iOS

aTV Flash (black) 2.2 Released by Firecore to Support iOS 6.1

The Firecore team has announced the release of aTV Flash (black) 2.2 and Seas0nPass to support Apple TV firmware 5.2 (iOS 6.1) to support Bluetooth keyboards and more. Full list of changes NEW! Added support for Apple TV 5.2 and Bluetooth keyboards Minor improvements to backups Minor improvements to DVD playback A handful of other...

Apple Releases iOS 6.1.1 for Download for the iPhone 4S [Update]

Apple has released iOS 6.1.1 and currently is showing up as an OTA update on the iPhone 4S with the following description to address 3G issues: This update fixes an issue that could impact cellular performance and reliability for iPhone 4S. Earlier today it was reported Apple was set to release iOS 6.1.1 to address...

Apple Releases iOS 6.1.1 Beta for Developers

Just over a week after iOS 6.1 was released publicly, Apple has released iOS 6.1.1 (build  10B311) for developers and it includes some map improvements for Japan. The release notes share the following: Improved pronunciation of roads during turn-by-turn navigation Optimized directions to more strongly prefer highways over narrower roads Now indicates upcoming toll roads during...

Did You Know iOS Keeps Your iMessage Attachments Even After Deletion?

iClarified is reporting that iOS keeps a copy of your SMS and iMessage attachments even after you've deleted them, according to several tips received from their readers. They've noted that iMessage attachments, which are saved in /var/mobile/Library/SMS/Attachments directory, are not removed from this location even after the original attachment has been deleted in newer versions of iOS....

iTunes Ecosystem Makes It Tough For Apple Users To Join A Rival Platform

Despite Apple's apparent downshift from a growth stock to a value stock in the recent few months, the level of customer loyalty that iOS enjoys from its users, is basically what drives increasing value to the company. According to a recent article by AllThingsD, iOS is sticky, and it’s stickiness is what makes it tough for Apple users...

Apple Releases iOS 6.1 For Download for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

Apple has finally released iOS 6.1 for download. It's available by going to General-->Settings-->Software Update, or by plugging in your device via iTunes. iOS 6.1 beta 5 was released to developers just two days ago. The update notes as follows: LTE support for more carriers Purchase movie tickets through Fandango with Siri (US only) iTunes...

Apple Releases iOS 6.1 Beta 5 to Developers [Update]

Apple tonight has released iOS 6.1 beta 5 to developers. This release comes on the eve of the expiration of beta 4 (released last Dec. 17th) slated for tomorrow. With the release of iOS 6.1 beta 5, the final golden master build shouldn't be too far off. The new evad3rs jailbreak team is looking forward...

iOS Is The Priority Platform Among Developers Says Study

Analyst firm Vision Mobile has today released its Developer Economics 2013 report, the fourth in the series, revealing which platforms have the highest priority among developers and which platforms make their developers the most money. As expected, iOS leads with 48% developers reporting it as their lead platform, followed by Android and BlackBerry. According to the study, 44% developers...

iOS 7 Concept Shows Off ‘Quick Settings’ for System Shortcuts [VIDEO]

Artist André Luis Moreira (almanimation) has shared his concept vision for iOS 7 on The Verge forums. The concept focuses on the implementation of a customizable 'Quick Settings' panel for users to access system settings. A new 'App Flow Multitasker' beefs up the iOS multitasking tray, as now users will see a preview screenshot of...

Potentially Malicious JavaScript Bug Discovered In iOS 6

A new JavaScript bug that can potentially cause some major security and privacy implications, has been discovered in iOS 6 that re-enables JavaScript in mobile Safari without asking the user, AppleInsider is reporting. It appears that a new "Smart App Banner" feature in iOS 6, this allows developers to promote App Store software within Safari, is responsible. The...