State of jailbreak: March 2016 [Video]
It’s been a long time since we’ve seen a new jailbreak release hit the scene publicly. Sure, we’ve seen teased images of jailbreaks from some well-known hackers within the community, but the last publicly available jailbreak tool was shared back in October 2015. Since then, iOS has been updated several times, and Apple has closed the signing window for iOS 9.0.2, the last firmware susceptible to a publicly released jailbreak tool.
Even though it’s been quite a while since we’ve seen a jailbreak, that doesn’t necessarily mean things have slowed down on the community side of fence. In fact, many new jailbreak tweaks continue to land on Cydia every single month. We also now have tools like Extensify that allow us to tweak some of our favorite App Store apps on non-jailbroken iPhones. Yes, jailbreaking has hit a bit of a lull, but developers and community enthusiasts continue to contribute on a regular basis. more…
Filed under: iOS Devices Tagged: iOS jailbreak, jailbreak, jailbreak tweak, Pangu jailbreak
Apple leases former Pepsi plant in Sunnyvale, likely for Project Titan electric car project
According to a report from Silicon Valley Business Journal, Apple has recently leased a 96,000-square-foot industrial property in Sunnyvale, California. The property was originally home to a Pepsi bottling plant, but Apple now occupies the entire space. It has widely been reported in the past that Apple is testing its Project Titan electric car initiative in Sunnyvale, with the company reportedly operating a shell company called Sixty Eight Research out of the city.
Filed under: AAPL Company, Apple Car Tagged: Apple, Apple Car, car, ELECTRIC, Project Titan, Sunnyvale
Within 1 hour of Malaysia Flight 370 going missing, Apple was working w/ officials to find it
Apple has been in Washington D.C. today testifying before the House Judiciary Committee regarding the San Bernardino case. General Counsel Bruce Sewell is representing Apple during the hearing and has fielded a wide range of questions so far. One notable question, however, came from Louisiana representative Cedric Richmond, who pressed Sewell to explain just how quickly Apple would be able to comply with a governmental request for assistance.
Filed under: iOS Devices Tagged: Apple, Bruce Sewell, FBI, Flight 370, Malaysia
Hound launches on iOS as a formidable personal assistant competitor to Siri
Hound, a voice search application from the creators behind SoundHound, has been released today for iOS. Hound’s application focuses on bringing users quick, accurate voice driven search results in a way I only wish Siri could. Implementing Google Now-style cards, Hound’s interface is direct and to the point. Users are presented with a list of similar topics they can search for, and even given examples of the complex queries Hound can handle.
Filed under: Apps, iOS Tagged: Apps, Google Now, Google Search, Hound, iOS, Personal assistant, Siri, SoundHound
GIF Brewery 3 brings a polished animated GIF-creating experience to the Mac
GIF Brewery has long been my go to app for creating high-quality GIF animations on the Mac. It’s always been relatively easy to use, yet features powerful enough options for serious GIF-creators.
With GIF Brewery 3, several notable new features have been added to the mix, including the ability to record video directly in app via your Mac’s screen, FaceTime camera, or even iOS devices. This update turns GIF Brewery into an end-to-end solution for creating GIF animations directly from your iPhone’s screen or other media, which can be extremely handy for things like tutorials and memes. more…
Filed under: Apps Tagged: GIF, GIF Brewery 3, GIF creator
Apple releases watchOS 2.2 beta 5 & tvOS 9.2 beta 5 to developers
In addition to seeding OS X 10.11.4 beta 5 to developers and public beta users, Apple today has also pushed beta 5 of watchOS 2.2, as well as tvOS 9.2 to developers. The builds come just a week after the fourth betas were released.
Filed under: iOS Devices
Apple releases iOS 9.3 beta 5 for developers + public beta testers with restored Apple Pencil features
Just nine days after the last developer beta, Apple has released iOS 9.3 beta 5 to registered developers and pubic beta users for testing. This beta version is expected to restore full Apple Pencil support for scrolling and navigation on iPad Pros after earlier betas removed that function. We’ll check out the latest release and update below with changes.
Filed under: Developers, iOS Tagged: iOS 9.3, iOS 9.3 beta 5
Apple releases OS X 10.11.4 developer + public beta 5
One week after the last public beta and 9 days after the last developer beta, Apple has released OS X 10.11.4 beta 5 for both developers and public beta testers. The update is said to improve Mac stability, compatibility, and security. Focus areas mentioned include iBooks, Messages, Notes, and Photos.
Filed under: Developers, Mac
9to5Toys Lunch Break: iPad Pro 128GB $820, iPhone 6/s 3100mAh Battery Case $18, LG 55″ HDTV $450, more
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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:
Apple 12.9-inch iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi in all colors: $820 shipped (Reg. $949)
Apple 12.9-inch iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi in all colors: $695 shipped (Reg. $799)
Trianium 3100mAh iPhone 6/s MFi Battery Case: $18 Prime shipped (Reg. $36)
Daily Deals: LG 55-inch 1080p LED HDTV $450, CYBERPOWER 1000VA / 600W Pure Sine Wave UPS System $100, more
Apple 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro (newest version) 2.7GHz/8GB/256GB $1,200 shipped (Reg. $1,499)
Apple’s 12-inch MacBook now $300 off: 256GB $1,000, 512GB $1,300 + extra $50 savings w/ .edu email
Apple Mac Pro 12-core Xeon/64GB/1TB: $8,799 shipped (Reg. $9,599), more
Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Studio Over-the-Ear Wired Headphones $150 shipped (Orig. $300)
This emergency flashlight can charge your phone, start your car, or help you break out of it: $80 shipped
App Store Free App of the Week: HoPiKo speed-run platformer goes free for the first time ($2 value)
The Walking Dead: Michonne is now available for iOS, Android and consoles
All Access is the new one stop app for DC Comics/Film/TV news and more
MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:
MFi Apple-Certified Lightning + microUSB Braided Cables: 6-foot $13.50, 3-ft. $12.50, more
- SanDisk Mobile Storage: 200GB microSD card $80 (Reg. $100), more
- Games/Apps: Watch Dogs from $10, The Division pre-order $48, more
- LG Smartwatches: Urbane w/ HRM in gold or silver $180 shipped (Reg. $230+), more
- Paracord Survival Bracelet/Knife/Fire Starter: $4 Prime shipped (Reg. $6)
- Media – HD downloads: Black Mass $10, Jurassic World $10
- $100 Toys R Us Gift Card for just $85 w/ email delivery from PayPal
- Kindle First eBook freebies for March: The Big Fear, more
- Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 5.5-inch (Unlocked) for $179 shipped (Reg. $249)
- LG 20W Bluetooth Speakers: P7 $55 (Reg. $115), more
- Get a recertified Samsung Galaxy S5 w/Unlimited Talk-and-Text from FreedomPop: $200 (Orig. $1,072, CA Tax only)
MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:
Free PS Plus Games for March: Broforce, Galak-Z, Super Stardust HD, more
Free Xbox Live Gold Games for March: Borderlands, Lords of the Fallen, more
Grab the best-selling GoPro HERO4 Silver Action Camera for $299 (Reg. $330+), more
- LD West’s gun holster-style iPhone case & wallet combo: $20 off, deals from $109 shipped
- Fitbit’s Alta activity tracker has an OLED display, pre-order for $109 (Reg. $130)
- Magazine subs from $4.50/yr + digital access: ESPN, more
- Toys: Diggin Active Skuut Wooden Balance Bike $42, more
- Microsoft Band 2 Activity Tracker: $175 (Reg. $215+)
- Apogee Groove USB Digital-to-Audio Converter for $235 (Reg. $300)
- Replace your wallet with the Adonit Wallet Case for iPhone 6/6s: $17 (Orig. $25)
- Messenger Bags: Canvas/Leather for 15-inch MacBooks $48, Lowepro 250 $40, more
- Netflix March Preview: “House of Cards” Season 4, “Daredevil” Season 2, more
- Brit Awards 2016 performances are now available to download/stream for free
- Samsung 850 EVO 2.5-inch SSD: 500GB $140 (Reg. $150+), 1TB $271 (Reg. $295+), more
- Athletic Apparel: Nike extra 20% off clearance, Reebok Outlet 50% off
- Hisense 55-inch 1080p 120Hz LED Smart HDTV w/ 3 HDMI inputs: $370 (Orig. $548)
- 12 classic Pixar films in HD for $15 ea, Mad Max: Fury Road & The Martian $10 ea
- Gift Cards up to 20% off: CVS, Domino’s, Jiffy Lube, many more
- Rolo Travel Bag keeps you looking good on the road: $45 (Orig. $61)
- Have someone from Amazon take care of that honey-do list and get a free $30 gift card
- MFi Apple-Certified Lightning cables: 10-foot for $11, 3-foot for $6, more
- Carriers & retailers roll out major pre-order bonuses for Samsung’s Galaxy S7
Show off and charge your Apple Watch + iPhone w/ this aluminum dock for just $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $39), more
NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:
Brita’s new Wi-Fi Infinity water pitcher automatically orders new filters from Amazon
Raspberry Pi 3 hits with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth after four long years
- Zepp partners with Old Hickory for a new smartphone-connected baseball bat
- Victronix teases its new Cyber Tool fitness tracker for the popular INOX watch
- Explore Renaissance Italy in the new Assassin’s Creed Identity action RPG for iOS
- Pokémon Sun and Moon on Nintendo 3DS confirmed, pre-orders now live
- Marshall’s first Bluetooth headphones tout impressive battery life alongside a retro design
Review: Audioengine turns it up to 11 with its newest Bluetooth HD6 powered speakers
Filed under: Tips and Tricks
iPod creator Tony Fadell talks about his journey to the iPod, iPhone, thermostats, and Nest
Image Credit: Christina Samuelson
Last week, the Silicon Valley Forum held a Visionary Salon Dinner event with Tony Fadell. Kevin Surace, Appvance’s CEO, interviewed Fadell on his past accomplishments and journey through technology. An edited transcript of the conversation shows just how in-depth the conversation went. Fadell’s interview is a personal look at what drove the creator forward while building the iPod, the iPhone, and the Nest Thermostat.
Filed under: General, iOS, Tech Industry