One of the new additions coming to iOS with iOS 8 this fall is a Tips application. This application will show users different tips for their device and notify them when new ones become available. While not necessarily useful for iOS power users, it will be valuable for those that are not tech-savvy and could use a way to learn new functionality for...
Over the years, I've collected a lot of different tech gadgets and accessories and I'm sure many of you have as well. If you're like me, you find it hard to part with some of these old gadgets. I've never been able to pinpoint why I'm such a hoarder when it comes to gadgets, but it may be due in part to the fact that I'm a self-confessed tech...
AgileBits recently uploaded a video (seen above) to their Vimeo account, showing off a new App Extension in the works for its popular password management app 1Password. For those who are unaware, iOS 8 introduces new API's that allow developers to easily communicate with other apps through the use of App Extensions via the Share Sheet. What this...
Thanks to carrier subsidies, many people have come into a new iPhone with the mindset that they will replace it in two years. This isn't true for everyone, as some people either need want the latest and greatest as soon as it comes out, or have enough extra cash to afford buying a new device every year. However, when it comes to iPads, people use...
In a brief hiatus from tech blogging, forced upon me as I moved house, I've taken a good deal of time to think about the nature of Apple's product launches, and how our community engages with new products before they're released. I'm essentially talking about the countless leaks and rumors we receive every day, documenting the next iPhone's form factor, its...
Apple is set to purchase talk radio app Swell for around $30 million, according to a report by Re/code. The purchase of the personalized news radio app, described as "Pandora-for-talk-radio", will provide Apple with technology and talent, with most of the Swell team expected to join Apple after the deal closes. The Swell app, which has a simple user...
I love the thin and light design of the iPhone and, personally, I am generally averse to cases that spoil the beauty of the product within. Booq knows this and has attempted to make a case that does not diminish the good looks of your iPhone — and succeeded. Made up of two parts, the Booq Glass+Case consists of a thin, polycarbonate clip-on case...
A lot of things have been said about iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite "proving" that Apple is on the path to merging the two systems into one, overarching system that will eventually run on both of the platforms (a la Microsoft Windows). Well, that couldn't be further from the truth. Sure, the visual language of OS X was shaped by iOS 7 with its gradients and...
When you are on-the-go all the time, it's convenient to have tech gadgets that will make traveling easier. There are a lot of great travel tech accessories out there, but over the past few months, I have gathered up some of my favorite gadgets and thought I would share them with you guys. Some of these items you have probably heard of before, but some of...
We've all seen leaked images and videos showing off prototype dummies and physical mockups of Apple's next big hit. We've even seen a torture test of the sapphire crystal glass display. But we're yet to see a device actually power on and work. And while this video isn't an actual iPhone, it's the closest thing we're going to get to a working iPhone 6...
Whenever there are widespread rumors regarding any Apple product, you can count on one thing: Jimmy Kimmel will try and convince the poor, unsuspecting public that he has one and shows it off, asking their thoughts in the process. So when the "iTime" patent was publicized earlier this week, it was the perfect fuel for Kimmel's fire. He sent a Casio...
Earlier today, Apple made the beta version of its new Mac operating system available to the public. Yosemite was only available for a few hours when it quickly became apparent that the code redemption system wasn't working for everyone. If you've been having issues installing it, you'll be glad to know there is a pretty easy fix for the problem. As...
During todays fiscal third quarter earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed that the Cupertino company has acquired 29 companies since fiscal 2013 (not including its huge purchase of Beats). Five of the purchases were said to have been purchased since the end of the March quarter. While some of the companies purchased are known, many remain...
According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Apple is preparing for its biggest iPhone launch ever ahead of a fall unveiling of the iPhone 6. Supply chain sources "familiar with the matter" are stating that iPhone manufacturers are preparing to supply 70-80 million iPhone 6 units, including rumored 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch form factors, by the end of...
As predicted by the rumor mill, Apple has released its next update to the iOS 8 beta two weeks after beta 3. In addition to fixing several bugs, Apple has made some noticeable updates to its latest edition of the iOS 8 beta. Control Center In iOS 8 beta 4, Control Center has a new look. Partitions of Control Center and their buttons no longer have...
At WWDC, Apple said that it will release a public beta of Yosemite sometime this summer, which will mark the first time Apple has released a public beta of a new OS X version in over a decade. Apple is planning to release the OS X Yosemite public beta later this month, according to 9to5Mac's sources. Apple released a Developer Preview of Yosemite...
As rumored, Apple has today seeded the 4th developer beta of iOS 8. The release comes exactly 2 weeks following beta 3, and is available now to registered developers via an over-the-air update by heading to Settings-> General-> Software Update, and should also be available now via the Apple Developer website. As always, the beta includes many bug...
Remember that video of renowned YouTuber Marques Brownlee (aka MKBHD) taking a knife to what he stated was a genuine iPhone 6 sapphire display cover? In that video, the display part held up well to a ton of bending and scratching from Marques making the display look pretty darn durable. Now, Mr Brownlee is back with a new video, above, explaining...
The iPhone 6 rumors have been coming thick and fast recently. There are so many, it's sometimes hard to discern which are likely to become reality and which are pie in the sky ideas. Serial leakers Nowhereelse.fr have put together a beautiful info graphic to help you spot the most common rumors from sites around the world about the next-gneration...
Google is known for making a lot of apps, but recently that the company has been churning out updates - and even new apps - faster than ever for its iOS users. YouTube Creator Studio and AdWords Express are two of the new apps, with that list growing by one today as Analytics has launched not he App Store. For those that don't know what Google Analytics...
It probably comes as no surprise that the next iPhone will purportedly ship with a higher capacity battery than the current models. After all, if a phone's going to get a bigger display and more powerful processor, it stands to reason that it'll need a better battery. And with Apple almost certainly jumping from 4.0-inches to 4.7-inches diagonally, the...
iPhone 5s Touch ID component (top) and purported iPhone 6 Touch ID component (bottom) New photos purport to show the Touch ID component said to be from the upcoming iPhone 6, according to Nowhereelse.fr. The component is very similar to the Touch ID sensor found in the current iPhone 5s, as seen in the image above, but features relocated screw holes...
Rumors keep circulating about the next iPhone. Will the screen be larger? Will one new model be delayed? Will it have a sapphire screen? Is it even coming? Apparently, according to screenshots attained from LoadTheGame.com, Amazon thinks that it is. The next iPhone? The iPhone 6 was supposedly posted to Amazon's Japanese store. While it has since...
The US Patent & Trademark Office has refused Apple's trademark application for "Touch ID", reports Patently Apple. The decision, which was made in May but has only now been made public, is because another company owns a trademark for "Kronos Touch ID" and the likelihood of confusion given the similarity in naming and technology involved. From the...
Earlier, we read a report claiming that a supposed 5.5-inch version of Apple's next iPhone wasn't going to be ready until next year. My issue with any 5.5-inch iPhone rumor is that I don't believe Apple's going to release one at all. At least not this year. So it's not delayed - in my belief - it's not planned. And component leaks would almost confirm...
If you have been having issues with iCloud Mail for a while now, it seems that you may not be alone. According to Apple's iCloud status site, iCloud Mail has been down for a little over 17 hours now for "0.1%" of users. iCloud Mail "may be unable to receive mail" on any device connected to an affected iCloud account, such as an iPhone, iPad, or even the web...
A report from MacRumors quotes a respected analyst, stating that Apple might not launch a 5.5-inch iPhone 6 this year. Apple's manufacturing partners are allegedly struggling with producing enough of the 4.7-inch models: Production bottlenecks on 4.7-inch iPhone 6 center on the yield rate of in-cell touch panel and metal casing. As in-cell touch panel...
Apple has released a statement on its Chinese website titled "Your Location Privacy", following claims made by Chinese State media that the iPhone is a threat to national security. State controlled Chinese Central Television hit out at the iPhone's "Frequent Location" function. This feature allows the iPhone to quickly determine a users whereabouts with...
Ever since Apple removed Google as its stock Maps app supplier a couple of years back, Google's own, native maps app on the App Store has gone from strength to strength. The latest update, version 3.2.0, seeks to improve search and bring contextual information to your map, making it more useful and essential to your daily life. Now, when searching...
Rumors floating around the web today predict that Apple's upcoming iPhone - commonly known as iPhone 6 - is going to be the first smartphone in the company's portfolio to use a 2GHz processor. Currently, the iPhone 5s has a dual-core CPU clocked at around 1.3GHz. On the downside for spec-junkies, it's expected that Apple will continue to opt for a...
A note to investores issued by KGI Securities has today warned that the production of the iWatch may be delayed until November. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo initially estimated that the product would begin production in September, however he has now changed his estimates, claiming that the project may be a much more complex product to produce. His report claims...
Wunderlist has long been one of the few popular apps that still hasn't been given a proper redesign since the release of iOS 7 and the new design language that came with it. Well, thankfully, that is all about to change; and it looks awesome. The video above is the video that Wunderlist put up announcing that Wunderlist 3, the all new, rethought version of...
After several months of ongoing building work and highly informed speculation, Apple's Princes St store in Edinburgh, Scotland has finally been officially confirmed. This morning at 7am, Apple's distinctive logo, set against a polka-dot background was unveiled on the exterior wall of the site, which remains under construction. Whilst the project has been...
Apple has today lost a court case against a Chinese company's Zhizhen voice recognition patent, in a development that could threaten the sale of all Siri-enabled devices in the country. The Chinese company has created an iOS and Android personal assistant app very similar to Siri, called Xiao i Robot. Xiao i Robot was created back in 2003, working as a...
Apple is known for making high quality products that can be useful for years, long after their initial release. Their iPad line is no exception. Even iPads produced in 2011 or 2012 are still good devices, especially for those that don't need to have the very newest gadget. Now, Apple is offering a great deal for anyone interested in an older...
Find My iPhone as it is now, using Google Maps Those with access to the iCloud Beta site will notice something new when using the "Find My iPhone" feature. While Apple has used Google's mapping service for their websites in the past, Apple is testing their own maps on the web in iCloud Beta. The new maps are simpler than Google's offering. With that...
In-ear headphones can be an absolute pain in the you-know-what. In fact, I tend not to wear them at all. Silicone tipped ones generally either fit so tight they push all the air out of your ears, or just slip out constantly. Memory foam is a great alternative to silicone, but they get grubby fairly quickly and they're not easy to clean either. The...
Apple has today seeded the third beta of iOS 8 to registered developers. The update comes one day before the rumored release of the 3rd beta and is available to Download and Install for registered developers now via an OTA update. As per usual, the update should include many bug fixes. Stay tuned to Today's iPhone for more information on what's new in...
French brand SuperTooth is well known for its impressive range of BlueTooth speakers and headphones (we’ve been a fan of the company since taking a look at last year’s Disco Twin and the recent Freedom over-ear headphones). Now, our attention shifts to SuperTooth’s latest offering in the Disco lineup: the D4. SuperTooth D4 is a portable...
Foxconn is preparing to enhance its assembly process with a new line of robots, according to the iPhone manufacturer's president and CEO Terry Gou. Dubbed "Foxbots", the new robots are in the final stages of testing and could be deployed in at least one major Foxconn factory in the near future, with lines dedicated to the production of Apple devices getting...
In the next few months leading up to the release of the iPhone 6, we will likely see many different concepts of what the iPhone 6 could potentially look like. Thomas Moyano and Nicholas Aichino have based their representation of what the device will look like on the latest rumors and leaks that have been surfacing. This iPhone 6 concept is shown in...
Apple has reportedly hired one of LVMH's sales directors. The conglomerate owns companies such as Louis Vitton, Hennessey and other, well-known luxury brands has lost the director in charge of sales for its Tag Heuer division. Jean-Claude Biver, an executive at the company's watch brands, told CNBC that a Tag Heuer director left to join Apple. It's...
Yesterday, surveillance and security checks at airports were heightened following an American intelligence warning against terror attacks on US-bound flights across the globe. Amidst fears of highly sophisticated explosive technology that could subvert existing security measures, bombmakers operating under the AQAP label (al-Qaeda in the Arabian...
A while back I checked out one of the most attractive, and unique fitness trackers on the market. The Misfit Shine, unlike other trackers, doesn't have to be worn around the wrist. It comes with a magnetic attachment to clip it on to your shirt, swimming gear or running shoes. You can also buy wrist bands (classy leather, or sporty rubber) as well as a...
A questionable new report from China.com claims that Apple will begin sales of its next-generation iPhone 6 on September 25 according to "inside sources", with China being one of the first wave of countries to be able to purchase the device. The report also states that the rumored, larger 5.5-inch iPhone will be dubbed the 'iPhone Air'. Further, the...
Following images surfacing earlier this week of what is said to be the 4.7-inch iPhone 6's front panel, Chinese blog iFanr claims to have gotten ahold of one of these parts and is showing it off in the video above. The front panel, shown to be for the black version of the device, has a visibly thinner bezel and rounded edges, consistent with previous...
We've seen quite a few leaks of what the rumored iPhone 6 may look like over the past few months. Many of these leaks have come in the form of low quality mockups and part leaks. Designer Mark Pelin has taken it upon himself to create digital renders based off of these leaks, giving us a better idea of what the iPhone could actually look like. The...
Over the weekend, US retail giant Wal-mart cut the prices of both the iPhone 5s and the 5c. The 16GB base models both received significant price reductions, so the iPhone 5s will now only set you back $99 when bought with a two year contract. Likewise, the iPhone 5c will now only cost $29 for the 16GB version, again when bought with a two year contract...
Just a few months back I had the privilege of reviewing V-Moda's stunning M-100 Crossfade headphones. The large, over-ear headphones produced incredible sound, unmatched build quality and stunning design. So when I got the chance to review the newer, smaller XS, I jumped at the chance. I love them so much, I don't even use the M-100 anymore. Like its...
Over the past few weeks and months, we've seen tons of leaked dummy models of the iPhone 6, as well as a back panel that claimed to be the real deal, as well as the front display panel. But, until today, we hadn't seen any of the usual leaked components from inside the device. In years gone by, late spring is the usual time to start catching glimpses of the...
