Apple
Gmail Application Returns to iOS App Store
2 weeks ago, Gmail Launched it’s native application for the iPad, iPhone, & iPod Touch devices. However, hours after the launch, Google had to pull the app from the virtual shelves due to several flaws, including a bug that broke iOS notifications. The application also got slammed in the reviews for its lack of functionality.
On a blog post posted on Google’s Blog today, Mathew Izatt States:
“Two weeks ago, we introduced our Gmail app for iOS. Unfortunately it contained a bug which broke notifications and displayed an error message, so we removed it from the App Store. We’ve fixed the bug and notifications are now working, and the app is back in the App Store.”
Version 1.0.2 fixes the critical bugs, but does not add any new functionality to the application. Also, Gmail for iOS still does not support multiple accounts and still does not host email on the user’s device.
“We’re just getting started with the Gmail app for iOS and will be iterating rapidly to bring you more features, including all the ones listed above plus many more.”
Hopefully we will see these new features soon.
Facebook Releases iPad App
Finally, the wait is over. Facebook has announced today, Monday, October 10, 2011 that it has released the popular social networking’s websites web application for the iPad. No longer will iPad users have to use the regular iPhone app blown up to 2x larger. The interesting thing about this launch is that it had been rumored for quite some time, but finally has been released.
Why did it Take So Long?
Apple and Facebook have been negotiating for months after the two companies disagreed about Facebook’s integration with Ping, Apple’s music-focused social network. This slowed the process of the applications release.
Where do I Download the App?
Currently, you can download the iPad app at https://www.facebook.com/mobile/ipad .
Enjoy!
