10 Surprises We Have Learned About Steve Jobs
With a bestselling biography by Walter Isaacson on the shelves, the public has learned many shocking details about the life of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs since he succumbed to cancer in October of 2011. In addition to the surprising allegations of refusal to pay child support to the mother of his eldest daughter and the story behind his black turtleneck uniform, here are ten other surprises that have come out since his untimely demise.
Instagram Updates to 1.8
After reading a bunch of our posts you might notice two things. 1. MacApper likes Instagram! and 2. Burbn, Inc. likes to update their app! A lot! Here’s what the update text says:
- Double-tap on photos to Like them
- Autocomplete usernames
- New interactive comment screen
- Improved reliability & speed
Instagram 1.8 offeres the ability to double-tap on a photo to “like” it. Instagram will now also autocomplete when typing usernames. There is now a new interactive comment screen and Instagram 1.8 offers improved reliability and speed. Be sure to download this update by opening up the AppStore on your iPhone or iPod touch.
GarageBand for the iPad in Action
I must admit I was a little skeptical when it came to the abilities of the iPad’s new musical abilities, but this changed completely once I found this video of George Lambro’s skills. If you think that GarageBand for the iPad is a bust, check this video out! This is where the phrase Apple so pushes “the iPad is magical” truly comes into play.
Reported by TUAW.
Delivery Status Touch Updates to 4.4
Continuing the long line of overhauled apps being updated, Delivery Status touch has updated to 4.4. Here’s what the update text states:
New Features:
- Added support for DHL UK (Domestic Express) and Post.at (Austria).
- Added support for more barcodes from DHL Germany, FedEx, and USPS.
- The iPad version has been reworked to make it easier and more enjoyable to use.
- There’s a new Juncloud sync site at http://junecloud.com/sync/
- If you don’t have any deliveries, you can add a delivery by tapping the package icon or “no deliveries” text.
No iSync in Lion?
Take a long last look at that icon because TUAW Reports that those who have been using the latest version of Apple’s pre-released operating system have noted that there is no iSync to be found. Maybe a better solution will take it’s place? iSync was an app that allowed you to sync your phones, palm pilots (whaaa?) and even old iPods with all of your contacts and calendar events.
It’s also important to note that FrontRow, Java runtime, and Rosetta have also disappeared.
Google Updates Maps Web App
Google has recently updated their web interface to their Map’s service viewable on mobile browsers such as mobile Safari. The update includes the ability to view your current location, give suggestions when entering locations, clickable icons, directions for when you are driving, walking, biking, and taking a transit system, the ability to view satellite, traffic, and other views as well as much more. Sounds like the built in iPhone Maps app! Well, now you can do all of these things straight through Safari via maps.google.com. Enjoy!
Nike+ GPS Updates to 3.1
Nike’s running and tracking app just received a major overhaul with new features and a bunch of performance improvements. Here’s what the update text says:
- Control whether incoming calls will pause your run.
- Select your preferences for Voiceover feedback, or turn it off all together.
- End or pause your run without pulling the plug on your music.
- Register or sign-in to Nike+ GPS with your Facebook or Twitter account.
- Experience a boosted engine with improved accelerometer and GPS accuracy.
- Challenge your friends to a new Nike+ Tag Game: Last to Run, where the last person to sync a run is IT.
IntoNow Updates to 1.2
IntoNow the amazing “identify what you’re watching on TV and share it to the world” app has recently updated to version 1.2. Here is what they did:
- Rate episodes, shows and movies! Simple thumbs up and thumbs down will help us create recommendations for you, and ratings for the show!
- Share with a single tap: easier and faster to share.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements!
Mobee Magic Bar – Wireless Charging for Apple Keyboard
Just like the Palm Pre there is an inductive charging solution for your Apple wireless keyboard and magic trackpad. Just replace the batteries in your keyboard with a special power cylinder. The Magic Bar is powered by USB and is $59.99 USD and will be available in June. There are some drawbacks to this product however: It takes up another USB port on your computer and costs twice the amount of a $29 Apple battery charger. Though still, instead of waiting for your batteries to charge you can now just slide it into the charging wand. Check it out here!
Apple Creates the iAd Gallery App
Apple launched a feature in their iOS operating system designed to make viewing advertisements fun for the consumer and easy for the advertiser. This feature is called iAd. Recently Apple created an app for the iPhone and iPod touch called the iAd Gallery. What does this do? It allows you to view and save all of your favorite iAds.
iAd Gallery updates regularly to show you all of the ads on the iAd network from all of the popular brands. Love a particular ad? Add it to the “Loved” section. You then can organize and replay your favorite iAds over and over again.
