Stories by Gary Ng

Passbook in iOS 6 has become one of those apps that may be confusing for users because there are no clear instructions provided on how to use the app. Essentially, Passbook is a repository for tickets, coupons, passes and other items you need quick access to, which will appear based on integration from supported apps....

You might not be having issues with Apple Maps in your area, but some people are. Jason Matheson fired up Xcode (via Daring Fireball) and wrote code to determine just how accurate Apple's new Maps are in Ontario. This was after he upgraded from the iPhone 3G to the iPhone 5. Here are the results of Jason's research:...

If you rely on public transit, you might be disappointed Apple Maps no longer provides this information. Apple refers you to third-party alternatives for transit directions now. You could also use the Google Maps web app to get free directions as well. The developer of CycleMap has released today, TransitMap. This app provides public transit...

If you are wondering about how macro images fare from every single generation of the iPhone, Tap Tap Tap has released a comparison of images taken using Camera+. Lisa Bettany describes how the comparison was conducted: Photo comparisons from all iPhone version cameras taken with Camera+ (First generation iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, the iPhone...

For users of the Gmail iPhone app, its has been updated for the iPhone 5's larger 4-inch display. The app provides one of the fastest and easiest ways to search emails within your Gmail account on the iPhone. The app debuted last November but the launch suffered a SNAFU after a bug with push notifications. Check out the...

Reuters reports iPhone 5 supply constraints are starting to ease up now that Sharp, a supplier of displays for the new phone has started amp up production: Sharp Corp is making "adequate volumes" of displays it is known to supply for Apple Inc's new iPhone5, a company executive said, indicating that a possible bottleneck in...

Yesterday we noted the release of the iPhone 5 on MTS, and today it appears the iPhone 5 is available from SaskTel and NorthenTel (a division of Bell Aliant) starting today as well. SaskTel's website notes three iPhone 5 capacities but they are 'out of stock' online. The list price is $178.99 (on a 3...

Apple CEO has written an apology letter on Apple.com to customers about the shortfall of Apple Maps. The latter has been criticized and seen as the 'Achilles Heel' of iOS 6 for its inaccuracies and omissions compared to Google Maps in iOS 5. Below is the letter from Cook: To our customers, At Apple, we...

First of all, let's get one thing straight: I am not an Apple "fanboy". I am not an "iSheep". Or at least by my definition. Yes, those people do exist, but I am not one of them. This article is about my experience as an Apple fan. In other words, someone who simply prefers Apple...

It's a brand new week and that means a new free App Pick of the Week from Apple. This time around, it's a pretty good one for sports and golf fans, as EA's Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 is up for the taking. There isn't much more to say other than download this game now,...

Google has announced on the Gmail blog CardDAV support for syncing Google contacts on your iOS device. Currently, Google Sync allows IMAP support for email and CalDAV for calendar entries, keeping your data synced in real-time no matter what device you are using. CardDAV support brings this to your Google contacts now for iOS: Starting...

If you're a Netflix subscriber, you'll be happy to know the app has been updated for iOS 6 compatibility and the iPhone 5's larger 4-inch screen. According to the Netflix blog: Good news! Today we updated the Netflix App for iOS to optimize for iPhone 5. Download the App and enjoy Netflix movies and TV shows on the taller iPhone...