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  • Angry Birds Now Coming To Facebook!

    Angry Birds Angry Birds Now Coming To Facebook!

    Rovio the makers of Angry Birds just announced that the popular puzzle game is coming to Facebook. CEO Mikael head also said that the Facebook version features “completely new aspects to it that just haven’t been experienced in any other platform.” Looks like Zynga’s days are limited as the most popular app game is just about to crush the competition. Angry birds has been downloaded more than 30 million times on Android and a lot more on iOS. The game is currently available on PSP, PS3, PC, Android and iOS, And is soon to be available on Xbox360 and Wii.

    Source: Angry Birds’ Facebook

  • Google preparing Google Maps app for iOS

    When Scott Forstall demoed iOS 6 way back in June, he showcased the new Apple Maps as the single biggest addition to iOS’s latest iteration. Backed by TomTom and with novelty features like 3D, Apple’s hopes were to replace the existing Google Maps with a better alternate. We all know how badly it eventually turned to be. So much so that it cost Scott Forstall his job. The hopes of iOS users are for a Google Maps app for iOS. We’ve heard rumours about this much awaited app before but nothing concrete.

    Wall Street Journal reports that Google is currently working on a Google maps app for iOS and that the company has distributed a test version of this app to some people outside the company. Google is currently putting on the finishing touches on this before they put it on iTunes for approval. When that will happen is unclear at this point though previous speculations pointed towards a December release.

    What’s even more important is whether Apple will approve this app or not. Google Maps app for iOS will compete directly with the built in Apple Maps, and we all know how Apple feels about apps replicating built in functionality. As an iOS user, fingers crossed.

  • Apple begins seeding iOS 6.1 beta 2 with Passbook enhancements

    iOS 6 was launched only a little over a month ago. It brought with it new features like the all new Apple Maps, Facebook integration, shared photo stream and much more. Then iOS 6.0.1 was seeded to users a few days ago. It most fixed issues related to iPhone 5 and wasn’t a feature release. In that same period though Apple seeded iOS 6.1 beta 1 to developers. It was available for download as well. The beta 1 focused on Mapping improvements.

    pass Apple begins seeding iOS 6.1 beta 2 with Passbook enhancements

    The iOS 6.1 beta 2 seeded just yesterday doesn’t bring in any major new features. So far the only one picked up is related to the Passbook app. In iOS 6.1 beta 2 when you launch Passbook for the first time you will be greeted with an explanatory note. The current iteration of Passbook directs users to Passbook enabled apps directly.

    The beta also enhances the Map Kit framework in iOS, allowing developers to search for map-based addresses and points of interest. It’s compatible with the fourth-, third- and second-generation iPad, iPad mini, iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 3GS, and fifth- and fourth-generation iPod touch. Because it’s an early beta, it will have its fair share of bugs associated with it, though it’s stable enough for a quick spin.

  • Jailbreak iOS 6.0.1 tethered on iPhone and iPod using Redsn0w

    Jailbreak iOS 6.0.1 using this easy guide. Apple update the iOS software to 6.0.1 yesterday to fix some minor bugs. Unfortunately as it has always been, with each new version of iOS, the jailbreak process has to be redone every time.

    Fortunately iOS 6.0.1 can now be jailbroken. Unfortunately it is currently only for iDevices that run the A4 or lower chipset. That means iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, new iPod Touch and iPad are out ( any device with A5, A5X, A6 or A6X). Furthermore this jailbreak is tethered which means every time you reboot your device you’ll need to connect it to your PC or Mac.

    jailbreak1 Jailbreak iOS 6.0.1 tethered on iPhone and iPod using Redsn0w

    Follow the steps below to Jailbreak iOS 6.0.1.

    Step 1- Update your device to iOS 6.0.1

    Step 2- Download iOS 6.0 from the links below:

    Step 3- Download Redsn0w for Mac or Windows

    Step 4- Open Redsn0w and click on Extras –> Select IPSW. Select the firmware you downloaded in step 2. After it has been identified by Redsn0w click the back button to go back to the main screen

    Step 5- Click jailbreak and select Cydia. Follow the instructions to put your device into DFU mode. After the jailbreak is done click “Autoboot this device when it connects in DFU mode” which will put your device in tethered mode

    That’s it. After you’re done with step 5 your device will be jailbroken.

  • iOS 6.1 to bring Movie ticket purchasing via Siri

    Apple is currently working hard to get iOS 6.1 out as soon as they can. Since the beta was only recently released not a lot is known about iOS 6.1. We do know that maps will play a big part in this update. Apple fix, or try to fix whatever issues that have plagued the maps app. Now another cool new feature in iOS 6.1 has leaked. It’s the ability to buy movie tickets.

    siri iOS 6.1 to bring Movie ticket purchasing via Siri

    The picture above shows how it will be done. Movie tickets buying will take place through Siri. Some of the commands for that are shown above. When a user asks for a particular movie, Siri will show the showtimes and theatre information depending on your location. They can then click the buy tickets button. Ticket buying will take place via Fandango, which is one of the most popular online tickets purchasing services in USA.

    ticket iOS 6.1 to bring Movie ticket purchasing via Siri

    The feature will initially only be available for users in USA. It’s not compatible with all theatres. The compatible theatres will have a relative icon in front of it. Ticket purchasing is hopefully one of many new features to come in iOS 6.1.

    This update is very important from Apple’s point of view and where they stand against Android. If you want, iOS 6.1 is also available for download.

  • Apple releases iOS 6.0.1 update

    Word of an iOS 6.0.1 update got out recently. Previously it was reported to be under carrier testing. However the iOS 6.0.1 update is now live. Apple issued it today and it comes with some minor bug fixes.

    • Fixes a bug that prevents iPhone 5 from installing software updates wirelessly over the air.
    • Fixes a bug where horizontal lines may be displayed across the keyboard.
    • Fixes an issue that could cause camera flash to not go off.
    • Improves reliability of iPhone 5 and iPod touch (5th generation) when connected to encrypted WPA2 Wi-Fi networks.
    • Resolves an issue that prevents iPhone from using the cellular network in some instances.
    • Consolidated the Use Cellular Data switch for iTunes Match.
    • Fixes a Passcode Lock bug which sometimes allowed access to Passbook pass details from lock screen.
    • Fixes a bug affecting Exchange meetings.

    The update is available for download. You can do it via OTA method by going in settings>general>software. You can also connect your device to iTunes and download from there. Download size is 47MB for iPhone 4S and it may vary from device to device.

    There are some rumours going on around regarding a 6.1 update which is said to be a lot more significant with new features. However not a lot about it is currently known at this point.

  • Developer interest at a record high for iOS, looks dismal for BlackBerry

    When it comes to creating a smartphone, there is only so much a manufacturer can do. Sure they can create great hardware and software, but unless there’s a viable eco system to go with it, the platform is destined for failure. Just as Meego. This survey by Baird Equity Research was conducted from 200 developers from a pool of 4300. The results are increasingly positive for Apple, and ever so damning for RIM.

    Baird Dev Platform survey Developer interest at a record high for iOS, looks dismal for BlackBerry

    On a scale of 1 to 10, where 10 being excellent 1 being poor, the developer interest in iOS is at 9.3 and 8.7 for Android. This number has risen for Apple from Q1 2012. This could party be because of speculation over iPhone 5 and the recently announced Retina Display iPad, which has been very successful.

    Android is at number 2, with interest at 8.7%, which has dropped from the previous quarter. This could probably get better as more phones get Jelly Bean update.

    Interest for BlackBerry 10 is at a dismal 3.8% which has taken a steep drop from the previous quarter. This is because of the constant delays that this platform is facing. Even the current BlackBerry OS is at 2.8%.

    A few other quick observations from Baird’s survey(From AllThingsDigital):

    • 71 percent of developers surveyed said the announcement of Windows Phone 8 three weeks ago increased their interest in the platform, while 64 percent said they were enthusiastic about Microsoft’s new Surface tablet.
    • 78 percent of iOS developers expect Apple to eventually launch an HDTV.
    • 62 percent of developers surveyed said that most of their tablet-specific downloads come from Samsung; 23 percent said Amazon’s Kindle Fire was their top device for downloads.

    The numbers should be taken with a pinch of salt. While as a whole they do represent what’s already clear in front of our eyes, lets not forget it’s only 200 developers that were part of the survey. There are developers all over the world, in quantities over millions.

  • Microsoft official confirms Office for Android and iOS for March 2013

    Ever since tablets became mainstream there have been reports about Microsoft releasing the Microsoft Office for Android and iOS devices. Back in February iPad only magazine TheDaily posted alleged photos of Office for mobile running on an iPad, that were later denied by Microsoft. Now a Microsoft product manager named Petr Bobek has ‘confirmed’ that the software giant is indeed working on Office for mobile devices and it will be released for public in March 2013. He revealed this info at a press event in Czech Republic of all places earlier today.

    Tech site TheVerge reports that it has seen the Press Release by Microsoft’s Czech Republic team that confirms the existence of Office for Android and iOS. Here’s what TheVerge writes

    A press release, seen by The Verge, from Microsoft’s Czech Republic team confirms the availability for iOS and Android. “In addition to Windows, Office will be also available on other operating systems, Windows Phone, Windows RT, Mac OS, Android, iOS and Symbian,” says Microsoft, while separately noting that there will also be a new version of Office Web Apps too. Office for iPad has long been rumored to be in the works, offering iOS users a way to access Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents from Apple’s tablet and phone devices.

    According to the Press Release mentioned by TheVerge, the PC version of Office 2013 will be released to consumers in February while the mobile version for phones and tablets will be released in March of next year.

    In response to what its official said in Czech Republic the US representative of Microsoft said that his company has previously announced that Office for mobile will work on iOS, Android, and Windows Phone without revealing any further detail.

  • CyberPunk RPG, Kitaru Looking For Funding On Kickstarter

    After indie developers like Double Fine raising millions of dollars through Kickstarter more and more developers are looking to utilize the crowd sourcing website to make games they could not get funding for otherwise.

    Likewise Aoineko Studios are attempting to raise $25,000 to create a 3D cyberpunk turn based active RPG game for PC, Mac and iOS. Check out one of update videos below:

    At the time of publishing Kitaru has raised over $17,000. You can also read more about the game and even fund it if you want at their Kickstarter page.

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