Recent rumors state Apple's design guru, Jony Ive, has stayed busy in his new role over the company's software. The forthcoming iOS 7 is reportedly receiving major updates in the form of user interface changes, but according to a report from Bloomberg, those alterations don't arrive without a cost. Namely, the collaboration between Cupetino's engineers and designers may be hindering the company's ability to get the new mobile OS out the door on time.
People with knowledge of iOS 7 development say Ive is interested in nixing the real-world textures found in past iOS versions like the faux wood grain of first-party apps like Newsstand. And more importantly, the Apple design lead has the software and hardware teams collaborating. Forcing the two departments to speak to one another, amazingly enough, is apparently a departure from the ideals of late CEO Steve Jobs.
But in finding ways to "flatten" the interface design and -- one has to hope -- bring entirely new ideas to the table for iOS 7, testing has apparently fallen behind schedule. According to the sources, Apple still expects its next mobile OS to be ready for primetime in September when the next iPhone will allegedly debut.
The bigger question is whether or not Apple will show off some new features or look of iOS 7 during Worldwide Developers Conference. The event is scheduled to take place June 10 through 14.
Matt Clark is a freelance writer covering the world of videogames, tech, and popular culture. Follow him on Twitter @ClarkMatt and MyIGN at Matt_Clark.
Source : ign[dot]com
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