Multify jailbreak tweak updated for iOS 8.4 with new features

Multify—one of the most impressive multitasking jailbreak tweaks that we've seen thus far—is now available for jailbreakers running iOS 8.3 and iOS 8.4. Up until now, the tweak wasn't compatible with the latest jailbroken firmware, but that has now been remedied.

We reviewed the original version of Multify back in March, and were super-impressed by what it brought to the table. Now, jailbreakers who perhaps haven't had a chance to take the tweak for a spin get to do so.

Apps of the week: Five Nights at Freddys 4, GuidiGo, and more

The big news this week is that iOS 9 and WatchOS 2 got their fifth beta versions. While developers and beta testers are checking out all of the new features that the general public won't get to use until the fall, the rest of us have to find some interesting new content to keep us occupied.

Whether you are looking for an old-school tabletop style game, or want to go on a virtual vacation, we've got a list of apps and games we think you should check out this weekend.

Apple expected to debut new iPhones, iPads and Apple TV on September 9

Apple is planning an event for Wednesday, September 9 to announce new products, according to BuzzFeed's John Paczkowski. The well-connected reporter is hearing that the company will use the stage to unveil new iPhones, iPads and Apple TV.

In line with previous rumors, Paczkowski says the new iPhones—which the press has been referring to as the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus—will feature pressure-sensitive Force Touch displays, improved camera systems and significantly faster processors.

Verizon eliminating smartphone subsidies for new customers beginning August 13

In the market for a new iPhone on Verizon? If so, please be advised that the big red carrier is killing device subsidies beginning next Thursday, August 13, in favor of all-new month-to-month service plans.

The company revealed four new incoming plans with varying amounts of 4G LTE data, from the basic $30 per month plan with one gigabyte of shareable data to the $80 per month plan with twelve gigabytes of cellular data.

Why are iTunes Store music links now redirecting to Apple Music?

It appears that Apple has changed the way iTunes Store music links work. Instead of opening the corresponding artist, song or album pages in the iTunes Store application on the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad (or the iTunes Store section within desktop iTunes), these links now redirect to the Apple Music section in the stock Music app or within desktop iTunes, as first reported by Kirk McElhearn.

Lara Croft GO gets a release date

Lara Croft GO, an upcoming turn-based mobile strategy game from Hitman GO creators Square Enix, will be hitting the iOS platform on Thursday, August 27. In a media release announcing the release date, Square Enix said the upcoming game offers “a never-before-seen take on the iconic franchise, featuring challenging levels, gorgeous visuals and a mesmerizing soundtrack.”

Mass production of new iPhones slightly delayed, but launch won’t be postponed

With just a few weeks until Apple's assumed fall refresh of its smartphone lineup, revered analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities cautions that Apple appears to have slightly delayed mass production of 'iPhone 6s' and 'iPhone 6s Plus' devices.

The phones should enter volume production later this month, or about one to two weeks later than originally expected, Kuo was quoted as saying by Taiwanese media. Thankfully, the slight delay shouldn't affect Apple's launch plans so expect the new iPhones to drop in mid-September.

Microsoft Translator hits iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch with support for 50 languages

If you’re traveling frequently or have a need to translate anything in your daily life, Microsoft is here to help. The software giant's new release, an app called Microsoft Translator, helps you translate words, phrases and sentences directly on your wrist.

Powered by the same technology used by Office, Bing, Skype, Internet Explorer as well as partners such as Twitter, Yelp, eBay, WeChat and many more, the app lets you speak to your Apple Watch and get an instant translation in a total of fifty languages.

Microsoft Translator is also supported on the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad and is available at no charge in the App Store.

A new ‘Steve Jobs’ trailer depicts meticulous product launch preparations and other tidbits

Aaron Sorkin and Danny Boyle’s’s 'Steve Jobs' film is scheduled to hit movie theaters in the United States on October 9 so movie producers began airing a brand new TV trailer on television in an effort to drum up publicity for the forthcoming flick.

The 60-second video flashes between scenes depicting Steve's meticulous preparations for Apple's carefully choreographed product presentations and ones reflecting on his troubled relationship with Lisa, Jobs's first daughter who appears to be the ”heroine of the film” as the director put it.

Operation Dracula review: a relentless vertical shoot-em-up from a 1980s dreams

As far as arcade shooters go, some of the most action-packed are the ones where you are being bombarded by a massive onslaught of firepower that you can't seem to get away from. Some call it the "bullet hell" genre.

Operation Dracula is a vertical shoot-em-up that can be considered a bullet hell game because your entire screen is filled with firepower coming at you from every angle. We've got a full game review of Operation Dracula for you today.

The MiniSuit SPORTY armband lets you carry your iPhone 6 and your keys while working out

Apple Watch may be a game changer when it comes to fitness activities, but not everyone has jumped on that bandwagon yet. Some of us still have to use our caveman iPhone 6 devices while working out.

The MiniSuit SPORTY is an armband specifically designed for the iPhone 6 with a Velcro strap so you can hit the elliptical in style. Plus, with the handy side pouch, you don't have to worry about your locker key falling out of your pocket while you ride.