Apple retail stores in the United States (and possibly other launch countries) began stocking Apple Watch Bands for purchase. Multiple posts on Twitter (via MacRumors) and other forms of social media confirm. From the picture, it looks like Sport bands are the most readily available, but some users have noted that the classic buckle is also available for sale. Band prices are as follow: The Sport band starts at $49, the Milanese Loop, Classic Buckle and Leather Loop start at $149, the Modern Buckle starts at $249, and the Link bracelet starts at $449.While Apple carries the bands for the Apple Watch, the Watch itself still remains an online exclusive; however, by June that could change.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 planning to finally bring transit directions to Maps with iOS 9, after originally hoping to ship the features with iOS 8, according to 9to5mac. Apple will be launching bus, subway, and train navigation as the main Maps upgrade with iOS 9.Sources said last year that the transit functionality for Maps includes larger icons for users to more quickly spot airports, subway stations, and train stations within the Maps app. In addition to the main functionality, there is also a trip planning feature for transit, and a new Transit view alongside the existing Standard, Hybrid, and Satellite/Flyover views.Apple Maps has lacked transit directions ever since its launched with iOS 6. Apple had hoped to ship the new Map features with iOS 8, but failed due to poor project management and other internal factors. The transit directions were actually included in internal iOS 8 betas last year, but never saw a public release; however, Apple has since then refined the data, added more cities, and developed a new push notification system to notify users when new cities gain support.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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Shazam was updated today with camera support, enabling users to Shazam images that contain QR codes or the Shazam camera logo. QR Codes, along with the Shazam camera logo, (Shazam’s version of a QR code) can unlock exclusive content, provide more interactive experiences, and much more. In addition to a new image discovery, Shazam also lets you sign in with your email address for a more personalized experienceWhile Shazam’s Camera mode is limited to only QR codes and the logo for now, it is interesting to see the app add new forms of discovery. Shazam is one of the world’s most popular apps, used by more than 100 million people each month to magically connect with the world around them. 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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KGI securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo who is generally well-sourced, has issued a research note to clients claiming that Apple will announce its iPhone one month early in August, but still launch the device in September.Kuo Ming-chi, an analyst with Taipei-based KGI Securities, said that as Hon Hai boasts a higher yield rate in assembling the iPhone, the Taiwanese manufacturer is expected to secure the majority of the orders from Apple. Kuo said that Apple is expected to unveil the next iPhones in August, a month earlier than the market had widely anticipated.Apple has never hosted an August event to announce an iPhone and it is worth noting that Kuo has sometimes been incorrect with this timing predictions on some product launches. Earlier this week a separate report claimed that Apple’s next generation iPhone could be released in August due to better than expected yields, but that seemed unlikely given Apple’s usual iOS upgrade timetable.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 system status page to reflect the eleven iCloud and Apple services that are currently experiencing connectivity issues.Users may experience slower than normal response when using most iCloud services.Back to my Mac, Documents in the Cloud, iCloud Account & Sign In, iCloud Backup, iCloud Drive, iCloud Keychain, iCloud Mail, iMovie Theater, iWork for iCloud beta, and Photos are all being affected and “may be slow for some users.”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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Brazilian regulatory documents and photos shared by Blog do iPhone reveal how Apple’s retail display units for the Apple Watch work.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 could be planning an international launch for its music streaming service, with Russia being one of the first rollout countries.Apple is reportedly in negotiations with record labels in the Russia, reports Vedomosti (via Billboard). The local report quoted several sources at top Russian record labels stating that Apple was in negotiations with local labels regarding the expansion of digital rights to streaming music suggesting an international expansion of a music streaming service.Unfortunately, the report does not state specifically what the negotiations are for. Apple’s upcoming music streaming service is rumored to be built on Beats music, which is only available in the United States. Perhaps Apple is planning a multi-country launch for their streaming service that will be revealed at WWDC in June. 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 reportedly planning a new ‘Home’ app that will ship with iOS 9, reports 9to5mac. Home will enable users to manage upcoming HomeKit-compatible accessories.HomeKit was introduced at least year’s WWDC as a way for developers to integrate ‘smart’ home accessories with iOS, providing deep integration through operating system through Siri, and now the alleged Home app. While HomeKit integration and development has been limited, sources say Apple has been quietly working on the framework and Home app in order to show it off at this year’s WWDC. Similar to how HealthKit relied on the Health app, HomeKit will use the Home app to create a new iOS experience. The Home app is currently said to be ‘fairly basic’ and include some of the following functionality: 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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SwiftKey has updated its third-party keyboard for iOS with a theme store that lets you purchase any of twelve new themes.SwiftKey Keyboard for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is a smart keyboard that learns from you, replacing your device’s built-in keyboard with one that adapts to the way you type. The app learns your writing style to give you super-accurate autocorrect and intelligent next-word prediction, reducing keystrokes and getting smarter over time. SwiftKey Keyboard is loaded with features to make typing even easier, including multilingual typing, support for over 800 emoji (emoticons) and speedy swipe typing with SwiftKey Flow. FEATURES:TYPE LESSSwiftKey learns your writing style to predict your next word with uncanny accuracy. Autocomplete a whole word with a single tap, instead of typing letter by letter.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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These are the iClarified instructions on how to get the Apple Watch font, San Francisco, on your iPhone. Apple developed the font for better clarity and legibility on the Apple Watch, but it looks like iOS 9 and OS X 10.11 may also use the new font. You must be jailbroken in order to follow this tutorial! If you need instructions on how to jailbreak, check out our jailbreak wizard here. 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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