If you remember Apple’s big iPhone reveal back from 2007, then you may remember one of the big plusses that Steve Jobs said made the iPhone so unique. Standing on stage as only Steve Jobs could, the then Apple CEO said that the iPhone's lack of physical keys made the iPhone so special because it could adapt its software keyboard to suit any situation. Obviously that was something that could not be said about the competition of the time.
When it comes to marketing a product, it's fair to say that Samsung likes to break the mold. We've already encountered the rather cringe worthy Samsung Style ad (a play on the popular Gangnam Style from Korean rapper Psy), and now, the company has come through with another rather strange ploy in advertising its flagship Galaxy S4. Featuring a bunch of guys performing pop-like synchronized dance moves in balaclavas, it plays over a dubstep tune and ends with a goat sat in the middle of a mountainous area. Strange? We certainly think so.
Vine Takes On Instagram With Redesigned App For iPhone: Features New Camera Tools, Revining And More
When Facebook gave Instagram a new video feature, many claimed that Vine was all but set for the scrap heap. Twitter's own short video social network - Vine - allows users to take short videos and post them to a Twitter and Instagram-like news feed. Instagram's addition of video to its already hugely popular photo service has the potential to kill Vine off for good.
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is known the world over as a public provider of broadcasting services, as well as a reputable source of twenty-four hour news through their television, web and mobile app channels. In more recent times we have seen the BBC expand their mobile offerings by pushing out a dedicated sports app to compliment their existing news app and it seems that they aren't quite finished with their app intentions just yet after officially releasing a dedicated weather application for iOS and Android devices, available to download now.
One of the latest tweaks to hit Cydia is the PatternUnlock offering by Jonas Gessner, and although it offers a core feature set that we have already seen on iOS with the likes of AndroidLock, it innovates by not only implementing it a lot better but by also adding additional pro features.
It's that time of year again when Apple takes it upon themselves to remove some of the pain that is commonly associated with full and part-time education. The Cupertino based company has once again kept up with what is becoming an annual tradition by announcing this year's "Back to School" promotion, which includes some great discounts for those embarking on their studies. In addition to the education based discounts, Apple is also extending the campaign by rewarding those who purchase an iPhone with a $50 gift card that can be redeemed through iTunes. More details on the offer can be found right after the jump.
We've heard a great deal about the possibility of a low-cost Apple iPhone, and although naturally, the Cupertino-based company has not come forward and made any official suggestions, the supposed sightings and rumors of the device have yet to peter out. Today, a French site has come through with a couple of shots depicting what looks a legitimate shout for the rear shell of an unspecified iPhone, and the as-speculated plastic finish only but adds to the intrigue.
Microsoft finally brought its iconic Office suite to Apple's iOS earlier this month in the form of Office Mobile for iPhone, much to the delight of many long-time enthusiasts. Lest we forget that before that, big two mobile platforms got their first glimpse in the form of OneNote and today, the Redmond company has dealt its iOS and Android OneNote apps a major update, bringing a uniform look across the board, Ribbon UI and a whole lot more. Details after the jump!
Apple's iOS 7 beta is very much the hot topic right now, with everyone having an opinion on whether Jony Ive's redesign hits the mark or not. Whether you're a fan of those colorful icons or not, one thing you must surely agree with is that the new keyboard looks awesome.
When considering a future smartphone purchase, few take into mind the importance of a decent battery life. Bamboozled by the megapixels, dots per inch and multiple core processors, it's amazing how little regard folk give to the battery life, which has to go down as one of the most important features because without it, any exciting hardware is basically useless. Which.co.uk, a prominent observer of the mobile industry, has thrown together a rather interesting infographic on the battery retention levels of the foremost handsets on the market and, suffice to say, the results may shock you.
