Apple has finally taken the wraps off iOS 8 - its next-gen mobile operating system for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference. And we’ve got all the details, including features, compatibility and release date right under one roof.
WWDC 2014 is all ready to accelerate into first gear today, and if you’re reading this then the chances are that you have a fervent interest in what Tim Cook and his executive team are planning to announce. The annual developer meet-up, affectionately known as WWDC, is Apple’s unique way of showcasing its new technologies and products to developers and journalists, while also giving developers an opportunity to offer hands-on labs and valuable feedback sessions. It’s also a great insight into how Apple sees its own roadmap for the year ahead, so here are the details of how, where and when you can follow along at home.
With June 2nd now creeping up on us, we're just few hours away from some significant revelations from Apple at WWDC 2014. But what are we to expect from this annual show-piece? Here, we discuss what might, and what almost certainly will be announced at WWDC, along with a few hopeful stabs in the dark for good measure.
As you'll almost certainly be aware of by now, Apple's WWDC 2014 is set to begin on Monday, and all of this week, preparations have been made within the Moscone Center venue in San Francisco. A traditional location for WWDC and numerous other Apple events, the interiors of the exhibition hall have been decorated to welcome the siege of developers embarking upon next week's event, and now, we're catching our first glimpse of some iOS 8-related signage.
One of the continued criticisms of the Apple iPad is that there's no support for multiple users. Unlike the iPhone and iPod touch, which are predominantly personal devices used by one owner, iPads are often utilized by an entire family or group of friends. Thus, it would be ideal if each individual user could have their own login through which to tailor their own settings, apps, and general experience, and that's exactly what a couple of concept makers have tried to achieve with this neat iOS 8 design.
In our ongoing quest to bring you some of the best deals on mobile apps and games, we hereby present you with another list of great titles that have just gone free for iOS. Among today's run-down, we've got some great scanning apps, music-centered utilities, an epic RPG title, and of course, the obligatory camera-focused app, so if you're looking to stock up, join us after the jump!
When it comes to all-action titles on iOS, the Infinity Blade series is one that immediately strikes a chord with us here. With explosive, fast-paced game play and exquisite visuals to match, the Infinity Blade franchise is seen by many as a great example of just what our mobile devices are capable of when pushed to the limits. Having dropped from the usual price of $6.99 to just $0.99 earlier on this month, we're pleased to report that for a limited time, Infinity Blade II it is absolutely free!
We told you yesterday on the news that some iPhone users in the United States and Australia had reported that their iPhones were being held ransom by someone going by the name of Oleg Pliss, and that the situation was somewhat unclear. With users having their devices locked remotely via Apple's Find my iPhone feature, initial thoughts were that iCloud had potentially had a breach in security with accounts being compromised as a result.
Security firm Lookout has been among the foremost in enhancing mobile security to the general consumer, with its apps highly regarded by those who use them. Given how frequently mobile devices are targeted by unwanted intruders nowadays, the company has added a new Theft Alerts system, and whilst similar apps offer features to help users recover a lost or stolen device, Lookout's new implementation is both pro-active and effective in how it goes about its business.
Just lately, developers have been tripping over one another to offer the best discounts on some great apps, and here, we've done our level best to share them with you guys. We've seen some incredible savings over the past few weeks, with some particularly costly apps having gone free for a very limited time, and now, an app usually costing $49.99 has just shaken off its price tag. It's a must-download for any respectable music fan, and if you count yourself as one of those, be sure to catch the important details below!
