhone 5 Details Leak –Screen To Measure At Least 4 Inches

2012-05-17T14:53:00.001+01:00

With Apple being a traditional company, meaning that the launch pattern they set in 2011 with the iPhone 4S will most likely be followed, iPhone 5 is expected to be launched sometime in October. The closer the release date draws, the more inevitable the conjecture around the upcoming device has started to surface.

The report released recently by The Wall Street Journal cites that Apple has started placing orders with the Asian suppliers for the displays that are larger in size than any other Apple smartphone launched so far features. If we look back in 2007, we’ll discover that since the first-ever iPhone model, each and every iPhone literation features the same 3.5-inch (diagonal) display. However this trend is said to be changed with the next iPhone.

The displays Apple is claimed to have ordered are rumored to be around 4-inches. Moreover, Apple is reported to intend to procure their displays from LG Display, Japan Display Inc. and Sharp. With the smartphone market becoming more and more diverse day by day, Apple is likely to be affected by the competition and the evolutionary upgrade of shifting to larger screen will apparently change the market environment.

Anyway, the most important thing is that Apple neither confirmed the information, nor declined – the fruit company has just declined to comment at all…

iOS 6 Device Spotted In Developer’s Logs

2012-05-17T12:18:00.000+01:00

The details about Apple’s upcoming iOS version are extremely scarce, but recently, several websites have reported that app developers have started noticing iDevices that are powered by iOS 6 in usage logs for their apps.

One of such developers has distributed the snapshot and informed the tech-world that users running iOS 6 using its app have been spotted while observing the “iOS6″ string when collecting the OS version from analytics software. However there is no opportunity to trace exactly when the iOS 6 users started appearing, but the developer claims that “it was sometime over the past week.” On the other side, different developers are reporting that they've noticed iOS 6 hits sometime in late April…

If we recall the last year’s events, when Apple released iOS 5 along with its iPhone 4S, the process of next-generation versions of iOS occurred then too, so it’s safe to assume that this means Apple is amidst iOS 6 compatibility testing with higher-profile apps from the App Store. Although it seems we’re still months away till iOS 6 official introduction, it is widely believed that WWDC planned in June will unveil at least the details, if not the total advancements of upgrading to the next version of Apple’s mobile OS.

CONFIRMED: Steve Jobs Biopic Is Being Written By Aaron Sorkin

2012-05-16T14:43:00.003+01:00

With the numerous rumors about Steve Jobs upcoming but unconfirmed biopic, we’ve all been intrigued when and by whom would the movie be made. Now it has been officially confirmed that it is Academy Award-winning The Social Network/The West Wing writer Aaron Sorkin who is in charge of writing the screenplay for a Steve Jobs biopic based on Walter Isaacson‘s best-selling biography.

The notable thing is that Sony is said to have purchased the rights in a $1 million deal made just days after Steve’s passing on in October last year. According to the announcement made today by Amy Pascal, Co-Chairman of Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Doug Belgrad, President of Columbia Pictures, the project is being produced by Mark Gordon, Scott Rudin and Guymon Casady.

Considering the track record of Aaron Sorkin, the movie is supposed to actually be great - regardless the fact that it's still unknown whether we'll see Ashton Kutcher starring or not… However, there are no more details available and the questions like how long the writing process will take, when it will be filmed or who will be starring stay unanswered. But now we know at least single but most important thing – the movie will be filmed, and it will be great!

How To Update To iOS 5.1.1 – Detailed Guide

2012-05-16T09:25:00.001+01:00

The iOS 5.1.1 update has been recently released, but not everyone seems to have received or noticed the popup notification or badge on the Settings app to let them know it was available. However others are waiting for an untethered jailbreak to become available for iOS 5.1.1 and observing if this minor update really improves battery life and performance.

The latest survey indicates that the iOS 5.1.1 is a little better than the previous version when it comes to battery life and performance. For those who have not received or missed the update notification, we’ve provided da detailed guide on how to manually update your iDevice to the latest iOS version.

The first step is to navigate to the Settings app > General > Software Update. You’ll be then presented with all the details about the update, so all you’ve left to do is to tap Download and Install.

You need to now agree to the Terms and Conditions and show a little patience till the progress bar is completed. The speed depends on the quality of your connection. Once the download is complete, you’ll be suggested to install and restart your device – unless you choose Later or Install within a few seconds it will install on your behalf. You need to once more agree to the terms and conditions and Apple will verify the install once the process is completed.

Check the screenshots provided below sequentially, so you’re not disoriented at any moment. Wish you successful update and happy iOS experience!

iPhone 5 Gorgeous Concept – Will It Ever Come True?

2012-05-15T14:18:00.000+01:00

Even if we will never see Apple ever going for it, this new iPhone concept is what seems to be appealing for most of the fans longing to take at least a glance of what the Fruit Company will unveil in October. The fact that we have no chance to see the new iPhone till fall gives us a good few months of rumors, so let’s take advantage of the situation and take a look at the new concept of what the upcoming smartphone may look like.

This iPhone 5 concept demonstrates a handset that is loosely based on the existing iPhone 4S model, but with some creative modifications thrown in for a little fun and imagination not only to the overall design of the device, but to some possible hardware specifications as well. Here are the specs the latest mock up suggests the iPhone 5 will boast:

• A 10-megapixel rear iSight camera along with a 5-megapixel shooter on the front;

• A 4-inch multi-touch display;

• The quad speakers meaning the stereo sound available in both landscape and portrait orientation;

• The headphone socket placed in an unusual way.

Despite the fact that Apple is hardly ever going to make such changes with its smartphones, this concept looks awesome and will definitely be revolutionary if it ever comes true. By then, enjoy the images provided below and do not hesitate to have your say in the comments!

WWDC 2012 Details Leak

2012-05-15T12:20:00.001+01:00

With the announcement of iCloud, a fully-fledged cloud service, Apple considers the importance of constant updates and innovations, and is said to take the wraps off a refreshed iCloud service at this year’s WWDC. The move is also said to be strengthened with the Microsoft and Google’s recently presented cloud-based services- SkyDrive and Google Drive.

The sources familiar with the subjects claim that the advanced iCloud type of service will allow image share and comment ability to users, just like Apple’s favorite Instagram. Moreover, users will also be enabled to synch Videos to iCloud.

The advanced features will be introduced at this year’s world-wide developer conference, commencing on June 11th when Apple usually announces the new and exciting technologies, products and features. This year the Cupertino Company is strongly believed to shed a light on its upcoming iOS 6 and the augmented iCloud service with new, vaguely Instagram-like features.

What iCloud offers now is the ability to store a set of photos, but there is no existing sharing infrastructure prepared for those with an interminable need to share the whole kit and caboodle. It is quite hard not to mention Instagram once more- with all the mess and a war between Android and iOS Instagram users, many iOS customers are quite likely to shift their whole gallery in an upcoming updated iCloud service.

Have you heard any other rumors of what WWDC will bring? If so, do not hesitate to share with us below in the comments.

Ashton Kutcher Captured Dressed Up As Steve Jobs

2012-05-14T14:11:00.004+01:00

Remember we’ve shared the rumors about Steve Jobs upcoming biopic? Nothing was confirmed then, and neither is now... but one thing is clear with no confirmation needed - it’s Ashton Kutcher who will play the world’s most innovative visionary.

Being spotted walking the streets dressed entirely as the man he will be playing in an upcoming movie, Ashton seems to look like almost exactly as Steve Jobs, the former Apple CEO and co-founder who died last year.

The snapshots are apparently taken on Ashton’s way to filming, showing the actor wearing what turned into Steve Jobs’ uniform of a black turtleneck sweater and Steve’s beloved blue denim jeans.

Ashton Kutcher, known for his technology entrepreneurship as well as his acting, is said to be playing Steve Jobs in one of the two movies that are currently being worked on – one by Sony Entertainments, based on Steve Jobs’s biography by Walter Isaacson- bestseller of its genre. Those who’ve read the book claim that it exposed things that not even Jobs’ closest associates will have been aware of at the time, so the movie is going to be quite interesting watch too, indeed. Love him or hate him, you have to confess that Ashton Kutcher will definitely bring a little charm to the role of Steve Jobs, as if it was necessary… By then, have a look at the pictures provided and do not hesitate to express your opinion below in the comments.

Group Your Contacts By iPhone Easy Group

2012-05-14T11:48:00.001+01:00

We’re glad to introduce the next winner of our Free App Poll - iPhone Easy Group! The app lets you group iPhone contacts, as the name hints. Moreover, you are able to simply send one SMS, Text and Email to all group members, as your groups automatically appear into your iPhone Contacts application in an organized way.

Easy Group enables you to select group members preferred phone numbers and email address. You are also allowed to change group names from the default – family, friends and colleagues to more personal ones. The app is quite convenient when you plan a party or organize a group meeting, as it enables you to easily get in touch with the target group of contacts and not miss anyone. To get a closer look at how the app works, check out the video guide provided below:

The current iPhone Easy Group version 2.3 includes the improved graphical interface, meaning that when a new group member has multiple emails/phones, you’re allowed to just tap on the entries you want to use for group messaging.

iPhone Easy Group is available in the Apple App Store for free. The app is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad and requires iOS 4.2 or later to be fully functional.

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iOS 6 To Ditch Google Maps, To Use 3D Technology Instead

2012-05-11T14:57:00.001+01:00

The recent reports claim that Apple will drop Google Maps in iOS6 and use cleaner, faster and more reliable in-house apps instead. If we take a retrospective look at Apple’s history, the company has started working on improving its mapping software since it bought Placeware in 2009. This purchase was followed by an Poly9 acquisition, the company that specializes in 3D mapping solutions. Moreover, Apple has also purchased C3 - also providing 3D mapping technology in 2011 and absorbed the principals of the company.

The multiple “previously trusted” sources cite that Apple’s purchases of Placebase, C3 Technologies, and Poly9 obviously hint that the Cupertino-based company is set to create its own complete mapping database and no longer contribute to creating additional source of income for its head-to-head competitor- Google.

Additionally, the new feature is said to also sport a non-standard 3D mode, meaning that users will need to select and click on a button to enable it. The report reads: “3D mode is said to essentially be technology straight from C3 Technologies: beautiful, realistic graphics based on de-classified missile target algorithms.”

With the previous experience, when Apple bought Siri in 2010 and add voice-recognition functionality to iOS powering its iPhone 4S, the rumors seem to be quite relevant. All we’ve left to do is to keep tracing the updates and not miss the World Wide Developers Conference held in mid-June this year, when Apple is believed to unveil its iOS 6 we all long for so much.

Apple’s Evolution- Chronological Sequence Of Amazing Mobile Products

2012-05-11T12:48:00.000+01:00

The Music Event of Apple, that took part on October 23rd, 2001, was dedicated to unveiling a unique product of the whole decade- an iPod! Bringing 1000 songs in your pocket, the first iPod was a boxy, white plastic-and-stainless steel gadget. The product came with a price tag as high as $399 for 5 GB of capacity and offered surprising 20 minutes of anti-skip technology. Below you’ll find the video of the official introduction of the first iPod, with Steve Jobs' mannerisms, the fact that he refers to Apple as 'we' and just the way he...DID things:

Many things have changed since then…A year later iPod 2G was introduced, compatible with Windows too, then iPod 3G came up in 2003, followed by iPod mini and color iPods in 2004. Then came iPod Shuffle, fabulous iPod Nano and a video iPod in 2005. This regular update process created a need for better and better products, and in 2006 at Macworld in San Francisco Apple finally introduced its best version of iPod, which was not an iPod at all- it was the first phone by Apple – an iPhone! The widescreen, touch-controlled iPhone was the first iPod (with a screen) lacking a scroll wheel, but had a new series of groundbreaking touch controls, plus "swiping" through menus.

Sometime later, in 2007, iPod touch, 'Fat nano' was introduced, basically, an iPhone without the phone features which was shorter and wider than previous models, offering a color screen for video. Despite the new product, one more announcement was made- Apple suggested $200 price cuts to the iPhone, which infuriated early adopters. However, this compromised the iPod Touch price, which was quite high, but there has always been a wide assortment of iPod Touch deals available, enabling users to find the flexible payment methods and schedules that completely meet their budget and plans….

2010 appeared to be quite busy for Apple, as the company announced and shipped its iPad tablet -- a big success so far -- and its newest iPhone, which represented a significant upgrade over the previous models. The following year brought more and more updates and enhancements; and what we’ve got now is an iPhone 4S, multiple iPod types for satisfying each and every need of even the most capricious customer, the new iPad and even more to come!

As a conclusion, we should emphasize the role of Apple in the US and the whole world economy and welfare, As the amazing evolution of its products has not only benefited the end buyers and the Cupertino-based company itself, but has created the amazing capabilities for third-party developers to sell their software and apps, and the creative manufacturers who contribute to producing the accessories to Apple products, such as iPhone protective case, iPod docking station , iPad smart covers and many more….

New iPhone Liquid-Metal Concept Declined, Larger Screen And Smaller Dock Connector To Come Instead

2012-05-10T14:09:00.001+01:00

Contrary with all the previous iPhone 5 concept designs we’ve seen so far, including the rumors about 3D camera and display, and a popular liquid-metal concept, the recently emerged rumors suggest the next iPhone to follow the conventional form factor seen its predecessors- the iPhone 4 and 4S. This concept is strengthened with an argument that iPhone will find it easier to compete with Android with a larger screen.

The rumors suggest that the device, which nobody seems sure what will be called, is reckoned to finally be breaking the small-screen mold and seems those using the Apples next smartphone will have more screen real estate to play with. Despite being more conservative, the new iPhone is also said to be be longer and thinner than the iPhone 4S, with the measurement guesstimation of 125mm x 58.5mm x 7.4mm – meaning that the new device will be full 10mm longer than the current flagship 4S, as well as 2mm svelte.

Importantly to the third-party app developers, the aspect ratio will also be changing as the pixels will be added to the top and the bottom of the current display. However the width will stay the same, but it still is a trouble for those who need to produce titles in different resolutions to support old and new.

As for the smaller dock connector, expected to debut with a new iPhone, it’s said to be around half the size of the current one while also containing fewer pins…With all the Apple devices we’ve seen so far using a larger connector, the iPhone 5 and all the subsequent iDevices are said to be switching on a more compact one, just like micro Sims that save on internal space. Check out the images and do not hesitate to express your opinion on how credible this latest rumor seems to you.

The New iPhone Coming In September, iPad Mini In August

2012-05-09T14:57:00.002+01:00

Multiple trusted sources have come up with the exciting news today – the reports claim that Apple will launch a sixth-generation iPhone in September, followed by the long-rumored seven-inch iPad mini in August and a fourth-generation iPad in Q4 2012.

The iPad Mini is sad to be hitting the lower-end tablet segment, yet dominated by Amazon’s $199 Kindle Fire, while the sixth-generation iPhone is currently in works and will be hitting the high-end part of the smartphone market. According to the reports, Pegatron has reportedly landed orders for the sixth-generation iPhone, instead of the previously shared belief that Foxconn was in charge of iPhone 5 manufacturing. Both being Apple’s favorite contract manufacturers, Foxconn will now manufacture a seven-inch iPad.

The rumors say Pegatron has also internally decided to downsize its SI motherboard department and to shift resources to Apple’s orders, while Foxconn is set to open 10,000 square meter state-of-the-art China headquarters in Shanghai scheduled for 2015, together with a R&D and sales centers…

No matter how exciting the rumors should sound, we advise you to take each and every information skeptically, as the imagination and creativity of iPhone 5 fans and mock up designers have gone beyond any imaginable border.