MediaFire offers 50GB free storage for new desktop app

File hosting site MediaFire takes an aim at Dropbox’s market with a new desktop app for Windows and OS X. MediaFire Desktop allows you to upload and share files directly from your desktop and gives you 50GB of free storage. However, CNet claims the maximum individual file size is set at 200MB and allows drag-and-drop uploading instead of syncing. It is important to note that if you won’t be uploading videos, then the file size cap should just be fine. 

Apple debuts Apple Store for iPad

Apple wants to make it easy for you to shop for, well, more Apple devices through your iPads. The Apple Store for iPad gives you high-resolution photos of the different Apple products and allows you to swipe, tap, and pinch to browse or buy said devices.

You can view product categories from a top menu that disappears as you browse. You can also search for items and purchase items and arrange for store pickup or home delivery. The app also updates you with information about workshops and events in the nearest Apple Store to you or helps you make an appointment with the Genius Bar.

Dropbox redesigns iOS app

Dropbox updates its iOS app to comply with the look of iOS 7 as well as add new improvements and features. Version 3.0 brings a new streamlined look to the iPad app, an updated the sharing process and PDF viewer, as well as support for AirDrop. The cloud storage app also fixed a few bugs to make it easier to do certain activities.

Google shutters Currents, replaces with Newsstand

Google has decided to kill its Currents newsreader to replace it with Google Play Newsstand. While it has a similar name to Apple’s magazine and newspaper store, Google claims it is a different experience. The tech company approaches the new magazine, blog, news site and newsreader app with a Flipboard-like experience and takes on smart curation as content comes in from different sources based on user interest.

Google will add subscription-only providers such as Wall Street Journal and New York Times on top of the usual magazine partners Currents had. Existing users of Currents and Google Magazines just need to update their apps to access Newsstand. You can view more information here.