BlackBerry submitted BBM for iOS to Apple for review two weeks ago but is still waiting for App Store approval, according to Alex Kinsella, Senior Strategic Account Manager at BlackBerry. … [Read more...] about BlackBerry Submitted BBM for iOS to Apple Two Weeks Ago, Is Still Waiting for Approval
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Apple Calls DOJ's Revised Proposed E-Book Remedy a 'Broadside Masquerading as a Brief'
In a new court filing obtained by AllThingsD, Apple berates the DOJ's revised proposed e-book remedies calling them a “broadside masquerading as a brief” and a “transparent attempt effort to attack the credibility of Apple and its counsel, and obtain an injunction wildly out of proportion to the issues and evidence in the case.” Apple is asking the court to order the DOJ to … [Read more...] about Apple Calls DOJ's Revised Proposed E-Book Remedy a 'Broadside Masquerading as a Brief'
Apple Changes App Store Rankings Algorithm to Promote Better App Discovery
According to a recent report from TechCrunch, Apple appears to be implementing some changes to the way that it ranks apps for its Top Charts in the App Store. The new factors which are now included, such as app ratings and user engagement, could influence app position and prevent developers from artificially inflating the rankings. According to Fiksu, an app marketing service, … [Read more...] about Apple Changes App Store Rankings Algorithm to Promote Better App Discovery
Apple Pulls Bang With Friends From App Store
Apple has pulled the Bang With Friends app from the App Store. Cofounder and CEO Colin Hodge told Valleywag that he's working with Apple to get the app, which recently crossed the million user mark, back in the iPhone's warm embrace. … [Read more...] about Apple Pulls Bang With Friends From App Store
Apple's 50 billionth app contest winner saved up five app purchases
21-year-old Brandon Ashmore of Mentor, Ohio has a lot to smile about as the winner of a $10,000 gift card from Apple for being the person who downloaded the 50 billionth app from the App Store. Ashmore told NewsChannel5 in Cleveland that he had saved up five apps to download onto his iPhone 5 to try to win the contest, and thought he was being pranked when an Apple rep called … [Read more...] about Apple's 50 billionth app contest winner saved up five app purchases
Apple App Store Reaches 50 Billion Downloads
Apple has announced that the App Store has reached 50 billion downloads bringing an end to its '50 Billion Apps Countdown Promotion'. Apple's homepage has been updated with the following message: 50 billion app downloads. It couldn't have happened without you. … [Read more...] about Apple App Store Reaches 50 Billion Downloads
Apple Expands Crackdown on App Discovery Apps
Apple has been cracking down on app discovery resources in recent months, removing high profile apps like AppGratis for violating guideline 2.25, which states the following: "Apps that display Apps other than your own for purchase or promotion in a manner similar to or confusing with the App Store will be rejected." A report from AllThingsD in early April indicated that … [Read more...] about Apple Expands Crackdown on App Discovery Apps
Roku App is Updated With Ability to Play Photos and Music Simultaneously
The Roku app for iPhone has been updated with the ability to play photos and music simultaneously, manual device setup, auto pairing, and more. Turn your iOS device into a control center for your Roku streaming player. Features: • Browse and add several hundred Roku channels in the Roku Channel Store • Enjoy your iPhone’s photos and music on your Roku player (Supported on … [Read more...] about Roku App is Updated With Ability to Play Photos and Music Simultaneously