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Google Releases Chromecast App for iOS

Tuesday August 27, 2013 6:33 am PDT by
Google has released its official Chromecast app for iOS today, allowing Apple mobile devices to officially control the HDMI accessory. The app allows for functionality such as managing Chromecast settings for changing the name, password, and settings of the device, as well as allowing setup of the Chromecast through an iOS device. The app also allows users to stream content from iOS apps,...
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EA Sports Releases Free-To-Play Madden NFL 25 for iOS

Tuesday August 27, 2013 6:16 am PDT by
EA Sports has released Madden NFL 25 for iOS, the newest iteration in its popular sports franchise. The release marks the first time the game is free to play, along with offering in-app purchases for use with Madden’s Ultimate Team feature which allows the user to collect player cards and use them in game. The game also features all 32 NFL teams and solo challenges, as well as new touch...
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NTT DoCoMo CEO Cites 'Compelling Reasons' to Reach Long-Elusive iPhone Deal with Apple in Japan

Monday August 26, 2013 6:53 am PDT by
Kazuto Tsubouchi, CEO of Japan’s biggest wireless carrier NTT DoCoMo, said Monday in an interview with Japanese business magazine Sankeibiz [Google Translate] (via Bloomberg) that there are “compelling reasons” for Apple and the wireless carrier to reach an agreement to sell the iPhone. The carrier, which has never sold Apple’s mobile device before, saw its stock price surge after the...
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Photos of Alleged 'Graphite' iPhone 5S Rear Shell and Parts Surface

Monday August 26, 2013 6:26 am PDT by
Sonny Dickson has posted new photos showing alleged parts from a "graphite" colored iPhone 5S, which could be a fourth color choice for the phone in addition to the expected black and white choices, as well as the all but confirmed "champagne" color option. The photos show the device from numerous angles with the back, front, and screen housing assembled, and also show it next to the champagne...
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'BioShock' and 'BioShock 2' for Mac on Sale for $9.99 Until September 3

Sunday August 25, 2013 8:53 pm PDT by
The first two games in 2K Games’ popular series BioShock are currently on sale until September 3rd in the Mac App Store for $9.99, down from their usual standard price of $19.99. The discounts come before its sequel, BioShock Infinite, is set to be released on the Mac on August 29. BioShock was originally released for the Mac in October 2009 and was added to the Mac App Store in January 2011...
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1Password 4 Detailed for Mac, Adds iCloud Syncing, Encrypted Messaging and Custom Fields

Saturday August 24, 2013 10:11 am PDT by
AgileBits has released new details on 1Password 4 (via Macworld), the next major update to its popular password managing software 1Password. The forthcoming update, which follows the 1Password 4 update for iOS earlier this year, includes features such as iCloud syncing, the ability to tag items as favorites, and support for multiple accounts on a single website. New options and fields such as...
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Expansive Photo Gallery Highlights Numerous Alleged iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C Parts

Friday August 23, 2013 8:31 am PDT by
Sonny Dickson has posted a new gallery of nearly 70 photos showing parts allegedly from Apple's upcoming iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C. While many of the parts and even some of the individual photos have been seen previously, the gallery provides a good look at the various parts apparently making their way out of Apple's supply chain. The photos include rear shells of both new iPhone models at...
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Shrinking iPhone Market Share in China Driving Case Makers Toward Apple Rivals

Friday August 23, 2013 8:18 am PDT by
According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple’s falling market share in China is prompting local electronics accessory makers to give more attention to phones and tablets made by rival Samsung among other electronics manufacturers. Specifically, the report cites competitive, feature-rich products from the likes of Samsung as well as various cheap phones by other mobile handset makers. A shift to...
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Pebble Smartwatch for iOS Adds Proper Email Push Notifications, Fixes iCloud Support

Friday August 23, 2013 7:38 am PDT by
The Pebble smart watch has received an official update to its iOS app, bringing proper push notifications for emails and fixing compatibility for AOL and iCloud email accounts. Official support for email notifications had been introduced earlier this month, but with access limited to fetching on 15-minute intervals. The app officially launched alongside the smart watch in January, with the...
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iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C to Launch in China on November 28?

Friday August 23, 2013 6:44 am PDT by
Apple is rumored to launch the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C in China on November 28th for 5,599 yuan ($914.69) and 3,399 yuan ($555.23) respectively, according to a report from Chinese news outlet First Financial Daily [Google Translate] (via CNET). The report cites telecommunications analyst Yang Tao, and states that the phone would be released later in China than the rumored global launch because of ...
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iMac Discounts and Stock Shortages at Third-Party Retailers Hint at Approaching Haswell Update

Friday August 23, 2013 6:29 am PDT by
Major third-party Mac retailers such as B&H and Amazon have begun offering discounts on various iMac configurations in recent days as Apple may be beginning to slow shipments of the computer in advance of a refresh featuring Intel’s Haswell processors, reports AppleInsider. The company seems to be slowing the flow of iMac units coming into its various sales channels as the next-generation iMac...
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Apple Opens iWork for iCloud Beta to All Users

Friday August 23, 2013 6:08 am PDT by
After sending beta invites to a number of users in recent weeks, Apple has apparently decided to open the iWork for iCloud beta to all registered users with an Apple ID. The beta, which can be accessed through the standard iCloud login page, contains full access to in-browser versions of Apple’s iWork software suite, including Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, in addition to existing iCloud...
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Refreshed MacBook Pros with Haswell Chips Coming in September?

Thursday August 22, 2013 8:53 am PDT by
Japanese website EMSOne [Google translation] (via Mac Otakara) summarizes a report from Taiwan's Want Daily claiming that Apple will launch the next-generation MacBook Pro with Intel’s latest Haswell processors in September of this year. The original report, which cites Taiwanese-based supply chain sources, does not appear to be available online, but the brief summary from EMSOne indicates that...
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iOS Gameplay Capture Platform Kamcord Secures Over $1 Million in Funding, Announces Community Features

Thursday August 22, 2013 7:35 am PDT by
iOS gameplay capture platform Kamcord has announced it has secured over $1 million in funding and is introducing new features for users such as a community website to browse videos on the service and a new UI for developers allowing them to upload playlists and share videos, reports 9to5Mac. Other new features such as likes, comments, and user profiles on the service’s website will begin to...
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'Asphalt 8: Airborne' Launches for iOS with New Physics Engine, More Cars

Thursday August 22, 2013 7:01 am PDT by
Asphalt 8: Airborne, the newest addition to the popular iOS racing game series, has been released today with universal compatibility for both the iPhone and iPad. The game features a brand new physics engine and includes 47 selectable cars with 37 new cars making an appearance. The game also places an emphasis on verticality with ramps and air stunts, and contains nine different locations for...
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High-Quality Photos of 'Champagne' iPhone 5S Rear Shell Surface

Thursday August 22, 2013 6:27 am PDT by
Japanese website ASCII.JP [Google translation] has posted new photos allegedly showing the highly-rumored gold color configuration for the iPhone 5S, comparing the device’s casing to the traditional color options of the iPhone as well as offering a solo photo from the device’s rear. The color of the device appears to be in line with previous reports that stated that the device would have a...
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Users Experiencing Extended iMessage, iCloud Service Outages [Update: Restored]

Thursday August 22, 2013 6:11 am PDT by
Apple’s official Services, Stores, and iCloud status page is reporting that multiple services are experiencing an outage that is affecting “less than 1% of users”. Among the services down are iMessage, Photo Stream, and Documents in the Cloud, and according to Apple the services have been out for over eight hours now.Multiple Services - Less than 1% of users are affectedUsers may be unable to ...
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Facebook Updates Pages Manager for iOS with Multiple Photo Uploads, Improved Insights

Thursday August 22, 2013 6:01 am PDT by
Facebook’s Pages Manager app, which allows users to control and connect with their audience and analyze activity on multiple Facebook Pages, has been updated today, adding new features such as uploading multiple photos for a single post as well as improved analytical insights for page management. The update also brings the ability to edit page admins from a mobile device, as well as the ability...
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Yahoo Sports for iOS Adds Full MMA Coverage, Refined Scoring Summaries for Football Games

Wednesday August 21, 2013 6:06 am PDT by
Yahoo has officially updated its Yahoo! Sports app for iOS, adding a host of new features such as full coverage for Mixed Martial Arts organizations, as well as scores, news, and standings for the WNBA and a refined look with full, updated scoring summaries and extended details for football games. The app also brings fixes to external article rendering, as well as a refined view for football...
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'Dungeons & Dragons: Arena of War' Coming to iOS Later This Month, Offering Exclusive Character Upgrade

Tuesday August 20, 2013 7:40 am PDT by
Hasbro and mobile game developer DeNA/Mobage are bringing popular fantasy role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons to mobile platforms with the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons: Arena of War later this month. The game will be free-to-play and is accepting early registrations at its official website, with an exclusive character upgrade available upon sign-up. Arena of War, the first free-to-play...