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Google Releases Comprehensive Guide For iPhone Users Switching To Android

Zayed Rehman·October 22, 2014

Google just released an official guide for iPhone users wanting to move to Android. The guide provides iPhone users all the steps needed to jump the iOS ship, and hop onto the Android bandwagon, with all of their important data migrated onto their new device. In the early days of the iPhone vs. Android war, it was marketing that was key to ensuring a decisive victory that hardly ever came by. These battles were important, for both Apple and Google to stay in the game. However, now we have the two taking a jab at one another's nerves.

Here’s A Complete List Of Card Issuers That Support Apple Pay

Ben Reid·October 22, 2014

With iOS 8.1 finally bringing Apple Pay to supported devices, both Apple and a large number of retailers are scrambling to get deals done and ensure that compliance with the secure, contactless new system is as fluid and seamless as possible. With many thousands of outlets already kitted out with NFC systems that will happily process payments via Apple Pay, there's already a solid foundation for contactless to prosper, but if you're perhaps wondering whether your credit or debit card is ready for Apple Pay, the chart below breaks everything down nice and simply.

This iPhone App Lets You Find Apple Pay Ready Outlets Nearby [Download Link]

Ben Reid·October 21, 2014

You Can Use Apple Pay Outside U.S. Today, But There Is A Catch

Zayed Rehman·October 21, 2014

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus users can use Apple Pay to make purchases not just in the U.S. but also internationally. If Apple Pay is supported by your credit / debit card that is U.S. bank issued, you will be able to make purchases at any retail store around the world, that accepts contactless payments.

Huge Demand For iPhone 6 Plus In China Forcing Apple To Increase Supply Of Larger Handset

Ben Reid·October 21, 2014

The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus have both now launched in China, and while Apple always assumed that the smaller model would be more popular than the phablet, the Chinese market has certainly taken to the 6 Plus. Reservation and pre-order figures appeared to confirm as much in the run-up to the release last week, and now, Apple is looking to make a concerted push to produce more iPhone 6 Plus units to cope with the overwhelming demand.

How To Set Up And Use Apple Pay On Your iPhone And iPad

Zayed Rehman·October 21, 2014

Complete List Of Retail Stores And Apps That Currently Works With Apple Pay

Zayed Rehman·October 21, 2014

The NFC-toting iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are currently the only devices that can make contactless payments at any of the partnered 220,000 retail stores - as identified by Apple - with Apple Watch to join the party in early 2015.

Video: Using Apple Pay At McDonald’s

Ben Reid·October 21, 2014

Thanks to iOS 8.1, Apple Pay is now ready for prime time use, and although many retailers are still readying the hardware in preparation for NFC-based payments, many outlets have already fitted these terminals in advance of the software update. One of Apple's partners for the new initiative is McDonald's, purveyor of burgers in buns among other delicacies, and if you're wondering how an Apple Pay transaction might play out at the renowned fast food chain, then the clip below will give you an idea.

Initial iPhone 6 / 6 Plus Sales Powers Apple’s Huge Q4 Earnings, Here’s The Complete Breakdown

Ben Reid·October 21, 2014

Full iOS 8.1 Changelog: Here’s Everything That’s New

Zayed Rehman·October 21, 2014

Here's the compete iOS 8.1 changelog for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, with detailed outlining of all the new features and bug fixes.

Apple Store iOS App Updated With Support For Apple Pay [Download Link]

Ben Reid·October 21, 2014

One of the major announcements at last month's Apple event - aside from the introduction of two new smartphones and the company's inaugural smartwatch effort - was that of Apple Pay, a contactless, NFC-driven system that would allow iOS 8 users to seamlessly pay for goods at a wide selection of outlets. As excited as we were about this significant new initiative, Apple did make it clear at the time that Apple Pay wouldn't be hitting the scene until this month. With iOS 8.1 now upon us, we're likely to witness a rapid, concerted effort to support the new infrastructure, and this has begun quite close to home today with an update to the Apple Store app.

iOS 8.1 Download Links For iPhone And iPad Released [Direct Links]

Ben Reid·October 20, 2014

Dropbox Finally Updated For iPhone 6 / 6 Plus, Adds Touch ID Fingerprint Unlocking

Oliver Haslam·October 20, 2014

Over a month after the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus went on sale we're still waiting for some pretty big apps to receive updates that enable them to take advantage of the new, larger screens Apple's new hardware offers. Those that haven't yet received updates continue to work for the most part, but they don't look their best and certainly don't show extra content as you would expect from new, larger devices.

This iOS 8 Barometer Widget Adds Atmospheric Pressure To Today View

Oliver Haslam·October 20, 2014

When Apple announced the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus it also announced the inclusion of a new chip, the M8. The successor to the M7 that was found in the iPhone 5s, Apple's M8 is the processor that handles all the data that relates to movement and relative location while using the minimum of power. The M8 is what makes apps like Health and associated utilities possible.

iCloud Photos Web App Launched Ahead Of iOS 8.1 Release

Oliver Haslam·October 19, 2014

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