App Store stories - Page 4

Microsoft OneNote tops Mac App store
Wed, 19th Mar 2014
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OneNote for Mac has become the most popular free Mac app in the App Store in a single day, besting OS X update Mavericks, which was released in October.

Starbucks unveils pre-oder coffee app
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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Starbucks to launch app for pre-ordering your morning brew, allowing you to skip the queue and grab your drink on the go.

Kiwi consumers warned about Flappy Bird clones...
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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Kiwi consumers on alert as 'Flappy Bird' clones, like 'Flappy Bee,' use stolen assets from NZ game 'Bee Leader', misleading fans.

App Store sales smashed US$10 billion mark in 2013
Thu, 9th Jan 2014
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Apple's App Store exceeded $10 billion in sales in 2013, with December's $1 billion making it the most lucrative month ever.

Mega launches iOS app
Mon, 2nd Dec 2013
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Kim Dotcom's Mega has now introduced an iOS app, facilitating file management the go, following its Android version's success.

Apple unveils free OS X Mavericks update
Wed, 23rd Oct 2013
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Apple revitalises Macs with gratis OS X Mavericks upgrade, flaunting 200+ features, enhanced efficiency, and elite new apps.

Top 10 tips for avoiding app rejection
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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There can be nothing more frustrating than sweating for hours developing your app for public consumption only to have it rejected by an app store.

Hacked off Apple to overhaul developer systems
Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
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After Apple takes down developer portal to combat a security breach, the company assures developers by vowing to overhaul it's system.

Apple and Amazon find Appy ending
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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Apple and Amazon have concluded their legal battle over the app store term, agreeing to dismiss ongoing lawsuits in a Californian court.

Apple App Store turns 5 = free presents
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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To celebrate its 5th birthday, the App Store is giving away a selection of free apps and games to customers. #AppStoreBirthday.

App Store tops 40 billion downloads
Tue, 8th Jan 2013
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Apple's App Store shatters records with 40 billion downloads, 20 billion from 2012 alone, highlighting a stellar year for developers.

Tumblr releases official iPad App
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Tumblr launches its anticipated iPad app with full features, including Markdown and GIF support, now available for free on the App Store.

Google Maps hits 10 million iOS downloads
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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In under 48 hours, Google Maps has soared to 10 million iOS downloads, reclaiming its top spot as iPhone users' favourite map app.

iOS apps hit one million?
Tue, 20th Nov 2012
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Appsfire claims Apple's App Store has reached 1 million approved apps, despite Apple stating 700,000 last month. Updates to follow.

App of the Week: a bit of fun
Wed, 27th Jun 2012
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From flicking paper in offices to calculating life stats, explore the quirky apps turning dull moments into fun!.

Great news for iOS cheapskates!
Mon, 28th May 2012
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Apple's App Store launches a thrifty thrill with a 'free app of the week' promotion, starting with 'Cut the Rope: Experiments'.

Grocery shopping? There’s an app for that - Updated
Mon, 28th May 2012
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Countdown's revamped app transforms grocery shopping, making lost lists and aisle confusion history. Now available for iPhone, Android soon.

Apple's 25 billionth download: Where's My Water?
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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Apple celebrates its 25 billionth app download, Where's My Water?, awarding a Chinese user a $10,000 gift card.

300m Android devices activated: Google
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Google's Android platform has hit 300 million activations, with 850,000 new devices activated daily, celebrating at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Apple counts down to 25 billion downloads - Updated
Mon, 20th Feb 2012
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We've worked out when you should be watching to maximise your chance at winning the US$10,000 app store gift card.