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Ranking all 16 iOS versions, from worst to best
We've gone through 16 versions of iOS so far. But ever wonder which was the worst and which is the best? We've ranked all 16 iOS versions here.
Apple: 4 million iPhone 4S units sold in first three days
Apple boasts 4 million iPhone 4S units sold during opening weekend, 25 million iOS 5 users, 20 million sign up for iCloud.
iPhone 4S activation proves to be difficult for AT&T
With each release of a new Apple iPhone, AT&T has continually struggled over the years to keep up with the sheer amount of activations on launch day.
Our favorite hidden features of iOS 5
After you've gotten through the iOS 5 update, check out these under-the-hood features Apple packed into the upgrade.
Hands-on with iOS 5
Apple's new iOS 5 is here. We've gone through all the major features of the new mobile operating system so you can know what wins and what to look out for before you get started.
The iPhone 4S gets torn apart for the world to enjoy
The people over at iFixit have managed to tear apart another new gadget even before it has become available to the general public. This time the victim is none other than the Apple iPhone 4S, and even though there aren't many surprises we still learned a thing or two.
Speaktoit: The Android answer to Siri
Don't want an iPhone but wish you had a virtual assistant? Speaktoit might not have quite the momentum Siri does, but it's one of your best Android options.
Foursquare wraps new Radar feature around iOS 5
Foursquare ups the iOS 5 ante with a new feature called Radar, which uses Apple's technology to put your location lists to use.
Lost your apps with iOS 5 update? Don’t worry, iCloud has you covered
If your apps disappeared after updating to iOS 5, you can re-download them easily with the help of iCloud.Here's how to do it.
Apple TV 4.4 update brings AirPlay mirroring, NHL and Photo Stream
With iOS 5 receiving the vast majority of attention from legions of excited Apple fanatics, Apple slipped in a content-filled update to the Apple TV with little fanfare.
Error: What to do if your iOS 5 update doesn’t work
A large number of people have had problems updating to iOS 5. Here are some possible ways to fix the problem.
iCloud explained: Things to consider before embracing the cloud
Apple's iCloud service is launching: what does it do, who can use it...and what should you watch out for?
The S stands for Same: Why Apple’s iPhone 4S is a bore
Apple revealed its new iPhone 4S today and, as the name implies, it looks exactly like the iPhone 4. Is it wise of Apple to forego updating the look of its phone for another year?
Apple iOS 5: Everything you need to know
Sure, there was no iPhone 5 (or 4S...) announcement this morning, but Apple revealed the ins and outs of iOS 5. Or at least most of them: There are more than 200 new features on their way. Here we review some of the more notable upgrades to hit iOS devices this fall.
The iPhone 5’s Assistant application might steal its thunder
A built-in app called Assistant is rumored to debut technology that will impact the entire industry.
Facebook and Apple to reveal deep integration tomorrow?
Adding more fuel to the iPhone rumor fire, a vast partnership between unlikely allies Facebook and Apple may be announced at tomorrow's event.
Apple’s October 4 iPhone 5 event: What to expect [update]
After 16 months, the wait for Apple's next generation is nearly over. But what Apple plans to announce remains unknown. Fortunately, we have some pretty good guesses. Here are our six predictions for what to expect on Tuesday, October 4.
Facebook’s ‘Project Spartan’ leaked (again), next week release expected
Facebook's clandestine HTML 5-based web app portal, so-called "Project Spartan," has made another early appearance just days before its expected official release next week.
Apple said to release final iOS 5 build week of Sept. 23; iPhone 5 due first half of Oct.
Multiple sources are reporting that the "Golden Master" version of iOS 5 will be released during the week of September 23, which corroborates rumors that the iPhone 5 will land sometime in the first two weeks of October.
Did Apple leak what the next iPhone will look like?
An icon in the beta software for Apple's Photo Stream might give us a clue as to what the next iPhone will look like.
The iPhone 5 might be thinner than the iPhone 4, and have its volume buttons moved
Some possibly leaked iPhone 5 parts could point to a thinner iPhone, with 8-megapixel camera, and switched volume buttons.
Apple releases ‘iTunes Match’ beta cloud music service with streaming feature
Apple has released the beta version of its iTunes Match cloud music service to developers, and it includes one excellent feature nobody knew it would have: streaming.
Apple to devs: stop tracking iOS users by device numbers
In a nod to privacy, Apple has told iOS app developers to stop tracking users by device IDS...which could spell trouble for ad networks.
Old Twitter is dead, long live new Twitter
The new, updated version of Twitter is now being used by all users, whether they want to or not.
Study shows face recognition technology can reveal much more than your image
Researchers could identify people based on nothing more than a photo, as well as predict part of their Social Security numbers.
Apple to bring face recognition to iOS 5
Apple's acquisition of Polar Rose has resulted in built-in face detection for iOS 5.
Apple releases iOS 5 beta 2, wireless sync enabled
Developers can now get their hands on the newest beta release of Apple's forthcoming mobile operating system, iOS 5.