Topic: App Store
Lodsys targets new iOS developers as Apple awaits court’s decision
2011/26/07, 07:07 pm
The ongoing legal battle between Lodsys and iOS developers implementing in-app purchasing capabilities continues to heat up with the patent-holder continuing to contact developers and amending its complaint last week with the addition of two more prominent iOS software makers.
Facebook blocks access to its hidden, unreleased iPad application
2011/26/07, 01:07 pm
While a simple hack temporarily allowed users to preview what is expected to be Facebook's official iPad application, the social networking site has since blocked users from logging in with the unreleased software.
WSJ, Amazon, Google, B&N iOS apps affected by Apple's direct sales rules
2011/25/07, 12:07 pm
Apple's newly enforced policy banning links to out-of-app purchases has forced The Wall Street Journal, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo to remove purchasing options from their iOS applications, while the Google Books application has been completely removed.
Facebook for iPad discovered hidden in existing iPhone app
2011/25/07, 09:07 am
Facebook's official native iPad application, rumored to be released soon, has been discovered hidden inside of the currently available iPhone-only software on the App Store.
Apple's App Store, Mac App Store arrive in 33 new regions
2011/22/07, 11:07 pm
Apple has expanded availability of the App Store and Mac App Store to 33 more countries, bringing the grand total to 123.
Users report issues installing Apple's Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
2011/21/07, 01:07 pm
A handful of Mac users have reported problems upgrading their system to Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, with various error messages, problems and quirks stemming from the Mac App Store download.
Apple makes Xcode free to all with release of 4.1 on Mac App Store
2011/20/07, 03:07 pm
Apple on Wednesday updated Xcode to version 4.1, and reduced its price to free for anyone who has an Apple ID and access to the Mac App Store.
Mac OS X Lion will be available on USB thumb drive for $69 in August
2011/20/07, 08:07 am
For those who want to have their copy of Lion saved on a physical medium, Apple will make the Mac OS X upgrade available on a USB thumb drive through its online store in August, but at a cost more than twice the price of the Mac App Store.
Apple launches Mac OS X 10.7 Lion on Mac App Store for $29.99
2011/20/07, 08:07 am
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Apple's highly anticipated next-generation operating system, is now available to purchase on the Mac App Store for $29.99, weighing in at 3.49GB.
Apple confirms Mac OS X 10.7 Lion to launch on Wednesday [u]
2011/19/07, 05:07 pm
Apple announced during its quarterly earnings call that Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, its next-generation operating system, will launch on the Mac App Store on Wednesday.
Apple officially begins offering 7-day App Store return window in Taiwan
2011/15/07, 04:07 pm
Apple has amended the terms and conditions of its iTunes store in Taiwan, granting users a 7-day return window in compliance with local laws.
Developer frustrated that Apple grants Game Center support to pirated iOS apps
2011/15/07, 10:07 am
A game developer victimized by piracy via "jailbroken" iOS devices has expressed frustration that Apple's Game Center service is apparently fully functional for users who run stolen software.
Apple rumored to resurrect developer 'Tech Talk World Tour' for iOS 5
2011/14/07, 04:07 pm
Last held in 2009, the developer "Tech Talk World Tour" is rumored to make a comeback this year as Apple attempts to reach out developers with the launch of iOS 5.
Apple adjusts App Store exchange rates, adds business volume app purchases
2011/13/07, 11:07 pm
Apple has changed the prices in a number of international App Stores to better reflect shifting currency exchange rates, while also announcing an upcoming Volume Purchase program for App Store apps for businesses.
iOS 'stickiness' grows as average Apple user has $100 in content per device
2011/11/07, 04:07 pm
With an average of $100 in content purchased on every Apple mobile device, it is increasingly difficult for users to justify the switch from the iOS ecosystem to a competing platform like Android, a new analysis has found.
iOS App Store downloads grow 61%, average app price up 14%
2011/11/07, 08:07 am
Having recently hit the 15 billion download milestone, a new analysis has found that downloads from Apple's iOS App Store will increase 61 percent in calendar year 2011, while the average selling price of software will be up 14 percent.
Apple's back-to-school promo clobbering Microsoft's efforts
2011/08/07, 10:07 pm
In spite of initial skepticism from industry watchers, Apple’s annual Back to School promotion is off to a strong start, pushing a fourfold increase in Mac sales over that of Windows PCs by college students in some circles.
Judge denies Apple motion for preliminary injunction against Amazon Appstore
2011/06/07, 10:07 pm
A federal judge has rejected Apple's request for a preliminary injunction that would have blocked Amazon from using the "App Store" name.
Official Google+ social networking iOS app awaiting Apple's approval
2011/05/07, 11:07 am
The new Google+ social networking service will be supported by an official App Store application that has already been submitted to Apple for approval.
Adobe continues assault on Apple's Final Cut Pro X with 'switcher program'
2011/01/07, 09:07 am
Adobe has continued its attempt to capitalize on discontent over Apple's new Final Cut Pro X, courting video professionals to convert to its competing Premiere Pro with 50 percent savings.

