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Detailed Walkthrough Of CarPlay On Pioneer Aftermarket System [Video]

Ben Reid·October 10, 2014

Apple first announced its intention to extend its iOS ecosystem to cars was first announced way back at 2013's Worldwide Developers' Conference, but it was only early this year with the release of iOS 7.1 that devices could properly support it. Many car manufacturers have signed up to include CarPlay as a standard feature, but sound and general infotainment specialist Pioneer has been one of a small number of companies to pledge aftermarket support. A short while ago, the first batch of CarPlay-ready in-car systems were launched, but given their fledgling nature, most of us have yet to see what this new Apple-integrated hardware is really made of. One early adopter, who also just so happens to be a member of a tech. repair company, has already had some extensive time with one of Pioneer's new receivers, and for the benefit of the masses, has posted a series of walkthrough clips.

Apple Tops Best Global Brands Ranking Yet Again, Here’s The Full List

Paul Morris·October 9, 2014

Interbrand, one of the world's leading and most recognized brand consultancies, has just released its Best Global Brands list for 2014, and there's no prizes for guessing who sits on top of the rankings.

iOS 8.1 Beta 2 Code Hints At Retina HD iPad Displays [Screenshot]

Oliver Haslam·October 9, 2014

iPad Air 2 Will Ship With 2GB Of On-Board RAM, According To Leaked Photo

Paul Morris·October 9, 2014

Now that Apple has officially announced the existence of a dedicated media event next week, let the intense speculation begin. We've been expecting the invitations to arrive for quite some time, with the general consensus being that Tim Cook will unite his executive team once again in San Francisco to introduce the world to the future of the iPad. As part of that introduction, Apple is heavily expected to announce the second-generation iPad Air, which will of course feature a plethora of upgraded and new components in its hardware DNA, including this 2GB Elpida RAM chip, if the latest leaks are to be believed.

It’s Official: Apple Sends Out Invites For iPad / Mac Event On October 16th

Ben Reid·October 8, 2014

Apple has just sent out invitations to a special media event on October 16th, which will take place at Town Hall on the company's Cupertino campus. With the event considered a certainty and the venue long since rumored, it was just a matter of when, and with the invitations having now been distributed, we know that 10/16 will be the date for Apple's second major keynote in as many months.

iPad Air 2 Leak Shows Touch ID, Thinner Profile, More [Video]

Ben Reid·October 8, 2014

Apple TV Adds HomeKit Functionality In Latest Beta Update

Oliver Haslam·October 8, 2014

Apple may have famously called the Apple TV a 'hobby' but it's becoming clear that the little puck is about to become much more than what it is in its current form. Woefully neglected over the years, Apple's TV accessory appears to be on the verge of becoming the center of a new system that will see our homes become more connected than ever.

New Setup Screens For Apple Pay Found In iOS 8.1 Beta 2 [Screenshots]

Oliver Haslam·October 8, 2014

With Apple seeding new builds of iOS 8.1 to developers for testing it was only a matter of time before a clever developer managed to poke around long enough to find some more information about about the big change we're expecting to come as part of the release.

OS X Yosemite GM 2, Public Beta 5 Downloads Released

Ben Reid·October 8, 2014

12.9-Inch iPad Pro May Run Both iOS And OS X [Rumor]

Ben Reid·October 7, 2014

Talk of an enlarged, so-called "iPad Pro" has been rife for about a year now, but with the likes of the Microsoft Surface Pro and Samsung's Galaxy TabPro having rolled out in that time, there's a genuine feeling that Apple is finally poised to counter with a similar effort of its own. The slate, which will apparently include a 12.9-inch display, remains something of an enigma, but a new report cites the usual sources familiar by claiming that it will run a hybrid operating system combining bits of iOS and OS X into one.

Apple Adjusts Production In Favor Of iPhone 6 Plus Amid Strong Demand

Ben Reid·October 7, 2014

Prior to the launch of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, it was reckoned that the smaller, 4.7-inch model would greatly outsell its more sizeable counterpart. After all, the phablet market was / is still considered niche in spite of its growing popularity, and given how long iPhone fans had been content with a 4-inch-or-smaller display, the 5.5-inch canvas of the iPhone 6 Plus -- and the sheer size of the device's footprint as a result -- would surely prompt the users towards the standard iPhone 6. But following on from a report last week documenting reservation figures in China, which suggested that the 6 Plus was not just more popular than expected, but actually favored over the smaller variant, it has now emerged that Apple may be switching its production strategy to cope with the unforeseen interest.

How To Hide App Store Purchases In iOS 8

Ben Reid·October 5, 2014

Here’s What Bill Gates Has To Say About Apple Pay

Ben Reid·October 5, 2014

Bill Gates is rather infrequent with his commentary on the tech industry these days, and although he plays a more proactive role at Microsoft under the new guidance of the recently appointed CEO Satya Nadella, he doesn't often speak out publicly. Given his status as one of the most influential figures in the business, though, his rare utterances often garner a fair amount of attention, and with rival Apple now preparing to launch Apple Pay, Gates has only praise for what the competition is doing for mobile payments on a large scale.

NFL Players No Longer Allowed To Wear Apple’s Beats Headphones On Camera, Here’s Why

Uzair Ghani·October 4, 2014

Sponsorship is a big deal when you're a technology brand, and aligning yourself with the right people can be a game changer in the long run. That's why Bose has signed a new marketing deal with the NFL, giving it access to the huge potential audience that could see its sales take off from where it’s already at presently. It's also a deal that damages Bose's competition, and that's never a bad side effect to have.

This Web App Lets You Track iPhone 6 Availability On An Interactive Map

Ben Reid·October 4, 2014

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