For anyone who plans to upgrade their existing iOS device, the time is here! iOS 5 is now available for download through the latest version of iTunes, 10.5. Get downloading and report back on how it went!

Affective Apps recently published an interview with Kyle King from ZoomAppy, discussing how to develop a successful app. An excerpt from the interview is below and the full article can be read here.

Here are some things I think are essential to having success in the App Store based on my own observations and experiences: (1) Once you have an idea for app, find all similar apps in the App Store. Look for those that are really successful as well as those that are not. What are the differences and similarities between them? (2) Do Internet researches about these apps to find out as much information as you can. Assess their use of social media and exposure on blog sites, review sites, etc. What steps might be needed to achieve that same level of exposure? (3) Read user reviews for feedback and make sure you don’t duplicate their mistakes. Think of how your app is going to be similar and how it’s going to be different. (4) Beta test your ideas throughout the development process to get feedback. These are people that can later help create “buzz” and promote your app using social media (5) Have a good website that is search engine friendly. Make it easy for people to find your app using keywords that are relevant to your product. (6) Continuously grow your social network. Build honest and meaningful relationships with people. Get their feedback and maintain a continuous dialogue to keep those relationships going. (7) When submitting your app to the App Store, make sure you place your app in the categories that are relevant and give you the best chance for success.

Any fear that the lack of an iPhone 5 would damage the sales of the upcoming iPhone 4S was shattered as over 1 million pre-orders were placed in the first 24 hours. The device will go on sale on Friday 14th at a cost of around $199 for 16GB, $299 for 32GB and $399 for 64GB. Have you preordered yours yet?

If you've decided to buy a shiny, new iPhone 4S next Friday, it's worth knowing that pre-orders are now available. When you've been waiting so long for the announcement, make sure you don't miss out and have to wait any longer. Then, once you have the new device in your geubby paws, you can invest in one of these slight different cases to protect it!

The world of technology has suffered a huge loss today, with the passing of former Apple CEO Steve Jobs. Jobs led the company through the development of iconic devices such as the iPhone, iPad and iPod. It is safe to say he shaped the world of mobile technology and created the world of smartphones we live in today. Jobs had retired from Apple earlier this year due to his ill health and sadly lost his battle with pancreatic cancer on October 5th. RIP Steve Jobs.