Apple has made a few changes to the app store on iOS 6. As well as a new look, Apple also dumped the need for you to enter a password when downloading updates for apps. In the beta 3 version which launched last week, Apple also got rid of the need to enter a password when downloading a free app from the app store.
Archives for July 2012
iPhone 5 Could get a Smaller Dock Connector
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
We’ve seen pictures before of the supposed iPhone 5 along with a smaller dock connector (see picture below), but now we are hearing even more hints that the regular 30 pin dock connector could be replaced with a smaller version taking up less space on the bottom of the device. As well as making a smaller dock connector, Apple could also be moving the 3.5mm headphone jack to the under side of the device.
AP Olympic Games Camera Setup Detailed – Video
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Associated Press has uploaded a video to Youtube (in 360p for some reason) showing some of the tech used behind the scenes at the Olympics to get pictures on to the screen.
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Not Arriving on HTC Desire HD
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
HTC has confirmed in a statement that the Desire HD will not be getting an update to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. The main reason behind it is that after testing they found that it wouldn’t provide customers with the best experience for a smartphone. The full statement can be found after the image below.
AppleCare Reps Get OS X Mountain Lion Early
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Apple will be launching the next version of OS X Mountain Lion within the next week or so. Some are hinting that it could arrive this Wednesday. In preparation for the launch of the new operating system, it appears that Apple has been seeding the new version to AppleCare reps within the company. The reason for this will be so that they can become familiar with the operating system so that they can provide support on the day of launch.
iPhone 5 Production Rumoured to Have Started
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Although Apple [AAPL] has yet to announce the iPhone 5, or indeed set a date for the announcement, rumours are now indicating that production of the next generation iPhone has just begun.
Launch dates for the new iPhone indicate that we might be seeing it sometime between August and October which is a given really considering the iPhone 4S launched last October and Apple typically launches 1 new smartphone each year.
Canon EOS M now Official
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A number of leaks over recent times have indicated that Canon is working on a new mirror-less camera. Just the Friday gone we posted an image of what the camera will look like. We now hear that the Canon EOS M has been made official by Canon.
Over 10 Million Samsung Galaxy SIII Smartphones Sold
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
In less than two months Samsung has sold over 10 million Galaxy SIII smartphones. The original prediction from the company hinted that they would reach 10 million units by August which means they are selling them quicker than first anticipated.
The information comes from the Samsung president who also commented that they expect to see over 40 million sales by the end of 2012.
16GB Google Nexus 7 Sold Out Due to Demand
July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It appears that the Google Nexus 7 tablet is more popular than Google anticipated as the 16GB model is now sold out. Google has also taken away the ability for potential buyers to order them as well as they have replaced the order page with a coming soon notification simply offering you the chance to put your email address in a box and be notified when they are back in stock.
Windows Phone 8 Likely to Launch in November
July 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A report over at ZDNET indicates that Microsoft will be releasing Windows Phone 8 in November of this year. The OS has an RTM (release to manufacturer) date in September which would give manufactures a couple of months to get devices ready for launch.
Beta Version of Chrome Browser Now Available for Raspberry Pi
July 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Those of you who managed to get hold of a Raspberry Pi over the last couple of months, you’ll now be glad to hear that a beta version of the Chrome browser has been made available for those running the Raspbian images.
CoPilot Olympic Traffic Update Launching Next Week
July 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A few months ago, ALK Technologies, the creators of CoPilot Live Premium, announced that they will be launching an update for CoPilot Live Premium that will help those driving around London at the time of the Olympics know and understand where the games lanes are as well as provide Active Traffic updates to help drivers avoid busy routes.
