Google rolls out Chrome 30 for iOS

It’s been less than a week since Google released Chrome 29 for iOS but they had to release a newer version just in time for the iOS 7 debut. Chrome 30 for the iPhone and iPad has been created to match the look of the new OS. There are full-screen improvements, settings section redesign, and better integration with Google Maps and Gmail (if these apps are installed). It is important to note, however, that the minimum iOS requirement for the updated browser is iOS 6.

Facebook unveils new iOS app

The iOS 7 app updates keep rolling in. This time Facebook unveiled its version 6.5 just in time for the new operating system. Some of the new features include a new menu at the bottom of the app to make it easy to navigate through the app. There is also a new “More” tab on the bottom right for access to options such as your Timeline, groups, events, etc. Facebook is also taking some design cues from iOS 7 with a translucent bar on top of the app that changes dynamically as you scroll through posts and photos. 

Amazon’s Kindle app update for iOS 7 lets users group books

Amazon’s Kindle app is introducing its own update for the new iOS 7. A new feature in this version called “Collections” helps you organize your e-book library easily and more to your liking. You can now add your e-books to more than one category. Amazon has also tweaked the design of the app around the themes of “deference, clarity, and depth.” It has flatter-looking controls, a translucent effect, and slide-out menus that combine key controls of the app.

Twitter iOS app readies for iOS 7 with new update

Coinciding with today’s iOS 7 launch, Twitter released a new update to usher in the new iOS version. While it looks largely unchanged, there is a new flat toolbar on top and new buttons to tap on.

Other new iOS features that integrate with Twitter include the use of the #music hashtag on iTunes Radio to find music that is currently trending on Twitter; use of Siri to conduct searches on Twitter; and use Shared Links in Safari to access links other people have tweeted. Twitter has also confirmed that the update is compatible with iOS 6 and 5.