Tag archive for ‘iOS 6’

Using iOS 6 increased by 29% following the launch of the new Google Maps application

by namit - on Dec 20th 2012 - Comments Off

Maps Apparently Apple had such a bad reputation that was the main reason that users do not update their devices to iOS 6, latest version of the mobile platform and eliminating the classic application using Google maps and replaced with Apple’s new creation.

Finally, after you submit your application Google Maps for the iPhone during the night of Wednesday, users decided to upgrade to iOS 6.

According to resources , agency that monitors the “impression” of digital signage, between Wednesday and Sunday of last week, the number of users using iOS 6 increased by 29%, with most of the changes occurring during the weekend.

The figure confirms the assumption that the maps was one of the main negatives of the operating system upgrade. The other problem, the lack of an official YouTube application for the iPad, also was solved last week, explaining that between Monday and Wednesday (before the release of Maps) using iOS 6 will increase by 13% .

Whats App application now supports iPhone 5 and iOS 6

by namit - on Nov 21st 2012 - Comments Off

The messaging application WhatsApp has offered one of the most anticipated updates to the public, which includes support for Apple terminals, iPhone 5 and version 6 operating system iOS .

The update of WhatsApp comes nearly two months after the disposal of the new terminal of Apple iPhone 5. This delay has caused many users decide to try other alternatives that are launched as messaging applications with the same services of WhatsApp.

Besides all this, the update of WhatsApp reaches iTunes uneventful apart from the added support for iOS 5 and iPhone 6. After several months of waiting for developments and improvements in the application, many users expected to receive a number of enhancements and options that complement the service offered by the company.

The last update of the application for phones with iOS included anencryption system so that messages traveling between devices via WiFi or mobile network in encrypted form. In addition to encryption, the update included the automatic download of images , which reach the phone automatically, without the user requests the download.

WhatsApp is a messaging program that works over the Internet and can communicate with users of different platforms like iOS , Android or Nokia . The version for Android is gratutia the first months, but the iPhone costs 0.89 euros.

iOS 6 continues with WiFi connection issues

by Raj K Mishra - on Nov 5th 2012 - Comments Off

The new version of iOS 6.0.1 , available for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch, not solve the problems of users to access Wi-Fi networks . Since the release of iOS 6 by Apple, was detected in the operating system a serious problem that prevented an optimal connection to Wi-Fi because of the loss of coverage and, in some cases, even to increase considerably the consumption Internet data rates .

This circumstance not be overlooked the system can recognize that the terminal was accessing the Internet through a wireless network. Another problem detected in the system was unable to run applications on an internal network as a network to connect to VPN automatically disconnected from the Wi-Fi. There are few users have been affected by this issue - not being the only flaw of the initial version of iOS 6 -, so that the same Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, he hurried around the time of promise substandard such errors as soon as possible. The reality has not been able to settle, at least not permanently. This malfunction was believed initially own version of iPhone 4S, but time has shown that any Apple device you have installed iOS version 6 can be suspected of giving problems.

 

 

Apple recommends

So far no solution for users who suffered these mishaps with their terminal connectivity, Apple’s recommendation to try to resolve the issue are to:

-First check that airplane mode is off.

-Second: restart the iOS device

-Third, update the iOS device

-Fourth: Reset network settings: Settings-> General-> Reset-> Reset Network Settings.

-Fifth and final step: restore the iOS device in iTunes.

Real improvements iOS 6.0.1

While this new version of the operating system the Cupertino company has not definitively away the ghosts of failed connections, we can say that brings improvements in other sections. Apple claims that the problems are over with the camera flash that made this not work. Has also been achieved to solve the problem of keyboard, wherein some annoying horizontal lines hampered its use. Furthermore, the problem has been fixed that prevented install software updates in iPhone 5, wireless remote, while improving the connection to mobile networks iPhone 5. Finally it should be noted that in this version is part of the “mobile data use” iTunes Match, and solves the problem of the “Passcode Lock”.

iPad Mini: official specs

by Raj K Mishra - on Oct 24th 2012 - Comments Off

The presentation of the new Macbook and iMac, Apple shows the awaited tablet iPad Mini . As expected, the size of the screen is reduced to 7.9 inches . It also reduces the housing to the 7.2 mm thickness and acquires the same finish as the iPhone 5. All features below.

Apple has finally been forced to present a more compact iPad, features that Steve Jobs himself had rejected for not more than two years. However, the tablet market has evolved so that neither firm apple can afford to turn its back on such a change.Amazon, with the Kindle Fire, Google, the Nexus 7, and to a lesser extent other manufacturers like Samsung have forced the birth of a tablet format and reduced price compact screen, select group to which we must now add the iPad Mini.

Features in detail

The iPad Mini is now official. Apple has created a smaller tablet with a multitouch screen of 7.9 inches. The resolution will remain on the display of the iPad 2 with 1024 x 768 pixels, but with 163 dots per inch. As they explain, the surface of the tablet is 35% higher than the competition, referring to devices from Google, Amazon and Samsung.

Design-wise, the first details we offer iPad look very similar to the case of the iPhone 5, with materials such as anodized aluminum and glass.

For comparison, the company has indicated that its tablet is thinner than the Nexus 7. According to data provided by Apple itself, this specification is established at 7.2 millimeters-is 23% lower than the new iPad-and weighs only 308 grams.

In more technical terms, the iPad Mini will have a processor Apple A5 dual-core, although not specified speed. However, it can record HD video FullHD, 1080p, through its five megapixel iSight camera with autofocus. Just as the iPhone 5, the camera includes an infrared filter to improve photographic results. The opening of the sensor is f/2.4. The model also includes 1.2 megapixel front camera with 720p video quality, ideal to support FaceTime HD. In both cases, the sensor is backlit to improve performance in dark environments. In the case of the main chamber, it includes video image stabilizer.As additional tools, Apple includes the Share photos on Streaming through iCloud, and face detection.

The wireless part stands for Dual Band WiFi N, capable of supporting up to 150 Mbps connections also includes WiFi + Cellulary support for LTE connections, at least the version with 3G and 4G (Nanosim card format). It also has Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS with GLONASS support. As expected, Apple updated the connector to enter the harbor Lighting.

In terms of autonomy, the model maintains the type with up to 10 hours of use (9 hours on 3G), so it matches the battery life of his older brothers. Of note, has capacity lithium polymer of 16.3 W per hour. Recharging can be done through the adapter or through USB to PC. Your operating system, iOS 6, provides all the news we saw last month, including Siri voice assistant.

 

The storage capacity is defined by three versions, as in the case of the iPhone. The iPad Mini will be available in 16, 32 and 64 GB. These versions will be priced at 329, 429 and $ 519 respectively. With respect to versions with 3G-LTE, the price rises to 459, 559 and 659 euros..

iOS 6.0.1 update to optimize iPhone 5

by Raj K Mishra - on Oct 23rd 2012 - Comments Off

The latest information indicates that the company could also to unveil a new version of iOS 6.0.1 , developed specifically to address the many problems experienced by the iPhone 5 .

After presenting an update with major changes always precede a patch that optimizes and fixes errors encountered by users.Such is the case of iOS in June, Apple’s mobile platform, following its debut on the iPhone 5 and the relevant update of all compatible iDispositivos, and numerous problems have been detected after a month at the hands of the users.

Minor update

If the portal sources BRG are right, Apple show at the press conference tomorrow, which will be released expected the iPad Mini, a new version of its operating system. Thus, iOS 6.0.1 , as leaked, would be another novelty of the Californian firm. Although it would be a minor update, it would have an important role since it would be designed to correct many of the errors discovered in the platform and especially those experienced in the iPhone 5.

Changes

According to the source, iOS 6.0.1 is already being tested by major U.S. operators. Among the improvements included upgrading found removing the distorted image of the virtual keyboard, randomly produced. Also, the flash of the camera seems to now respond smoothly when the user catches in dark conditions, conditions that seem to be failing. Another area where iOS 6.0.1 improves from the first final version is the WiFi signal reception. And is that the iPhone 5 seems that sometimes does not detect networks despite being active. Connection broadband data has also experienced significant improvements since the update addresses the issues by which iDispositivos remained “frozen” offline. Also related to 3G and 4G is the addition of broadband support with iTunes Match. Finally, at least according to the data that have transpired, Apple would have gotten away with issues Passbook allowing access from the lock screen of the terminal and the cancellation of meetings in Exchange. Although the list of changes is bulging, there is no reference to the Apple Maps improve their performance with iOS 6.0.1.

The presentation of the iPad Mini is the ideal setting to launch the update would come to other compatible handsets within weeks. Similarly, there is speculation that the multinational could give details of the next major evolution of software, iOS 6.1, which is said to appear as an upgrade this Christmas.

iOS 6 quickly drains the battery of the iPhone 4S and iPhone 4

by Raj K Mishra - on Oct 4th 2012 - Comments Off

Those who still can not have an iPhone 5 does not want to give up the novelties offered iOS 6. Most owners of an iPhone 4S or iPhone 4 are rushing to update their smartphones with the new operating system version. Adoption is still very fast. The launch of iOS 6 occurred on 18 September. From then until Monday October 1, 60 percent of iPhones already have the sixth version of the operation, while 29 percent still conseva iOS 5.1, 5 percent have iOS 5.0, and remaining 6 percent with older versions, according to market research company Chitika.

And is that users of Apple’s mobile devices are fast adopting the latest versions of the OS. Last June,Apple executives boasted that more than 80 percent of its customers had installed the latest version of its OS, iOS 5. This contrasts with the users of Android 4.0 that, by then, was present in only 7 percent of smartphones and tablets with Google’s system. Now, having the latest is not always the best.

iphone 4s

For users of an iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S, upgrade to iOS 6 represents the blessing of being able to access more than two hundred new features, maps related to Apple and improvements in dictation, voice assistant Siri and stores online Apple App Store and iTunes. However, all is not proving so positive.Various Internet forums like MacRumors and Apple Support Boards, are echoing complaints from userswho report a sharp reduction in battery life of their devices after the upgrade. At first he blamed the iOS Maps application of high consumption, but a user of iPhone 4S notes that loses ten percent when charging when the phone is in the pocket unused.

Another owner of an iPhone 4S explains that, before shifting to iOS 6, while returning each still had about 60 percent battery charge, but now returns with only 17 percent. This seems to happen even when the user has disabled location services, GPS navigation does not use, do not surf the Internet and even not making calls. Tricks and disable the maps or passbook, or manually close applications when multitasking not seem to work. A user whose iPhone 4S battery has lost 48 percent charge in half an hour without using is considering returning to version 5.1.1. iOS. Furthermore, the owners of a iPhone 4 are not having much more luck. One says his phone loses autonomy forced marches, in one hour, falling from 63 percent to 30 percent, while over the table without touching. Now, what all users are eagerly awaiting a new software update that resolves these battery problems.

Pros and cons of the new Apple mobile system

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 20th 2012 - Comments Off

Apple has released iOS update 6. Owners of iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch can now start downloading the latest version of Apple’s operating system for its mobile devices. Siri , own maps, integration with Facebook and the ability to use FaceTime video calling system with a mobile data connection are the main novelties of a California manufacturer that presented in June during its annual meeting with developers.

First recommendation: do not rush. . Probably until 10 am from there the company did not start the deployment, which will gradually be introduced to the owners of iPhone 3GS and later, the last two versions of iPad and iPod fourth and fifth generations. If you are connected to the Internet, the device will indicate that it has a free update available. When you start the process, connect to a wireless network and access MenuSettings , General , Software Update and start the download. Then, relax: the issue will take a while but when you update an application.

Siri is not for everyone. Although the new language is incorporated through the operating system, Siri requires power to operate.That is, requires a specification of hardware which carry specific iPhone 5 , its predecessor 4S, the latest iPad and a fifth-generation iPod Touch. Remember that, in any case, Siri does not work without Internet access, fixed or mobile. The wizard, among other things, write the messages written dictates.

The maps, either. Apple announced in June that dispensed with Google maps, embedded in iPhone since its launch in 2007. The company now incorporates its own mapping system with traffic information, turn by turn directions and the ability to fly ( fly over , in English) by the cities in three dimensions. As with Siri, the latter two features are only available for the last two models of iPhone, iPad 2 and later and iPod media player.

iOS6 integrates with Facebook. If you have an account on the social network, you can share content with friends and acquaintances without having to enter the application. In fact, the same as is already the case with the Twitter microblogging service. In addition, the new operating system allows photo sharing streaming with anyone. If you have an Apple mobile device, will appear in the Photos application. If you have a Mac, you will enter the iPhoto program. And if you have neither the one nor the other, so you can view on the Internet.

Passbook. With this service stored in a virtual wallet boarding passes, QR codes and loyalty cards brands or their usual café. Passbook, for example, warns of last minute changes in the gate or flight delays. The Spanish ticketeaalready offers the ability to save in this application tickets for concerts, plays and other events that are managed through its platform.

Personalized answers. far, if he received a call on iPhone could only answer or wait for the device to stop ringing. Not anymore. When you reject the call can be answered with a text message, which is not available. Or personalize your response. Many competitive phones, like HTC or Samsaung, and they did. But it is still a useful feature added to iPhone. And if you know that is not disponile for anyone, not for his mother, activate before “Do Not Disturb”.Avoid calls and other annoying warnings and notifications. The remodeling of the email application and the Safari web browser complete the major developments of an operating system which opens today. All information in Castilian, is available at this link .

Bitdefender: Popular iOS apps send unencrypted passwords

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 20th 2012 - Comments Off

Employees of Bitdefender have found in tests that some popular apps for iOS have, despite the strict control by Apple for inclusion in the App Store with sending passwords in plain text is a serious security issue. The data could be intercepted by unauthorized and used for criminal purposes.

BitDefender Anti-Sniffer App Clueful (Screenshot: Bitdefender)

“With regard to the handling of sensitive user data it requires from the iOS app developers only a few steps to take proper measures to encrypt passwords, contact names and phone numbers. The risk that such data can not be compromised, be ignored - the iOS Privacy should not be taken lightly, “shares with Bitdefender. As smartphones, both in professional and private life to be used, according to the company, the attention for the access and transfer rights of apps always be particularly high.

Bitdefender specifically points to five apps that transmit passwords in clear text: The first is “Wi-Fi Finder” JiWire. The app helps users to find free or paid Wi-Fi networks.The second “Texthog” is. This app allows the mobile personal finances and spending to keep in mind. Bitdefender is mainly because of the auto sync with the texthog.com account concerns: The could be risky if the user they have a Wi-Fi network and makes is monitored by a third party.

The third negative example is the app “iWrecked” of Vurgood Applications, which should help in the settlement of claims by creating a PDF file including images of the accident, which can be subsequently sent directly to the insurance company. However, “iWrecked” sends passwords in clear text. Bitdefender also criticized the apps “Melodis Voice Dialer” from SoundHound and “Aloha: Hang with friends” from VodkaCran: Both handle contacts and phone numbers uncertain.

Users who are concerned about their privacy can check apps on the one hand with the tool of Clueful Bitdfender. It was, however, only for a short time as an app in the App Store, Apple withdrew before the release. Since late August Bitdefender offer the functionality as a web app

Symantec also offers a handy, free widget to compare the permissions that secure apps. When choosing between two programs with similar functions, the user can so decide for the one that fewer or less critical in his view required permissions.

More protection against personal data leads Apple introduced with iOS 6th Once an app is accessing sensitive data, the user is given in the form of a dialog box’s attention. The user can allow or deny access. This mechanism is users who have jailbroken their device, known for some time. The tool Protect My Privacy protects personal data on the iOS device, by preventing the access of apps to contacts, location, device ID, and music. Quite far enough, does not have iOS 6th After all, can be restricted access to the location service, contacts, calendars, reminders and photos. The options to be found in the Privacy Settings.

iPhone 5, which has hit 5 points

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 18th 2012 - Comments Off

This week it is selling the iPhone 5 . It will be on Friday, September 21 . Meanwhile, talking about various technical sections of your profile, and for many of the wrong business strategy has argued that Apple with its new manzanófono that the European launch will have the highest price of the range.

This, along with other items that have been controversial and critical-last week we reviewed five of them - have served to have removed many of the iPhone 5 true scent of disappointment . Still, to God what is God’s and to Caesar what is Caesar: the sixth generation of Apple phones also boasts some features that are praiseworthy . Today we look at five of these benefits.

Design

To those of Cupertino may criticize them for many things, but rarely is by design, but as discussed in another article, even this can be controversial. In the case of the iPhone , each of the six deliveries has been a benchmark for the elegant look of the terminal and the attractiveness of the materials used.

The iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S devices were excellent level design, though perhaps not very functional: the use of glass in the case imposed a certain fragility to shocks and accidents. So has been so good decision to go for the same line of sight in the iPhone 5, but this time opting for the aluminum .The new colors are really nice, and it’s very thin and light.


Camera

While retaining the same resolution of eight megapixels , Apple remains committed to faithfully capture the camera with the iPhone 5. The idea is based on two points: first, the sensor is very bright, and the lenses are of a excellent quality -based sapphire crystal - and, secondly, improving the stabilizer , which appreciate especially when we go to shoot videos with a maximum resolution- FullHD .

Moreover, this time the firm Californian has integrated a feature that will allow us to make panoramic photographs that, in practice, condense a canvas no less than 28 megapixels .

Larger screen

Right. It falls short of the proposal, at least in size, they wield other manufacturers that make recognizable their mobile betting on high-end large format panels. But it’s something, at least, this time, Apple has given budge and leaves the standard 3.5 inches for the new iPhone 5 , causing the screen to grow to four inches. It does well without losing none of its award-winning quality Retina , defined by a resolution in density, gives a result of 326 points per inch . This time, as the panel grows along, is where pixels are added to yield a distribution of 1136 x 640 pixels.


Improved Wi-Fi

He has criticized the iPhone 5 that the sensor LTE will not work in Spain -and now, no commercial coverage, or perhaps when opening the market in our country. However, connectivity includes an innovation that is very interesting for users who have access to fiber connection points. It is thanks to the presence of a sensor compatible with dual-band 802.11n , the iPhone 5 could browse Internet with download rates of up to 150 Mb / s . However, to do this we must have, as we say, with an access point that yields the flow and be supported by a series of circumstances that make it possible to approach this speed.

More power, same autonomy

Although it seems, the processor of the iPhone 5 is still based on a dual-core architecture , the guys from Apple have managed to duplicate this unit results in both speed and performance of the system as usual routines in graphic calculations , which will be especially interesting during web browsing as during the days of use with video games especially powerful .

Furthermore, the size of the chip A6 is a 22 percent smaller , making it also more efficient. This has resulted in a consumption of battery which has enabled not fall autonomy indices, which remain regarding the seen as official terms in the previous generation: about eight hours of continuous use with 3G enabled sensor.

IPHONE 5: EVOLUTION OR REVOLUTION FOR APPLE?

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 13th 2012 - Comments Off

With the iPhone 5 , “ we do not want a new phone, but a much better design.In all its ambiguity multivalent subject to interpretation, this sentence of Jonathan Ive, head of design productsApple , willingly reflect complacency whose “Apple brand” is customary.But for many observers, the words die, disintegrate and reveal a different reality than the common spirit did not fail to appear, as the deadline neared.

At the discretion of mouth-to-ear and fuss of “buzz machine” more a nobody had been told that the alignment precedence over innovation. Many media have also assayed in the sense that their Morning Edition, September 12.If the rumors peddled globally had long since established in advance, with remarkable accuracy, the silhouette of the iPhone 5, they had also suggested that the natural evolution would take precedence over innovation.

A light-years of a crippling standstill, the change is orchestrated smoothly under the leadership of Tim Cook, now accustomed keynotes.The iPhone 4S has still left traces, so much so that his successor takes many features.The iPhone 5 is still thinner and lighter: 140 grams and 9.3 mm for its predecessor, it goes to 112 grams and 7.6 mm.

The combination of glass and aluminum in the composition of the chassis is not foreign.

In contrast, the exit LiquidMetal, this ultra-resistant coating that issue since it was spring and the renewal of the agreement which bound its inventors exclusive to Apple.Efforts are concentrated on the screen itself. In the vein of new multimedia applications, the ensemble won the surface: 4 inches, tipped as a very long time (November 2011 in this case) is more than 3.5 inches on the iPhone 4S.

In addition, the ratio 3:2 display hitherto in force, the Cupertino makes the leap to 16:9, 1136 x 640 dots or 326 ppi.And Phil Schiller added, without escape: “ This format? This is because the terminal is in better hands. ”In return, it will be up to developers to adapt their applications. A non-optimization will result in black bars display the worst effect.If the integration of touch sensors in liquid crystal technology (in-cell) is not a first in the world of mobility, its benefits are undeniable, with less flare and improved colorimetry: 44 % tolerance on saturation sRGB profile.

Another performance gain, the processor, now a A6, said twice faster than the iPhone 4S A5X. This velocity is particularly verify launch applications.Added a processor to chipset amazing potential seen some demonstrations on game scenes and 3D animations.Also integrated into the A6, 3G modem / 4G offers compatibility to HSPA + 21 Mbit / s and DC-HSDPA 42 Mbit / s, but also a download speed of 100 Mbit / s LTE (Long-Term Evolution ).

Claimed on the compatibility of 4G mobile networks across the globe, Apple has shown little to say and instead emphasize the dynamic implementation of an antenna and a chip only dedicated to voice processing such as data .Wi-Fi is also supercharged (Ultra-Fast Wireless), but the Bluetooth 4.0 is still not at the rendezvous. Nor that contactless technology short range NFC (Near-Field Communication).

The immutability is more evident at the optic backbone: the sensor resolution maxes out at 8 megapixels (3264 x 2488 points), still f/2.4, with a supplement of soul: a low light mode dynamic doubled to functionality panorama 28 megapixels.720p front camera includes facial recognition. Three microphones that associate themselves bonifieront experience FaceTime, now available on 3G / 4G.

Concentrate energy efficient technology at first. And yet, autonomy is average, somewhat higher than the 4S: 8 hours 3G or 4G, 10 hours Internet browsing using Wi-Fi, 40 hours of audio playback, 225 hours standby.This achievement is due to the miniaturization of components. Not only the speaker is 20% smaller, but the motherboard itself is a reduced size. Therefore, the battery is more powerful, though irremovable in a unibody chassis.

To recharge the battery, a new type of connector makes its appearance. It does not count 19 pin had left as reflected some “stolen shots”, but it contrasts with the model in force since 2007 and the first iPhone.Here, occupies 80% less area. Apple provide (sell?) adapter to make it compatible with existing equipment. Major manufacturers (Bose, B & O, JBL and others) are working on their side.

Although less verve than at host Siri (it was with the iPhone 4S), the software ecosystem has been shortened presentation.In its 6th finalized version dedicated to deployment of 19 September for all iPad, iPhone 3GS and later as the latest generation of iPods Touch, iOS 6 enriched yet a mapping tool house.

A sort of Street View most impressive, with three-dimensional visualizations, filmed with cameras in relief.Apart from a iTunes lightened with a mini video player, iCloud functionality Tabs made a notable appearance. It allows you to synchronize content such as tabs across multiple instances of Safari on Mac OS X and iOS.

iPhone 5: Features official

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 13th 2012 - Comments Off

The iPhone 5 and is an official product. We explain each and every one of its features and characteristics of the new model which replaces a legendary saga mobile has changed the way we understand the telephone.

 

The iPhone 5 is a reality. A name that after two years of waiting has seen the light. The sixth generation model Apple is already among us. A terminal as expected Wi LTE and a bigger screen.The first terminal of the post Steve Jobs, the iPhone 5, has brought in check the worldwide media for long and we can give all the details of a model that will be historic regardless of how they behave commercially, said Incidentally, it appears that will work quite well. Tim Cook has been the master of ceremonies of the arrival of the first mobile phone equipped with technologyup to 100 Mbps LTE . gem defined according to Apple. The iPhone 5 will be sold in Europe through Vodafone, Telefonica, Orange, confirmed. Note that the version that will come to Spain will not be LTE, but Dual Cell HSDPA up to 42.2 megawatts. Note that from the start will come with front black and white, always with aluminum finish on the back.

 

Benefits

The Apple iPhone 5 phone is equipped with touchscreen mobile operating system iOS 6. It has 7.6 mm, 18% thinner than its predecessor and weighs 112 grams. The equipment has a 4-inch Retina display, with a density of 326 ppi, with a resolution of 1136 x 640 pixels. It must be said that the times we feel like four inches a fair bit, although it is important to congratulate Apple for having achieved a larger screen without making the wider terminal.

His design has changed very little from its predecessor which was at the time when a clear signature aesthetic evolution. Aesthetically it is a reality that the model is continuity and that once again the press has nailed it with the photos we had seen so far. The body is made of aluminum. The larger screen allows one more line of icons. Theprocessor is an Apple A6, 22% smaller and better energy management that the A5. The standard supports WiFi a / b / g / n up to 150 Mbps Bluetooth 4.0 connection.

iPhone 5 black

The digital camera

The digital camera has a resolution of eight megapixels equipped with LED flash and a brightness of F2.4 opening. Its performance appears panorama function that allows photos up to 28 megapixels. The overlying crystal is sapphire.Internally is a five-element lens. It has improved stabilization, face detection is now up to 10 people and have the ability to take pictures while recording video. The iPhone 5 is provided with three microphones one front, one rear and one at the front at the bottom but which assume as compensation work. On the subject of the images we can say that there has been a system in which you subscribe to photos that makes anyone with an iOS device 6. A sort of Instagram on demand for Apple users that is called PhotoStream .

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New connector

A new feature was expected that the new connector is smaller and it is called Lightning. 80% smaller than it had so far and as expected there will be a series of adapters to use the current 30-pin connectors. Certainly using curious decision when all manufacturers are working towards a standard. As already knew the firm has opted for a system of navigation maps and owner, as their relationship with Google is clear that bypasses its best. On the topic of navigation is no news, because now from Safari yes you can have a full screen of a website, something that previous models could not.Incidentally Siri also improves ability to manage your social networks and access services online reservations through his.

iPhone 5 black

The runtimes are 8 hours of talk time, 8 hours 3G browsing, the same as with LTE. In the case of WiFi autonomy is 10 hours, the same as if we play video. If we use it as a music player autonomy is 40 hours. 10 in video mode and 225 hours in stand by. The first prices with operators that have been given are 199 16 GB, 32 GB and 399 299 64GB.Important to mention that the iPhone 4S, always talking about prices in the U.S. with operator, will stay at $ 99, while the iPhone 4 will go free.

Lighter, thinner and faster: Apple Unveils iPhone 5

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 13th 2012 - Comments Off

As expected, Apple has unveiled the iPhone 5.Design and technical features are largely ahead of the idea became known rumors. The display is 4 inches tall and has a resolution of 640 x 1136 pixels. The pixel density is as usual at 326 ppi.The iPhone 5 weighs 112 grams and is 7.6 mm thin. The height is 123.8 mm. According to Apple, it is thus the world’s thinnest and lightest smartphone. At least in comparison to its predecessor, and the Samsung Galaxy S III tune these details: The Android device weighs 133 grams and with dimensions of 137 x 71 x 8.6 mm is a bit bulky. The housing is not, as with the iPhone 4 and 4S from completely glass, but for the most part made of aluminum.

Like the previous model, there is the iPhone 5 with 16, 32 and 64 GB. In conjunction with a two-year contract, it is in the U.S. for 199, 299 and $ 399 available. German prices were not yet finalized at. The sale starts on 21 September in Australia, Germany, France, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and USA. A week later it will be available in 22 other countries, including Austria and Switzerland. Pre-orders are from 14 September accepted.

The LTE support covers more countries than is the case with the third-generation iPad. In the compatibility list appears as a German provider but only on the telecom. It remains to be seen whether the iPhone 5 is also compatible with other LTE networks.

According to Apple, the iPhone 5 is compared to the 4S get twice the performance. Therefore, the new A6 processor is responsible. About the technical details of the chip did Apple do not.Presumably it is but a quad-core processor. Due to optimized chip production to the A6 be significantly more energy efficient than its predecessor. Therefore, the iPhone 5 also provides a longer battery life than the iPhone 4S.

To take photos and videos in the new iPhone 5 has done little in comparison to the iPhone 4S. It still comes with a sensor 8 megapixels used. However, the attached for video calling on the front lens can now record in 720p. Its predecessor in this regard was standard VGA resolution. IOS 6 supports the Camera app the panorama mode. This is to landscape shots with up to 28 megapixels possible. The feature can but with a trick also be activated for iOS 5.

As expected, there is the iPhone 5 and a new dock connector. Apple calls the new port Lightning connector. This supports Thunderbolt and is compared to the current 30-pin connector significantly smaller. With an appropriate adapter should be previously available accessories can be used on.

Google released standalone YouTube app for iOS

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 12th 2012 - Comments Off

Google has just before the expected start of iOS 6 a Youtube client in Apple’s App Store set. He is initially willing but only in the U.S. edition of the marketplace for free download. Moreover, so far only iPhone and iPod Touch are supported, for the iPad should appear in the coming months an optimized version, as the YouTube blog states.

The independent Youtube Client offers more features than the version developed by Apple, but advertising is displayed (Image: Google).

The independent Youtube Client offers more features than the version developed by Apple, but advertising is displayed (Image: Google).

Apple had the fourth beta of iOS 6shipped without the hitherto always contained Youtube client. At the same time, it announced that Google was working on a standalone app for access to the video service. Apple officially justified the waiver with the expiration of its license. In fact, it is likely the iPhone maker, but be about further distancing itself from Google’s services. In June he had already announced that he would replace Google Maps in iOS 6 by its own 3D maps application. Background are obviously global patent dispute between Apple and Google’s Android partners.

On the first iPhone Youtube was one of the most important functions. Since the Apple smartphone has never support Adobe’s Flash Player, Google was even forced to re-encode all the videos on Youtube, so they can be accessed with the iPhone. Since then, Apple was for the advancement of responsible Youtube App for iOS. However, there have in recent years only a few updates. First and foremost, the video player and the connection to social networks have been improved.

The recently published independent Youtube client for iOS brings some major changes, however. For example, it can be tens of thousands of additional videos are played, including mainly music videos of the big record companies. This is made possible by commercials that Apple had previously prohibited the preinstalled version of the YouTube application so far.

“Over the last years, this resulted in a limited user experience, and caused a lot of frustration,” said Francisco Varela, Director responsible for Platform Partnerships at YouTube. “We will change that: You can now view your Lady Gaga video on your phone.”

The new client also facilitates browsing subscribed channels that are displayed by a swipe to the right on the left of the screen. There are also new options for sharing videos on Facebook and Google+. The search has also been improved.

For Google, the self-developed Youtube App for iOS a potential new source of revenue to see represent According to him, Youtube users worldwide a billion videos a day on their mobile devices. With listings on the iOS app, the company could achieve a huge new audience. It will not overdo it with the advertising but.

Apple distributes third developer version of OS X 10.8.2

by Raj K Mishra - on Sep 7th 2012 - Comments Off

Apple has provided developers last night, another preview of OS X 10.8.2, the second update to its latest operating system, Lion Mountain. She carries the build number 12C43. The second beta of the number 12C35 was released a week earlier.

Testers of the operating system update will focus on the areas of memory, according to 9to5Mac, Facebook, Game Center, News, Power Nap and Safari.Known bugs called Apple does not, as with the previous versions.

During the first update for Mountain Lion has removed the most serious defects of the latest desktop operating system, OS X 10.8.2 causes new features such as the integration of Facebook and provides the compatibility with iOS 6th Among the new features of the upcoming mobile operating system, requiring a Mac OS update, includes the fusion of the Apple ID and telephone number in iMessage and FaceTime, shared photo streams and other improved features iCloud.

According to Apple Insider OS X 10.8.2 also improves the function introduced by Mountain Lion Power Nap. It believes that the new MacBook Pro with retina display and the MacBook Air is the third and fourth generation is current, while it is in sleep mode. Also automatic backups using Time Machine is now possible.

The third developer version of OS X 10.8.2 is available as a delta and combo update. It is striking that both are approximately the same: the Delta Update 678.89 MB and the combo update 678.98 MB. As usual, can be combined with the delta update the direct predecessor - ie 10.8.1 - Update. The combo update is suitable for all other installations of Mountain Lion.

The rapid succession of new builds and the small version number jumps indicate that OS X 10.8.2 will appear shortly. Apple will probably release it with iOS 6, which is scheduled for the autumn.For the 12th September, the company has to an event in San Francisco invited on which it will unveil the iPhone 5.

Security flaw in iPhone that has existed for five years

by Raj K Mishra - on Aug 18th 2012 - Comments Off

A security researcher and hacker iOS exposed a flaw present in all versions of the mobile system Apple released today, including new test version of iOS 6. The bug would allow the theft of personal data of any user to answer an SMS alert or an automated voice mail with sensitive information.

The flaw takes advantage of a protocol called PDU, which deals with sending and receiving various messages on mobile devices, including automatic. Through the protocol, you can access the header of the message text, and as the recipient of the iOS automatic messages are hidden, the number to which the message should be sent could be modified by hackers without the knowledge of the sender. If the content of SMS have any personal or confidential information, it could easily be diverted.

Apple has not yet ruled on the matter, but there is no immediate danger, because companies and financial institutions, for example, never ask for sensitive information via text messages, which could be diverted.

Still, the risk exists. The fact is that this failure is already present in the system of the company for five years, and has not yet been exploited on a scale large enough to cause problems, but it’s good for Apple to open the eye.

A fingerprint reader in the iPhone 5

by Raj K Mishra - on Aug 18th 2012 - Comments Off
Apple has captured a leader of mobile security, AuthenTec.Amount of the transaction? More than $ 356 million, one of the largest buyouts of Apple … This firm, based in Florida, provides security software for networks, computers and …mobiles. Its technologies are already over a hundred million units worldwide.
The origin of this operation dates back to 2011. At the time, several companies AuthenTec approach to present its mobile security solutions. At the end of the round, only Apple is truly interested in the proposed technologies and their prices. In February 2012, negotiations take place between the two companies for an acquisition. Main stumbling block: AuthenTec argues that a takeover would require a heavy restructuring, given that the company has many customers (Samsung, for example, signed an agreement with the firm last June). For its part, Apple claims that it needs to acquire these technologies as soon as possible to incorporate in its future products. AuthenTec eventually claiming $ 9 per share and discussions get bogged down, Apple sticking to his positions at $ 8.

The sensor that changes everything

Bombshell, AuthenTec unveils shortly before a fingerprint of 192 x 8 pixels, combining various encryption technologies related to that of a single password [One Time Password, a password that is only used once, Ed] . Apple will return to the load by offering this time a licensing agreement. But ultimately, it is a redemption that is signed in late July.
There is little doubt that it is embedded technology in the sensor that has precipitated the transaction. With this acquisition, Apple makes sure to take a good step ahead of competitors and gives the possibility to easily integrate technology from AuthenTec in all its products, computers and televisions included future.
The question is not whether the fingerprint reader will one day be incorporated into the next generation of iPhone. The uncertainty is its presence in the iPhone 5 to be unveiled next month and whose millions of copies are already being assembled on production lines.AuthenTec must certainly work for some time on this drive and the ability to integrate it into asmartphone Apple. The Cupertino store for us does some big surprises? Due to its small size, one imagines perfectly integrated into the home button of an iPhone. Passbook coupled to, the intended application to act as an electronic purse in iOS 6 , it would transform the iPhone into a real secure method of payment, provided, of course, the unit is equipped with an NFC chip