iPad By Davis: “Apple seeking new blood to lead ‘High Priority’ next gen Apple TV development” plus 14 more |
- Apple seeking new blood to lead ‘High Priority’ next gen Apple TV development
- Skala View and Skala Preview updated for better, faster on-device app design previewing
- Calendar: The ultimate guide
- How to create, edit, and delete Calendar events on your iPhone or iPad
- How to send calendar event invitations using the iPhone or iPad
- Dropbox for iPhone and iPad updated with new PDF-viewer, push notifications for shared folders, and more
- First iPad 5 Rumor of the Year: Announcement Event in March/April
- Comparing iPad Twitter app timeline views
- Fooducate review: Best food rating app for iPhone
- Review: iPad Case Prodigy – Case + Magnetic Stand
- Skype launches video messaging service
- Dropbox for iPad Updated – New PDF Viewer & More
- iPhone 5 vs. HTC One vs. BlackBerry Z10: Judging phones by their form factors
- Deal of the Day: 48% off Body Glove ToughSuit Rugged Case & Holster for iPhone 5
- Sir Jonathan Ive receives the coveted gold Blue Peter badge
| Apple seeking new blood to lead ‘High Priority’ next gen Apple TV development Posted: 16 Feb 2013 12:43 AM PST
The rumors surrounding the Apple TV platform are always circulating with many believing that Apple will release its own actual television set. Each year we are told by analysts that it will arrive and so far we are still waiting. The other rumor and the one that is more likely in my opinion, is the release of an Apple TV SDK (Software Development Kit). This would allow developers to start creating apps for the Apple TV and could open it up to a whole new market. It had already been rumored that an event was planned for April however that has since been dismissed as incorrect. The other option would be for Apple to continue with its content partner agreements where they strike deals with YouTube, Vimeo, Hulu, major league sports, etc. on a channel-by-channel basis. Either way, the fact that Apple is publicly advertising for Software Managers to deliver the next generation features for the Apple TV and also calls it a "High Priority" is extremely interesting! 
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| Skala View and Skala Preview updated for better, faster on-device app design previewing Posted: 15 Feb 2013 10:23 PM PST Bjango's Skala View for iOS and its companion app, Skala Preview for Mac, have been updated to version 1.5. New Skala View features include the ability to choose which computer to connect to, faster and better networking, tap to refresh, and a variety of other design and functionality tweaks. New Skala Preview features include only the design and performance tweaks, but both pieces of software, both at version 1.5, are required for them to work their magic. If you already own Skala View for iOS and Skala Preview for Mac, go grab the updates. If you don't get own Skala, but you've been looking for a way to quickly, easily push your app designs from your Mac to test out on an actual iOS device, check it out.
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| Posted: 15 Feb 2013 10:03 PM PST Everything you need to know about settings up and using calendars on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPadCalendars help you keep track of what you're doing and when, which is why it's always been one of the core apps on mobile devices from the earliest PDA (personal digital assistants), to the latest iPhones and iPads. That why, when iOS launched in 2007, it included a Calendar app. Whether you simply use Calendar by itself, or whether you sync it via iCloud, Google Calendar, Microsoft, or something else, it's the default way to add and find appointments and events. Bookmark this page and check back often, because we'll be updating it regularly. And f you already know everything there is to know about calendar on iOS, then forward it on to friends and family who need it. We'll do the heavy support lifting for you!
How to set up Apple iCloud calendar accounts on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPadThe free iCloud account that comes with your iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad includes equally free push calendar. That means whenever you update an event or appointment on one device, iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Windows, it's immediately updated on all your devices. Typically you set up iCloud calendars, and other services, when you first setup your device. If you didn't, however, you can still set it up at any time via the iOS Settings app, and access the service via the iOS Calendars app. You can also access your iCloud.com calendars via the website from any desktop browser, or through popular mail, calendar, and contacts apps on your Mac or Windows PC.
How to setup Google Calendar accounts on your iPhone, iPod touch, and iPadAs of January 30, 2013, Google will no longer allow new iPhones, iPod touches, iPads, or other devices to be setup using Google Sync (their implementation of Microsoft's excellent ActiveSync protocol). While existing Google Sync setups will keep working, the next time you want to add Google Calendar to a device, you'll have to use something else -- namely Google's CalDAV service, which works with Apple's Calendar app.
How to set up Microsoft Exchange, Hotmail, Live Mail, or Outlook.com calendar accounts on your iPhone or iPadMicrosoft originally bought Hotmail (née HoTMaiL, after HTML) and turned it into their web-based email service, a complement to their corporate Exchange service, which came to use ActiveSync. Eventually Hotmail kinda-sorta became Live Mail. More recently, Microsoft has released Outlook.com, what they consider to be the next-generation of email. And much to their credit, Microsoft have gone above and beyond to make sure you can access all their mail services not only on the web, but from any and all of your devices, including the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.
How to setup CalDAV accounts and Calendar subscriptions on your iPhone and iPadWhile iOS makes it easy to add popular calendar accounts to your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, you can also manually add any calendar that supports the open CalDAV standard, and subscribe to any calendar that provides a compatible URL. As long as you have the login information for the CalDAV account, or the link for the subscription, you're good to go.
How to add and delete calendars using your iPhone or iPadThe built-in iOS Calendars app can keep track of all your events and appointments, all in one place. But it doesn't have to keep them all in the same actual calendar. If you prefer to keep your work life and personal life separate, or to have a specific calendar for kids activities, or a special vacation, or for anything else, it's easy to setup. Since each calendar gets its own color, and you have the ability to hide or show individual calendars, it's a great way to stay organized and stay sane at the same time. How to set default calendars, alert times, sync, and more on iPhone or iPadiOS allows you to set not only your default calendar, but the default alert time and sync period as well. Having good defaults can make it much faster to add new events and appointments, especially if you often add events to the same calendar, and with the same alert requirements. You can also set how far back your iPhone and iPad will sync those appointments and events, so you can keep handy just your most recent entries, or entries going back for months. You can toggle automatic time zone shifting, and even turn off alerts if you need a little less notification in your life.
How to share or make an iCloud calendar public using your iPhone or iPadIf you use Apple's free iCloud service, and you've added calendars to better organize your events, you may want to make one public or share it completely. For example, if you manage a club or league, and want other members to be able to view it as well, but not edit it like they could a shared calendar, a public calendar is the way to go. If you're planning a trip or maintaining a work schedule, and want other people to be able to not only view, but add and edit events, then a shared calendar is the way to go.
How to create, view, update, and cancel calendar events using SiriSince Siri is meant to be your personal assistant, it only makes sense to have it schedule and manage your meetings and events on your iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPod touch 5, iPad 4, iPad 3, or iPad mini. Asking Siri to create a Calendar event only takes a few seconds and is much faster than creating them manually and entering all the data yourself. Whether you need Siri to schedule a meeting, tell you what's on the agenda for the day, or move an existing meeting to another time to make room for a conference call or a power nap, Siri will help make sure your schedule is set.
How to create, edit, and delete Calendar events on your iPhone or iPadThe built-in iOS Calendar app on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch provides a great way to keep track of all your appointments and events. While it's faster to use Siri to create basic events, if you need more precise control, or if you want to edit existing event details, you can also do it the old fashioned way -- by tapping your way through the Calendar app's multitouch interface! How to send calendar event invitations using the iPhone or iPadWhen you're creating an event or appointment in the built-in Calendar app for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, you might want to add other people to it, and alert them about it. That's where invitations come in. If you're using a calendar service that supports it, like Apple's iCloud or Microsoft's Exchange, all you need are the email addresses you want to invite, and a few simple screen taps.
How to switch Calendar views on your iPhone or iPadThe built-in Calendar app on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch offers several different ways to view your events and appointments. The default view is Month, but you can also switch to List and Day view, and on the iPad, Year view. This lets you easily see everything at a glance, or drill down to one specific hour. Alternative Calendar apps for iPhone and iPadIf the built-in iOS Calendar app just doesn't suit your tastes or workflow, there are a variety of third-party calendar apps you can try instead. Many of them are excellent, yet each excels in a different way. How to get more help with calendars on iPhone and iPadDid we forget anything? If you have corrections or additions, let us know in the comments! And if you need extra help, or have questions you'd like answered, head on over to the iMore forums and we'll help you out! 
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| How to create, edit, and delete Calendar events on your iPhone or iPad Posted: 15 Feb 2013 09:49 PM PST The built-in iOS Calendar app on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch provides a great way to keep track of all your appointments and events. While it's faster to use Siri to create basic events, if you need more precise control, or if you want to edit existing event details, you can also do it the old fashioned way -- by tapping your way through the Calendar app's multitouch interface! How to manually create a Calendar event on your iPhone or iPad
On the day or week view, you can also touch and hold at the time you want a new event to automatically create it, set it to that time, and open the event view so you ca add further details. How to manually edit or delete a Calendar event on your iPhone or iPad
On the day or week view, you can also touch, hold, and drag events to change their time or even day. 
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| How to send calendar event invitations using the iPhone or iPad Posted: 15 Feb 2013 05:52 PM PST When you're creating an event or appointment in the built-in Calendar app for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, you might want to add other people to it, and alert them about it. That's where invitations come in. If you're using a calendar service that supports it, like Apple's iCloud or Microsoft's Exchange, all you need are the email addresses you want to invite, and a few simple screen taps.
How to share an event on your iPhone and iPad
The invitation will now be sent by email to everyone you've added. How to accept an event invitation on your iPhone and iPad
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| Posted: 15 Feb 2013 04:14 PM PST The Dropbox app for iPhone and iPad has been updated to version 2.1, and added features include a new PDF viewer to better render your portable document files, as well as push notifications to alert you to shared folders, and the ability to sort files by date modified. If you're a Dropbox user, get the update now. If you haven't tried out Dropbox yet, it's the most popular online file store for iOS, and you get a free account, grab the free app, and give it a try.
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| First iPad 5 Rumor of the Year: Announcement Event in March/April Posted: 15 Feb 2013 02:18 PM PST iPad 5 Render courtesy of Martin Hajek It's taken a little longer than I expected for iPad 5 (or whatever a 5th gen standard iPad ends up being called) to get going in 2013. I think this is at least partly due to the surprise release of the iPad 4th gen last November. That has left a lot of room for doubt as to whether Apple will skip their usual Spring release cycle for the iPad, or continue with a twice-a-year refresh pattern. Todays rumor comes via Piper Jaffray's analyst Gene Munster, as reported by Apple Insider. Jaffray believes we'll see an iPad event in the March/April timeframe. As in, pretty much when we have come to expect them since 2010. He also speculates that since the 4th gen iPad brought only relatively minor updates last fall alongside the launch of the iPad mini, this event should see the unveiling of substantially redesigned iPad.
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| Comparing iPad Twitter app timeline views Posted: 15 Feb 2013 01:40 PM PST Earlier in the week I compared iPhone Twitter app timeline views, and since fair is fair, it seemed only right that I do the same for iPad Twitter apps. And again, Twitter's cold war with client developers notwithstanding, there's some amazing investment to be found here. Now, while the iPad doesn't enjoy the the breadth of Twitter apps, due to the larger screen there's an even better opportunity for depth. Instead of the 15 + 3 I found for the iPhone, here are 8 + 1 for the iPad. Gridded up, there's a lot of variety, from more expansive versions of essentially the same iPhone interfaces, to bold takes on what's capable at tablet scale. Like before, I used the exact same feed point for each client, with the exception of the legacy app at the bottom. It includes an @mention so that we can see how, if at all, a client highlights or otherwise distinguishes that type of post. I also got rid of ads, wherever possible, to keep things clean. However, I didn't open popovers for basic controls, because they aren't omnipresent parts of the layout. Here then, in order, from top left to bottom right, are:
Yes, once again, the timeline view is only one aspect of a Twitter app, and can't properly address features and flourishes like gestures, notifications and filters, parallax image embeds, sorting, and other ways some of the clients have innovative and provided extra enjoyment and value. We'll be covering differentiators in a future comparison. And if you want DVD-style extras, and a peak behind the scenes of your favorite Twitter apps, check out:
Meanwhile, look over the designs above and let me know what you think. Which Twitter apps do you use on your iPad, and are they the same ones that appeal to you most in the comparison above? Any of the timelines attractive enough they encourage you check out an alternative app? And since this all began with Phil Nickinson's Android Twitter app timelines comparison, how do you think they compare to Twitter apps for Android tablets? 
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| Fooducate review: Best food rating app for iPhone Posted: 15 Feb 2013 12:10 PM PST "If you want to be more consciously aware of the food you're eating, Fooducate provides an amazing amount of information and user feedback that'll help you do just that."
Fooducate aims to help you be more aware of what's actually in what you're eating. The main premise of Fooducate is to give different types and brands of foods a letter grade. These letter grades are based on information provided by dietitians as well as user feedback. Sometimes looking at a label can lead to you only look at things like calories and fat. When in reality products like high fructose corn syrup can be just as harmful to your body in other ways. Fooducate provides key information about products like artificial flavorings, colorings, and more. If you want to try a more specific diet like eating just whole grain products or going gluten-free, Fooducate will make the perfect companion as you can compare things you're debating buying with other alternatives that users and dietitians have rated higher in quality and content. Some of the natural or "low calorie" foods I was eating really weren't as good for me as I thought they were. Thanks to Fooducate I've been able to not only stray away from the foods that aren't so great but pick from healthier alternatives. When you open Fooducate you can simply start scanning bar codes of items in order to see what their rating is as well as compare them with other alternatives. You can also type key words into search such as "bagels" to see a list view. From there you can choose from popular or recent items under that category. The quick view for an item will show you the overall grade, calories per serving, and the percentage of users who have liked that item. You can quickly view user comments as well as key facts with just a few taps. If you've found an item that you'd like to purchase you can also add it to your shopping list. I've become fond of the shopping cart feature as it allows me to view and edit my list as well as replace items quickly with other recommended similar items. Once you're done creating a shopping list you can share it via e-mail, Facebook, or Twitter. The lists section will also show a complete history of viewed foods as well. You can clear out the history at any time with just a tap. Another nice feature of Fooducate are the "Healthy Me" checks on the main menu where you can see how you stack up against what other users are eating. It aggregates products you are viewing for the week and all time as well as what products you've liked. It then gives you a letter grade based on what you've liked and shows you a side by side comparison of what others are liking. If you're the type of person who likes to read about nutrition and food facts, the daily tips section will give you just that. It links into Fooducate's blog that is frequently updated with information on health, wellness, and how they are related to the foods we eat daily. Reading through some of the entries has made me second guess some of the foods I was eating on a pretty regular basis. The good
The bad
ConclusionIf you want to be more consciously aware of the contents in the food you're eating, Fooducate provides an amazing amount of information and user feedback that'll help you do just that. While many nutrition apps aim to help you lose weight, Fooducate stresses the importance of also eating foods that are good for your body as a whole. Fooducate is available for free in the App Store now. You can also purchase the ad free version for $3.99. Are you currently trying to eliminate certain types of additives from your diet? Share your experiences with us in our Health and Fitness Forums. If you're looking to lose a few pounds, check out all our tops fitness picks are for Mobile Nations Fitness Month. Free - Download now
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| Review: iPad Case Prodigy – Case + Magnetic Stand Posted: 15 Feb 2013 10:36 AM PST ZooGue's iPad Case Prodigy is a case and magnetic stand that's billed as 'insanely convenient'. I've been using one for several weeks now and finding that there's a lot to recommend about this case. So I'll dive straight into the review. Notes The iPad Case Prodigy features a magnetic kickstand that adjusts to 6 angles – from low for typing to straight up for viewing movies and several in between. Here are some of its other notable features: - Microfiber Interior - Automatic Sleep/Wake Function - Secure Magnetic Closure & Cover - Access to All Cameras, Ports & Buttons The iPad slots into a frame inside the case and the front cover is closed with a magnetic clasp – which you can see in the photo above. This case is compatible with the iPad 2, and the 3rd and 4th gen iPads. The case comes in black and is priced at $59.99. ...         Related Stories
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| Skype launches video messaging service Posted: 15 Feb 2013 08:52 AM PST Microsoft has added video messaging to the Skype app for iOS. In an update in December, under-the-hood improvements were made that were intended to support future feature launches. This morning, Skype added the ability to send video messages, each up to three minutes in length, to your Skype contacts. To send a message on either the iPhone or iPad, select the person you wish to message to bring up the available contact options. There should now be a button labled "Video Message" on their contact sheet. Tap the button to be taken to the recording screen, the press record when you're ready. A small countdown from three minutes will appear. When you're done recording your message, tap the record button again. You will then be able to add a title and description to your message, delete or re-record it, or send it. Skype says that they are currently testing this feature with a "group of mobile and Mac users" and it may not be available for everyone just yet. Video messaging on both iPhone and iPad was launched without a separate app update, so those wishing to use it should just have the latest update, which was released last week.
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| Dropbox for iPad Updated – New PDF Viewer & More Posted: 15 Feb 2013 08:07 AM PST Dropbox, the superb file sync and storage service's app for iPad and iOS, has been updated today – to Version 2.1 It's not a huge update, but it includes a few notable new features. Top of the list is a new PDF viewer. I just installed the update and the new viewer looks pretty sharp. Dropbox is never going to my favorite place to spend a lot of time with PDFs, but it's definitely useful for its viewer to be improved. Here are the remaining two items on the update's change list:
Dropbox is an essential part of my life with iOS devices and my Mac. I still trust it more than iCloud for many things. The app gets heavy use on my iPad and iMac – so it's always cool to see it adding nice new features. Here's an App Store link for Dropbox; it's a free app. ...  Related Stories
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| iPhone 5 vs. HTC One vs. BlackBerry Z10: Judging phones by their form factors Posted: 15 Feb 2013 08:11 AM PST Oh, internet. It seems like only last year the iPhone 5's design was decried as boring and lacking innovation, but fast forward to now, and the BlackBerry Z10 and HTC One (or at least a supposed render) stand accused of being too iPhone 5-like in their design. We just want to hate on everything, don't we? The truth is, the black slab archetype has been around for years. When you combine a giant screen with a minimalist chassis, there isn't a lot you can do to differentiate the essential look, unless you're willing to abandon the feng shui of curves, or compromise the lines for the sake of non-functional adornments. If you love the iPhone, take it as a compliment. If you love something else, take it as a chance to own it. Because the details of each are unique, especially when viewed side-by-side (above). The differences in size, in materials used, in heft and feel -- the confluence of a million tiny implementation details -- add up to a palpable difference. And when you turn the screen on, forget about it. iOS, Android and Sense, BlackBerry 10 are all very different approaches to mobile computing. I'm going to keep on saying it -- we're getting to the point where hardware is so good, software and services are becoming far, far more important to the near future of mobile. Ultimately, saying one black slab looks like the other is like saying one little black dress, tuxedo, or hypercar looks like the other. It ignores all the details, and everything going on inside. 
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| Deal of the Day: 48% off Body Glove ToughSuit Rugged Case & Holster for iPhone 5 Posted: 15 Feb 2013 07:12 AM PST | ||||||
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Sir Jonathan Ive receives the coveted gold Blue Peter badge
Posted: 15 Feb 2013 06:58 AM PST
As part of the award, Jonathan Ive will appear in a pre-filmed part of this Saturday's show which will be a gadget special, offering advice on the latest technology to its viewers.
In the pre-filmed segment he reviewed designs sent in by children and recalled how he had enjoyed watching one of Blue Peter's past presenters reuse a detergent bottle to create a paintbrush holder. "I loved the way there was just products that you thought were no longer useful, but reusing them," he said. "It was fantastic."
Sir Jonathan, known as Jony, described the news as "absolutely incredible". He also presented the show with his own version of the Blue Peter badge made out of solid aluminium, manufactured by Apple's equipment, using the programme's catchphrase: "Here's one that we made earlier".
The Blue Peter Gold badge has only been awarded to around 1000 people during the lifetime of the show. Sir Jonathan Ive will be in good company sharing the accolade with the likes of David Beckham and the Harry Potter author JK Rowling.
Source: BBC
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