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Another iOS 7 concept, user chooses to enable or disable flat design

iOS 7 concepts are a popular topic these days, and designers everywhere are clamoring to get their 5 mins of fame with some interesting designs. If the name Ran Avni sounds familiar, it’s because he’s designed a couple already (1, 2). His track record is pretty good, but I have to say, I’m not a huge fan of his most recent attempt. We’ve all by now…

CW Network for Apple TV coming soon (with ads)

CW Network is expanding its access for users that are not necessarily cable subscribers. CW currently has apps on Xbox and other mobile devices that allow users to stream full length episodes for free and without requriing a cable subscription. The only catch is the apps are ad-supported. The company has reached an agreement to bring its app to Apple…

Intel said “no” to powering first iPhone

Many have wondered over the last six generations why Intel isn’t the chipmaker behind the iPhone’s processor. Up until now there was no solid reason, but today, the CEO of Intel stepped down and let us in on a little secret. The company told Apple “no.” While it is hard to believe now, Intel turned down Steve Jobs and Apple when asked to power the…

Retina iPad mini coming this fall with 2048×1536 display?

What is a week without an iPad mini “Retina display” rumor? Not a complete week in the world of Apple, that’s what. Good thing this came almost just in time, being Thursday and all. On with the rumor though. A new report out of Mobileaks is claiming, you guessed it, that the next iPad mini will have a Retina display. Also included in the post was a…

Apple releases iTunes update 11.0.3

Apple has just released the latest version of iTunes for Mac OS X and Windows. The release follows the very drastic changes of iTunes 11.0.2, which brought improved searching, a brand new store and a redefined interface. 11.0.3 brings a new MiniPlayer, and support for Multi-Disc Albums, as well as performance updates in searching and sorting…

Apple patent reveals multiple iPhone scene lighting

When it comes to photography, lighting is everything. A patent published today shows an Apple initiative that involves using multiple iPhones, and their flashes to illuminate a dark scene. The patent, named “Illumination system”, would involve remotely controlling several iPhones, tablets, or device with a flash, built-in or otherwise. The primary…

San Francisco flagship Apple Store relocating to Union Square

It has today emerged that Apple plans to replace its flagship San Francisco Apple Store in Stockton and Ellis with a brand new store in Union Square. Reports are suggesting that officials are working alongside Apple on plans for the new location, which would bring 50 jobs to the area. Officials are said to looking for “green measures” and “energy…