Apple will announce an Apple Pay Rewards Program at its Worldwide Developer Conference next month, according to the New York Times.Apple is preparing to announce details about enhancements to Apple Pay at its software conference next month. Those include a rewards program for the mobile wallet service, said two people briefed on the product.The rewards program will offer perks to consumers who make purchases through the service and will keep users returning to participating merchants. 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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The Apple Store app now has the option for same day delivery in select cities thanks to a partnership with Postmates. In cities where Postmates operates, customers can get same day delivery on products that are available in their local Apple Stores.For instance in San Francisco, you can get lightning cables and Apple TVs delivered in just hours (some products may take up to a day). If a customer does opt for Postmates delivery, the check out process is the same. After an order is placed, the Apple Store app gives you the option to live track the order and even gives you an estimated delivery time. Apple products have been available for order through Postmates’ own iOS app, but this is the first time that Apple is offering the same-day delivery orders through its Apple Store app. Postmates integration seems to be exclusively through the Apple Store app and not on the web version of the store. 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 Senior Vice President of Operations Jeff Williams sat down at Recode’s Code Conference to discuss the Apple Watch, ResearchKit, and more.Williams was first asked how the Apple Watch was doing, by the numbers. Williams would not give specific sales numbers but did say the Apple Watch was doing great, “Customers love the Apple Watch. More so than he expected.” Williams noted that the smartwatch is still a new product category for Apple and the device is gaining momentum. Apple Watch owners will be glad to know that third-party applications that run natively and have access to native sensors will be ready this Fall, according to Williams. Developers will a preview of the new SDK at WWDC. Native apps will likely run much more smoothly compared to the current WatchKit framework.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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Foursquare for iOS has been updated with an improved homepage that delivers better recommendations based on the places you’ve been, liked, saved and more. Additionally, the history tab has been updated with tweaks to make it easier to find the places you’ve been and liked.Foursquare is your ultimate city guide, in your pocket. Find the best places to eat, drink, shop, or visit — in any city in the world. Access over 60 million short reviews from local experts. Traveling or looking to discover new places nearby?• Tell Foursquare your favorite things and the app gets to know you.• Search for the best restaurants, coffee, nightlife, shops, and more. • Read short reviews and never miss out on the best thing to order or experience.• Save places you want to go, so you never forget.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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CBS CEO Les Moonves says his network will “probably” sign a deal with Apple to be included as a launch partner for their upcoming TV service. “We’re very excited about it,” Moonves told Kara Swisher on stage at Re/Code’s Code Conference. Moonves confirmed that he met with Apple SVP Eddy Cue last week to discuss the upcoming Apple TV service as part of an “ongoing conversation.” Moonves did not know how long it would take to negotiate a deal or when Apple was planning the launch its service. “Apple TV is trying to change the universe,” Moonves said, by offering a smaller bundle of TV networks, delivered over the Web, than pay TV providers traditionally sell. Moonves said Apple’s effort was similar to ones that have already launched from Dish Network’s Sling and Sony’s Vue.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 is readying a major new iOS initiative codenamed ‘Proactive,’ which will utilize Siri, Contacts, Calendar, Passbook, and third-party apps to compete against Google Now on Android, reports 9to5mac. Proactive will automatically provide relevant information based on a user’s data and usage patterns — all why respecting the user’s privacy preferences. According to the report Proactive is aimed to be an evolution of the iOS spotlight feature. It will also work with the Maps application to provide an augmented reality interface and utilize a third-party Siri API codenamed ‘Breadcrumbs’. Apple began the project with the acquisition of the Cue app in 2013. iOS 8’s revamped Spotlight experience with Wikipedia search was reportedly the first taste of Proactive. In fact sources say Google clicks have fallen since iOS 8’s release last Fall.Proactive and SpotlightApple plans to take Proactive to the next level, and could do so at WWDC next month with iOS 9. Proactive will “become a new layer within the iOS operating system,” replacing the current pulldown Spotlight menu. Rather than a pulldown menu, Proactive will be found to the left of the Home screen. According to sources, Apple’s internal usage metric found that Spotlight was not used as frequently in iOS 8 because it was somewhat hidden behind the home screen. Some internal iOS 9 builds reportedly allow Proactive access on the left side of the screen and through the pull down, so its possible both ways will be used to implement Proactive.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 revealed the schedule for next month’s Worldwide Developers Conference this morning, and as its done in past years, Apple will kick things off with a keynote on Monday, June 8 at 10 AM PT (1PM ET). While many have believed the conference would start with the keynote, Apple WWDC app update today confirms it. Apple also began sending media invites out to select journalists and members of the press, confirming the event’s date and time.The keynote will likely be led by Apple CEO Tim Cook, with SVPs Craig Federighi and Phil Schiller (if theres new hardware). Similar to last year, Apple is teasing developers with over a 170 secret TBA developer sessions. The title of the sessions are most likely secret because they rely on some information that will be announced at the keynote (software or hardware).WWDC 15 is expected to be jam packed with new iOS 9 and OS X 10.11 announcements. Both betas are expected to go live on Monday for developers. Additionally, Apple’s Music Streaming service is rumored to be announced as well as an entirely revamped Apple TV box and service. 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 updated its WWDC app with Apple Watch Support as well as information for the 2015 WWDC conference that kicks of June 8.Make the most of the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference with the WWDC app. Even if you can’t join us in San Francisco, you can still follow along each day — session videos are just a tap away. And because the WWDC app experience now extends to Apple Watch, conference information is available right from your wrist.?• Stream or download videos from current and previous WWDC sessions.• Start watching on one iOS device, and pick up where you left off on another.?• Browse times, locations, and descriptions for sessions, labs, and special events.?• Mark schedule items as favorites.• Keep up with the latest news, get important notifications, and see daily photos.• View accessible maps to find your way around Moscone West.?• Provide feedback on content and speakers for each session.• Add your pass to Passbook for faster check-in at WWDC.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 today announced that it would begin indexing iOS applications for Google search. By indexing content from iOS apps, iPhone users could open mobile apps directly from their Google search query. Google has been indexing Android apps for a couple of years now. According to Google, indexing mobile applications not only results in a better mobile experience of the user, but the developer also sees more installs and better app engagement. For instance, in Google’s screenshot of iOS app indexing, a user can search for a reservation at one of their favorite restaurants. The search results would include a link to the OpenTable application, when if pressed, would take the user directly to the native application.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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Thomas Edison (1847-1931) was a brilliant inventor — bringing the phonograph, the motion picture camera, the practical electric light bulb, and even the alkaline battery into the world. Edison was just 22 when he received his first patent and would go on to eventually hold over 2,332 patents to his name by the time he passed away at the age of 84. Edison was so productive that he promised “a minor invention every ten days and a big thing every six months or so.”According to a profile on Jony Ive, where it was first reported that Jony Ive would be promoted to a new Chief Design role, Jony Ive has his name on 5,000 design and utility patents.”Ive’s inventiveness can perhaps most starkly be expressed by revealing that he has nearly 5,000 patents to his name,” Stephen Fry wrote.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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