What is the Big Deal with iOS 7?

September 20, 2013 What is the Big Deal with iOS 7? iOS 7 is the latest iteration of Apple's mobile operating platform, and it marks a stark departure from past versions. The entire aesthetic has been "flattened" to give iOS a more modern, or at least stylistic, feel. Apple has also enabled users with more control, as well as completely overhauled the way iOS handles notifications. It's currently available for the iPhone 4 and all subsequent models, iPad 2 and all subsequent models, iPad mini, and the fifth-generation iPod touch. But is it enough to stave off the Android and Windows Phone 8 assault? Will it bring defectors back into the iFold? Will it alienate long-time users that value the fact that iOS has always been easy to use? » iOS 7 Review: Flat, Colorful, and Loaded with New Features Related links » Getting an iPhone 5S? Here is how to migrate your contacts & media » Microsoft Office still dominates, but is there a threat in the cloud? » Buying mom and dad a computer? Read this first   ADVERTISEMENT     RESOURCES Keep up with the latest news from TechnologyGuide Read reviews from TechnologyGuide on the latest products before making your next tech purchase Watch videos from TechnologyGuide to get a closer look at the latest tech Join in on the discussion at the TechnologyGuide forums ABOUT THIS E-NEWSLETTER This e-newsletter is published by TechnologyGuide.com, part of the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from TechnologyGuide Update, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget TechnologyGuide Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2013 TechTarget. All rights reserved.