It's undeniably important that large corporations such as Apple recruit as many people as humanly possible to test and put beta software through its paces. It's even more important when that software is actually the underlying operating system that powers most of its mobile devices, namely iOS. With that said, it's also extremely important that those beta testers aren't allowed to penalise third-party app developers who work tirelessly to ensure that their apps and software are compatible come the final public release. You could almost hear the app development community chant in harmonious unison today when Apple finally banned iOS beta testers from leaving App Store reviews.
OnePlus 2 photos and specs have been leaked ahead of launch next week. If you’ve been looking forward to the highly anticipated launch of the second-generation OnePlus smartphone then the wait is nearly over. Potential consumers will get an official look at the device next week when it officially launches to the public. Until then, we have what is undoubtedly the clearest look at the OnePlus 2 to date all thanks to one notoriously frequent leaker of details, the Chinese wireless regulator, Tenaa.
Download the official Windows 10 Insider ninjacat wallpapers from Microsoft. These wallpapers are available in various resolutions intended for various devices and platforms. Downloads range from a whopping 3840 x 2160 to a rather depressing 310 x 102 designed for the Microsoft Band fitness device.
Speaking during Apple's third quarter earnings call, Tim Cook informed the Apple loving masses that the company is seeing its highest ever number of individuals moving across from the Android operating system. In short, Apple CEO Cook is claiming that more people than ever are leaving the competing Android platform to move across to iPhone and iOS.
Here are all the new features and changes in iOS 9 beta 4 for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch compared to previous beta versions. If you come across any we don't already have, be sure to get in touch and we'll add it to the list.
Apple has today held its quarterly earnings call, announcing the results from its third fiscal quarter and second calendar quarter of 2015. If you just want to know the lowdown without reading any further, here it is; Apple sold a lot of hardware, making a lot of money and profit. Apple still ins't doomed.
Say what you like about Microsoft Windows and its fairly obvious shortcomings and issues, but you can't deny that Microsoft has found a seriously regular rhythm when it comes to pushing out security updates and critical fixes to the operating system. The unofficial term "Patch Tuesday" is a reflection of that hard work and dedication, referring to the weekly regularity of Microsoft's updates. However, when those updates start to filter through on a Monday, which is what happened, you know its time to take things seriously. You may want to get to that Windows update mechanism right now if you haven't already.
If you actually stopped and took time to consider the power that you hold within your hand when using your smartphone you'd probably be shocked at how far devices and manufacturers have come in such a short space of time. The announcement and release of the Apple iPhone back in 2007 lit a fire under the smartphone market which for the first time saw mainstream users start to part with as much cash as business users and executives alike. Now, thanks to a brilliantly put together video by CNET, we can take a look at the evolution of smartphone design over the last eight years.
If you happen to be the adventurous do-it-yourself (DIY) orientated type of individual who likes to sink their teeth into an exciting technology based challenge then this one could be for you. Marc Jensen, James Squires, and Shawn Roske from Make: have produced a walkthrough video that shows how you can "automatically" open doors at home or work by simply tapping on the display of an Apple Watch.
Apple Watch is launching in three additional countries on July 31st, with customers in Russia, Turkey and New Zealand all set to finally receive Apple's first wearable by the end of this month.
















