Here are the latest Apple rumors from the blogosphere:
“According to a report on Sunday, Apple is actively recruiting software engineers previously contracted by Google’s Maps division to advance the new iOS Maps app, which has been widely criticized since its inception with iOS 6.” — “AppleInsider” (www.appleinsider.com)
“Apple Inc.’s new iPhone 5 remained a hot item following the sales kickoff Friday, with customers flocking to stores to buy the new handset. But they seemed to have little luck finding the gadget at the Silicon Valley company’s retail partners.” — “The Wall Street Journal” (http://macte.ch/iaAo7)
“Apple’s new Lightning connector, introduced alongside the iPhone 5 last week, is thought to be a key longterm investment for the company, and will possibly have a lifetime of ten years.” — “AppleInsider” (www.appleinsider.com)
“Google Maps seems to have found its way onto iOS 6 with help from a hacker, though it’s not quite ready for its public debut.” — “CNET” (news.cnet.com)
“It’s been less than a week since Apple began selling the iPhone 5, but already the device has made its way into China. Grey market resellers are selling the flagship smartphone with over 100 percent markup to mainland customers who aren’t willing to wait the few months for it to officially arrive.” — “The Next Web” (www.thenextweb.com)
“A number of postings to the Apple’s job site reveals the company is looking to bolster its newly-released Maps app, which has been almost universally panned since iOS 6 launched on Wednesday.” — “AppleInsider” (www.appleinsider.com)
“Some users are reporting Wi-Fi issues with the iPhone 5.” — “CNET” (news.cnet.com)