APPLE NEWS

Apple has blocked the TaiG jailbreak with the release of iOS 8.4.1, closing several vulnerabilities discovered by the team.

Apple has released iTunes 12.2.2 update for download with improvements to Apple Music

Apple just released iOS 8.4.1 to the public. If you jailbreak or want to jailbreak your device, you should hold off on updating to the new firmware.

Apple has releases OS X Yosemite 10.10.5 for download with improvements to Mail, Photos and QuickTime playback.

Apple has released iOS 8.4.1 with Apple Music improvements and bug fixes

Samsung has announced the launch of a rival mobile payments service to Apple Pay, called 'Samsung Pay'.

Samsung has officially unveiled its new Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5 smartphones.

A Geekbench system information screenshot, allegedly taken with the iPhone 6s, reveals a 2.0 A9 processor and just 1GB of RAM.

Bethesda has released a 1.1 update for Fallout Shelter bringing various gameplay improvements.

Gameloft has released 'March of Empires', a new strategy game for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Catalyst has unveiled the world's first waterproof case for the Apple Watch, designed to meet or exceed IP68 standards for waterproof protection and MIL SPEC standards for drop protection.

The Rdio Music app has been updated with support live broadcast radio.

Google has updated its iOS app with 'Ok Google' support on any web page, delivering smart answers about what you're looking at.

Apple has starting contacting recent Apple TV customers to arrange a recall of their device due to a faulty part.

Frontier has launched RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Check out this carbon-fiber Apple Watch concept designed by Feld & Volk.

Twitter has announced the removal of its 140 character limit from Direct Messages starting today.

The NFC Forum has announced that Apple is a sponsor member as of yesterday, gaining a seat on their board of directors.

Apple is reportedly requesting price cuts from its A9 chip suppliers.

Designer Martin Hajek has created a concept that imagines what an Apple flip phone might look like.

References found in El Capitan's Safari 9 browser hint that the upcoming iPad mini 4 will support Split View multitasking.

Apple has added 20 new Flyover locations to Apple Maps.

Fiksu has announced that two new iPhones have been spotted in its analytics data.

The Apple Store app has been updated with the ability to make purchases using Apple Gift Cards.

Check out this video which tests if iPhones can be used as brake pads for the Porsche 911.

The Good Technology Mobility Index Report for Q2 2015 found that while iOS is still the leader in enterprise, it's losing ground to Android.

LastPass has announced that its password management apps are now free on any device, including mobile devices; however, to sync between your phone, desktop, or tablet you will need a premium subscription.

A new report from reputable leaker @evleaks, suggests that Apple may launch a smaller 'iPhone 6c' alongside the new iPhone 6s.

Rite Aid has announced that all of its 4,600 stores will begin accepting mobile payments on Saturday, August 15th.

KGI is predicting that Apple will see zero or negative growth in iPhone sales following the launch of its next generation device.

Apple has announced that it's making more detailed ratios available for developers in App Analytics.

The Snapchat app has been updated with a new Travel mode, additional emojis, and the ability to see who's viewed your Stories.

New details have emerged revealing how Force Touch will work on the iPhone 6s.

Google has announced the creation of a new parent company called 'Alphabet' that contains its various endeavors including Google, Life Sciences, Calico, and more.

American Express has announced that it's the first major company to bring Apple Pay support to corporate credit cards.

The iPhone 6s will feature a reinforced back plate, according to measurements of a leaked back plate.

A video has surfaced online comparing a leaked display allegedly for the iPhone 6s with the display of the iPhone 6.

A new Plex media player app has been released for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

A video allegedly showing a 3D CAD model of the iPad mini 4 shell has been posted online.

500px has announced the launch of a new redesigned app for iOS.

Matter, an app that lets you add 3D effects to your photos with real-time shadows and reflections, is Apple's Free App of the Week.

U.S. watch sales fell 14% in June, the most in seven years, in what may be the first sign that Apple is eroding demand for traditional timepieces.

Foxconn has signed a deal with India's Maharashtra state to invest $ billion over five years on a new electronics manufacturing facility.

The European Commission has been unable to find evidence that Apple colluded with music labels to end free music streaming services.

Apple has posted a new iPhone ad entitled 'Photos & Videos'.

Apple reportedly plans to hold its iPhone 6s event on September 9th and unveil a new Apple TV at the same time.

Despite reports that parts for the iPhone 6s are already being mass produced, KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that mass production of the device is delayed 1-2 weeks.

Verizon has announced the launch of new simplified monthly plans with no contracts or smartphone subsidies.