Redmond Pie - Part 1975

Google Drive Updated For iOS 8, Includes Support For Touch ID Unlocking

Ben Reid·November 7, 2014

Google has been incredibly busy this week in terms app updates. Along with the major bump to Maps, which had added OpenTable and Uber Integration, the Mountain View company has just rolled out a tidy update to the Drive app for iPhone and iPad. Details, as ever, can be seen below.

WireLurker Malware Targets Macs And iOS Devices; Attacks Via USB, Spreads Like A Virus

Paul Morris·November 7, 2014

iOS and OS X users have historically considered themselves relatively "safe" from malware and malicious software. With that said, a new family of malware, currently known as WireLurker, has been discovered attempting to wreak havoc within Apple's mobile iOS devices and OS X powered Macs, although it isn't quite the doom and gloom as it may initially seem.

Philips Hue App Adds Widget For iOS 8 Notification Center

Zayed Rehman·November 7, 2014

Apple Ranked World’s Most Valuable Brand; More Than Google And Microsoft Combined

Ben Reid·November 7, 2014

Forbes has just unveiled its annual list of the world's most valuable companies, and perched at the summit of this particular round-up is Apple. The iPhone maker has had an incredible year, shifting record numbers of the just-released iPhone 6 and 6 Plus in the first couple of months on sale, and with an estimated valuation of almost $125 billion, Forbes believes Apple's brand is worth double that of Microsoft and almost 2.5 times that of search giant Google.

Google Maps 4.0 For iOS With New Material Design Available, Download Now

Ben Reid·November 6, 2014

Only yesterday, we learned that Google Maps for iOS and Android would be the subject of a significant update, featuring, among other improvements, the all-new Material Design that the Big G is rolling out with Android 5.0 Lollipop. At the time of the announcement, Google stated that the new Maps would begin to trickle out within days, and as promptly as ever, the iOS portion of the update is now ready for download over at the App Store. So, if you want to enjoy a truly enhanced navigation experience, check out the details and download link after the break.

Lenovo’s Shameless iPhone 6 Ripoff Smartphone ‘Sisley’ Officially Announced

Zayed Rehman·November 6, 2014

New Microsoft Office Apps For iPhone, iPad, Android Lets You View And Edit Documents For Free

Zayed Rehman·November 6, 2014

In a surprising move, Microsoft has just made Office completely free for iPad, iPhone and Android. Microsoft wants users to stick to the Office platform on their mobile devices, and apparently this is the way to achieve that.

Pangu iOS 8 / 8.1 Jailbreak Tool For Mac Gets A Release ETA

Ben Reid·November 6, 2014

The Pangu jailbreak tool has worked wonders for iPhone and iPad users running all flavors of iOS 8, but thus far, the utility has only catered to those on Windows. Sure, there is an easy workaround by means of virtualization, but Mac users have been crying out for a proper, native tool for OS X. The Pangu team has already suggested that a variant of Pangu8 is in the offing for Mac, and as per the latest update, it could now be just a couple of days away.

Official Swype Keyboard For iPhone, iPad Goes Free For Limited Time, Grab It Right Here [Download Link]

Aatif·November 6, 2014

Pangu 1.2.1 Jailbreak Tool Released, Here’s What Is New

Taimur Asad·November 6, 2014

The Pangu jailbreak team has just pushed out a new version 1.2.1 of their iOS 8 - 8.1 jailbreak utility which brings the latest Cydia 1.1.16 bundled as part of fresh jailbreak process.

Apple Dethrones Samsung To Become Top Mobile Brand In China

Zayed Rehman·November 6, 2014

Apple has left Samsung behind, as it claims the position of the top mobile brand in China, in both awareness and loyalty. One of the largest smartphone consumer market in the world, China has conveyed its dismay with Samsung, given the Apple choice.

The Nexus 9 Has A Bendgate-like Issue Of Its Own

Zayed Rehman·November 6, 2014

WhatsApp For iPhone, Android Updated With Read Receipts; References To VoIP Found

M Asad·November 6, 2014

WhatsApp is the go-to IM’ing app for most smartphone users out there. While the app itself is feature-rich in a lot of ways, there’s always room for improvement, and today, WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature over-the-air that enable users to see if their message has been read by the recipient.