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The iPhone receives an updated AP news device and a first from the Independent

The iPhone continues to be the object of news providers' attentions. The Associated Press has recently updated its iPhone device, while the Independent becomes the latest newspaper to launch its own iPhone application.

The Push Notification feature is part of the updated AP Mobile News 3.0 device, which is available for the iPhone and the iTouch. The application transmits breaking news notifications on to the recipient's screen, even if the AP device is not being used. The updated device is available for free on the iTunes App. Store.

AP is investing significant resources into the development of its mobile news provision since the programme was launched over a year ago. The inclusion of a notification feature is a recognition of the increasing public demand for real time information. Other new features available on the device give the recipient more control over the organisation of the news that they receive. Users can save stories directly to the Evernote application, which they can search for and retrieve at any time. Parts of stories can also be "cut and pasted" and shared among friends. A 'Front Page" device, again for Apple products, gives the individual the ability to customize their own AP front news page and control what type of news is presented, from a choice of 50 categories. Share