iPhone owners more loyal than Android users -- study
Android vendors shouldn't expect to make many friends with Apple's current customers.In a study released Tuesday by gadget-comparison company Retrevo, 81 percent of current iPhone owners will buy another Apple handset when their contracts are up and they have to purchase another device. Another 14 percent of current iPhone owners identify themselves as "undecided." Just 4 percent say that they plan to switch to Android.It's a different story on the Android side. Just under two-thirds of current Android owners -- 63 percent -- say that they'd stick with a handset running Google's operating system. Another 12 percent plan to switch to the iPhone, while 23 percent say they're unsure what they'll buy next time around.Retrevo dug down into its data, and found that 17 percent of iPhone owners would like to have a larger screen in their next handset. On the Android side, 21 percent of people indicated a desire for a larger screen. Just 5 percent of iPhone owners want a cheaper device.Here are some more findings from Retrevo's study:Men are more likely to prefer Android phones, while women would rather have an iPhone.35 percent of current iPhone owners say that they're waiting to buy another handset until Apple shows off its next smartphone. Just 6 percent of Android users are doing the same.Only 6 percent of people say that they're excited about the long-rumored iWatch.
Monday, March 23, 2015
iPhone on its way to T-Mobile in three to four months, CEO says
iPhone on its way to T-Mobile in three to four months, CEO says
The wait on Apple's iPhone is soon coming to an end at T-Mobile.The carrier's chief executive, John Legere, told Reuters in an interview published today that the iPhone will come to T-Mobile "in three to four months." He didn't say exactly when the smartphone would be made available to customers, but indicated that the iPhone will launch around the same time that his company plans to eliminate subsidies.Interestingly, T-Mobile is already home to iPhone customers. In an interview with CNET yesterday, company Chief Technology Officer Neville Ray said that there are now 1.9 million iPhones running on the T-Mobile network, and about 100,000 new Apple smartphones are coming in each month.Accommodating those customers' desire for speedier wireless service is at the top of T-Mobile's list right now. The company is far behind its chief competitors, AT&T and Verizon Wireless, in terms of higher-speed mobile connectivity. T-Mobile announced yesterday that its HSPA+ network is available in 46 metro areas and covers about 126 million people. It hopes to cover 100 million people with 4G LTE by the middle of the year. Verizon has more than double that coverage.
The wait on Apple's iPhone is soon coming to an end at T-Mobile.The carrier's chief executive, John Legere, told Reuters in an interview published today that the iPhone will come to T-Mobile "in three to four months." He didn't say exactly when the smartphone would be made available to customers, but indicated that the iPhone will launch around the same time that his company plans to eliminate subsidies.Interestingly, T-Mobile is already home to iPhone customers. In an interview with CNET yesterday, company Chief Technology Officer Neville Ray said that there are now 1.9 million iPhones running on the T-Mobile network, and about 100,000 new Apple smartphones are coming in each month.Accommodating those customers' desire for speedier wireless service is at the top of T-Mobile's list right now. The company is far behind its chief competitors, AT&T and Verizon Wireless, in terms of higher-speed mobile connectivity. T-Mobile announced yesterday that its HSPA+ network is available in 46 metro areas and covers about 126 million people. It hopes to cover 100 million people with 4G LTE by the middle of the year. Verizon has more than double that coverage.
iPhone loses market share in Europe as Android surges
iPhone loses market share in Europe as Android surges
Apple lost market share to Android in Western Europe, according to market researcher IDC.Market trends in Western Europe are not looking good for Apple's iPhone. "Apple's iOS continues to lose ground as market share declined to 20% from 25% in 1Q12 [first quarter 2012]," IDC said Tuesday. Android, meanwhile, is gaining operating system market share, up 14 percent year-to-year in the first quarter."Android continues to dominate the smartphone landscape," according to IDC. In the quarter, Google's OS shipped 21.9 million units and market share increased to 69 percent in the first quarter of 2013 from 55 percent in last years' first quarter.Apple lost 11 percent, while Samsung gained 31 percent in market share in Western Europe during the first quarter.IDCOverall, the Western European economies contracted, according to IDC."Most Western European countries experienced a slowdown in smartphone sales as economies deteriorated, with a consequent decline in disposable income for consumers." IDC also released a report last week on smartphone market share in the India, where Apple struggles to remain relevant.Apple got knocked out of the top five smartphone vendors in India in unit shipments, according to a report, citing first-quarter numbers from IDC. Android dominated the Indian smartphone market with a 90 percent share, driven by sales in the low end segment, according to the report.
Apple lost market share to Android in Western Europe, according to market researcher IDC.Market trends in Western Europe are not looking good for Apple's iPhone. "Apple's iOS continues to lose ground as market share declined to 20% from 25% in 1Q12 [first quarter 2012]," IDC said Tuesday. Android, meanwhile, is gaining operating system market share, up 14 percent year-to-year in the first quarter."Android continues to dominate the smartphone landscape," according to IDC. In the quarter, Google's OS shipped 21.9 million units and market share increased to 69 percent in the first quarter of 2013 from 55 percent in last years' first quarter.Apple lost 11 percent, while Samsung gained 31 percent in market share in Western Europe during the first quarter.IDCOverall, the Western European economies contracted, according to IDC."Most Western European countries experienced a slowdown in smartphone sales as economies deteriorated, with a consequent decline in disposable income for consumers." IDC also released a report last week on smartphone market share in the India, where Apple struggles to remain relevant.Apple got knocked out of the top five smartphone vendors in India in unit shipments, according to a report, citing first-quarter numbers from IDC. Android dominated the Indian smartphone market with a 90 percent share, driven by sales in the low end segment, according to the report.
iPhone infringes on patents from MobileMedia, jury rules
iPhone infringes on patents from MobileMedia, jury rules
Apple has lost a few rounds in a courtroom case pitting it against patent holder MobileMedia.A U.S. court ruled today that the iPhone infringes on three patents held by MobileMedia, a spokesperson for the patent holder told CNET.One of the patents, No. 6,427,078, refers to a camera phone technology, according to the spokesperson. The other two patents, No. 6,253,075 and No. 6,070,068, deal with call handling.A document of the verdict posted on Scribd shows the jury found that Apple directly infringed on the three patents in question. The jury also ruled against Apple's attempt to have the patent claims rendered invalid. The jury trial kicked off just last month in a case in which Apple was accused of violating patents held by MobileMedia, a company jointly owned by Sony, Nokia, and a Denver-based outfit called MPEG LA, which licenses patents for the MPEG standards.MobileMedia holds about 300 patents, mostly from Sony and Nokia, that can apply to just about any electronic device, including smartphones, PCs, cameras, and game consoles. The company launched its suit against Apple in July 2010, alleging that 18 of its patents were violated.Verdict
Apple has lost a few rounds in a courtroom case pitting it against patent holder MobileMedia.A U.S. court ruled today that the iPhone infringes on three patents held by MobileMedia, a spokesperson for the patent holder told CNET.One of the patents, No. 6,427,078, refers to a camera phone technology, according to the spokesperson. The other two patents, No. 6,253,075 and No. 6,070,068, deal with call handling.A document of the verdict posted on Scribd shows the jury found that Apple directly infringed on the three patents in question. The jury also ruled against Apple's attempt to have the patent claims rendered invalid. The jury trial kicked off just last month in a case in which Apple was accused of violating patents held by MobileMedia, a company jointly owned by Sony, Nokia, and a Denver-based outfit called MPEG LA, which licenses patents for the MPEG standards.MobileMedia holds about 300 patents, mostly from Sony and Nokia, that can apply to just about any electronic device, including smartphones, PCs, cameras, and game consoles. The company launched its suit against Apple in July 2010, alleging that 18 of its patents were violated.Verdict
iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus may be tough to find through the holidays
iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus may be tough to find through the holidays
The result: the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus may continue to be a tough device to find through the holidays.While Apple's suppliers have ramped up production of the new iPhones, Cook said the available supply of iPhones isn't even close to meeting customer demand. "We're not even on the same planet," he said on a conference call to discuss the company's fiscal fourth-quarter results.The comments further illustrate the continued strength of the iPhone franchise, which got a boost after Apple adopted a larger screen size -- 4.7-inch for the iPhone 6 and 5.5-inch for the iPhone 6 Plus -- and introduced new features such as its Apple Pay mobile payment service.The demand has driven Apple to sell 39.3 million units in the fiscal fourth quarter, propelling the company's revenue and earnings past Wall Street expectations. "We're selling everything we're making," he said.Cook declined to provide any details on the mix between iPhone 6 and the larger iPhone 6 Plus, noting that it's unfair to look at the mix because everything is selling out. He noted that Apple saw an improvement in demand from every country, which he called unusual."It's not a bad problem to have," he said.
The result: the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus may continue to be a tough device to find through the holidays.While Apple's suppliers have ramped up production of the new iPhones, Cook said the available supply of iPhones isn't even close to meeting customer demand. "We're not even on the same planet," he said on a conference call to discuss the company's fiscal fourth-quarter results.The comments further illustrate the continued strength of the iPhone franchise, which got a boost after Apple adopted a larger screen size -- 4.7-inch for the iPhone 6 and 5.5-inch for the iPhone 6 Plus -- and introduced new features such as its Apple Pay mobile payment service.The demand has driven Apple to sell 39.3 million units in the fiscal fourth quarter, propelling the company's revenue and earnings past Wall Street expectations. "We're selling everything we're making," he said.Cook declined to provide any details on the mix between iPhone 6 and the larger iPhone 6 Plus, noting that it's unfair to look at the mix because everything is selling out. He noted that Apple saw an improvement in demand from every country, which he called unusual."It's not a bad problem to have," he said.
iPhone 6, 6 Plus available unlocked and SIM free
iPhone 6, 6 Plus available unlocked and SIM free
iPhone 6 and 6 Plus buyers in the US can now buy an unlocked and SIM-free model to use on any carrier here or abroad.As listed on Apple's iPhone 6 page, the SIM-free version sells for the full retail price, which means the 4.7-inch, 16GB iPhone 6 costs $649, while the larger 5.5-inch, 16GB iPhone 6 Plus runs $749. Opting for the 64GB version costs an extra $100, while the 128GB edition adds$200 to the base price.Why go unlocked and SIM-free? The option is geared for people who don't want to be stuck with the standard, two-year contract with a specific carrier. This means you can activate the phone on any carrier in the US, including major carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon or Sprint, according to an Apple representative. You can also use it with a local carrier if you travel outside the US. To activate the phone, you simply need to get a SIM card from the carrier.Otherwise, the unlocked and SIM-free phones have the exact same features and functions as the subsidized versions that are tied to a specific carrier. Apple has already been selling unlocked versions of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus for T-Mobile subscribers. That model comes with a T-Mobile SIM card installed, according to Apple, and supports only GSM carriers, such as T-Mobile and AT&T.The unlocked, SIM-free versions of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus ship in three to five business days.(Via 9to5Mac)
iPhone 6 and 6 Plus buyers in the US can now buy an unlocked and SIM-free model to use on any carrier here or abroad.As listed on Apple's iPhone 6 page, the SIM-free version sells for the full retail price, which means the 4.7-inch, 16GB iPhone 6 costs $649, while the larger 5.5-inch, 16GB iPhone 6 Plus runs $749. Opting for the 64GB version costs an extra $100, while the 128GB edition adds$200 to the base price.Why go unlocked and SIM-free? The option is geared for people who don't want to be stuck with the standard, two-year contract with a specific carrier. This means you can activate the phone on any carrier in the US, including major carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon or Sprint, according to an Apple representative. You can also use it with a local carrier if you travel outside the US. To activate the phone, you simply need to get a SIM card from the carrier.Otherwise, the unlocked and SIM-free phones have the exact same features and functions as the subsidized versions that are tied to a specific carrier. Apple has already been selling unlocked versions of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus for T-Mobile subscribers. That model comes with a T-Mobile SIM card installed, according to Apple, and supports only GSM carriers, such as T-Mobile and AT&T.The unlocked, SIM-free versions of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus ship in three to five business days.(Via 9to5Mac)
Slow Down iOS app slows your music as you drive faster
Slow Down iOS app slows your music as you drive faster
We've all been there. You're enjoying a nice drive with your favorite tune pumping on the stereo, when you look down and realize that you're going 90 mph in a 65 mph zone. Sometimes the music carries you away like that. A new app by OVK called Slow Down for iOS devices aims to use your music in the opposite way to help keep your speed in check.After installing, users can select the music playlist to which they want to listen from within the app. After manually choosing the speed limit for the road being driven, the app uses the iPhone's GPS antenna to monitor the vehicle's speed. Exceed the speed limit and Slow Down will slow down the your music, providing drivers with an auditory notification that they need to slow down their car. If the speed limit is exceeded by 10 kph or more, the app will stop the music playback altogether until a more reasonable speed is achieved. Check out the app in action in the video below.It's all quite simple and very novel in execution, but there are a few issues that mar this driver safety app. Firstly, because the speed limit must be manually set, a user who is not paying attention could still find himself speeding if the wrong limiter is checked. Secondly, the three available speed limits are only listed in kilometers per hour and users can't set custom limits that exist outside of these presets, limiting the app's usefulness in the metric-system-phobic U.S.Slow Down is a free download in the iTunes App Store and worth a try based on its novelty alone.
We've all been there. You're enjoying a nice drive with your favorite tune pumping on the stereo, when you look down and realize that you're going 90 mph in a 65 mph zone. Sometimes the music carries you away like that. A new app by OVK called Slow Down for iOS devices aims to use your music in the opposite way to help keep your speed in check.After installing, users can select the music playlist to which they want to listen from within the app. After manually choosing the speed limit for the road being driven, the app uses the iPhone's GPS antenna to monitor the vehicle's speed. Exceed the speed limit and Slow Down will slow down the your music, providing drivers with an auditory notification that they need to slow down their car. If the speed limit is exceeded by 10 kph or more, the app will stop the music playback altogether until a more reasonable speed is achieved. Check out the app in action in the video below.It's all quite simple and very novel in execution, but there are a few issues that mar this driver safety app. Firstly, because the speed limit must be manually set, a user who is not paying attention could still find himself speeding if the wrong limiter is checked. Secondly, the three available speed limits are only listed in kilometers per hour and users can't set custom limits that exist outside of these presets, limiting the app's usefulness in the metric-system-phobic U.S.Slow Down is a free download in the iTunes App Store and worth a try based on its novelty alone.
Report- Sony to launch latest iTunes challenger
Report: Sony to launch latest iTunes challenger
Sony has plans to launch a music and video subscription service, according to a report in The Financial Times. The Japanese conglomerate is expected to announce the service Wednesday at a technology show in Berlin, just ahead of Apple's media event in San Francisco.According to the FT, "Sony would use its [Web-connected] PlayStation games consoles as the starting point for a new service that users will be able to use across a range of other Internet-connected devices. That could include Walkman music players, Vaio computers, Bravia TVs, Blu-ray players and Sony Ericsson mobile phones."The service won't actually be ready to launch until next year, according to the paper. (Could it be that Sony wanted to piggyback on Apple's media event or at least muddy the waters?)One can only hope that this effort is better conceived than Sony's last attempt to challenge iTunes, with the ill-fated Sony Connect.Launched in 2004, Sony Connect was racked with software malfunctions and hobbled by the lack of consumer interest in Sony's digital music players. At the time, the iPod was running away with the market. Analysts blamed Connect's problems in part on the different goals of different divisions, such as the desire of the content creators to protect their music and movies from piracy vs. the stake the electronics division had in technologies such as the MiniDisc and the Memory Stick.Sony shuttered Connect two years ago.
Sony has plans to launch a music and video subscription service, according to a report in The Financial Times. The Japanese conglomerate is expected to announce the service Wednesday at a technology show in Berlin, just ahead of Apple's media event in San Francisco.According to the FT, "Sony would use its [Web-connected] PlayStation games consoles as the starting point for a new service that users will be able to use across a range of other Internet-connected devices. That could include Walkman music players, Vaio computers, Bravia TVs, Blu-ray players and Sony Ericsson mobile phones."The service won't actually be ready to launch until next year, according to the paper. (Could it be that Sony wanted to piggyback on Apple's media event or at least muddy the waters?)One can only hope that this effort is better conceived than Sony's last attempt to challenge iTunes, with the ill-fated Sony Connect.Launched in 2004, Sony Connect was racked with software malfunctions and hobbled by the lack of consumer interest in Sony's digital music players. At the time, the iPod was running away with the market. Analysts blamed Connect's problems in part on the different goals of different divisions, such as the desire of the content creators to protect their music and movies from piracy vs. the stake the electronics division had in technologies such as the MiniDisc and the Memory Stick.Sony shuttered Connect two years ago.
Omny brings a more personal touch to radio
Omny brings a more personal touch to radio
A traditional radio station gives the listener access to music, news and weather. Omny goes one step further by combining these elements with a personal touch, integrating your music library, Facebook likes and email into one audio stream.Two of the main issues around traditional music-streaming services are customisation and personalisation of music based on listening habits. Omny attempts to address this by actively learning about your taste.Based on what you listen to and what you swipe to skip, the app will continue to customise suggestions. Using text-to-voice technology, the app can also read you content such as news, calendar updates and email in your personal radio stream.However, Omny isn't a pure streaming service per se. It's not like Pandora Radio, either. Instead, it connects with the music-streaming service of your choice to deliver musical content â€" as long as you have a premium or paid account with Spotify, Rdio or Songl. If you don't have a premium account with any of the aforementioned streaming services, Omny will automatically pull 30-second previews from Songl.Omny can also connect to your iTunes library to gather listening material. Radio content is provided through selected partners, including the ABC, NPR and BBC.The app itself is iOS only at the moment, and is a free download for Australian and New Zealand users through the iTunes Store.
A traditional radio station gives the listener access to music, news and weather. Omny goes one step further by combining these elements with a personal touch, integrating your music library, Facebook likes and email into one audio stream.Two of the main issues around traditional music-streaming services are customisation and personalisation of music based on listening habits. Omny attempts to address this by actively learning about your taste.Based on what you listen to and what you swipe to skip, the app will continue to customise suggestions. Using text-to-voice technology, the app can also read you content such as news, calendar updates and email in your personal radio stream.However, Omny isn't a pure streaming service per se. It's not like Pandora Radio, either. Instead, it connects with the music-streaming service of your choice to deliver musical content â€" as long as you have a premium or paid account with Spotify, Rdio or Songl. If you don't have a premium account with any of the aforementioned streaming services, Omny will automatically pull 30-second previews from Songl.Omny can also connect to your iTunes library to gather listening material. Radio content is provided through selected partners, including the ABC, NPR and BBC.The app itself is iOS only at the moment, and is a free download for Australian and New Zealand users through the iTunes Store.
iPhone backups--David's iPhone tip of the week
iPhone backups--David's iPhone tip of the week
Manage your backups in iTunesiPhone and iPod Touch backups are all managed by iTunes automatically, but you have the ability to delete older backups from your current devices or backups from devices you no longer own.1. Launch iTunes.2. Open the iTunes preferences on your computer.3. Select the Devices tab.Devices tab of iTunes preferences houses the list of backups performed.Screenshot by David Martin/CNETiTunes will now display the device backups that are stored on your computer. If you sync more than one device there will be entries in the list for each one. They are listed in chronological order and the most recent one is usually the most important one. Older backups can be just as important, especially, for example, if you are migrating from an older iPhone to a newer model. You might want to retain that old backup until you are sure that your migration to the newer phone was successful.If you decide you need to delete one of the backups, simply click on its entry under Device backups as shown aboveand click the Delete Backup button. iTunes will remove it from the list.You should consider performing a sync and backup of your iPhone or iPod Touch immediately before or after you make any major changes like adding new contacts, before going on a trip, etc. Definitely perform these tasks before doing a firmware update. Hopefully these tips will make your backups take less time to perform, more secure, and easier to manage.
Manage your backups in iTunesiPhone and iPod Touch backups are all managed by iTunes automatically, but you have the ability to delete older backups from your current devices or backups from devices you no longer own.1. Launch iTunes.2. Open the iTunes preferences on your computer.3. Select the Devices tab.Devices tab of iTunes preferences houses the list of backups performed.Screenshot by David Martin/CNETiTunes will now display the device backups that are stored on your computer. If you sync more than one device there will be entries in the list for each one. They are listed in chronological order and the most recent one is usually the most important one. Older backups can be just as important, especially, for example, if you are migrating from an older iPhone to a newer model. You might want to retain that old backup until you are sure that your migration to the newer phone was successful.If you decide you need to delete one of the backups, simply click on its entry under Device backups as shown aboveand click the Delete Backup button. iTunes will remove it from the list.You should consider performing a sync and backup of your iPhone or iPod Touch immediately before or after you make any major changes like adding new contacts, before going on a trip, etc. Definitely perform these tasks before doing a firmware update. Hopefully these tips will make your backups take less time to perform, more secure, and easier to manage.
How will Apple spin iTunes on iPad-
How will Apple spin iTunes on iPad?
But the video about music playback (labeled "iPod") did give a couple of hints on how the iPad might evolve to take advantage of all that extra screen real estate. In particular, the menu on the left side of the screen will broaden exposure to some cool features that are buried on the iPhone. The Genius Mixes feature comes to mind. Introduced with iTunes 9 and the iPhone 3.1 software update last September, this feature automatically creates endlessly looping mixes of similar songs in your library. (The iTunes 9.1 software update--released Tuesday and required for syncing your computer with the iPad--lets you rename and delete Genius Mixes for the first time.) Unlike the regular Genius feature, Genius Mixes doesn't require you to build off a currently playing "seed" song, which can be hit or miss--some songs simply don't appear enough on other users' playlists for Apple to build a Genius playlist. Rather, if I want to hear an Indie Rock Mix, or AOR Classic Rock Mix, or Art & Experimental Mix, I can simply hit the icon and it starts playing. The Genius Mixes feature also offers a more coherent playback experience than simply shuffling among songs in the same genre. But to get Genius Mixes on an iPhone or iPod Touch, you need todig deep into menu options to drag the Genius icon onto the dock. With the iPad, it's easily available from the left side menu. The other thing that struck me while watching the video was how dull regular album art is when displayed on a larger screen. I wonder if the iPad will finally help the iTunes LP format take off--it seems like the perfect venue.
But the video about music playback (labeled "iPod") did give a couple of hints on how the iPad might evolve to take advantage of all that extra screen real estate. In particular, the menu on the left side of the screen will broaden exposure to some cool features that are buried on the iPhone. The Genius Mixes feature comes to mind. Introduced with iTunes 9 and the iPhone 3.1 software update last September, this feature automatically creates endlessly looping mixes of similar songs in your library. (The iTunes 9.1 software update--released Tuesday and required for syncing your computer with the iPad--lets you rename and delete Genius Mixes for the first time.) Unlike the regular Genius feature, Genius Mixes doesn't require you to build off a currently playing "seed" song, which can be hit or miss--some songs simply don't appear enough on other users' playlists for Apple to build a Genius playlist. Rather, if I want to hear an Indie Rock Mix, or AOR Classic Rock Mix, or Art & Experimental Mix, I can simply hit the icon and it starts playing. The Genius Mixes feature also offers a more coherent playback experience than simply shuffling among songs in the same genre. But to get Genius Mixes on an iPhone or iPod Touch, you need todig deep into menu options to drag the Genius icon onto the dock. With the iPad, it's easily available from the left side menu. The other thing that struck me while watching the video was how dull regular album art is when displayed on a larger screen. I wonder if the iPad will finally help the iTunes LP format take off--it seems like the perfect venue.
How to watch Google Play videos on your iOS device
How to watch Google Play videos on your iOS device
Step 1: Install the YouTube app on your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad.Step 2: Run the app and sign into your YouTube account (which is the same as your Google/Gmail account).Step 3: Tap the menu button in the top-left corner, or simply swipe to the right to reveal the menu.Screenshot by Rick Broida/CNETStep 4: Scroll down until you see Purchases, then tap it.All your Google Play video purchases are accessible in the YouTube app for iOS.Screenshot by Rick Broida/CNETStep 5: You should see all your Google Play movies and TV shows. Tap the one you want to watch!Surprisingly easy, no? Now for the bad news: There's no opposite arrangement -- no way to view iTunes purchases on your Google device. But it's good to know you have another outlet for buying videos. And Google Play often offers freebies and discounts iTunes doesn't. (Recently, for example, the store gave away digital copies of the Will Ferrell vehicle "Elf," and for a limited time you can get free pilot episodes for a variety of TV series, including "The Newsroom," "Veep," "True Blood," and "The Blacklist."Now, even if you don't own an Android-powered smartphone or tablet, you can watch those and other items on your iOS device. Not too shabby!
Step 1: Install the YouTube app on your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad.Step 2: Run the app and sign into your YouTube account (which is the same as your Google/Gmail account).Step 3: Tap the menu button in the top-left corner, or simply swipe to the right to reveal the menu.Screenshot by Rick Broida/CNETStep 4: Scroll down until you see Purchases, then tap it.All your Google Play video purchases are accessible in the YouTube app for iOS.Screenshot by Rick Broida/CNETStep 5: You should see all your Google Play movies and TV shows. Tap the one you want to watch!Surprisingly easy, no? Now for the bad news: There's no opposite arrangement -- no way to view iTunes purchases on your Google device. But it's good to know you have another outlet for buying videos. And Google Play often offers freebies and discounts iTunes doesn't. (Recently, for example, the store gave away digital copies of the Will Ferrell vehicle "Elf," and for a limited time you can get free pilot episodes for a variety of TV series, including "The Newsroom," "Veep," "True Blood," and "The Blacklist."Now, even if you don't own an Android-powered smartphone or tablet, you can watch those and other items on your iOS device. Not too shabby!
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