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Minecraft on iOS is getting cross-platform multiplayer

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You'll be able to team with friends on console!
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Minecraft: Pocket Edition is getting support for cross-platform multiplayer, giving iOS users the ability to team up with friends on other devices — including consoles.

The latest systems from Nintendo and Microsoft will be compatible, alongside computers running Windows 10, but Sony is yet to pledge support for its own hardware.

Designing for Android: an iOS developer’s perspective

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A one-size-fits-all hybrid design for Android and iOS apps is not the best of both worlds. Photo: Diarmuid Miklós/Flickr

As an iOS developer, I’m frequently asked, “When are you going to do an Android version?” Like it is just a matter of time.

But the truth is, we’ll probably never support Android. While there are sound business rationales for this, my motives are rooted in design philosophy.

You Can Learn HTML5 And JavaScript With Ease [Deals]

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We’re getting to the season where we start to think about taking on new challenges, and this Cult of Mac Deals offer will help those who want to tackle learning two of the most popular programmnig languages out there.

In this course – suitable for beginners, enhtusiasts, or even professionals – you’ll learn HTML5 and JavaScript. And for a limited time this course is available for just $19. That’s a savings of 51%!

BlackBerry Resumes BBM Beta Testing Ahead Of Cross-Platform Launch

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Had BlackBerry’s cross-platform BBM launch gone as originally planned, we’d all be BBM-ing each other on Android and iOS by now. Of course, that didn’t happen, and so we’re not. But the Canadian company is still working hard to deliver BBM to its rivals.

Earlier this week BlackBerry promised that it was “100% committed to bringing BBM to Android and iPhone,” and it just resumed beta testing on Android with a brand new release.

Pocket Casts 4 To Bring iOS 7 Style UI, iPad Support, Cross-Platform Syncing & More

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Pocket Casts is arguably the finest podcast client on Android, and it’s pretty terrific on iOS, too. But it’s about to get even better. With the upcoming Pocket Casts 4 update, we’ll see a brand new user interface based on iOS 7’s new design, iPad support, cross-platform syncing for subscriptions, playlists, and play states, and lots more.

Take Over The World From Your Mac To An iPhone Or iPad With Conquist 2 [OS X Tips]

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I’m a long time Risk player, with a penchant for grabbing up Australia or South America first, then blockading the heck out of them while I focus my expansion to the rest of the map from these well-fortified positions.

While there is a fantastic Risk game for the iPhone, there’s not one for the Mac, let alone one that plays on both platforms. Checking out Conquist 2, then, a Risk-style conquer the world game, seems like a no brainer, since you can purchase it for Mac and/or iOS, making it the perfect cross platform multiplayer game for fans of Risk.

Check it out.

New Borderlands 2 Update Brings Back Windows Multiplayer, Adds New Weapons

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Hardcore Vault Hunters may have noticed that the opportunity to venture forth with their PC-based comrades — a huge boon that arrived in an update almost two months ago — was no longer an option as of early this month, when the latest Borderlands 2 patch hit PCs, throwing the two operating systems out of sync again.

But the two platforms are now synced again, thanks to Aspyr’s lightning-fast release of a Mac-side patch. They’ve also brought us the $5, Steam-only Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Pack DLC, which raises the level cap and adds a “super-rare line of weapons.” Yeehaw.

Ending Soon: The Ultimate Python Programming Course [Deals]

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If you’ve been itching to start the journey to learning code then Cult of Mac Deals has an excellent offer for you…and at a fraction of the regular price: The Ultimate Python Programming Course.

This tutorial is detailed enough for beginners but is also an excellent reference for various leveled Python programmers. Purchasing this course is like having an expert Python consultant for the rest of your life, and all the lessons are organized for easy access – just like a chapter in a book. You’ll also have certification provided upon completion of the course, making you a certified Python developer. And you’ll get all of this for just $39 – that’s a 60% discount!

Become A Certified Developer With The Ultimate Python Programming Course [Deals]

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If you’ve been itching to start the journey to learning code then Cult of Mac Deals has an excellent offer for you…and at a fraction of the regular price: The Ultimate Python Programming Course.

This tutorial is detailed enough for beginners but is also an excellent reference for various leveled Python programmers. Purchasing this course is like having an expert Python consultant for the rest of your life, and all the lessons are organized for easy access – just like a chapter in a book. You’ll also have certification provided upon completion of the course, making you a certified Python developer. And you’ll get all of this for just $39 – that’s a 60% discount!

Facebook In Talks To Buy Popular Cross-Platform Messenger WhatsApp [Rumor]

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WhatsApp could be the next item on Facebook's shopping list.

Following its acquisition of Instagram earlier this year, Facebook is said to be eyeing up another popular service. Cross-platform messenger WhatsApp could be the next item on the social network’s shopping list as the company looks to extend its mobile presence, according to sources close to the matter.