Comments on: Did Apple Flip the iOS Kill Switch on NDrive? http://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/ Providing complete coverage of the wireless industry, cell phone news, and future 4G technologies. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:55:49 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: ericinLAhttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-43636 ericinLA Thu, 07 Oct 2010 03:29:26 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-43636 As of October 6, I have a functioning copy of NDrive USA on my new iPhone 4 running iOS 4.1. It does utilize the phone's GPS and sees my location, and needless to say, remains in my Mac's iTunes Apps folder. Too bad it's no longer in the iTunes store, though. I was curious about whether the app would utilize a hardware GPS cradle like the Magellan or TomTom car kits for iPhone and couldn't look up more info. As of October 6, I have a functioning copy of NDrive USA on my new iPhone 4 running iOS 4.1. It does utilize the phone’s GPS and sees my location, and needless to say, remains in my Mac’s iTunes Apps folder. Too bad it’s no longer in the iTunes store, though. I was curious about whether the app would utilize a hardware GPS cradle like the Magellan or TomTom car kits for iPhone and couldn’t look up more info.

]]> By: Pedro Silvahttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-43197 Pedro Silva Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:07:27 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-43197 Let me correct my last statement: When I mentioned that MOTIONX was in place of NDRIVE, in fact that is not true. I actually was looking in the wrong place. Nevertheless, that main problem still remains. I can't get this APP nor iTunes lets me report a problem with the APP!! I'm getting a message saying that I've already reported a problem with this app (which is not true) or it is too old to be reported! Let me correct my last statement: When I mentioned that MOTIONX was in place of NDRIVE, in fact that is not true. I actually was looking in the wrong place. Nevertheless, that main problem still remains. I can’t get this APP nor iTunes lets me report a problem with the APP!! I’m getting a message saying that I’ve already reported a problem with this app (which is not true) or it is too old to be reported!

]]> By: Pedro Silvahttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-43196 Pedro Silva Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:01:28 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-43196 Proto732, I have the app in my iTunes but when I try to sync it to my iPhone 3GS I get an error. Also, if I go to my purchases history, I can see that I have another APP (Motion X GPS) in the place of the NDrive APP, but with the same date/time and same value (29,99 euros). This does not make sense because MotionX GPS does not cost 29,99 euros and I never purchased this APP. Proto732, I have the app in my iTunes but when I try to sync it to my iPhone 3GS I get an error. Also, if I go to my purchases history, I can see that I have another APP (Motion X GPS) in the place of the NDrive APP, but with the same date/time and same value (29,99 euros).

This does not make sense because MotionX GPS does not cost 29,99 euros and I never purchased this APP.

]]> By: Proto732http://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-42903 Proto732 Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:16:51 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-42903 Complete and utter garbage reporting. The app was pulled from the App Store ... that was it. Apple didn't delete anything off your iphone, your iTunes, your PC, or your Mac. I still have it on my iPhone, and it still works. I can delete it off the phone and reinstall it from my iTunes if wanted. I upgraded from a 3GS to a 4, and simply reinstalled the app. Other apps (like WiFiFoFum and GV Mobile originally) have been pulled from the store before. In the case of WiFiFoFum, they used a private API in their software (which you are not supposed to do), and Apple found it sometime after it had already been in the App Store. Apple usually warns the developer and gives them a chance to fix the software violation. Anyone who downloaded or purchased it prior to that is completely free to continue using the product. Complete and utter garbage reporting. The app was pulled from the App Store … that was it. Apple didn’t delete anything off your iphone, your iTunes, your PC, or your Mac.

I still have it on my iPhone, and it still works. I can delete it off the phone and reinstall it from my iTunes if wanted. I upgraded from a 3GS to a 4, and simply reinstalled the app.

Other apps (like WiFiFoFum and GV Mobile originally) have been pulled from the store before. In the case of WiFiFoFum, they used a private API in their software (which you are not supposed to do), and Apple found it sometime after it had already been in the App Store. Apple usually warns the developer and gives them a chance to fix the software violation. Anyone who downloaded or purchased it prior to that is completely free to continue using the product.

]]> By: Christopher Pricehttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-41762 Christopher Price Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:07:02 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-41762 Wjv, the presence of that URL may not be the only source of the kill switch. Apps may also be removed through SSL communication in the iTunes Store communications layer. Feel free to ask Apple for comment on that, we sure tried. Nobody has yet to explain why several, several people have all independently confirmed the disappearance of NDrive from their iTunes Libraries, including our own at PhoneNews.com. That, is called fact checking, people. Wjv, the presence of that URL may not be the only source of the kill switch. Apps may also be removed through SSL communication in the iTunes Store communications layer. Feel free to ask Apple for comment on that, we sure tried.

Nobody has yet to explain why several, several people have all independently confirmed the disappearance of NDrive from their iTunes Libraries, including our own at PhoneNews.com.

That, is called fact checking, people.

]]> By: wjvhttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-41610 wjv Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:57:02 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-41610 Some fact-checking, people! The existence of Apple's kill switch isn't exactly a secret — Jobs has commented on it publicly himself. More importantly, it's URL isn't exactly a secret either: https://iphone-services.apple.com/clbl/unauthorizedApps Note the empty list there? No apps have been killswitched as of this writing. End of discussion. (And yes, N-Drive is still working just fine on my 3GS.) Some fact-checking, people!

The existence of Apple’s kill switch isn’t exactly a secret — Jobs has commented on it publicly himself. More importantly, it’s URL isn’t exactly a secret either:

https://iphone-services.apple.com/clbl/unauthorizedApps

Note the empty list there? No apps have been killswitched as of this writing. End of discussion.

(And yes, N-Drive is still working just fine on my 3GS.)

]]> By: Davidhttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-41380 David Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:53:56 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-41380 I'm also running the Australia & NZ version on my 3GS running iOS4 and it is still on my phone even after many syncs. BUT I have not been able to get a GPS fix since upgrading to iOS4. I have tried the app in both NZ and Australia and it no longer works in either country. Other GPS apps work fine in both countries. When I contacted nDrive they replied with the standard email about working with Apple about unspecified problems. At the moment the map works (as a map book), but it is useless as a sat-nav device. I’m also running the Australia & NZ version on my 3GS running iOS4 and it is still on my phone even after many syncs. BUT I have not been able to get a GPS fix since upgrading to iOS4. I have tried the app in both NZ and Australia and it no longer works in either country. Other GPS apps work fine in both countries. When I contacted nDrive they replied with the standard email about working with Apple about unspecified problems. At the moment the map works (as a map book), but it is useless as a sat-nav device.

]]> By: Android kill switch activated & some links of the week :: The Future of the Internet — And How to Stop Ithttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-41207 Android kill switch activated & some links of the week :: The Future of the Internet — And How to Stop It Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:02:57 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-41207 [...] Did Apple Flip the iOS Kill Switch on NDrive? Wait, has Apple already used the kill switch? [...] [...] Did Apple Flip the iOS Kill Switch on NDrive? Wait, has Apple already used the kill switch? [...]

]]> By: Nicolehttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-41147 Nicole Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:04:28 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-41147 I'm running the Australia & NZ version on my 3GS running iOS4 and it still works fine. Keeping my fingers crossed that they sort out what the issue is and give us the update to the new version, it's an awesome app. I’m running the Australia & NZ version on my 3GS running iOS4 and it still works fine. Keeping my fingers crossed that they sort out what the issue is and give us the update to the new version, it’s an awesome app.

]]> By: Jamalhttp://www.phonenews.com/did-apple-flip-the-ios-kill-switch-on-ndrive-11579/#comment-40958 Jamal Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:29:06 +0000 http://www.phonenews.com/?p=11579#comment-40958 Itunes store refunded my payment last week see email below : > From: iTunesStoreSupport@apple.com > To: dread7@hotmail.com > Subject: Re: App Store and iBooks; Follow-up: 113154116 > Date: Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:45:44 -0700 > > Hello E, > > Thanks so much for taking the time to contact iTunes Store support. My name is Christine and I will be more than happy to help you out today. > > Before I begin addressing your email I just wanted to let you know that we are experiencing a slight delay in response time due to all of the exciting new Apple Products being offered. That being said, your patience up to this point is very much appreciated, and if you require any further assistance after reading this email please respond and let me know. Your response will go straight to the top of my inbox and will be given top priority! > > I see from your email that you've updated your iPhone and the app "NDrive UK & Ireland" is missing and you're unable to re download as it may no longer be available on the iTunes Store. I am sure you are eager to regain the app. Please be assured, I'll gladly address your inquiry today! > > I've checked the iTunes Store and regrettably it isn't available. However, I have reversed the charge for "NDrive UK & Ireland". In three to five business days, a credit of £4.34, plus applicable taxes should be posted to the credit card that appears on the receipt for that purchase. > > I would recommend contacting the developer to inquire as to why it's removed and if they'll add it back. You can contact them at: > > http://www.ndrive.com > > I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. The iTunes Store wants your experience to be as enjoyable as possible. You are a valued iTunes Store customer, E and have a great day! > > Sincerely, > > Christine > iTunes Store Customer Support Itunes store refunded my payment last week see email below :

> From: iTunesStoreSupport@apple.com
> To: dread7@hotmail.com
> Subject: Re: App Store and iBooks; Follow-up: 113154116
> Date: Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:45:44 -0700
>
> Hello E,
>
> Thanks so much for taking the time to contact iTunes Store support. My name is Christine and I will be more than happy to help you out today.
>
> Before I begin addressing your email I just wanted to let you know that we are experiencing a slight delay in response time due to all of the exciting new Apple Products being offered. That being said, your patience up to this point is very much appreciated, and if you require any further assistance after reading this email please respond and let me know. Your response will go straight to the top of my inbox and will be given top priority!
>
> I see from your email that you’ve updated your iPhone and the app “NDrive UK & Ireland” is missing and you’re unable to re download as it may no longer be available on the iTunes Store. I am sure you are eager to regain the app. Please be assured, I’ll gladly address your inquiry today!
>
> I’ve checked the iTunes Store and regrettably it isn’t available. However, I have reversed the charge for “NDrive UK & Ireland”. In three to five business days, a credit of £4.34, plus applicable taxes should be posted to the credit card that appears on the receipt for that purchase.
>
> I would recommend contacting the developer to inquire as to why it’s removed and if they’ll add it back. You can contact them at:
>
> http://www.ndrive.com
>
> I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. The iTunes Store wants your experience to be as enjoyable as possible. You are a valued iTunes Store customer, E and have a great day!
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Christine
> iTunes Store Customer Support

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