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The First Thing iOS 7 Needs to Steal from Android

iOS 7 has a lot of catching up to do. In a relatively short time, Apple's once unimpeachable mobile platform has fallen behind Android and even Windows Phone in some key areas. iOS is still rock solid, for the most part, but it needs to take some cues from the competition. And the very first thing on that list, beyond what we already know is coming, is quick access to settings. Read More >>

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Your iPhone Can Be Hacked With a Modified Charger

It might pay to be more careful about where you juice up your phone — because a team of researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have put together a prototype charger capable of installing malware onto an iPhone. Read More >>

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ipad apps of the week
Musyc, iHeart Locket, and More

Maybe it's the warm weather or maybe it's just the fact that we're finally out of winter hibernation, but this week's iPad apps are all about creativity on your terms. Whether it's a song in your heart, in your fingers, of one you just want to keep all to yourself, we've got you covered. Read More >>

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iphone apps of the week
Postcards, Tall Chess, and More

It may have been a (thankfully) short week, but the app gears were turning just as hard as ever. So relive the glory days of the long weekend of yore, and kick back with a bundle of apps that aim to make your life just a little bit easier. Or at the very least, a little more fun. Read More >>

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apple
Tim Cook on iOS 7, Jony Ive, Google Glass and Opening Apple Up

Confirming what we've already heard about iOS 7, Tim Cook just told Walt Mossberg, Kara Swisher and the rest of the tech world that Jony Ive has been "really key" to iOS 7. Cook also had a few choice words about Google Glass and other topics. Read More >>

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ipad apps of the week
Mailbox, Forecast.io, and More

The long weekend is finally here. And what's better than spending a holiday enjoying the warm weather with family and friends? Well, how about having a few iPad apps that help you stay connected and ready for whatever Mother Gaia has to throw at you—just in case. Lucky for you, we've got them right here. Read More >>

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iphone apps of the week
Bondsy, Drops First Aid, Bamboo Loop, and More

Hear that? It's the long weekend calling your name. The week leading up to a holiday always feels that much longer. And you deserve a break. Kick back, relax, and browse through this week's cornucopia of iPhone app goodness. Read More >>

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google
The Future of Chrome on Your Phone Is the Desktop

Chrome 28 beta for Android has just hit Google Play bringing with it built-in Google Translate among other things. But what it really shows is where Google's awesome mobile browser is going. Chrome on your phone and Chrome on the desktop are headed for a collision, and it'll be awesome for all your phones and tablets. Read More >>

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iphone apps of the week
Festival Ready, Beer Hunt, and More

The summer season is just about to be upon us, and this week came bearing a whole slew of apps ready to make sure you're having maximum fun while maintaining maximum responsibility. We hope. Read More >>

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ipad apps of the week
EyePaint, WWF Together, and More

It's been a long week, and you deserve a break. Fortunately, this week's set of apps for iPad are full of fun and relaxation, and there's even an app ready to do the work for you. Lucky you. Read More >>

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blackberry
BlackBerry Avoiding Tablets With Phone-Only BBM Android and iOS Launch

The arrival of BBM on Android and iOS will be a slightly limited affair, with BlackBerry deciding it's best to focus solely on smartphones -- meaning the messaging app won't work on the iPad, Nexus 7 or any of the other large-screened devices that are currently dominating the tech world. Read More >>

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design
Almost Flat: The Future of iOS Design?

'Completely flat', 'like Android', 'Microsoft-flat' etc., etc., etc. The talk about how Apple are going to 'flatten out' its UI style has set the rumour-mills ablaze with completely spurious conjecture. So I thought I'd add to it. However, let's approach this not from 'what one insider source told someone' but instead from evidence of progression within some of the top iOS apps. Read More >>

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blackberry
BlackBerry Is Bringing BBM to iOS and Android This Summer

Today, at the BlackBerry Live Keynote, the company announced that it will be launching BBM on iOS and Android this Summer. This is a big move for the company that has found itself increasingly trapped in a prison of its own making. Read More >>

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app of the day
Beer Hunt: Drinking With Friends Just Got Even More Fun

Just like Untappd, Beer Hunt for iOS combines the best parts of a night out drinking beer with the best parts of Foursquare. The difference here, though, is that Beer Hunt turns all into one colossal social, brew-drinking, liver-killing experience. Read More >>

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iphone apps of the week
ScoreCleaner Notes, Pizza Compass, and More

This week's set of apps are here to help you connect with friends and have the time of your life— be it with beautiful music or just some chatting over pizza, you'll be all set. Read More >>