Several late-breaking rumors suggest that the iPhone 5S may include a speed bump, gesture control capabilities, and a graphite/black color option similar to the first-generation iPhone. According to a tweet from Fox News’ Clayton Morris, the iPhone 5S new A7 chip is running “about 31% faster than A6,” providing the […] Read the original post…
News: Apple revising App Store rankings system?
Apple may be working toward incorporating user ratings into its App Store Top Charts rankings, according to some new analysis by Fiksu, an app marketing startup. The report notes that based on some in-depth and ongoing analysis, it would appear that Apple has been at least testing changes to the […] Read the original post…
Mac: Snowmous Design Access IO
For a multitude of reasons, it’s rare that we ever cover Kickstarter projects. From the uncertainty that they’ll get funded, to the fact that you’re not guaranteed a product, or at least not on time, we usually prefer to wait until whatever is being funded actually ships. Sometimes though, we […] Read the original post…
News: DOJ revises proposed Apple e-book price fixing remedy
The U.S. Department of Justice has revised its previously proposed remedy addressing Apple’s e-book price fixing. While the general terms have not dramatically changed, the DOJ has offered to reduce the length of the injunction from ten years down to five along with easing some of the restrictions on Apple’s […] Read the original post…
Ask iLounge: Measuring Wi-Fi signal strength from iOS
Q: Is there an app I can get for my iPhone that will actually let me walk around and measure the strength of my Wi-Fi network in various parts of my house? I’m trying to figure out the best place to put my Wi-Fi router and the normal Wi-Fi indicator […] Read the original post…
News: Heckler Design debuts HighSign iPad mounting frame
Heckler Design has introduced the HighSign ($79), a new secure mountain frame for the iPad. Featuring a sleek, minimalist design intended for creating a kiosk iPad experience in retail and hospitality settings, HighSign is constructed from commercial-grade steel. It is available in six colours and is compatible with the iPad […] Read the original post…
News: Apple pushes forward with major TV content providers?
A new report from Quartz suggests that Apple is continuing to pursue talks for a future television offering. The report suggests that Apple has shifted its focus to negotiating directly with individual content providers rather than traditional cable companies. New sources familiar with the matter have revealed that Apple is […] Read the original post…
Review: Optrix PhotoProX for iPhone 5
The plastic shell core of PhotoProX is actually a bit more advanced than most standalone shells we’ve seen. Instead of leaving the buttons and top edge fully exposed, it protects a good portion of the top, stopping just short of the Sleep/Wake button, while covering the volume buttons—the first time […] Read the original post…
Mac: Canon PowerShot S120
Another year has passed, which means that there’s another iteration of Canon’s popular S-series compact PowerShot camera. This time, it’s the PowerShot S120 ($450), which is slated to be released this October. Like the models before it, the pocket-sized shooter packs a serious punch, and should be on the radar […] Read the original post…
Mac: Canon PowerShot S120
Another year has passed, which means that there’s another iteration of Canon’s popular S-series compact PowerShot camera. This time, it’s the PowerShot S120 ($450), which is slated to be released this October. Like the models before it, the pocket-sized shooter packs a serious punch, and should be on the radar […] Read the original post…
News: iWork for iCloud beta opens to public?
Apple appears to have opened its iWork for iCloud beta to the general public, allowing anybody with an Apple ID to access its new web-based productivity suite. Originally only available to registered iOS Developers, Apple later sent out invitations to some users to the beta to for early access to […] Read the original post…
News: Apple acquires transit app developer Embark
In a continuing quest to improve the quality of its mapping services, Apple has reportedly acquired transit app development firm Embark, a small Silicon Valley startup that develops free transit apps for iOS. While it is unclear how much Apple paid for the acquisition, the report notes that Apple plans […] Read the original post…
Mac: urbn; pockets This is my body – Anatomy for kids
It’s not often that we feature kids apps here, but then again, it’s not often that we find any that really catch our attention. Just released, urbn; pockets’ This is my body – Anatomy for kids ($3) popped out in the Mac App Store, and upon closer inspection, is certainly […] Read the original post…
News: Apps: Asphalt 8, Real Racing 3 1.3, Yahoo Weather 1.2, YouTube 2.0
Gameloft has released Asphalt 8: Airborne (iLounge Rating: A), an extremely impressive new instalment in the company’s long-running Asphalt racing game series. Asphalt 8 sets a new high standard for iOS gaming, taking the player through eight “seasons” with 180 diverse, fun, and interesting racing events. As its name hints, […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Belkin LEGO Builder Case for iPhone 5
In partnership with the building block company, Belkin has rolled out its LEGO Builder Case for iPhone 5 ($40). The rubber frame, which includes button protection and an open bottom edge, isn’t too unusual. Rather, it’s the plate of studs on the back, compatible with LEGO bricks, allowing users to […] Read the original post…