The AppAdvice Week In Review: Google Reader's Demise, iOS 7's Rise And Donald Duck

This week, we said goodbye to Google Reader, and hello to iOS 7 on iPad. Along the way, we welcomed Donald Duck to our nightstand, and geared up for birthday celebrations. Here are just a few of the stories we followed during the week that was.

The end of Google Reader

When Google announced earlier this year that its Reader service would be ending, it probably felt like the end of a era for many. As is often the case, however, plenty of developers have stepped forward in recent months to fill the void. Just this week, Digg launched its own reader, as did NetNewsWire, AOL, and MultiPLX. The folks behind existing newsreaders have also stepped up their game. Mr. Reader and Reeder will each live on in the post-Google Reader world. So which reader app should you choose for your iPhone/iPod touch and iPad? Take a look at our special report on Google Reader alternatives. As a reminder, today, June 30 is the final day for Google Reader.

Apple launches iOS 7 on iPad

Monday saw the release of the second iOS 7 beta -- the first for the iPad and iPad mini. As our initial walkthrough showed, the operating system looks right at home on Apple's tablet. This doesn't mean that iOS 7 is perfect. In particular, there are a few features we'd love to see Apple add to Control Center before iOS 7 is released to the public. Here's a sampling of some of our iOS 7 stories for the week:

• The AppAdvice iOS 7 Quick Pick: Controlling Music While On The Lock Screen
• How Your Favorite iOS Apps Might Look Once iOS 7 Is Released
• In iOS 7, You Can Take Screenshots In Snapchat Without The Senders Knowing
• Hands-On iOS 7: How To Change Siri’s Voice From Female To Male

Apple is expected to release the third iOS 7 beta to developers on July 8.

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