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Rumor: Apple working on external controller for iOS gaming

It never hurts to have a good peripheral. Per AnandTech, Apple is reportedly working on a physical controller to similarly enhance gameplay on its iPad and other mobile devices. In his review of Apple’s new iPad and its gaming graphics prowess, AnandTech’s Anand Lal Shimpi reported that he has been made aware of “an internal […]

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Microsoft releases SkyDrive app for iPhone, offers free cloud storage in process

It’s surprising but it could be useful. Per the cool cats at The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Microsoft has just released an iPhone app for access to the free Microsoft SkyDrive cloud storage service. SkyDrive for iPhone should make Windows users who have documents stored in the cloud happy. Users can upload videos or photos created […]

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Skype to purchase GroupMe, looks to add group texting, added conference call support to application

When in doubt, try to have your software become more functional. Per Macworld, Internet calling company Skype said Sunday that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire GroupMe, a startup that offers a free group text messaging and conference call service on mobile phones. Skype did not disclose how much it is paying […]

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iOS 4.1 beta points out forthcoming fixes with proximity center, Bluetooth, Game Center, etc.

The third beta of Apple’s upcoming iOS 4.1 update points out a slew of fixes to be expected when the software releases. iOS 4.1 is currently in its third beta, released earlier this month. Per AppleInsider, the update addresses many issues that users have experienced, including problems with Bluetooth connectivity. The official list of fixes […]