Apple has stopped selling the Google Nest Thermostat, replacing it with the HomeKit-enabled Ecobee3 thermostat, reports Mashable.Although the thermostat was only recently discovered as missing from Apple’s product offerings, it was removed earlier this month. Apple was amongst the first retailers to carry the Nest when it debuted in 2011. Not surprisingly, it has already been replaced with the first HomeKit-enabled thermostat, the Ecobee 3 ($249).It’s unclear if Google has plans to add HomeKit support to the Nest, and if it does, whether Apple will return it to its stores.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Google has updated the YouTube app for iOS with support for fullscreen playback of vertical videos.Get the official YouTube app for iPhone and iPad. Catch up with your favorite channels, enjoy the world’s largest music collection, and share easily with friends. Watch the latest videos and playlists on the couch or on the go.What’s New In This Version:Thanks for using YouTube. We’re always making improvements and fixes to our app, bringing you updates to the App Store every few weeks. In this version, we’ve added support for fullscreen playback of vertical videos.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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As previously reported, Apple has already started production of the iPhone 6s. Nowhereelse has now posted some leaked photos of the front panel ready for assembly.It’s no surprise that we discover any tonight that the facade of the new iPhone is in all respects identical to the current iPhone 6. My contact has unfortunately not been able to confirm me if this façade or not designed sapphire crystal and even less if the Force Touch technology will be built into the display that is supposed to protect.Take a look at the photos below and please follow iClarified on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, or RSS for updates.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple has launched a huge sale on its App Store listing 100 apps and games for $0.99 each.Featured titles include Pixelmator, GoodReader, Cut the Rope 2, Real Racing 2, and many others.Hit the link below to check out the sale!Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Pinterest has released an update to its iOS share extension that brings a new save experience.”Say your dad sends you an article that you’re too busy to read right now. Or a friend posts a link that looks fascinating, but you’re in the middle of doing something else. Just hit the Pinterest button to save it to one of your boards.”The new button works more like the web:Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple has filed a patent for the operation of a remote that uses Touch ID to authorize access to television or home automation functions. The patent entitled, “Electronic Device Operation Using Remote User Biometrics” was filed on January 23, 2014 and published today.The company notes that electronic devices often include limited access features. For example, a television may require a passcode of a user in order to view particular channels or, in other cases, to turn on the television after or before a certain time of day. In a different example, a thermostat may require a physical key in order to change temperatures or settings. Further, a home security system may require an access code in order to arm or disarm a system. The access controller could distinguish between candidate users, approved users, and denied users using Touch ID. Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple’s worldwide smartphone shipments are up 34.9% year over year as of Q2 2015, according to the latest data from IDC. Samsung’s shipments were down 2.3%.Vendors shipped a total of 337.2 million smartphones worldwide in the second quarter of 2015 (2Q15), up 11.6% from the 302.1 million units in 2Q14. The 2Q15 shipment volume represents the second highest quarterly total on record. Following an above average first quarter (1Q15), smartphone shipments were still able to remain slightly above the previous quarter thanks to robust growth in many emerging markets. In the worldwide mobile phone market (inclusive of smartphones), vendors shipped 464.6 million units, down -0.4% from the 466.3 million units shipped 2Q14.”The overall growth of the smartphone market was not only driven by the success of premium flagship devices from Samsung, Apple, and others, but more importantly by the abundance of affordable handsets that continue to drive shipments in many key markets,” said Anthony Scarsella, Research Manager with IDC’s Mobile Phone team. Although premium handsets sold briskly in developed markets, it was emerging markets, supported by local vendors, driving the momentum that heavily contributed to the second highest quarter of shipments on record. “As feature phone shipments continue to decrease, vendors will continue to attack both emerging and developed markets with competitive smartphones that are both rich in features and low in price,” added Scarsella.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Microsoft Office for iOS has been updated with bi-directional text editing and complex script for Arabic, Hebrew, and Thai, protected document support, integration with Outlook, and more.What’s New In This Version:• Bi-directional and complex script languages: now supports bi-directional text editing and complex script for Arabic, Hebrew, and Thai.• View protected documents: open and view documents that have access permissions applied to them. • Easier sharing: invite people to edit a document and grant them permissions, all from within the app. • Integration with Outlook: send a document as an attachment in Outlook. Or directly edit a document attached to or linked from an Outlook email message. The updated features are available for Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Download the updates from the links below…Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Google’s most recent update to Chrome Browser for iOS stealthily brings support for The Physical Web from the Today view.The Chrome team is beaming to announce the launch of Chrome 44 for iOS. Chrome 44.0.2403.65 is now available in the AppStore. Newness in this release includes:? Swipe to navigate: swipe right or left to navigate backwards and forwards? Support for accessing Physical Web content from the Today view? Stability improvements and bug fixes Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple has revealed its Back to School promotion for 2015, offering a free pair of Beats Solo2 on-ear headphones with the purchase of a Mac.Receive a pair of Beats Solo2 On-Ear Headphones at no cost — or upgrade to a pair of Beats Solo2 Wireless Headphones for $100 — when you buy an eligible Mac with education pricing. Offer starts on July 23, 2015, in Apple Retail Stores and participating Apple Authorized Campus Stores, and on August 6, 2015, on the Apple Online Store and at 1-800-MY-APPLE. Offer ends on September 18, 2015. Terms and conditions apply.This promotion is valid only during the following periods:? U.S. Apple Retail Stores and participating Apple Authorized Campus Stores: July 23, 2015 through September 18, 2015? U.S. Apple Online Store or 1-800-MY-APPLE: August 6, 2015 through September 18, 2015Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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