iTunes 10.1 is now available – wasn't Apple's big announcement

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On November 17, 2010

While it wasn’t Apple’s big announcement, even though people seem to be more excited about it, iTunes 10.1 is now available. You will need to download this update in preparation for iOS 4.2. This update is around 90MB and includes support for AirPlay and several small bug fixes. What a day, first the news about […]

What do you think today's big announcement will be?

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On November 16, 2010

In a hour or so Apple is going to make an announcement. What could it be? It comes as no surprise that many people are busting out their crystal ball and taking a guess. Here are some of the possibilities: 1. A cloud based music service. 2. The obvious, iOS 4.2. 3. Official Verizon iPhone […]

What is the hold up on iOS 4.2?

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On November 15, 2010

November 12th has come and gone and iOS 4.2 has not been released as MacStories had predicted. MacRumors is reporting that iOS 4.2 should be released for the iPad on November 16th. So why the delay? According to MacStories the delay is a result of some iPad WiFi issues and there is a new iOS […]

By Popular Demand, Almost DSLR Giveaway

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On November 12, 2010

It seems our last Almost DSLR giveaway was very popular. I have had many readers contact me and request a promo code. Rainbow Silo was nice enough to provide Mobile Orchard with a few more. If you would like one please leave a comment telling us what question(s) would you ask if you could interview […]

Risks of jailbreaking your iPhone and developers prefer iOS in this week's mobile news

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Mashable posts a great article on getting started with mobile app development. Has a lot of great resources. The Pioneer says the risks of jailbreaking outweigh the benefits. Personally I would have a hard time trusting an app called ‘Pwnage Tool’ or ‘Greenpois0n’. Over 50% of developers prefer iOS but Android is quickly picking up […]

Popularity of the Skyfire Web Browser proves iPhone users want Flash Support

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On November 11, 2010

If the popularity of a new web browser made available in the App Store is any indication, iPhone users want flash support. Skyfire Web Browser launched last week and givess iPhone users the ability to view sites with Flash content. MobileCrunch reported that Skyfire grossed a whopping $1 million over launch weekend. The app, which […]

iOS 4.2 coming this week to an iPhone near you

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On November 10, 2010

Rumor has it that Apple will release iTunes 10.1 and Max OS X 10.6.5 today with iOS 4.2 coming out this coming Friday at 10:00 AM. iPad owners eagerly await this release because they will finally get iOS 4 along with several nice features. The new functionality in iOS 4.2 includes AirPrint, which allows users […]

iOS 4.2 improves performance of iPhone 3G

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On November 9, 2010

TiPb recently tried out the iPhone 3G with iOS 4.2 to see how everything ran. When iOS 4 first came out many users were unsatisfied with how their 3G handset performed. Apple promised improvements with 4.1 but people were still left pretty unsatisfied. This test by TiPb looks promising for 3G users.

Take your app to the next level with marketing advice from Marketing Your App

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On November 8, 2010

Matthew of Marketing Your App has agreed to answer questions from developers on promoting your mobile apps. While we enjoy bringing you app development tutorials, news, and reviews we also want to help you successfully market the apps you spend so much time working on. Matthew can answer your questions on the best ways to market your app and […]

Interest in iPhone app development has decreased, an interview with Dee Jones, and another Verizon iPhone rumor

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On November 5, 2010

In a survey by Millennial Media it shows that developer interest in iPhone app development has decreased over the last year. Dave Rudden of GamePro looks at the differences between Japanese and Western iPhone Development. Apple has brought two lawsuits against Motorola saying their smartphones and OS infringe on their intellectual property. Dee Jones of […]