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Automatically clear Spotlight search with ‘ClearOnOpen’

Jeff Benjamin ∙ June 9, 2013

Whenever you perform a Spotlight search by typing search terms in the Spotlight search bar, and then exit the search, the Spotlight search field remains populated when you swipe back to the Spotlight search screen. This is how Spotlight search works with stock settings.

ClearOnOpen is a new jailbreak tweak that forces the Spotlight search field to clear when coming back to the Spotlight search page. If you'd like to see how it works in action, then check after the break as we guide you via our video walkthrough.

‘Cybernetic’ brings new options to banner notifications

Jeff Benjamin ∙ Updated April 11, 2018

Cybernetic is a recently released jailbreak tweak that allows you to alter the way banner notifications work. For instance, if you tap on a banner, you can make the banner dismiss instead of opening the app associated with the notification.

If you're looking to change some of the options when it comes to banner notifications, then look no further than Cybernetic. Check inside for our hands-on video walkthrough.

A look back at WWDC banners over the past 11 years

Cody Lee ∙ Updated April 14, 2018

Tomorrow morning, Tim Cook and company will take the stage for Apple's annual WWDC keynote. And looking at the recently hung banners, they'll use at least part of the event to show off a new version of OS X and a redesigned iOS 7.

The banners have become a staple at the Conference, offering up subtle clues and not-so-subtle clues of what's to come. And with that in mind, as we prepare for a big day tomorrow, here's a look at the WWDC banners from the last decade...

iDB is ready for WWDC tomorrow, are you?

Cody Lee ∙ Updated April 11, 2018

In case you haven’t picked up on it yet, tomorrow is a huge day for Apple. Not only is it the first day of WWDC, but the Cupertino company will also be giving a keynote speech in which it's expected to make a number of announcements.

As presumed, there won’t be a live video stream of tomorrow’s media event. And a clip of the keynote won’t likely be available until hours after it’s over. But never fear, iDB will be here all day providing you with coverage and commentary...

WSJ: ‘new ways’ to share photos, videos in iOS 7

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated December 13, 2022

Throwing its proverbial credibility behind a recent rumor of iOS 7 having native Flickr and Vimeo integration, the credulous Wall Street Journal has just published a write-up which asserts that Apple's upcoming iOS revision will feature photo-sharing enhancements alongside new look. iOS 7 will include "new ways to share photos and videos" with other users, people who are reportedly involved in its development said...

Google reportedly set to buy Waze for $1.3 billion

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 25, 2016

An Israeli newspaper is reporting today that Google has won the bidding war for the popular crowd-sourced navigation app Waze. The two companies are in the process of finalizing an acquisition deal said to be worth $1.3 billion.

The report comes after several months of speculation that Waze was in buyout talks with a number of tech giants including Apple, and more recently Facebook—all with price tags in the neighborhood of a billion dollars...

Gruber: all the iOS 7 leaks are wrong

Cody Lee ∙ Updated March 18, 2016

During this week's episode of The Talk Show podcast, well known Apple dot connector and author of the popular blog Daring Fireball John Gruber offered up a few tidbits he's heard about what Apple may unveil at its WWDC keynote tomorrow.

While he notes that he has heard very little about what Apple has in store for this year, Gruber says that he has heard from somebody who is familiar with the company's plans that "all of the leaks are wrong" in regards to iOS 7...

The iDownloadBlog top news stories of the week – June 9, 2013 edition

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated April 25, 2017

Like every Sunday, we bring you the stories that were the most popular on iDB during this past week. Whether it is a news piece, an editorial, a tutorial, a new jailbreak tweak, or an accessory review, we sum it all up in one convenient place.

If you like what you're reading, please make sure to spread the love by sharing our posts on your favorite social network.

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7 features from jailbreak tweaks we could see in iOS 7 Celebrate WWDC with these gorgeous iOS 7 wallpapers First WWDC 2013 banners go up at Moscone West (hint: flat icons) iOS 7 and OS X logos go up at Moscone West What some iOS 7 stock app icons might look like Interactive iPhone 5S concept lets you play with Jony Ive-sanctioned flat iOS 7 Kevin Rose: iOS 7 is ‘very different’ and ‘a big change’ Auxo for iPad review SemiRestore brings an easy one-click restore to jailbroken iOS devices New hack allows you to run Plex on Apple TV without jailbreaking Here’s the crazy machine Apple uses to replace iPhone 5 screens Samsung’s Galaxy S4 dead in the water

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7 features from jailbreak tweaks we could see in iOS 7

Sébastien Page ∙ June 8, 2013

Now just a few days away from WWDC, excitement among Apple fans is at its climax. From predictions to speculations to wish lists, we're all trying to chime in on what Apple might unveil on Monday, and more specifically, what iOS 7 will hold for us.

There are a few details that appear to be set in stone. Namely, iOS is believed to have been flattened by design guru Jony Ive and his collaborators. Besides the visual make over, we're certain that iOS 7 will also bring new feature to the table, and if history gives us any hindsight, Apple's new mobile operating system might draw some inspiration from the jailbreak community once again.

In this post, I will detail a few features from various jailbreak tweaks that Apple should could implement in iOS 7...

Build the ultimate post-apocalyptic empire in Apoc Wars

Lory Gil ∙ Updated January 22, 2018

Build and battle games are really hitting their stride with iOS now. They are so much more than just simple town-building games. Players can now train an army and go out to attack and overthrow other empires. It’s like you are getting two games in one.

Apoc Wars is a build and battle game that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where enemies are punk rock Dirt Bags and your soldiers look like they walked out of Jamie Hewlett’s imagination…

Celebrate WWDC with these gorgeous iOS 7 wallpapers

Jim Gresham ∙ June 7, 2013

If you follow the jailbreak community closely or happen to be an avid iDB reader, you are sure (pun intended) to have heard of Surenix. He is quite the well-renowned graphic artist, having worked on recently popular tweaks, such as Atom and MiniPlayer, and developing the Evasi0n logo for the Evad3rs jailbreak team.

Earlier today, we were able to see photographs of the newly hung banners at the Moscone Center in San Francisco for the upcoming WWDC conference. The graphics are simplistic and flat, which correlates nicely with rumors that iOS 7 will change after the crowning of Jony Ive as the new SVP responsible for both software and hardware enhancements.

After these banners were highlighted through the blogosphere, Surenix picked up the design and has released iOS device wallpapers for everyone to enjoy...

iOS 7 and OS X logos go up at Moscone West

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated August 24, 2016

Apple yesterday started dressing up the Moscone West building ahead of Monday's keynote. The banners depicting flat icons hint at the iOS 7 redesign while revealing the conference slogan: "Where a whole new world is developing".

Numerous photographs of both the interior and exterior have arrived since and today we capture a glimpse of what looks like the official iOS 7 logo.

Unlike past graphics-heavy iOS logos, the newly revealed signage outside San Francisco's Moscone West depicts an elegant and very thin "7" against the white background. As you could imagine, it oozes minimalism and stylishness, which are said to be key themes behind the major iOS 7 overhaul.

Yes, 7 could mean anything and yes, we're pretty sure Apple meant iOS 7...