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iOS 6 Hands-on: Facebook Integration, Shared Photo Streams, Mail, Safari & Privacy Controls
Apple's newest mobile operating system, iOS 6, comes with over 200 new features. In this hands-on article, we take a look at the new Facebook integration, the various enhancements in Photo Stream, Mail, and Safari, as well as the new Privacy controls.
WWDC 2012: iOS 6 Highlights (Update)
At long last, the new and upcoming iOS 6 has been unveiled. While we still have till fall to wait for the official build, here's a list of features for you to mull over before September 19th arrives. Check them out after the jump!
Alleged Photos of the iPad Mini Surface (Update)
ZooGue has obtained what seems to be photos of the iPad mini's rear panel, sparking off a discussion that Apple is not only "going for the same new speaker grille design as on the iPhone 5 components we’ve seen" but will also feature a "smaller dock connector". Bloomberg also reports hearing that the iPad Mini will not feature the Retina Display.
Feature Limitations in iOS 6 Mark the Start of iOS Fragmentation?
A closer look has revealed how much some of the more exciting features on iOS 6 will be left out - case in point, the new 3D Flyover feature and turn-by-turn voice navigation within Apple's new Maps app - on older devices such as the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.
WWDC 2012: Apple Updates MacBook Lineup, Introduces Retina Display-equipped MacBook Pro
Apple has refreshed its MacBooks with Ivy Bridge processors, USB 3.0 support, extra SSD storage, and NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M GPUs. A super thin, optical drive-less 15-inch MacBook Pro sporting a 2,880 x 1,800-pixel Retina display was also unveiled.
WWDC 2012: Rumor Round-up
The once a year Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is about to commence in a few hours. For those unwilling to stay up for the live coverage, here's a list of Apple-flavored speculations to satiate your appetite for now. Click on!
Automatic App Download Might Debut in OS X Mountain Lion
The convergence of OS X and iOS features have been set in motion, with each iteration of OS X sporting more features that were exclusively found on the iOS. The latest one to appear on the media radar, is Automatic Downloads, which may debut with Mountain Lion.
Retina Graphics Apps Point to Retina Display on Thinner Macbook Pros
There are plenty of rumors swirling around the web prior to Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference due to commence tonight. However the appearance of apps with "Retina Graphics" in Apple's Mac App Store have pretty much confirmed the use of Retina displays on some of Apple's new hardware.
Apple to Release New Tracking Tool for Apps at WWDC 2012?
Apple is said to be releasing a new app tracking tool for developers to monitor who uses their software. This is part of Apple's strategy to better protect user privacy.
OS X Mountain Lion and New iCloud Features Coming to iOS 6?
More updates are said to come to iOS 6, including OS X Mountain Lion - Notification Center ‘Do Not Disturb’ toggle, Safari iCloud Tabs, and Mail VIPs - and extended iCloud features.
Prototype Apple HDTV Surfaces in The Wild (Update)
An undisclosed source claims they've encountered a prototype model of Apple's upcoming high-definition television. The alleged Apple HDTV also flaunts LED backlights, much like Apple's current line-up of Cinema Display monitors, albeit on a larger scale.
No iOS 6 for Original iPad and Third-Gen iPod Touch?
iOS 6, rumored to be announced during the upcoming WWDC 2012, will allegedly not support the original iPad or third-generation iPod touch, the Verge reports.
Next-Gen iPhone to Include HD Camera?
According to a source, Apple's sixth-gen iPhone may be integrated with a front-facing camera capable of shooting with high definition resolution. Mingchi Kuo, KGI analyst, mentioned that Apple is expected to make "quite a few adjustments" to its next iPhone.
Facebook Integration and Revamped iOS Stores in iOS 6?
Facebook integration will be baked into the upcoming iOS alongside revamped iOS digital stores, Tech Crunch and 9to5Mac reports.
Next-Gen iPhone Front Panel and Back Plate Point to Longer 4.0-inch Screen
Leaked images and a video of the next-gen iPhone parts point to a longer, 16:9 format 4.0-inch touch screen, a metal back and a smaller dock connector.
iOS 6 to Showcase Siri API and iPad Support, 3D Mapping Functionality
Apple's iOS 6 will allegedly welcome an assortment of improvements, including the availability of Siri on iPad, Siri API for developers and last but not least, Apple's own mapping system with 3D functionality.
Apple Alleged to Drop Google Maps in iOS 6
Apple will allegedly be dropping Google Maps in iOS 6 and will rely on its in-house Maps application, 9to5Mac reports.
iPad mini to Come with $200-250 Price Tag in October?
The upcoming 7.85-inch iPad mini is said to arrive in October with a low price tag of US$200 to US$250, Apple watcher iMore reports.
Apple Announces WWDC 2012 Dates; Tickets Sell Out in Two Hours
Apple has announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference will be held from June 11-15 in San Francisco. And in less than two hours, all tickets have been snapped up.
New iPhone Rumored with 4.6-inch Display
A larger 4.6-inch display and launching in Q2 2012. These are the latest rumors for Apple's upcoming iPhone, as shared by an unnamed source to the Maeli Business Newspaper.
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