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iPhone Users, Here’s How To Get Free 30GB Of OneDrive Storage From Microsoft

Ben Reid·September 20, 2014

The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus have finally been released, but while the rush of sales may greatly increase Apple's bank balance, market share and ecosystem, there are also some benefits to be had by those rivaling the Cupertino company. Given Apple's plans to roll out iCloud Drive completely along with OS X 10.10 Yosemite in the near future, the battle of the cloud storage services has well and truly commenced, and as new iPhone owners await iCloud Drive's big launch, fierce rival Microsoft has sniffed an opportunity to point consumers in the direction of OneDrive. In what the Xbox maker describes as "a limited time offer" - one that will end before October's iCloud Drive formal rollout - iPhone users can enjoy 30GB of storage for free, with 15GB of basic space allied to 15 GB "camera roll bonus."

This Chrome Hack Lets You Run Android Apps On Windows, Mac, Linux

Ben Reid·September 20, 2014

We've already seen how Android can be run on a PC or Mac via the BlueStacks app, and with the official App Runtime for Chrome extension having recently brought this power to Chrome OS, we got a glimpse into a future where the search giant's mobile and desktop operating systems join forces. The fact that it was limited to Chrome OS and only worked with certain apps was a bit of a bummer, mind, and so it has taken the dogged work of a hacker to give App Runtime for Chrome its customary license to roam. Thanks to the endeavors of this one individual, Android can now essentially be run on any desktop OS where the Chrome browser is present, and although it's a little rough around the edges, it's nonetheless very exciting.

Download $9 Worth Of Paid Apps For Free On Your iOS 8 Running iPhone And iPad

Ben Reid·September 20, 2014

Chart: iOS 8 Vs iOS 7.1.2 Battery Life Comparison

Ben Reid·September 20, 2014

Battery retention is a crucially important factor in owning a mobile device, and although the capacity of a battery plays a significant role in determining how long your smartphone or tablet will be able to play games, surf the Web or make calls, it's not the only consideration that should be made. As well as the efficiency of the processor, software can also be optimized for better battery performance, and given that Apple has just bumped its software version from iOS 7.1.2, we'd expect that battery has also improved, right?

iCloud Drive For Windows Users Now Available To Download

Ben Reid·September 20, 2014

Apple's iCloud has never truly competed with the likes of Box, Google Drive et al because while it's fine for backing up, storing documents and other content like a virtual hard drive was never possible. This will all change thanks to the introduction of iCloud Drive, but while Mac users will have to wait for the official unveiling of OS X Yosemite 10.10 to begin using it, Apple has already rolled out a version for those on Windows. Details after the break.

Sony’s Google Glass Rival Going On Sale In March, SDK Released [Video]

Ben Reid·September 20, 2014

iPhone 6 Plus Camera Review By A Professional Photographer [Video]

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

Although the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are fairly similar for the most part, there are a number of subtle differences. The display size discrepancy is the most obvious, but it's hard to base a purchasing decision on this factor alone given the number of perks iPhone 6 Plus owners will be able to laud over their iPhone 6-wielding buddies. The rear-facing cameras of each boast 8-megapixel sensors, but critically, the 6 Plus offers optical image stabilization, or OIS, and with both handsets having just gone on sale, we can now get our first proper look at the point-and-shoot experiences of each.

Android Users Are Rapidly Switching To iPhone 6, According To Report

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

It was offered by a number of analysts even prior to the iPhone 6's release that Apple's decision to enlarge the display would not only prompt a record number of upgrades - which pre-order numbers appear to back up - but that also, Android users would switch in their droves. Given that the general sale has yet to commence throughout the world as yet, it's hard to make any definitive judgments, but according to one report, quite a few Droidsters have ditched Google's platform for the iPhone 6 / 6 Plus on iOS 8.

Did You Update To iOS 8? [POLL]

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

Pebble Watch Firmware 2.5 Is Out, Supports iOS 8, Here’s Everything That’s New

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

The Pebble smartwatch, which generated a colossal amount of hype when it emerged on Kickstarter, has essentially kick-started the market for wrist-worn gadgetry, and while the team behind this wondrously successful device have worked tirelessly in updating and improving it, there's also a feeling that Android Wear and the new Apple Watch range will be too much for an outfit like Pebble to compete with. Nevertheless, the Pebble is still in a very strong position all told, and today, has pushed a significant firmware update that includes a myriad of features. Details, as ever, can be seen after the fold.

Apple Watch Vs Moto 360 Vs Pebble Vs Gear Neo 2 [Smartwatch Comparison]

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

With the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus currently dominating the headlines, we've scarcely had the opportunity to take a proper look at Apple's new watch line-up, which was announced in conjunction with the two new smartphones. With three main types and over thirty different varieties, the Cupertino company has clearly done its homework in bringing its first major wearable to market, and although it'll be a few months before Apple Watch makes retail, watch aficionados and techies alike seem to have taken to both the design and ecosystem.

How To Install Third-Party iOS 8 Keyboards And Widgets On Your iPhone Or iPad

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

Twitter Update For iOS 8 Adds Quick Reply, Favorite, Retweet Options In Notifications

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

The Twitter app for iOS has always been a tad sub-par to the standards of many ardent tweeters, but while third-party apps like Tweetbot have managed to flourish over the years, the social company continues to tweak and improve the official offering. Today's update focuses heavily on profiles, which have been subject to a major revamp over the past few months, and given that the desktop Web version looks very much like Facebook, one could argue that the mobile app now offers a layout not too dissimilar to the official Facebook app.

How To Set Up Family Sharing In iOS 8 [Tutorial]

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

The Family Sharing feature, as the name implies, will allow families and groups of people to share apps without having to connect to the same Apple ID. Since the introduction of the App Store, folks have shared the same account in order to save on buying many of the exact same apps or content, but the system is flawed in that every user of said account then has a list of content that they don't want or need, and never actually downloaded in the first place. To resolve this, Family Sharing essentially binds a number of Apple IDs into one parent account, and provided that they all feed from the same credit or debit card, can readily go ahead and download apps and content purchased by other members of the same family.

Apple Launches App Previews And App Bundles On iOS 8 App Store

Ben Reid·September 19, 2014

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