MacBook Air 12 ", tactile and interactions with virtual controls sight: Rumorsfera

The first months of any year within the Apple world are abuzz with rumors. Straddling the preceding months to come, expectations, interests and perspectives sometimes materialize in various unconfirmed reports, which do not cease to be an important ingredient in the history of the Cupertino company. We started the year still timidly, but interesting things begin to emerge:

• One of the strongest rumors of the week was the possible leak of the first images of the new MacBook Air 12 ". According ifanr.com, the new Mac would not count on the illuminated apple and would look similar to the MacBook Pro frame with Retina display (not to say that this new Air count on it). a lot comes to mind the mythical PowerBook 12 "and for that alone, we are looking forward to seeing this new version (if in the end it materializes).

Very passionate, approachable, very Apple

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"Very passionate, approachable, very Apple". This is what employees have reviewed some Apple Store who have already received a visit from his new boss, Angela Ahrendts. The executive took over Apple Retail and online company store a few days ago, but has not done so noteworthy that nothing can be seen from outside.

The next iPad could have Touch ID

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When it introduced the iPhone 5S with Touch ID all thought the other Apple devices include the new identification system. Time passed and although out the iPad Air and iPad Mini (second generation), they never had the system installed. But recent rumors suggest that the new iPad will have built-Touch ID. 

Apart from that found in iOS 7.1 source code, the rumor comes this time from the hardware part, specifically the company Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company which apparently would have provided Apple in mid-April the first batch of sensors touch, which would be designed for all future iOS devices, both a possible iPhone 6 as a Air iPad 2 and an iPad Mini 3.

That the next devices Touch ID is a logical move by Apple. And if it had not before is because it is quite likely that iPad and iPad Mini Air had the very advanced at the time of the presentation of the iPhone 5S.

EasyPay, the concept of mobile payments with Touch ID we want to see in iOS 8

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Although it has already begun to explore the world of payments iPhone still has much to evolve. However, due to their expectation, there are many who are beginning to play with the idea that we know.

Now we have spoken several times of Touch ID, security and long-term intention of Apple to turn this feature on a standard payment method in the iPhone. The fact is that while we waiting time, still do not know how it would be, although some authors have decided to step forward with their own concepts.

EasyPay, a very interesting concept

We already know that Apple is working on a method of payment with iPhone. This was the conclusion from the Wall Street Journal and so many have come confirming rumors. In particular, although there are several examples of this, EasyPay define very well what could be the natural way of payment with iPhone, at least in terms of design. Ricardo del Toro, the author, has provisions Dribble a series of sample images of great quality and very well pointing to the conceptualization of the model.

We already know that Apple is working on a method of payment with iPhone. This was the conclusion from the Wall Street Journal and so many have come confirming rumors. In particular, although there are several examples of this, EasyPay define very well what could be the natural way of payment with iPhone, at least in terms of design. Ricardo del Toro, the author, has provisions in Dribble a series of sample images of great quality and very well pointing to the conceptualization of the model.

Del Toro's work, both in its design and its staging could well be a great example of the future of payment with iPhone and not surprise us to find authentic and great similarities in the actual function. The concept of del Toro, some partners would be the first to take advantage of this feature, which also have been chosen quite rightly seen as they could directly benefit from a payment system with iPhone.

The reality of payment with iPhone

The truth is that with the possible similarities are actually quite striking. For example, both the design of the application itself as the minimalist, general are very significant, not only for aesthetics, but for functionality. The iPhone payment service should offer a digital account, as shown in the concept, which could not pay in cash. Simply connect and settle and we would have completed the transaction in such small things like coffee.

The idea behind the iPhone payment using Touch ID is quicker and easier everyday payments, creating a new standard in both everyday issues such as shopping features. This has been shown on several occasions since Cupertino, including some Tim Cook's statements. Implementing iBeacons in stores are promoting the increasingly rapid adaptation of these systems via mobile payments. Although the extension is still low, the iPhone is a payment system that promises much, considering the care we left closed ecosystem. So do not be surprised if we see an announcement about it in the months that lie ahead, and if finally we saw a pay official iPhone, not surprise us that looked like the concept of showing EasyPay del Toro.

The source code for iOS 7.1 reveals that future iPad will TouchID sensor

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When someone wants to know before anyone else what Apple is about to launch, look at two things: rumors and iOS source code. The latter has already given hints about new models of iPad last month, and now they have found signs that future generations inherit the tablet sensor TouchID iPhone 5s.

A number added to that code (specifically found in iOS 7.1) within the property BiometricKit suggests that this sensor will be in a new range of iOS devices, namely the iPad Air and iPad mini. There will be no discrimination depending on the model, and that can also mean that plans to exploit more fully the sensor are closer. 

We WWDC event in sight, but will be far more focused software not the hardware. But this year we need to see new iPad, and the combination of the sensor and the latest news TouchID iOS 8 can lead to very interesting things.

Services Apple, unstoppables: iTunes already has 800 million user accounts

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Apple gave last night the results of its second fiscal quarter of 2014, and services company have staged a raise. iTunes, for example, already has 800 million user accounts. And most of them linked to a credit card. 

This is an increase of 225 million accounts in just one year, thanks to strong sales of iOS devices in Brazil or China. These accounts have been downloaded more than 70,000 million applications, accounting for 10% of total company revenue. Proceeds from purchases of other catalogs (iTunes Store, iBooks Store, etc.) amount to 4.573 million dollars.

Another statistic that reflects the sales of these devices, namely the iPad, is that your web traffic is four times the sum of all Android tablets. Needless to say, the potential of all these devices and all those iTunes accounts for future payment system: Tim Cook has already admitted that the TouchID iPhone 5S sensor was made with a view to that system, and this year we could see how to lead these plans before PayPal and Google Wallet rival. 

One last fact helps us to see the huge numbers of Apple: no operator having many credit cards among its customer base worldwide. As to not use it, right? It must be attentive to the event WWDC.

Apple releases iOS 7.1.1 with Touch ID enhancements and bug fixes to Bluetooth Keyboards

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Apple just released a new update of iOS to version 7.1.1 which implements "further improvements in the system of fingerprint recognition Touch ID" iPhone 5s and solves two problems related to the ability to record keyboards and use Bluetooth keyboard with VoiceOver enabled.

The update also includes security enhancements and is available for all compatible iOS 7 devices including iPad 2 and higher, iPad mini, iPhone 4 and higher iPod touch fifth generation. The Apple TV has also been updated to version 6.1.1 with a set of similar changes.

The version of iOS 7.1 was launched last March with several refinements to the user interface, a new calendar view and support for CarPlay among other innovations. Unfortunately this version introduced a problem with the Internet sharing option that has affected many users of iPhone 4 and apparently still not corrected in this new update.

Square denies that it is negotiating its sale to Google, Apple or PayPal

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Rumors about a possible purchase of the mobile service company charges Square by companies like Apple, Google or PayPal has intensified in recent weeks. In fact, according to The Wall Street Journal, Google Square is negotiating with a potential sale but the communications director of the company, Aaron Zamost, has denied this information through Twitter.

According to the sources consulted by the WSJ, Square has lost $ 100 million in the past year and the past three have spent half the $ 340 million earned to date. The paper also refers to a bank loan of 100 million dollars order a few weeks ago, while in 2013 a gross turnover of $ 550 million.

Square, valued at more than 5,200 million, currently only operates in the USA, Canada and Japan and its economic problems and expansion is one of the main problems has qye company.

Users see a Square, SumUp, PayPal or iZettle a novel and easy time to pay any alternative product. They just need a card reader credit and debit. According to rumors, the mobile sector is being targeted collection of looks from big companies like Apple, that no payment system outside their shops, although rumors point to a breakthrough.

Square charges a fee of 2.75% per transaction, but 80% of the money is just going to believe that companies like Visa or Mastercard. 


In 2015 Square will have to adapt to new changes, because it will thereafter when USA is no longer possible to simply swipe a card through a reader and pay. We will have to use a PIN code.

This is as serious: Apple looking to hire responsible for future payments platform

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With both the iWatch rumor and future iPhone, news of a payment platform from Apple had gone into the background. But now from Re/Code, we heard of an active search for product managers and business for a division of mobile payments. What would be coordinating Jennifer Bailey, who takes time directing the e-commerce section of Apple.

According to reports, Apple's ambition in this regard is "very, very serious" and further on the agenda that the talks they had with PayPal. The possibility of buying that rondo Square earlier this month is also a sign that Cupertino have decided to go further with this.

The nearly 600 million iTunes accounts linked to credit cards with funds (and used to make simple purchases of applications and songs) that Apple would have an excellent base to start own shopping system, which linked to TouchID and future devices wearables could make our way to buy change forever. We look forward to the signings that may occur during the year.

Apple could be develop a new mobile payment based in Touch ID

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According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple would develop a new mobile payment service through the iTunes Store. Allowing consumers to use their iPhones to buy physical goods and services, rather than just applications, songs and other digital content.

This system would be tied to the fingerprint scanner ID Touch Apple introduced the iPhone 5S presentation. Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, confirmed that it was designed with mobile payments, an opportunity that Apple wants to take. It is planned to carry out.

Entirely clear, that if true, the mobile payment system would be ready for the launch of iOS 8. Major new features usually come along with significant updates to the operating system and versions of hardware, such as FaceTime with iOS 4, Siri iOS 5, Maps iOS 6, Touch ID iOS 7.

Mobile payments iOS 8?

Breaking News: filtration of the supposed iPad Air 2

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Breaking News: We echo-filtered "one more thing", the dutch weblog. An article view MacRumors.

Following the leak of an Alleged iPhone 6 front panel Earlier this week, the iPad is now getting its turn with a pair of photos showing what is said to be a front panel for the next-generation iPad Air, shared by Dutch site One More Thing. Notably, the part appears to include an integrated display in contrast to the separate display panel and parts used on the current model. A move to an integrated front panel / display would reduce overall thickness, Potentially Allowing Apple to further slim down the iPad Air or make room for other components: such as a slightly larger battery.

MacRumors spoke with co-founder iFixit Kyle Wiens, who Noted That Could indeed be the legitimate assembly and use a manufacturing process similar to That seen on the Retina MacBook Pro The move to an integrated panel / display would Increase repair costs, but ease of repair has not Particularly Been a major focus for Apple and the company uses an integrated display Already on the iPhone.

The next-generation iPad is expected to launch Air later This Year, With remarkable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicting That upgraded Air and iPad Retina iPad mini models will debut in the third quarter of this year and adopt the Touch ID system Introduced on the iPhone 5s last year.