Apple topped Fortune's list of the World's Most Admired Companies in 2014 for the seventh straight time. Apple: ● Top 50 rank: 1 ● Rank in Computers: 1 (Previous rank: 1) ● Overall score: 7.94 ● Ticker:AAPL Why it's admired: The iconic tech company known for the iPhone and other stylish and user-friendly products is back in the top spot on this year's list, for the … [Read more...] about Fortune's 2014 List of World's Most Admired Companies
Government to Allow Companies to Reveal More Information on National Security Orders
The government has struck a tentative deal with major tech firms that will allow them to reveal more information about how the government collects data on their customers. Attorney General Eric Holder and Director of National Intelligence James Clapper released the following joint statement Monday: “As indicated in the Justice Department’s filing with the Foreign … [Read more...] about Government to Allow Companies to Reveal More Information on National Security Orders
iPhone Users Are Smarter Than Other Smartphone Users
UK Bookmaker Ladbrokes created an online test known as the 'Test of Wits' to see which smartphone owners had the highest mental agility. The test focused on problem solving skills, pattern recognition and code cracking. The Test of Wits is made up of seven brainteasers designed to test problem solving skills, pattern recognition and code cracking. Each user is asked … [Read more...] about iPhone Users Are Smarter Than Other Smartphone Users
Apple, Microsoft, Others Publish Open Letter to Washington Requesting Government Surveillance Reform
Apple, AOL, Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Twitter, and Yahoo have sent an open letter to Washington urging reforms that ensure that government surveillance efforts are clearly restricted by law, proportionate to the risks, transparent and subject to independent oversight. The open letter was posted to http://reformgovernmentsurveillance.com/. It reads as … [Read more...] about Apple, Microsoft, Others Publish Open Letter to Washington Requesting Government Surveillance Reform
Google+ App Now Offers Full Resolution Backup of Your Photos and Video, Other Improvements
The Google+ app now offers full resolution backup of your photos and videos, an updated design for the notification tray, as well as, the ability to share your location, see where your friends are, and control who is displayed on the map. Stay connected and share life as it happens with Google+ for iPhone and iPad. Join a Hangout, post a photo, or see what friends are sharing … [Read more...] about Google+ App Now Offers Full Resolution Backup of Your Photos and Video, Other Improvements
Chrome for iOS Gets Fast Form Completion With Autofill, Other Improvements
The Chrome web browser for iOS has been updated with Autofill for fast form completion and the ability to search for related images via a long press. Browse fast with Chrome, now available on your iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Sign in to sync your personalized Chrome experience from your computer, and bring it with you anywhere you go. … [Read more...] about Chrome for iOS Gets Fast Form Completion With Autofill, Other Improvements
Gmail App Gets a Visual Update for iOS 7, Major Improvements for iPad
Google has released an update to its Gmail app for iOS that features a major update for the iPad. Get the official Gmail app for your iPhone or iPad. The newly redesigned app brings the best of Gmail with real-time notifications, multiple account support and search across your entire inbox. … [Read more...] about Gmail App Gets a Visual Update for iOS 7, Major Improvements for iPad
Google Updates Zagat App for iOS With Support for More Locations, Street View Panoramas
Google has released an update to its Zagat app for iOS that brings support for many more locations, easy access to ratings and reviews, Street View panoramas, and more. Zagat is your guide to discovering the best and most notable restaurants, bars, cafes and clubs in dozens of top locations around the world (see the full list below). No need to wade through dozens of … [Read more...] about Google Updates Zagat App for iOS With Support for More Locations, Street View Panoramas
Google Hangouts App is Updated With Device, In-Call, and Mood Status
The Google Hangouts app has been updated with the ability to share what device you're on, whether you're in a call, or your current mood. Google+ Hangouts brings one-on-one and group conversations to life with photos, emoji, and video calls for free. Connect with friends across computers, phones and tablets. … [Read more...] about Google Hangouts App is Updated With Device, In-Call, and Mood Status
Google AdSense App Gets New Detailed Reports, Quick Switching, Additional Translations
The Google AdSense app has been updated with new detailed reports, quick switching between the screens of key reporting metrics, additional language support, and more. Access reports and key data from your Google AdSense and AdMob accounts while on the go, directly from your iPhone. … [Read more...] about Google AdSense App Gets New Detailed Reports, Quick Switching, Additional Translations