APPLE NEWS

Apple has released MacBook Air EFI Firmware Update 2.9.1 for download.

Apple's plans for an overhauled Apple TV might have be to put on hold, as sources say the device has been delayed until 2015 due to content negotiations.

Apple has seeded developers with the first seed of OS X Mavericks 10.9.5 build 13F7

Modbook today announced the Modbook Pro X, a 15.4-inch Mac-based pen tablet computer, and launched a Kickstarter campaign to complete development and start production of the device.

The Westboro Baptist Church, an insane cult that is often described as a hate group, will be protesting at Apple's headquarters on August 12th.

An Apple support page that may have accidentally referenced an upcoming mid-2014 Mac Mini model, also listed a mid-2014 27-inch iMac.

Russia has requested that Apple hand over its source code for its products to ensure its iOS and Mac devices are not being used to government surveillance programs

Instagram has released Bolt, a new photo messaging app, in New Zealand, Singapore, and South Africa.

Square has unveiled a new Square Reader for chip cards which will help combat fraud and protect sensitive payment data.

Yahoo Finance for iOS has been updated with a new design, a news tab, and updated watchlist and more giving you quicker access to the stocks and finance news you care about.

Apple is reminding customers of a Tax Free period in certain United States states, giving customers a discount during a 'tax free holiday'

Primate Labs has posted benchmarks for the new 13-inch and 15-inch Retina MacBook Pros.

OWC has gotten a hold of the new mid-2014 Retina MacBook Pros and posted unboxing photos and SSD benchmark results.

The Dark Ages Part 2 update to Plants vs. Zombies 2 has arrived, featuring 10 new levels, 2 new plants, and more.

An Apple Support page may have inadvertently referenced an upcoming Mac Mini model

The Amazon Kindle app has been updated with support for placeholders, notes export, Wikipedia smart lookup, and more.

Following an update to Microsoft OneNote for iPhone, OneNote for iPad has also been updated with the ability to insert files, support for formatted text, protected sections, and more.

Ford is planning to switch its corporate employees over to iPhone, with plans to dump BlackBerry.

The Swell Radio app has been shut down after Apple reportedly acquired the company for $30 million.

Apple has expanded AppleCare+ for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch to Mexico and Sweden

The worldwide smartphone market grew 23.1% year-over-year in 2Q14 setting a record of 295.3 million shipments, reports IDC.

The Apple TV has been updated with new CNBC and FOX NOW channels, bringing more content to Apple's popular streaming device.

Microsoft has released a major update to OneNote for iPhone bringing the ability to insert files, support for formatted text, protected sections, and more.

Another report suggests that production of the rumored iWatch has been delayed until Q4.

Check out this hands-on video with an alleged rear shell for the iPhone 6.

Spotify for iOS has been updated to bring a built-inch equalizer as well as a redesigned artist page for the iPad

Apple has released refreshed retina MacBook Pros for 13-inch and 15-inch models bringing an updated processor

LinkedIn has updated its app for iPhone and iPad with redesigned user profiles that help showcase your story.

Ryan Petrich has released Activator 1.9, the largest update to the tweak in over a year with many new features and bug fixes.

Apple has filed a motion with the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit to drop a cross-appeal in first California case against Samsung, reports FOSS Patents.

NPR has released NPR One, a new app for iPhone that features a curated stream of public radio news and stories.

Facebook is removing messaging features from its main app, requiring users to download Facebook Messenger to continue sending and receiving messages going forward.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings is spending $550 million to let guests use their smartphones to choose rooms, check in, and even unlock doors.

The Beats Music app has been updated with a new Tune Your Taste feature, Sentence History, Verified Badges, and player improvements.

Yelp App for iOS has gotten the ability to post video reviews of local businesses and restaurants

New photos have surfaced that allegedly show logic boards for both the 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch iPhone 6.

A Tampa fraudster was able to scam Apple 42 times, stealing $309,768 from the company using a trick known as a forced sale.

The 5.5-inch iPhone 6 will not launch until December alongside the Apple iWatch, according to supply chain rumors.

T-Mobile has announced a new share family plan that gives customers 10GB of data for $100 per month for four lines, for a limited time.

The European Commission has approved Apple's acquisition of Beats Electronics and Beats Music for $3 billion.

Apple will reportedly refresh its 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro tomorrow with the specs leaked yesterday.

The SoundCloud app has been updated with various interface improvements, including a now playing indicator.

Microsoft is touting Cortana, its new personal assistant, over Siri in a new ad entitled, 'Happy Anniversary'.

Apple is reportedly close to acquiring the Swell Radio app for around $30 million.

A photo allegedly taken inside the Chongqing Apple Store, claims to reveal specs and pricing for an updated 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro.

Check out this comparison of Apple's iPhone and iPad sales compared to some of the largest companies around.

BetterWiFi7 is a tweak from Simon Selg that adds enhancements to the Wi-Fi functionality of iOS 7.

EqualizerEverywhere is a tweak from Reed Weichler that adds a system wide audio equalizer to iOS.