Scott Forstall, the iOS boss who was forced out of the company after the switch to Apple Maps caused the world to point and laugh at Apple, got what he deserved. That's according to Tony Fadell, the man given most credit for creating Apple's legendary iPod. Read More >>
Featured comment by Bhenn:
"I agree, and It's certainly good that it was a scaled down OS X instead of a scaled up iPod software. I think it had reached a glass ceiling of sorts ..." More »
Poor old Siri has lost its daddy, with Apple's iOS boss Scott Forstall recently leaving the company under slightly dodgy circumstances. Here's how Siri learned of the news of the departure of its creator. And if you're reading this, Siri, we've never really liked you very much either. [AllThingsD] Read More >>
According to the WSJ, Scott Forstall was asked to leave Apple after he "refused to sign his name to a letter apologising for shortcomings" in Apple Maps. Forstall had wanted to address the situation of Apple Maps without apologising to the public, like Apple has done in the past. Tim Cook, however, felt an apology was needed and now Forstall is out at Apple. Read More >>
Featured comment by THEK:
"Android looks a whole lot different for sure. But iOS is known for its looks, Android doesn't have the identity iOS does because almost every smartpho..." More »
At an as-yet-unknown date sometime in 2013, Apple's Senior Vice President, iOS Software Scott Forstall will be leaving Apple. Forstall's role is being reduced immediately, and Jony Ive will be taking over leadership and direction for Human Interface. The other aspects of Forstall's position will be doled out to various other members of Apple's existing executive team. Read More >>
Featured comment by My Pseudonym:
"This is where apple gets it's finger out and starts to perform again! iTunes/iPhoto and a lot of of the ancillary Apple software has been lost for a g..." More »
We hate the way a lot of Apple design looks, these days: virtual leather, felt, wood, and glass. It's like a sleazy game room in your Cool Uncle's basement. Who is making these eye-screwing decisions?Fast Company says it was Jobs. Read More >>
Featured comment by coastercub:
"Hmm grid of icons, where have I seen that before.. oh yes, iOS/Android and 100% WP7 !
Top row of meaningless junk.. that would be iOS/Android and ..." More »
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