Redmond Pie - Part 2006

Apple May Kill Beats Music Brand; Service To Undergo Changes And Will Live On [Report]

Oliver Haslam·September 23, 2014

It's been the question on everyone's lips ever since its huge acquisition story a few months back, but the mystery around just what Apple will do with Beats Music may be about to come to an end. With Apple expected to make use of the streaming service in one way or another, the question has always surrounded whether it would keep Beats Music as is, or roll it into iTunes instead. Now, following a report that claims to cite multiple sources, it appears that Beats Music may be living on borrowed time.

Tip: Here’s How To Speed Up Your iPhone 6 And iPhone 6 Plus Charging Time

Ben Reid·September 23, 2014

Whatever your opinion may be of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, there's little argument that Apple has made some significant changes (read: improvements) over the preceding models, and alongside the 2010 roll-out of the iPhone 4, the two new handsets must be considered the biggest upgrades to iPhone since the original. But as the tech community lauds the enlarged display, NFC, new design, bumped camera technology and iOS 8, among a myriad of other enhancements, one element that long-time users really wanted to see improved was the battery life. The iPhone has long since been bashed for its relatively poor battery retention, but thanks to increased capacity and software enhancements, those days may well be behind us, and now, it has emerged that charging may also be quicker as well.

iPhone 6 Plus Has The ‘Best Performing Smartphone LCD Display,’ Says Expert

Ben Reid·September 23, 2014

iPhone, iPad Wi-Fi Sluggish On iOS 8? You’re Not Alone

Ben Reid·September 23, 2014

Almost every major software release includes its fair share of bugs and teething issues, and if you've recently grabbed iOS 8 for your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, then you're not alone if you've encountered some Wi-Fi-related troubles. In fact, in looking at the Apple Support community forums, it's clear that many, many early adopters have been afflicted by this and a number of other problems, and until Apple arrives with the necessary fixes by means of a potential software update, there are a few fixes and solutions doing the rounds. Details, as ever, can be seen after the fold.

Reversible USB Type-C Will Feature DisplayPort Support For Retina MacBook Air [Report]

Ben Reid·September 23, 2014

The new Type-C USB standard, which first rolled out to OEMs last month, also includes what's described as 'DisplayPort Alternate Mode,' which means it's capable of transmitting data of much higher resolutions. Set to be a part of the elusive Retina MacBook Air's hardware repertoire, the multi-functional Type-C standard would serve as both USB and DisplayPort in one hybrid package, pushing SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1) while also supporting display resolutions up to and above the 4K threshold for Ultra-HD.

iPhone 6 And iPhone 6 Plus Smashes Rival Smartphones In Benchmark Tests

Paul Morris·September 22, 2014

Skype 5.5 For iPhone Released With Support For iOS 8 Interactive Notifications

Aatif·September 22, 2014

One of the big highlights in iOS 8 - Apple’s shiny new interactive notification system - seems to have piqued the interest of quite a few large developers to make use of the new feature set. The latest joining the foray is Microsoft with its Skype offering. The Skype for iPhone app just received a major update making it iOS 8 compatible in general, and particularly making use of the new interactive notifications that Apple’s latest and greatest has on offer.

Apple Watch Will Arrive In Two Storage Sizes, Says Report

Ben Reid·September 22, 2014

At the big iPhone 6 event a couple of weeks ago, Apple also, as expected, took the wraps off its very first smartwatch. Named Apple Watch, the company released a series of videos outlining the various styles, fitness-related features and other perks that will come with owning its first major wearable, but given that was, and is, still nowhere near its "early 2015" release, some information was naturally kept under wraps. One such detail was that of the storage, and today, a new report apparently sheds some light on the capacity of the Apple Watch.

iPhone 6 Put Through Its Paces In Drop, Dunk, Blend, Hammer, Scratch, Liquid Nitrogen Tests [Video]

Paul Morris·September 22, 2014

Apple Sells Record Breaking 10 Million iPhone 6 And 6 Plus In Just Three Days Of Sales

Uzair Ghani·September 22, 2014

Apple has just published the opening weekend sales numbers for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, and has set a new record, with 10 million iPhones being sold, collectively.

Where Is Camera Roll In iOS 8? Here’s The Explanation

Oliver Haslam·September 22, 2014

Along with all the excitement of iOS 8 landing last week, there was a tinge of ire caused by a few very vocal people that mistakenly believed that the latest version of Apple's mobile operating system had deleted the majority of their photos. The confusion came from the removal of the Camera Roll from Apple's Photos app, with it being replaced by the rather ominously named 'Recently Added.'

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