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Apple to Show Its 'Smart Home' Platform at WWDC
According to what people familiar with the matter say, Apple may launch a new software platform called “Smart Home” at the Worldwide Developers Conference, which kicks off next week. The new system will allow iPhone users to control their home security system, lights etc. directly from their smartphone.
Leave a commentApple Was Granted Patent for Embedding Displays in Bezels Made out of LiquidMetal Alloy
Apple on Tuesday was granted a patent for "Methods and systems for integrally trapping a glass insert in a metal bezel". The document describes a method of joining iPhone’s glass with a bezel made of a new kind of metal alloy. In our particular case, the alloy is called LiquidMetal.
Apple Testing Macs with ARM Processors Inside?
According to the latest rumors, the guys from Cupertino are currently working on ARM processors for Macs. Moreover, some insiders claim that Apple has already come up with a bunch of prototypes, including ARM-based MacBook, iMac and Mac mini.
New 'Your Verse' Ads - Videos
Apple has recently posted two new "Your Verse" iPad Air ads. The first one tells us about the composer and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen, who created an iPad app called The Orchestra, which helps him in creating and editing music. The second is about Cherie King, who is a travelling writer and who is unable to hear. She uses her iPad as a navigator.
Both videos are available below. You may take a look at them at the end of this post.
Mac Pro Ship Times Improve to 3-5 Business Days
Good news for all those who plan to buy a new Mac Pro. For the first time since its debut in December, the ship times have fallen to 3-5 business days. What this means is that if you purchase a completely redesigned Mac Pro now, it will be shipped to you in less than one week, not a month as it was earlier. Looks like the guys from Cupertino managed to overcome the manufacturing difficulties and now are working as were supposed to.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
The week has nearly come to an end, so looks like it’s time for me to tell you about the most interesting posts of the past seven days. Let’s start.
Apple Wants to Ban Sales of Old and New Samsung Devices
According to the latest rumors, the guys from Cupertino are planning to get a permanent injunction against Samsung devices, which infringe on their patents. What is interesting is that Apple wants to ban sales not only of the existing devices, but also of those gadgets that will be released in future.
Beats Electronics Acquisition May Be Delayed - Rumor
Yesterday I told you that the deal between Apple and Beats Electronics was nearly signed. Well, as it turns out, I was wrong. According to the new report from Billboard, which appeared on the Internet today, there're several reasons for the negotiations to go on.
iTunes Radio to Debut in the Netherlands Soon?
According to the latest rumors, the guys from Cupertino are currently planning to expand their iTunes Radio to the Netherlands. Well, at least this is what one Dutch user has recently discovered.
Leaked Images Show iPhone 6 LCD Backlight?
So far, we have seen a number of iPhone 6 mockups, leaked images showing front and back panels of the device, battery and other parts of the would-be handset.
A new interesting photo appeared on the Internet on Friday. What we can see on it is an iPhone 6 backlight panel. Take a look.
Mold for Production of iPhone 6 Cases [Photos]
A bunch of photos showing something very similar to the production mold used by iPhone 6 case manufacturers have been recently spotted on the Internet. Although there's no confirmation from trusted sources, the photos seem to be legitimate. You may take a look at them below.
New Rumors About Beats Acquisition Appear Online
According to the people familiar with the matter, the deal between Apple and Beats Electronics will be signed in a couple of days. However, the sources claim that for some unknown reason the talks between two industry giants have been close to falling apart.
Cyberelevat0r: Untethered Jailbreak for iOS 7.1.1 [Video]
Good news for all jailbreakers: i0n1c has just posted a video showing his new utility for untethered jailbreak of iOS 7.1.1. It is called Cyberelevat0r and according to its creator, to jailbreak iOS 7.1.1 it uses a recently discovered kernel bug. Nobody knows for sure if the hacker plans to release Cyberelevat0r to public or not. Anyway, let’s take a look at how it works.
As noted by reporters,
The jailbreak, which has not yet been released, is unique in that it uses a kernel bug which is hidden inside functionality that can be easily reached, even from within the iOS application sandbox.
I honestly hope that i0n1c will release its untethered jailbreak of iOS 7.1.1. However, I don’t think that the release will take place before the release of Apple’s iOS 8. You see, the hackers need to make sure that the bug used for jailbreak remains unpatched.
Apple is expected to announce its iOS 8 at the annual Worldwide Developers Conference, which is set to take place in June. The jailbreak may be released after the conference.
Apple to Release iOS 7.1.2 Soon?
As you probably know, Apple is expected to unveil its iOS 8 at Worldwide Developers Conference, which starts in June. Many experts believed that iOS 7.1.1 will become the last version before the release of iOS 8. As it turns out, the experts were wrong.
Helius: Tweak for iPhone and iPod touch
A new tweak called Helius has recently appeared on Cydia Store. It allows to change the screen media controls on your iPhone or iPod touch. If you like listening to music on your smartphone or player, the tweak is surely what you need.
