With the iPad 2 out and in short supply, the rumor mill's attention is now shifting to what we could expect to see in the new iPhone and iOS 5, the next iteration of Apple's mobile OS and while the new iPhone 5 is set to arrive some time this summer, a TechCrunch report suggests exciting developments for iOS are coming this fall too.
Two confirmed sources told TechCrunch that Apple is likely to break its pattern or unveiling the latest features for iOS, which is set to move from a 4.X increment to version 5. This would mean that instead of getting a brand-new Phone 5 this summe, along with a refreshed OS. A major revamp of iOS would be introdued separately later in the autumn, possibly in September.
iOS 5 Moves To The Cloud
Assuming TechCrunch's sources are correct, what can be new in iOS 5? Apparently, it would be "heavily built around the cloud", with some new services added to iPhones and iPads. One of them is said to be a music locker service, basically a way of sorting and accessing all your music (purchased from iTunes) wirelessly, without the need to sync witha primary computer (like it is the case now).
Another of these cloud services is ecpected to be a location-based service that would allow users ot find friends and family members. On top of that, a revamp of Apple's MobileMe service is anticipated, potentially free (currently $99 per year), which would give every iDevice holder free access to Apple's cloud email, calendar, and storage service.
Next Up: iPhone 5
Details about the iPhone 5, expected either June or July, are just as sketchy as iOS 5 rumor. But if the iPad 2 is any indication, we can expect the news A5 dual-core processor powering the next iPhone, as well as an improved graphics engine. Repeat rumors say we can also expect an aluminum back too, again, like the iPad 2, including the tapered edges.
What features would you like to see included iOS 5 and iPhone 5? Sound off in the comments section.
iOS 5 Moves To The Cloud
Assuming TechCrunch's sources are correct, what can be new in iOS 5? Apparently, it would be "heavily built around the cloud", with some new services added to iPhones and iPads. One of them is said to be a music locker service, basically a way of sorting and accessing all your music (purchased from iTunes) wirelessly, without the need to sync witha primary computer (like it is the case now).
Next Up: iPhone 5
What features would you like to see included iOS 5 and iPhone 5? Sound off in the comments section.
