#Apple Releases iOS 6.1.5 for iPod Touch 4G, iOS 6.0.2 for Apple TV

Alongside the release of iOS 7.0.4 today, Apple has also released iOS 6.1.5 for the iPod touch 4G and iOS 6.0.2 for the Apple TV.

The iOS 6.1.5 firmware fixes the same FaceTime bug resolved with iOS 7.0.4. At this point is unclear what else is new in the updated firmware; however, we'll let you know as soon as we find anything.

Direct Download Links:
You download the new iOS firmware from here:
● iPhone Firmware Download Links
● iPad Firmware Download Links
● iPod touch Firmware Download Links
● Apple TV Firmware Download Links

#Apple Releases iOS 7.0.4 With Fix for FaceTime Issue

Apple has just released iOS 7.0.4 with bug fixes and improvements.

What's New In This Version:
Bug fixes and improvements, including a fix for an issue that cause FaceTime calls to fail for some users.

Currently, the update is available via Software Update and we'll be posting direct links to the firmware as soon as possible.

Direct Download Links:
You download the new iOS 7.0.4 firmware from here:
● iPhone Firmware Download Links
● iPad Firmware Download Links
● iPod touch Firmware Download Links
● Apple TV Firmware Download Links

Netflix 4.0 App Released for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

Netflix 4.0 has been released for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, bringing a new episode selector for the iPad and a redesigned audio and subtitle selector.

Netflix is the world’s leading subscription service for watching TV episodes and movies on your phone. This Netflix mobile application delivers the best experience anywhere, anytime.

Get the free app as a part of your Netflix membership and you can instantly watch thousands of TV episodes & movies on your phone. If you are not a Netflix member sign up for Netflix and start enjoying immediately on your phone with our one-month free trial.

How does Netflix work?
• Netflix membership gives you access to unlimited TV shows and movies for one low monthly price.
• With the Netflix app you can instantly watch as many TV episodes & movies as you want, as often as you want, anytime you want.
• You can Browse a growing selection of thousands of titles, and new episodes that are added regularly.
• Search for titles and watch immediately on your phone or on an ever expanding list of supported devices.
• Rate your favorite shows and movies and tell us what you like so Netflix can help suggest the best titles for you.

What's New In This Version:
This new app release makes watching Netflix TV shows and movies an even better experience.
• Easy episode selection with a brand new episode selector on the iPad
• Redesigned audio and subtitle selector on iPad and iPhone
• Bug fixes

You can download Netflix from the App Store for free.

Apple Offers Refurbished 5th Generation iPod Touch for $249

Apple is now selling refurbished fifth generation iPod touches on its online store. 

The 32GB devices are discounted 16% bringing their price down $50 to $249. The 64GB devices are discounted 12% bringing their price down $50 to $349.

A variety of colors are available.

Software Update for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

Microsoft Lync 2013 Released for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch

Microsoft has released Microsoft Lync 2013 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Lync 2013 for iPhone extends the power of Lync to your mobile device – including voice & video over wireless, rich presence, instant messaging, conferencing, and calling features from a single, easy-to-use interface. 

Key Features:
- View colleagues’ availability in real time and select the best way to communicate – initiating an instant message (IM), email, voice or video call.
- Connect to Lync Meetings with a single touch, without requiring long numeric passcodes or conference numbers. 
- Forward or simultaneously ring calls to your Enterprise Voice (Lync ID) number so you’ll never miss a call.
- Lync 2013 for iPhone provides transport layer security (TLS) and perimeter/internal network protection without requiring a VPN, so your communications experience is safer no matter where you are or what network you use.

You can download Microsoft Lync 2013 from the App Store for free.

Real Racing 3 Has Been Released for the iPhone, iPad, iPod touch

Electronic Arts has released Real Racing 3 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Hyper-realistic. Pure fun. And FREE. Real Racing 3 sets a new standard for mobile racing games – it really must be experienced to be believed. Trailblazing new features include officially licensed tracks, an expanded 22-car grid, and over 45 meticulously detailed cars from makers like Porsche, Lamborghini, Dodge, Bugatti, and Audi. Plus, racing with friends gets kicked into another dimension with the reality-bending Time Shifted Multiplayer technology. 

REAL CARS
Featuring Real Racing’s largest roster of cars yet, don’t miss our new manufacturers like Porsche, Lamborghini, Dodge, Bugatti, and Audi. Take the wheels of over 45 intensely detailed racers and test your skills on an authentic 22-car race grid – for the first time on mobile.

REAL TRACKS
In another first for the Real Racing series, burn rubber on a full lineup of real tracks in multiple configurations from top locations around the world, including Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Silverstone, Hockenheimring, and many more.

REAL PEOPLE
Like nothing you’ve seen before, our innovative new Time Shifted Multiplayer™ lets you race anyone, anytime – even if they’re offline! Every career event is filled with fully interactive, AI-controlled time-shifted versions of your Game Center or Facebook friends, as well as other players from around the world.

MORE CHOICES THAN EVER
Compete in over 900 events like cup races, eliminations, endurance challenges, and drag races. Upgrade your car parts to maximize performance. See the action through a variety of camera angles and fine-tune the controls to your personal preference.

THE PREMIER RACING EXPERIENCE
Powered by the remarkable new Mint 3 Engine, Real Racing 3 features persistent car damage, fully functioning rear view mirrors, and dynamic reflections for a super-enhanced racing reality. Enjoy a rich, next-gen game with the most advanced cross-platform social and competitive racing community ever. Real Racing 3 delivers it all.

IN-APP PURCHASES:
● Grey Card - $1.99
● All Classes Pack - $9.99
● Blue Card - $4.99
● Street Spec Booster Pack - $1.99
● Black Card - $9.99
● Racing Spec Collector - $19.99
● Supercar Booster Pack - $4.99
● Pocketful of Gold - $4.99
● Silver Card - $19.99
● Pile of Gold - $9.99

You can download Real Racing 3 from the App Store for free.

Spotify App Gets New Sidebar, Now Playing Bar, Track Menu

The Spotify app has been updated with a redesigned interface that includes a new sidebar, now playing bar, and track menu.

Spotify gives you instant access to millions of songs on your iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch. With the Spotify app, you can choose to listen for free, or subscribe to Spotify Premium.

Spotify Premium Features:
• Instant access to millions of songs 

• Stream online 

• Listen offline – no mobile connection needed 

• Share music with your friends 

• Star your favourite tracks 

• Wirelessly sync your own music to your iPhone, iPod Touch & iPad 

• Create and sync playlists 

• Send the music you’re enjoying direct to Last.fm & Facebook

What's New In This Version:
• New: Shiny new interface. You can navigate around the app with a new sidebar. Check it out by swiping left-to-right, or by pressing the ≣ button in the top left of the app.
• New: Now Playing bar. You’ll always see what you’re listening to along the bottom of Spotify. To switch tracks, just swipe along it. Tap or drag to see more information about the current track. Tap the cover art in the extended view to use AirPlay, and disable/enable shuffle and repeat.
• New: Track menu. Tap the … button on any track to see a redesigned context menu.

• Fixed: "Track only available online" issues. This would sometimes appear after start-up, or when you’d been offline for a little while. Not any more.
• Fixed: Lock screen will now always display the correct track.
• Fixed: Shuffle now switches off after you’ve used "Shuffle Play" on an album or playlist.

You can download Spotify from the App Store for free.

Leap Motion Controller Ships May 13, Launches at Best Buy on May 19

The Leap Motion Controller, a small iPod sized USB peripheral that enables gesture control of your computer, will begin shipping on May 13th and will launch at Best Buy on May 19th.

LeapMotion.com is continuing to accept U.S. and international pre-orders, at the launch price of $79.99 plus shipping, tax and duties where applicable. Today BestBuy.com will also begin taking pre-orders in the U.S.

The Leap Motion Controller will support operating system interactions with Windows 7 and 8, and Mac OS X 10.7 and 10.8. The Leap Motion Controller will also come with access to Airspace, an exclusive Leap Motion application store where users can discover optimized software across a wide variety of categories including gaming, music, education, art, productivity and more.

A few of the expected applications for the Leap Motion Controller include: plug-ins for 3D design software leader Autodesk; Corel’s Painter apps; Disney Interactive’s Wreck-It Ralph: Sugar Rush Speedway racing game; top independent game maker Double Fine’s music game Dischord; The Weather Channel app; and ZeptoLab’s optimized Cut the Rope, a top casual game app. 

Leap Motion Controller applications can be demoed during South by Southwest (SXSW) 2013 in Austin, Texas. The Leap Motion Experience will be open at 515 Cesar Chavez (the Old Iron Works parking lot) between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Central time, March 9-11. Leap Motion co-founders Michael Buckwald, CEO, and David Holz, CTO, will also present a SXSW featured session, “Leap Motion & the Disappearing Interface,” with Jessica Lessin from the Wall Street Journal on Saturday, March 9 at 12:30 p.m. Central time in the Austin Convention Center, Exhibit Hall 5.