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Untethered Jailbreak for CDMA iPhone 4 Running iOS 5.1 is Here!
Good new for all those who use an iPhone 4 CDMA with iOS 5.1 on board - there’s an untethered jailbreak for this device. For more details - read the rest of the article below and watch a video.
Google Drive for iOS Got the Update
Google Drive for iOS was updated to a version 1.5.0 yesterday. Those who use Google cloud service can now download the application from the App Store for free.
Media sharing with on-hold callers
Everyone knows that being on hold is quite often and it is not always a pleasant experience. You can be entertained by music, ads or just hear nothing and enjoy the silence. Apple guesses that it is a much better idea to look through photos from the recipient or listen to your favorite music.
On Tuesday Apple obtained a patent which enables the company to replace the usual on-hold message with content you want to share with people who are calling you. The patent describes how the system works - the way you open the menu, chose the options and send them to the recipient until you can answer the call.
Vanity Fair in your iPhone
The Vanity Fair app for iPhone has recently been updated.
Having Vanity Fair installed on your iPhone will enable you to enjoy high-profile interviews, breathtaking photography and thought-provoking subjects. With the help of interactive graphics, galleries, and video the app has been redesigned to look like a real print glossy magazine.
You can subscribe now from a complete access. And if you can already boast a print subscription, the online app version is free - just download it and enter your subscription information. You can also buy single issues.
iPhone 5S rumored fingerprint sensor
Apple has recently published a patent which describes that the rumored fingerprint sensor for the iPhone 5S will be built into the screen. It was suggested before that the sensor would be inserted in the Home button.
iPhone 5S has been long rumored to have a fingerprint sensor, the latter being a distinguishing feature from the previous models. In the new model the fingerprint sensor will be used to verify purchases and to unlock the device. It will certainly be a breakthrough technology. However, it essential to say that Apple is not the first company using new technologies such as cardless payments. Fingerprint sensors have been rumored to be used in iPhones since Apple acquired the mobile security company AuthenTec last year.
iOS 7 Beta 3: Benchmarks on iPhone 4 and iPhone 5
iOS 7 Beta 3 performance has been recently tested on two iPhones - iPhone 4 and iPhone 5. A YouTube user with a nickname compared these devices using two different benchmark tools and here’s what he managed to find out.
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Apple is purchacing a Canadian mapping company
It is not the first time Apple is purchasing a smaller local company to improve mapping. There were at least three big purchases, Placebase, C3 and Poly9. All of them helped Apple modernize its growing mapping and location services effort. Apple's maps leave a lot to be desired, so the company's PR managers claim: “Apple buys smaller technology companies from time to time, and we generally do not discuss our purpose or plans.”
It has been reported recently that that Apple has signed a deal with Locationary, a Canadian service which helps manage databases of location, cope with duplicate information and delete outdated entries.
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Tetris has been updated
The recent update of the Tetris game for iOS features one-touch controls, an improves visual interface, and Facebook integration.
Tetris has always been a highly popular game. Now you can enjoy the improved new version! The game has improved control and connectivity to social networks, including Facebook.
New Version of VLC for iOS Returns to the App Store
VLC for iOS is back. Well, this app is only available in New Zealand now, however, it would reach the American App Store soon. As to the other countries, it is said to be available a bit later.
iWork for iCloud Beta Invitations for Non-Developers
Apple is sending invitations for iWork for iCloud Beta to non-developers. It’s high time the company from Cupertino did this, I must say. Here’s how the invitation sent to one of the users looks like:
New Chrome for iOS
A new version of the most widely used web browser ever - Google Chrome - has become available for all the iOS users. The most interesting features are the ability to open links for YouTube, Google Maps, Google+ and Google Drive using the appropriate applications, reduced resource usage and the ability to access browser history. Not bad, I must say.
Outlook Web App for iOS Released
Microsoft released its Outlook Web App a couple of days ago. However, you need to have the latest update of Office 365 for business to use this application. Well, I must say this is a kind of ‘Microsoft-style’ release - the one with lots of conditions and requirements for the user.
WhatsApp Messenger Got the Update
WhatsApp Messenger, the most popular cross-platform instant messaging service was updated to a version 2.10.1. On one hand, this is good news, but on the other - not really. By the end of this year, WhatsApp would become a subscription-based application - $0.99 per 12 month. However, those who download the messenger now, would get the annual subscription for free.
New Google Maps Version for iOS Adds Indoor Maps and iPad Support
New Google Maps version was released on July 16. Now popular app can boast of full iPad support, indoor maps and offline access.
Angry Birds Star Wars 2 Coming on September 19, Not Today
Rovio showed us a new teaser to its Angry Birds Star Wars 2 game yesterday. And it proved that I was wrong. A couple of days ago I told you that on July 15 we shall see that game on the App Store and Google play. Unfortunately, that's not true.
