Today, Apple released iOS 4.4 for the Apple TV 2G. Apple did not release an official iOS 5 update for Apple TV users as expected.
As noted by the folks over at Electronista, Apple did however release iOS 4.4 for the Apple TV. This update adds iOS 5 features, but is still called iOS 4. This update adds AirPlay mirroring, Photo Stream, and Movie Trailers. Apple also added some third party apps, such as an NHL app and a WSJ app for video consumption.
If you're just tuning in to iDB today, Apple is in the middle of seeding several major software updates and releases. The Cupertino company just released iOS 5, and now they've pushed out updates for the iWork software suite.
Along with the new mobile software, iCloud has started rolling out to the masses. Pages, Numbers, and Keynote have all been updated to support Apple's new sync and storage service...
Apple is in the middle of one of its busiest weeks in recent memory. It's releasing multiple major software updates, including iOS 5, and it's launching a major sync and storage service. Oh, and it has to deliver a million iPhone 4S orders by Friday.
Apple kickstarted the festivities yesterday afternoon by rolling out iTunes 10.5. Now the company has moved on to iCloud, giving the service's website a noticeable update. Along with a new login screen (above), iCloud.com also lost its 'beta' status...
This is perhaps Apple's biggest week in its history when it comes to software releases. The Cupertino company is expected to rollout iCloud, iOS 5, and several software updates to make sure everything stays compatible.
Today, Apple rolled out the first piece of the puzzle: iTunes 10.5. Although it's been available in beta for developers since June, this is the first time that the public has been given access. What's new in the software? Hit the jump for the full change log...
Not even a day after updating RedSn0w, the Dev Team has pushed yet another update to the jailbreak tool, with the release of RedSn0w 0.9.9 beta 3. This update brings better compatibility with the iOS 5 GM.
The latest version of RedSn0w can jailbreak iOS 5 GM on all devices except the iPad 2, but remember it is a tethered jailbreak, and it can be quite inconvenient...
Hacker iH8sn0w has updated his popular jailbreak tool for Windows called Sn0wbreeze. Sn0wbreeze 2.8b8 has been updated to jailbreak the iOS 5 Gold Master that was released after today's keynote.
This Sn0wbreeze release follows an update to RedSn0w earlier today that also jailbreaks the iOS 5 GM. (See our video tutorial for more information). Check inside for details on Sn0wbreeze 2.8b8...
Earlier today, the Dev Team quietly updated the jailbreak tool RedSn0w to version 0.9.9b2. This update doesn't bring much to the table but the usual bug fixes and enhancements.
Among those enhancements, RedSn0w 0.9.9b2 brings better firmware detection for the Verizon iPhone, and improves on recovery, stitching, and blob processing...
There's a handful of tweaks and utilities that are simply a must-have for jailbreakers. Obviously, this list can vary from person to person, but I don't think that anyone would argue that apps like Activator belong in the Cydia Hall of Fame.
Another title that belongs in that category, maybe most of all, is SBSettings. The utility makes accessing system settings and functions a breeze. SBSettings was just updated, and all of you early adopters will be happy to hear that it's now iOS 5 compatible...
Well, that didn't take long. Just three days after we reported that the Google+ app was going to be getting an update, the new software dropped. And just as we expected, the update brings Hangout support as well as a host of other enhancements.
Now that the social networking service is open to the public, and has a well-rounded mobile application, it'll be interesting to see how it stacks up against the competition. Hit the jump for a full rundown of all of the app's new features and improvements...
#NewFacebook is trending worldwide on Twitter right now. For those who aren't familiar with Twitter's services, Trending Topics are the top 10 most tweeted words or phrases at any given time.
The tweets are in response to a recent update that Facebook started rolling out at the beginning of the week, which makes some major changes to the service. And as usual, the changes have made their way into the iOS app...
Instagram, the service that describes itself as "a fast, beautiful, and fun way to share your life with friends through a series of pictures," is coming up on its one year anniversary. The service is also approaching the 10 million user mark.
Perhaps the even bigger news (at least for us as users) is that the 6-man team pushed out a major update for its popular iPhone app today. Instagram 2.0 offers a host of new features, including 4 new filters to help unleash your inner hipster...
Jailbreak developers are beginning to update their tweaks and apps with iOS 5 compatibility. We told you about BiteSMS getting updated for iOS 5 yesterday, and now another staple jailbreak app has been updated for Apple's highly anticipated mobile software.
Popular tethering app MyWi has been updated by Intelliborn to version 5.0. With iOS 5 compatibility, this new version of MyWi also features some improvements and bug fixes...