Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Monday, October 20, 2014
iOS 8.1 Update
iOS 8.1
This release includes new features, improvements and bug fixes, including:
• Apple Pay support for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus (U.S. only)
• Photos includes new features, improvements and fixes
◦ Adds iCloud Photo Library as a beta service
◦ Adds Camera Roll album in Photos app and My Photo Stream album when iCloud Photo Library is not enabled
◦ Provides alerts when running low on space before capturing Time Lapse videos
• Messages includes new features, improvements and fixes
◦ Adds the ability for iPhone users to send and receive SMS and MMS text messages from their iPad and Mac
◦ Resolves an issue where search would sometimes not display results
◦ Fixes a bug that caused read messages to not be marked as read
◦ Fixes issues with group messaging
• Resolves issues with Wi-Fi performance that could occur when connected to some base stations
• Fixes an issue that could prevent connections to Bluetooth hands-free devices
• Fixes bugs that could cause screen rotation to stop working
• Adds an option to select between 2G, 3G or LTE networks for cellular data
• Fixes an issue in Safari where videos would sometimes not play
• Adds AirDrop support for Passbook passes
• Adds an option to enable Dictation in Settings for Keyboards, separate from Siri
• Enables HealthKit apps to access data in the background
• Accessibility improvements and fixes
◦ Fixes an issue that prevented Guided Access from working properly
◦ Fixes a bug where VoiceOver would not work with 3rd party keyboards
◦ Improves stability and audio quality when using MFi Hearing Aids with iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
◦ Fixes an issue with VoiceOver where tone dialing would get stuck on a tone until dialing another number
◦ Improves reliability when using handwriting, Bluetooth keyboards and Braille displays with VoiceOver
• Fixes an issue that was preventing the use of OS X Caching Server for iOS updates
• Bug fixes
Some features may not be available for all countries or all areas.
For information on the security content of this update, please visit this website:
<http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222>
This release includes new features, improvements and bug fixes, including:
• Photos includes new features, improvements and fixes
◦ Adds Camera Roll album in Photos app and My Photo Stream album when iCloud Photo Library is not enabled
◦ Provides alerts when running low on space before capturing Time Lapse videos
◦ Resolves an issue where search would sometimes not display results
◦ Fixes a bug that caused read messages to not be marked as read
◦ Fixes issues with group messaging
• Fixes an issue that could prevent connections to Bluetooth hands-free devices
• Fixes bugs that could cause screen rotation to stop working
• Adds an option to select between 2G, 3G or LTE networks for cellular data
• Fixes an issue in Safari where videos would sometimes not play
• Adds AirDrop support for Passbook passes
• Adds an option to enable Dictation in Settings for Keyboards, separate from Siri
• Enables HealthKit apps to access data in the background
• Accessibility improvements and fixes
◦ Fixes a bug where VoiceOver would not work with 3rd party keyboards
◦ Improves stability and audio quality when using MFi Hearing Aids with iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
◦ Fixes an issue with VoiceOver where tone dialing would get stuck on a tone until dialing another number
◦ Improves reliability when using handwriting, Bluetooth keyboards and Braille displays with VoiceOver
• Bug fixes
Some features may not be available for all countries or all areas.
For information on the security content of this update, please visit this website:
<http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222>
Monday, September 15, 2014
Update
It has been a while since my last post. I have been working a lot and transitioning to a new position.
Here are some interesting articles regarding the new iOS and iPhones:
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/ilife-and-iwork-apps-to-be-pre-installed-on-64-128-gb-iphone-6-6-plus
This article is not good news for those of us who preordered: http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/apple-announces-record-4m-pre-orders-for-iphone-6-iphone-6-plus
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/multi-editorial-on-apples-iphone-6-iphone-6-plus-apple-watch
Here are some interesting articles regarding the new iOS and iPhones:
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/ilife-and-iwork-apps-to-be-pre-installed-on-64-128-gb-iphone-6-6-plus
This article is not good news for those of us who preordered: http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/apple-announces-record-4m-pre-orders-for-iphone-6-iphone-6-plus
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/multi-editorial-on-apples-iphone-6-iphone-6-plus-apple-watch
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Friday, June 6, 2014
Monday, May 19, 2014
Updates
Two updates one I forgot to post, well in all honesty I thought I posted but apparently didn't.
There is an update to iOS (7.1.1), these updates include:
There is an update to iOS (7.1.1), these updates include:
- Touch ID and Passcode has options to access Siri when the phone is locked.
- Further improvements to Touch ID fingerprint recognition
- Fixes a bug that could impact keyboard responsiveness
- Fixes an issue when using Bluetooth keyboards with VoiceOver enabled
- Released March 10, 2014
There is an update to iTunes (11.2.1), these updates include:
- Fixes a problem that may the /Users directory to become hidden for Mac on OS X Mavericks.
- Released May 16, 2014
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
ARIA by FitBit
If you are like most people the fitness craze has hit and is back. Now it has a more tech feel to it. You can get wristbands that tell you how much you have walked and calories burned, apps on your phone to help you regulate what your calorie intake is and so forth.
Now there is a scale that will sync with your phone and one of the apps on it. The ARIA is made by FitBit (http://www.fitbit.com/).
I personally use the FitBit Flex ( https://www.fitbit.com/flex) to track my exercise information.
The Aria Scale however works with the existing FitBit application and your tacker. It will sync your weight with the app to help determine calorie intake based on your weight goals. https://www.fitbit.com/aria
Some tips:
1) When setting up the Aria you MUST HAVE A WIFI Connection. It will not allow you to set it up over cellular connection or without a wifi.
2) If you step off the scale in mid weight it asks BF? like a scale is anyone's bf but I thought it was interesting.
3) The scale will sync to your fitbit app and will recognize up to 8 people.
Below are some screenshots:
Words of Wisdom
I have let the Words of Wisdom slide for a while now. Mostly because I have been struggling with staying positive and keeping my head above water but also because Donnie has been busy. I know there are plenty of other sites that have Words of Wisdom but to be honest Donnie's seem to speak to what's happening in people's lives today. I know they do in mine.
So for those of you struggling like I am with being positive here are a few of Donnie's Recent Words of Wisdom:
In this moment...
So for those of you struggling like I am with being positive here are a few of Donnie's Recent Words of Wisdom:
There's nothing that can stop you besides you.
You always find a way to push through.
Today you will too.
You always do.
Now, get to it.
Make this Monday, the best Monday of any Monday you've ever had, in the history of all Mondays, since the creation of Mondays. #HappyMonday!
Mostly sunny means more sun than clouds, partly sunny means more clouds than sun, and partly cloudy means an equal amount of clouds and sun
You have the right to be happy.
You deserve to be happy.
Your own happiness will not prevent others happiness, it'll only enhance theirs!
Love yourself. Trust yourself. Respect yourself. Appreciate yourself. Forgive yourself. Express yourself. You deserve no less than the best!
We are all here.
All in this together.
Together whether we like it or not.
I happen to love it, in fact.
Life is a gift.
So why not live it?
If you make only one choice today people...
Make the choice to be happy!
It really is that simple
In this moment...
In any given moment...
In the most trying of moments...
In the most joyous of moments...
Take a moment for #gratitude.
Life is hard... until it isn't.
Life is scary... until it isn't.
Life is life... until it is over!
Stop worrying & start freaking living!
If there is a WOW that moves you feel free to comment below.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Amazon starts letting you return items using Lockers | News | Geek.com
Interesting concept. I wonder if it will help improve the lost packages.
Amazon starts letting you return items using Lockers | News | Geek.com:
'via Blog this'
Amazon starts letting you return items using Lockers | News | Geek.com:
'via Blog this'
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Pokemon and Google Maps
WARNING WARNING POKEMON has taken over! This is not a joke (yeah I know it's April Fools Day) Google Maps was the first to announce this take over.
Pokemon characters are in a major takeover of the world. Yes you read that right! Gamers get your game on!
How can you defeat the takeover??
Head to Google Maps on your device (any smartphone with Google Maps)! (Please keep in mind you must have the newest version of Google Maps on your device.)
Once you have your Google Maps open it:
Once you have opened the app tap on search and you will see Press Start Click that to catch Pokemon!
It will take you to the headquarters and you can start catching them.
The Pokedex will show you who you have caught.
Feel free to post Pokemon location so that we can work together in capturing them!
FYI: London Tower and Vatican are two spots I know of at the top of my head!
Monday, March 31, 2014
AT&T Mobile Locate 2.0
2.0 has been officially release for Mobile Locate. Please keep in mind you must have the Enhanced Support/Insurance bundle aka Mobile Protection Pack.
Here are some screenshots:
Mobile Locate now supports backing up, Please keep in mind if it is backed up at another location (ie. google, live.com, or iCloud) it will not back up in the Mobile Locate app:
If you are not on a WiFi Network the only way to turn off the ability to backup over Cellular is in Settings-Cellular scroll down till you see Mobile Locate and turn it off there. The App will also ask you if you want to continue.
The app does notify the phone it is being located:
There is an option now on the site to Contact the device this will pop up a message on the phone thru the app. Below are screenshots from the Website:
Here are some screenshots:
Mobile Locate now supports backing up, Please keep in mind if it is backed up at another location (ie. google, live.com, or iCloud) it will not back up in the Mobile Locate app:
If you are not on a WiFi Network the only way to turn off the ability to backup over Cellular is in Settings-Cellular scroll down till you see Mobile Locate and turn it off there. The App will also ask you if you want to continue.
The settings section will allow you to edit the backup settings, location settings and personal settings. You can go into the my account and change your password. To change your email address you have to log into the site and select profile in the top right hand corner.
The app does notify the phone it is being located:
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Monday, March 10, 2014
Visual Changes in iOS 7.1
So far the biggest change visually in the update is for those with an iPhone 5S the touch is now in the main settings.
But for some reason the background is darker at the top and gets brighter as it goes down
If you decline a call it will create a reminder to call that person.
If anyone sees any other changes comment below! I will add things as I see them.
UPDATE:
Here's a few more changes that I found:
You can place each line on hold if you would like in a conference call. To do this you will need to tap the i and you will see all the parties.
If you go into Accessibility you can turn buttons on:
The look in General is brighter on the control center
But for some reason the background is darker at the top and gets brighter as it goes down
The keyboard appears much crisper and brighter as well
If you decline a call it will create a reminder to call that person.
UPDATE:
Here's a few more changes that I found:
If you go into Accessibility you can turn buttons on:
If you do not have Reduce Motion on in the Accessibility settings the wallpaper now allows the option to zoom and adjust:
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