What a difference a month can make. Google today published the latest edition of the Google Android Platform Versions report and Android KitKat has jumped from 13.6% to 17.9%. As impressive as the jump is, there is even better news. KitKat is finally on more devices than the aging Gingerbread release which now stands at 13.5%. Not only are new […]
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Apple poaches Tag Heuer executive ahead of Apple iWatch launch
In an another sign that it is about to enter the wearables space, Apple has poached a senior executive from Tag Heuer, the Swiss luxury watch brand that is part of the LVMH conglomerate. Tag Heuer confirmed that ice president for sales, Patrick Pruniaux, left the company today and was headed to Apple. A Tag Heuer spokesperson told Reuters that […]
Apple to announce iPhone 6 in early September?
The Apple iPhone 6 has been the topic of rumours almost from the time that Apple announced its predecessor and current model, the iPhone 5S. Recent rumours have been pointing to a September release date and MacRumors is the latest to throw its weight behind this time frame. According to an unnamed “reliable” source, Apple will likely announce it sometime […]
Samsung back to poking fun at Apple with “Wall Huggers” ad
Samsung famously ran a series of ads that poked fun at Apple customers waiting in line for the next iPhone a few years back. The ad series eventually ran its course and Samsung shifted to other themes for its ads but Apple remains a favourite target. Its latest ad for the Samsung Galaxy S5 takes it back to familiar grounds. This time, […]
Parenting with the Apple iPhone 5S
Apple yesterday released a second ad in its new “You’re more powerful than you think” series. While the first one focused on health and fitness, the second one is likely to hit closer to home for many. Called “Parenthood,” It shows how the Apple iPhone 5S can make you a better and more fun parent in a number of ways. […]
Apple iOS 7.1.2 now available for download
Apple released a new update for iOS 7 today. iOS 7.1.2 is a relatively minor update that does not include any new functionality but fixes a number of bugs, including a security issue affecting email attachments. Improves iBeacon connectivity and stability Fixes a bug with data transfer for some third-party accessories, including bar code scanners Corrects an issue with data […]
Apple iWatch to come in “Designer” and “Sports” variants?
A growing number of rumours are pointing to an October launch for the Apple iWatch. Not as clear is what shape the iWatch could take. Past rumours have suggested both round and rectangular displays. It now appears that Apple could in fact offer both. PocketNow has learned that Apple is testing two very different designs and could launch both of […]
Apple to offer multiple iWatch models at launch?
With the expected launch of the Apple iWatch getting closer, the rumour mill has picked up dramatically. A report earlier this week was the latest to peg the launch at an October time frame but unlike other rumours, it suggested that the Apple iWatch would come with a fairly large 2.5-inch display. A report by The Wall Street Journal now […]