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Maps: Apple Warned After Betas, Service 'Bad' Say Developers

Of late, Apple has been grabbing headlines for all the wrong reasons, with its Maps for iOS 6 raising eyebrows and gathering criticism. However, CNET's interview with 12 developers reveal that Apple had prior knowledge of issues with the Maps app and had been warned.

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    Samsung Galaxy S3: Korea Sees Jelly Bean Update As U.S. Waits

    Samsung first announced Android Jelly Bean 4.1 would arrive on Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphones at the announcement of Samsung Galaxy Note 2. Later the company released a chart showing the update process for U.S. carriers, though Korean customers now have the update.

  • iOS 6: How Multitasking Can Be Refined Without Losing Its Essence

    Pre-iOS 6 launch, the expectation from a section of users was that Apple would refine the user interface alongside the desire to improve multitasking. While a suggestion was to build an Exposé-esque system, a user recently proposed a refinement of the current multitasking tray.

  • If Windows 8 Flops, Will Businesses Be Affected?

    Microsoft is expected to launch its latest Windows 8 operating system in October and would be hoping that the OS would give a fillip to the company's fortunes, helping it establish a stronger foothold in the consumer market. However, if the Redmond-based company's Windows 8 OS is a failure, would businesses be impacted?

  • Microsoft Points Not Compulsory For Windows 8, Not Available For Xbox Live

    Microsoft Points have been commonplace across the company's service to buy products, notably introduced with Xbox Live. Recently, The Verge reported that the Points are not a compulsory means to purchase products in Windows 8 as the platform's launch approaches.

  • Top Windows 8 App Tweaks Ahead Of Oct. 26 Launch

    Microsoft is adding a slew of updates to the apps and tools that come with Windows 8, and this week the software giant outlined more than 50 changes covering everything from search and messaging to music or photo management.

  • Firefox Metro Preview Released For Windows 8: Features And Installation

    Microsoft's newest desktop operating system, Windows 8, will be available in just a few weeks, and that has sparkled Mozilla to release the first version of Firefox Metro for those who enjoy living on the edge using software that could bug out at any second.

  • Samsung: Jelly Bean Is Coming To Our Devices (But Dates Remain Elusive)

    Samsung's Jelly Bean update has not yet arrived on the Samsung Galaxy S3, with reports suggesting October as the date. Samsung issued an official statement on the update process, saying the Jelly Bean will arrive "soon" across most U.S. carriers.

  • Microsoft Sends Invites For Windows 8 Launch Event On Oct. 25

    Microsoft seems to be on track to launch its latest operating system, Windows 8, later this month. On Thursday, Oct. 4, the Redmond-based company sent out invites for its Windows 8 event that is scheduled for Oct. 25.

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    Google Preparing Android 4.2 For LG Optimus G Nexus: Leaked Specs

    According to recent reports, the collaboration between Google and LG will produce a device called the LG Optimus G Nexus, the newest member of the Google Nexus family of Android devices. The handset, which is considered a tweaked version of the LG Optimus G, is expected to make its official debut in November at an event held by Google and LG.

  • iOS 6: Students Say Operating System Is Not New, Loses Data

    iOS 6 drew a mixed reception from critics; some cited the operating system's nearly unchanged appearance as underwhelming in light of its competitors' advances. When students were asked about the latest version of Apple's mobile platform, they also displayed very little excitement.

  • Android Jelly Bean 4.1: Two Percent Market Share Approaches

    Recent data covering the 14-day period leading up to Oct. 1 reveals that the share of devices running Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is just under two percent. The latest version of Android is struggling to gain market share, a common problem for Google.

  • MSN Gets Metro Redesign For Windows 8 IE10 Users

    Microsoft is on the verge of releasing a newer version of its MSN website, and viewers must be using Windows 8 to view it in its entirety. The redesign of MSN will closely resemble the Windows 8 user interface, formerly known as Metro. The company plans for new MSN to go live on October 26, the same day Windows 8 hits store shelves.