Google's purchase of Quickoffice back in June last year raised more than a few eyebrows, but while the search giant has been somewhat busy with other projects over the past twelve or so months, today's announcement that Quickoffice will be free for both iOS and Android users will be music to ears of those looking to be productive on-the-fly. In a year that has seen Microsoft expand its own Office suite to iOS and Android, the Big G has now offering the Quickoffice service completely free, meaning consumers can actually edit Microsoft Office documents without having to pony up any money.
After purchasing the products and services division of Nokia - a move on the cards for a number of years now - Microsoft has put even more pressure on itself to make good of its mobile endeavors. It's a task that the Redmond outfit has struggled with in recent years in the wake of iOS and Android's respective growth, and to aid the unenviable job of trying to bridge the gap between itself and the Big Two, the software maker has started a program offering up to $350 for your unwanted iOS and Android devices.
After months of testing, leaks and mass panic, Apple's iOS 7 is here. Of course, it's been available as an under the radar update for anyone who's been brave enough to look for it, but now it's legit.
iOS 7 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is finally here. The next logical step for any user is to look forward to the apps that will be updated for Apple’s latest mobile operating system. And we have handpicked the top apps updated for iOS 7 which you should download - or update to - right now.
After months of teasing, iOS 7 download links are now live for iPhone 5, 4s, 4, iPad mini, iPad, and iPod touch. We have been closely monitoring the progress that iOS 7 has been making throughout its beta stages, and most of us at Redmond Pie have mixed opinions about Apple's new shiny mobile software. A few things are for certain, however, iOS 7 has improved hugely since the first beta, and it will be a incredibly huge change for those updating from iOS 6 unaware of what is about to land on their device.
Although us geeks (yes, I'm dragging you in, too) will be more than familiar with iOS 7 and its features and characteristics, most of the general population will be in for a shock when they begin to update their devices to the fruit company's latest and greatest firmware. Aesthetically, the differences is like day and night, and with this in mind, it stands to reason that many might feel a little bamboozled upon applying the update. As such, Apple has added the iOS 7 user guide to the iBookstore, which can be downloaded right now free of charge.
Infinity Blade, when first launched, defined and shaped the scenario of iOS gaming, and established Apple’s portable devices as having true gaming potential. Even today, it is hailed as a benchmark for quality gaming experience on the iPhone and the iPad. And now, the third installment in the Infinity Blade series, Infinity Blade III, which was showcased on the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c unveiling event, is now finally available on the iTunes App Store.
iOS 7 will be available to download today. While iOS 7 represents a total overhaul to Apple's mobile OS, only time will tell what the mainstream public reaction will be to the changes that represent the post Scott Forstall era at Apple. If you have a compatible device capable of running iOS 7, then it's time to back up that device, make a note of the release schedule and get ready to hammer Apple's authentication servers.
The iPhone and iPad ranges borrow features from one another all the time, and with the iPhone 5s having been officially unveiled and almost ready for release, attention has quickly turned to the iPad, and what kind of changes Apple will be making to its tablet duo. As well as a fingerprint sensor and some other general niceties, the new flagship Apple smartphone has also brought forth a gold color configuration, and with the iPad mini and full-size iPad both due an upgrade at some point in the near future, resident designer of Apple gadgets Martin Hajek has dreamt up a champagne/gold colored iPad mini. Check it out after the break!
It may still be a week until FIFA 14 gets its console release, but that doesn't mean that those packing an iOS device can't get their (proper) football on.
