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Apple yet again rumored to launch iPhones with larger screens, multiple colors

By Allyson Kazmucha, Thursday, Jun 13, 2013 a 1:18 pm

Rumors about Apple releasing iPhones with larger screens and multiple colors aren't anything new. This time Reuters is reporting that it could happen next year due to pressure from the market and rival handset makers, namely Samsung. According to Reuters, sources familiar with the matter say Apple could be looking at 4.7" and 5.7" models as well as up to 6 color choices instead of the standard black and white options.

GhostBird acquired by Yahoo!, Kitcam and PhotoForge 2 now removed from the App Store

By Richard Devine, Thursday, Jun 13, 2013 a 6:30 am

GhostBird Software, the developers of Kitcam and PhotoForge 2, has been purchased by Yahoo! to become part of the Flickr team. As a result, both applications have now been removed from the App Store, though will continue to work for anyone who has already downloaded them. Equally, if you've ever had either of the apps you'll still be able to re-download them. While disappointing for fans of their apps -- we love Kitcam here at iMore -- the guys from GhostBird are looking forward to their new endeavours:

WWDC 2013 session videos now available for viewing

By Chris Parsons, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 8:18 pm

If you're an Apple developer but weren't able to attend WWDC 2013 in San Francisco, that doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the sessions taking place.

Apple has begun posting the over 100 session videos to their developer portal for your viewing pleasure. In addition to the sessions being posted online, if you've downloaded the WWDC 2013 app, you'll find the videos posted there as well with full support for AirPlay.

Apple posts new video titled 'Making a difference. One app at a time.'

By Allyson Kazmucha, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 3:38 pm

Apple has just posted a new video to their YouTube channel entitled Making a difference. One app at a time. which basically highlights show apps have actually impacted people's lives and in many instances, made their lives better.

iOS 7: All the features you might have missed!

By Joseph Keller, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 3:25 pm

When Apple unveiled iOS 7 at WWDC 2013 on Monday, they spent most of their time talking about ten major features of the new OS, including a refreshed interface, better multitasking, and iTunes Radio. But, as with past years, they also spent a couple of minutes highlighting additional features that, while they enhance the user experience, don't merit a five or ten-minute explanation of of their own. The following is a breakdown of other features that we know of that users will see when iOS 7 is released:

New MacBook Air uses screaming fast PCIe SSD

By Peter Cohen, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 1:27 pm

The new Mac Pro isn't the only new Mac model with PCIe-based Solid State Drive storage. The new MacBook Air, which began shipping this week as soon as it was introduced on stage at WWDC, also uses the technology, according to Ben Lovejoy at 9to5Mac.

Instapaper creator Marco Arment's take on what iOS 7 means for developers

By Allyson Kazmucha, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 12:57 pm

Marco Arment of the popular read it later service Instapaper has an interesting take on what iOS 7 means for app development and how it's a great opportunity to take advantage of an already saturated market.

The Ashton Kutcher jOBS movie actually going to release, pegged to open August 16

By Richard Devine, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 9:41 am

The Ashton Kutcher jOBS movie which originally should have launched on April 19, is actually set to release finally on August 16, four months later. Initial reactions to the movie were mixed to say the least, but in a couple of months time the general public will get their chance to see it.

AirPort Utility 6.3 for Mac pushing out, support for new AirPort hardware and Time Capsule

By Richard Devine, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 8:20 am

To go with the new AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule announced at WWDC 2013, Apple is now pushing out an update to AirPort Utility for Mac. Version 6.3 allows you to set up and manage the new AirPort Express and Extreme, as well as the new Time Capsule. In addition, it also provides you with the facility to configure the 802.11ac WiFi on these devices alongside some enhanced remote management features.

WWDC 2013 keynote now available to download from iTunes

By Richard Devine, Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 a 6:47 am

The WWDC 2013 keynote may have been streamed live, and then posted to the web, but what if you don't have time to watch it in one sitting? As is usually the case, Apple has now uploaded the entire thing to their Apple Keynotes channel available in iTunes, so you can download it to your iPhone or iPad and watch it on the go.