Apple's iOS now uses its own Maps location databases

Starting with iOS 3.2 for the iPad in April, Apple began relying on its own databases for location-based services, in addition to utilizing Google's map data for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

Neil Hughes 15 years ago 37

Apple opens new iPad-like MobileMe Calendar beta

Apple has launched its new beta V2 update of the MobileMe web-based Calendar, sending users announcements that allows them to opt into the new program, which brings shared calendaring and an iPad-like appearance.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 34

Apple executives dodge data center, FaceTime questions in earnings call

As usual, Apple's executives kept close to a carefully prepared script on the company's stellar financial results, being careful not to reveal too much about the company's future plans, including its data center cloud services and broader open support for FaceTime video calling.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 34

BMW to support Apple's new iPod Out feature of iOS 4

A new feature of iOS 4 that enables iPhone and iPod touch devices to present a full featured control panel on an external display for use in automotive integration is getting official support from BMW.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 33

Purported next-gen iPod touch parts suggest forward-facing camera

More evidence of a FaceTime-enabled iPod touch appeared Thursday, when parts claimed to be from Apple's forthcoming handheld device surfaced online.

Katie Marsal 15 years ago 36

Apple's new iPod touch rumored to have 5MP camera, FaceTime

A new report alleges that Apple's next iPod touch, expected to arrive this September, will have a 5 megapixel camera, capture HD video, feature FaceTime connectivity, and include a gyroscope, like the iPhone 4.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 76

Apple adds iPad support to MobileMe iDisk app

Apple on Tuesday updated its MobileMe iDisk application to version 1.2, bringing support for multitasking within iOS 4 for the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4, as well as native support for the iPad.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 8

Apple's iPad passes Google Android in total browser usage share

More people are browsing the Web via an iPad than on an Android-powered device, according to new monthly browser usage data from one analytics firm.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 120

AdMob: 57% of 44 million iOS devices are from outside the US

Apple was the top device manufacturer on the AdMob network in May, according to the ad agency's latest data, with 44 million unique iOS devices tracked, and 57 percent of those from outside of the U.S.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 41

Apple's iPhone 4 FaceTime doesn't need a mobile signal to work

The new FaceTime video calling feature of iPhone 4 does not require mobile service after first use, enabling users to establish video chat from any WiFi hotspot, even while in Airplane Mode.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 71

Amazon adds audio, video capabilities to Kindle app for iOS devices

Amazon this week updated its Kindle application for iOS devices including the iPhone and iPad, bringing users the ability to view audio and video with new e-books that include multimedia content.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 26

Hackers release 'jailbreak' of iOS 4 for Apple's iPhone 3GS

Users can now run unauthorized code on their iOS 4-equipped iPhone 3GS, as well as iPhone 3G and iPod touch, thanks to the latest software "jailbreak" released by hackers.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 180

19% of software on Apple's App Store is paid, with $1.49 average price

The App Store offers great a value to consumers with 4 billion free applications downloaded to date, but it is not hugely profitable for Apple, as paid-for applications carry an average selling price of $1.49, according to a new analysis.

Neil Hughes 15 years ago 40

Inside iOS 4: Missing features for iPhone 3G users

Apple disabled support for some features in iOS 4 to shoehorn the new release into the processing constraints and memory footprint of the 2008 iPhone 3G and second generation iPod touch. Here's what's missing and why.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 91

Apple's iAds allows users to opt out of data collection

Apple has launched an official page that allows iOS device users to opt out of personal data collection, such as information regarding downloads and purchases, for its iAds mobile advertising service.

Katie Marsal 15 years ago 47

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