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iPad By Davis: “Tim Cook finishes as runner-up in Time Magazine’s Person of the Year 2012” plus 18 more

iPad By Davis: “Tim Cook finishes as runner-up in Time Magazine’s Person of the Year 2012” plus 18 more

Tim Cook finishes as runner-up in Time Magazine’s Person of the Year 2012

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 11:31 PM PST

Tim Cook finishes as runner-up in Time Magazine's Person of the Year 2012Tim Cook has finished in the second runners-up spot for this years' Time Magazine Person of the Year award. Time Magazine has announced that this year's outright winner would be US President Barack Obama. Time then revealed its four runners-up and in order they were Malala Yousafzai, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Egyptian president Mohammed Morsi and Italian physicist Fabiola Gianotti, respectively. Cook was handpicked by the late Steve Jobs to take over his position at Apple back in 2011.

And like an Apple product, Cook runs smooth and fast. When Jobs died on Oct. 5, 2011, of pancreatic cancer, there were questions about whether Cook could lead Apple. Some, myself included, wondered whether Apple was even a viable company without Jobs. Since then Cook has gone about his business apparently unintimidated by his role as successor to one of the greatest innovators in history. Cook's record hasn't been flawless, but he has presided in a masterly way over both a thorough, systematic upgrading of each of the company's major product lines and a run-up in the company's financial fortunes that can only be described as historic.

The award is given every year by Time Magazine to recognise the people who have done the most to influence the events of that particular year. As a result of finishing as a runner-up, Tim Cook will appear on one of the covers of the Time Magazine "Person of the Year issue. Writer Lev Grossman has already written a detailed profile charting Tim Cook's first full year as Apple's CEO. The profile is well worth reading and includes some interesting insight into Cook's daily working routines.

Cook does have a few things in common with Jobs. He's a workaholic, and not of the recovering kind. He wakes up at 3:45 every morning ("Yes, every morning"), does e-mail for an hour, stealing a march on those lazy East Coasters three time zones ahead of him, then goes to the gym, then Starbucks (for more e-mail), then work. "The thing about it is, when you love what you do, you don't really think of it as work. It's what you do. And that's the good fortune of where I find myself."

Source: Time Magazine

Cut the Rope creators release new addicting game Pudding Monsters

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 09:44 PM PST

The makers of the highly addicting Cut the Rope have released a new puzzle adventure called Pudding Monsters. Just as cute and just as addicting as Cut the Rope, Pudding Monsters is destined to also be a huge hit. The goal is to help the adorable little Pudding Monsters (I think they look more like Jell-O) save their friends from the cold-hearted fridge owner by getting them to stick together.

Seriously, this game rocks. Go get it. Now!

ZEN & TECH live!

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 07:00 PM PST

ZEN and TECH is back, and we're talking how to beat the holiday blues!

Want to go full screen? Head to iMore.com/live. Want to watch via iPhone or iPad? Grab the Ustream app and search for "mobilenations". Want to subscribe to any or all of our shows? Head on over to our podcast page.

Forums: WiFi fixes in latest update, Ditching the Nexus 7 for the iPad mini

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 06:52 PM PST

Found an interesting article you want to share with iMore? Have a burning question about that feature you just can't figure out? There is ALWAYS more happening just a click away in the forums. You can always head over and join in the conversation, search for answers, or lend your expertise to other members of our community. You check out some of the threads below:

If you're not already a member of the iMore Forums, register now!

Check out Givit Video Highlighter and enter to win a brand new iPad mini!

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 03:06 PM PST

Check out Givit Video Highlighter and enter to win a brand new iPad mini!

Leave a comment for your chance to win a brand new iPad mini from Givit!

Givit Video Highlighter is an app that lets you take all the videos you shoot on your iPhone or have stored in Dropbox or SkyDrive, stitch them together, add transitions, effects, and music, and easily share the finished movie with the people you care about. In other words, Givit Video Highlighter lets you take great moments and turn them into great movies. And now they've released version 1.4.0., which comes complete with Twitter and Twitter card support, a simpler, better trimming interface, fade out effects, and a new plus button to add even more clips and color breaks while editing.

If you're already a Givit user, grab the update in the App Store. If you're not, grab the free app now and give it a try:

What's more, the awesome folks are VMIX Media are so happy with the update, they want to celebrate by giving a lucky iMore reader the chance to win a brand new iPad mini of their very own.

All you have to do to enter is leave a comment telling VMIX which Givit Video Highlighter feature, past or present, is your absolute favorite. That's it!

iStopMotion updated with better audio support

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 01:46 PM PST

iStopMotion 2.0 for iPhone and iPad now available and on sale

iStopMotion, the stop motion animation app for iPad, has been updated to version 2.0 and brings full audio support in the clip editor, more import options, ability to view audio waveform, and more. iStopMotion has been a favorite app among stop motion animation enthusiasts for 10 years, and version 2.0 just makes this great app even better. The free companion app that lets you use your iPhone as a remote camera has also been updated

With iStopMotion 2.0, you can now record audio right inside the app either before capturing frames or after while watching the clips play back. You can also limit the soundbyte to the length of the current clip, monitor the audio signal coming into the iPad and preview the sound to ensure it's exactly how you want. You can use the iPad's built-in microphone or any microphone or sound input device that is compatible with your device.

iStopMotion 2.0 also now allows you to pull in music from your iPad's music library, Dropbox, SoundCloud, or copy audio files prepared on a computer via iTunes File Sharing. Imported audio files will automatically be stored in iStopMotion's audio library for future use.

There is also a new Navigator featured in iStopMotion 2.0 in addition to the classic Timeline that displays full animation from start to finish at a glance, including the sound track visualized as a waveform. Simply tap and drag the Navigator's slider to scrub through clips or quickly jump to specific scenes by tapping the desired section. If you want a larger workspace for animating, this Navigator can easily be hidden from view.

In addition to these new features, iStopMotion has also received improvements to Time Lapse and Remote Camera connectivity and stability.

In celebration of their 10 year anniversary, iStopMotion for iPad is on sale for $4.99 until December 28 (normally $9.99).

Flickr for iPhone updated with better Facebook sharing and more notifications

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 01:19 PM PST

Flickr for iPhone updated with better Facebook sharing and more notifications

Just one week following its huge update that introduced filters, Flickr for iPhone has been updated again with a few more improvements including better Facebook sharing and more options for notifications.

This update to Flickr includes better visibility of photo upload status, easier sharing to Facebook, the option to receive instant notifications when a Facebook friend joins Flickr, the ability to easily find your Twitter contacts on Flickr, and notifications when someone comments on a photo that you've also commented on. Flickr has also fixed issues with Google sign-in and other bug fixes.

This isn't a hugely significant update to Flickr, but what is significant is that Yahoo seems to be dedicating time, energy, and resources in their mobile presence which is great. I recently gave reasons why I believe Flickr is better than Instagram, so it's great to see that development in the platform will continue to be a priority.

Any other Flickr users out there? Feel free to share your username below!

Space shooter ARC Squadron free for limited time

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 01:19 PM PST

A really awesome Star Fox-style shooter game called ARC Squadron is available for free for a limited time. Considering it's normally five bucks, this is quite a sweet deal. The game takes players through challenging and beautiful stages, where they have to steer their ship with swipe motions, activate secondary weapons to take out the tougher bad guys, and pick up bonus items scattered about. For the deep dive, check out our review of ARC Squadron. It's not clear how long the game will be free for, but just in case it's a one-day thing, you should pick it up now.

Any Star Fox fans out there? How many of you have already played ARC Squadron?

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RAD Soldiers launches globally, raises the bar for turn-based tactical games

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 12:51 PM PST

I've been playing this great turn-based tactical shotoer game called RAD Soldiers for the last couple of weeks during its Canadian soft launch, and it's now available worldwide.

Players can hack through a bunch of single-player missions to level up and earn cash, and once they have a crew that's suitably equipped with all manner of goofy weaponry and clothes, they can take the fight online. Each member of a team has a limited number of action points to spend each turn, with which you can move, shoot, activate equipment, heal teammates, and otherwise battle for objectives. Right now the only real game mode is King of the Hill, but the maps are varied enough thanks to expansion packs, graphics lighthearted and polished, and the gameplay is sufficiently deep to keep you hooked in for the long haul. In fact, a game like this might even make me retire from Hero Academy...

If you're looking for a scrap, feel free to find me on RAD Soldiers as LankyBastard.

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iMore Forums app updated for iPhone 5

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 12:58 PM PST

The official iMore Forums app has been updated to support the 16:9 display of the iPhone 5. Yes, it's the same great Tapatalk-powered, forum devouring beast you know and love, only taller. And, as always, it's a universal binary for iPhone and iPad, and it's completely free.

Grab it now:

And if you have big gadget love, you can grab the other Mobile Nations forums apps as well:

Since the App Store doesn't seem to support Android-focused apps at this time, if you want to access Android Central on the go, you'll need the full, generic Tapatalk app.

Fieldrunners 2 updated with new weapons, new items, and iPhone 5 support

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 11:06 AM PST

Fieldrunners 2, our favorite Tower Defense game, has been updated to version 1.4 and with it comes all new weapons, all new items, and widescreen 16:9 support for the all new iPhone 5.

Those new weapons include the Polymorph Tower, the first high-speed slow tower, and Napalm Tower, which they claim is their hottest tower yet. The new items include the Santa Strike, which is ho-ho-holy Christmas explosive, the Frostinator, which turns attackers into snow. You can get superpacks of 3 Santas, 3 rewinds, and 3 frostinators, or an ultrapack with 9 of each.

If you're already defending your towers against the magic and might of Fieldrunners 2, hit the App Store for the update. If you haven't tried it yet, go grab it now. It's obliteratingly fun.

How to edit Inbox order on your iPhone and iPad

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 10:19 AM PST

How to edit Inbox order on your iPhone and iPad

If you've got several emails set up on your iPhone or iPad, you'll most likely want the ones you check most towards the top of your Inbox list. As of iOS 6 this is now possible. If you want your work email listed before your personal email, you can change the order in just a few taps.

Here's how:

  1. Launch the Mail app on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Tap the Edit button in the upper right hand corner.
  3. You will now see little move icons appear next to your mailboxes.
  4. Hold down on the move icon next to the Inbox you'd like to change the position of. Now drag it up or down in the list.
  5. Once you've finished reordering all your Inboxes, just tap the Done button in the upper right hand corner.
  6. That's all there is to it. Your Inboxes will remain in the order you've put them in from now on.

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Tweetbot for iPhone and iPad on sale for $0.99 each - today only

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 09:50 AM PST

Tweetbot for iPhone and iPad on sale for $0.99 each - today only

Tweetbot, Tapbots' powerful, engaging Twitter apps for iPhone and iPad are on sale today only for $0.99. Tweetbot rarely goes on sale, and when it does, it's not for long. So, if for some reason you use Twitter and you haven't bought Tweetbot for iPhone or iPad yet, grab it now.

FACET iPad Stand: Not Safe for iPad Use

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 09:48 AM PST

The FACET iPad Stand started out as yet another iPad focused Kickstarter project. I backed the project and felt quite keen to see how this product turned out. It met its funding target and a couple days ago I received my Facet stand for the iPad. iPad stands are not difficult or complex items to [...]

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Big Holiday iPad App Sales Already Rolling

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 09:17 AM PST

Now is a very good time to be on the lookout for big bargains on great iPad apps and games. It looks like lots of iPad app and game publishers have not even waited for a holiday weekend – they've already kicked off their price drops and holiday sales. Here are a few bargains on [...]

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iOS 6.0.2 Released – Claims to Fix WiFi Bug on iPad mini

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 07:50 AM PST

Yesterday Apple released iOS 6.0.2, an update to the latest version of the iPad's operating system. The details list for the update is about as minimal as possible, but it does list this item: Fixes a bug that could impact WiFi It's said that this update will fix WiFi problems that some iPad mini and [...]

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iPhone and iPad gifts for gamers: 2012 holiday guide

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 08:43 AM PST

Hopefully at this point, you've done most of your holiday shopping. Let's say you felt really generous this year and bought a youngster (or someone young at heart) an iPad. It's nice that it's a completely clean slate, ready for them to make their own, but to personalize the gift yourself, you might be loading it up with pictures, music, and apps. This is a great way to get folks excited about their shiny new toy, not to mention adding that personal touch. Here are a few of the iconic, recognizable, essential games and accessories that you should be sure to include on any new iOS device that you're giving away during the holidays.

Fling Joystick

As anyone who's spent any time gaming on an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad knows, there's nothing worse than getting really into the action only to find your finger has drifted off the virtual controls just when it matters most. And that's exactly the problem the Ten One Design Fling mini solves. Made of anodized aluminum and tough, flexible engineering-grade resin, it's both durable and see-through so it doesn't break and doesn't completely obstruct your view of the iPad or iPad mini screen. (Technically the Fling mini is meant for the iPhone and iPod touch rather than the iPad, for which they have a full-size Fling Joystick, but the mini works great on the iPad as well and doesn't cover anywhere nearly as much of the screen.)

iCade Arcade Cabinet

If you know a retro gamer who loves old school Atari-style games, and the old-style arcades they used to be played in, the iCade is the perfect gift. All they have to do is insert their iPad into the cabinet, pair it over Bluetooth, launch a compatible game, and they'll be joysticking and button mashing like it was 1980 all over again.

Jawbone Jambox Bluetooth speaker

Gaming on the iPhone and iPad looks great, especially on Retina screens. But the sound? It just doesn't measure up. You can plug in a headset, of course, or AirPlay to a compatible home audio system. If you want something you can take with you, wether it's from room to room, or to friends and parties, the Jawbone JAMBOX is it. Connect over Bluetooth, start your game, and feel your hair get blown back.

Apple TV

While gaming on iOS is fantastic, beaming the a game to your big screen HDTV takes it to another level. Apple builds AirPlay into every iPad and iPhone, so you can mirror whatever you see on your mobile device right to your TV. Some apps even optimize for it, so you get the best of both worlds -- perfect iPhone or iPad controller, killer big screen gaming. A few even let you go multiplayer on the big screen. And for party games with family and friends, there's nothing better.

Angry Birds

Angry Birds is the quintessential iPhone game. At this point it has spawned a variety of off-shoots - most recently, Angry Birds Star Wars. On the off-chance you haven't tried the game, it's a simple physics game where players have to slingshot birds into rickety structures in an attempt to squish the pigs living within. The birds have a variety of attributes that keep things interesting, and the variety of level layouts keeps things very challenging, but ultimately it's the Angry Birds style and branding that has made it such a huge success. Be sure to keep in mind that the HD versions are optimized for the iPad.

Plants vs. Zombies

Plants vs. Zombies is a colorful but smart strategy game where players have to defend their home against a ramshackle horde of zombies using plants (of all things). Players need to pick which plants they have available for any given level, collect sunshine points as they appear, and use those points to plant defenses. The tactical landscape shifts dramatically as you move from the front yard to the back yard pool to the roof, and then have to start factoring in night and day cycles. The goofy style will rope players in while the deep strategic gameplay is bound to keep them locked in for the long haul.

Cut the Rope

Cut the Rope is a simple, casual puzzle game where players have the deceptively simple task of putting a piece of candy into a tiny green alien's mouth by slicing a string it's attached to. To pull this off, stages are littered with a variety of physics tools, ideally moving the candy over the three bonus stars along the way. Cut the Rope remains a long-standing family-friendly iOS classic, and not to be missed on any new iOS device.

Fruit Ninja

Fruit Ninja is reflex game where players simply have to swipe through fruit as they sail through the air. A bunch of different game modes keep things fresh, such as local multiplayer, timed rounds, and free play. Various power-ups and bombs keep players swiping with precision rather than clawing randomly at the screen, and though there are leaderboards and all, the graphics and audio are done in such a way that simply slicing open an orange is a rewarding experience into itself.

Tiny Wings

Tiny Wings is an adorable classic endless runner with simple one-touch controls. By pressing the screen, players add inertia to a bird in the air so that they can hit a valley below at just the right angle and slingshot off the opposing ridge. The core game's goal is got make it as far as possible before running out of daylight, but luckily if you gain enough speed, you can out-fly the sun. Later updates have added multiplayer, and even now after a couple of years, the graphics and audio remain as charming and whimsical as ever.

Modern Combat 4

Modern Combat 4 is without question the best mobile adaptation of the current breed of console and PC shooter games. Anybody that has spent time playing Modern Warfare or Battlefield games will familiar with the perk system, multiplayer game modes, ranking system, and wholly customizable weapons. There's a single-player campaign in there to warm you up to the game's arsenal and subject players to some cinematic highlights, but the real game is online.

Real Racing 2

Real Racing 2 is a top-notch racing game for iOS, offering realistic graphics, AirPlay optimization so you can play on your TV, and some excellent multiplayer options. Players will be amply impressed by the subtle, detailed graphics, and hardcore car fans will be happy to see the wide array of brand names being represented. As great as Real Racing 2 continues to be, keep in mind that Real Racing 3 is right around the bend...

Temple Run

Temple Run is the iconic endless running game for iOS. Players have to swipe and tilt to avoid obstacles as their hero sprints at break-neck speeds through a ruined temple. While fleeing the angry spirits trying to take back the idol he has stolen, your character picks up gems along the way, which can be spent in between rounds to activate and upgrade power-ups throughout a level. You can also unlock vanity items to spruce up the experience. Overall, Temple Run provides a snappy, bite-sized, and exciting gaming experience that's well-suited for the iPhone.

Words With Friends

Words With Friends has become a hugely popular Scrabble-ish game that works cross-platform with Facebook users. Players take turns piecing together words with random letter tiles that they've been assigned across a grid. Certain squares provide points bonuses to the score on each letter or the sum total of the whole word. An easy-to-use chat system keeps the banter going back and forth, and thanks to the asynchronous play style, you can have a bunch of games going at the same time.

Infinity Blade

Infinity Blade is a high fantasy dueling game that really set a new standard for mobile games - not only for graphics, but gameplay as well. The action RPG pits a lone hero against an unrelenting gauntlet of opponents. With swipe gestures, players parry and dodge attacks while administering attacks of their own. Before long, players learn to harness magical powers, gather up powerful (and gorgeous) new equipment, level up, and unravel a lengthy mystery behind a protected artifact. Since launch, Infinite Blade II has included a bunch of new items, and a social game mode called ClashMobs. Both Infinity Blade games are excellent, and a great introduction to just how graphically powerful an iOS device can be.

Honorable mentions: Flight Control, Jetpack Joyride, Draw Something

Like I said, this is a far from exhaustive list. A big part of the joy of iOS is the continual discovery of games and apps, but if you're looking for more, be sure to check out our top free games round-up. If you'd rather keep the new iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad pristine, you can always give games through iTunes once your giftee has set up their account. For those looking for more along the lines of accessories, check out some of Chris' picks from last year.

Have you bought an iOS device as a holiday present? What kind of content are you loading onto it?

Sonic Jump gets updated, adds characters, doubles the big boss battles

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 05:34 AM PST

Sonic Jump, where everyone's hyper-speed hedgehog switches from side scroller to vertical leaper, has been updated today to version 1.2 which includes more boss battles, two new characters, new gameplay mechanics, as well as some graphics and bug fixes.

According to Sega, Dr. Eggman has taken over Act 6, ensuring the big boss battles are double what they used to be. To help make up for it, Sonic's friends Silver and Rouge have shown up, each with their own unique abilities, and they're unlockable now as part of the game. There are also new diagonal springs, swings, and more to shift the challenge, and the fun, into even higher gear.

Looks like Sonic fans are in for some happy, and hectic, holidays. If you already own Sonic Jump, head on over to the App Store and grab the update. If you don't, check it via the link below.

Weekly Photo Contest: Holidays!

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 01:26 AM PST

Weekly Photo Contest: Holidays!

After a short hiatus, iMore's weekly photo contest has returned, and this week's topic is the Holidays! Be it a photo of your gorgeous Christmas tree, a pic of a beautiful holiday decoration, or a snapshot of your kid all dressed up for Hanukkah, we want to see them! Any photo taken with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch that reflects the holidays is an acceptable entry. We hope you have a lot of fun with this one!

The contest begins today and ends Wednesday, December 26, the day after Christmas at 8p Pacific Time.

Congrats to photyograph for winning our weather photography contest!

The prize: $30 iTunes gift certificate

In addition to a thumbs up from the iMore crew and all of us yelling about how great of a photo star you are, the winner of this week's photography contest will receive a $30 iTunes gift card allowing you to stock up on some of those photography apps you've been dying to buy!

The rules

The rules of entry are very simple. The photo must have been taken with an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (we'll check the EXIF data of the original file to verify) and any edits must have been done with an iPhone or iPad app. No Photoshop CS6! If you have external lens accessories you are more than welcome to use them. You can submit as many photos as you'd like, but remember, this is a contest, so make sure you submit your best work!

Resources

Now, before you run off to take your photo, remember that it's not technical skill alone that will claim this prize. Even if you're not the best photographer (yet!), a great eye and a great subject can still get you the win.

However, a little help can never hurt, so make sure you check out our iPhone photography series for some tips.

How to submit

Submitting your photos is easy. just head over to the iMore Photography Forum and post your photos to the official contest thread. Don't forget to state which apps, if any, you used to edit your photo!

That's it! Now go out and shoot!

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