Apple Talks iOS 5 At iPhone Event - Announces October 12 Launch Date

Apple has just announced the release date of iOS 5 at its iPhone event in Cupertino, CA. Importantly, Apple noted that iOS 5 will launch on October 12. The fifth major version of Apple's mobile operating system adds over 200 new features, including Notification Center, iMessage and Newsstand (which we have a heap of information on). Furthermore, the software update adds support for Apple's iCloud service, which was also announced today. The key features Apple outlined at its presentation are:

Notifications

iMessage

Reminders

Twitter integration

Newsstand

Improved Camera app

Improved Safari app

Improved Mail app

PC-free

Photo editing

Apple's upcoming iOS 5 software update will be compatible with the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, the third and fourth generation iPod touch, and the original iPad and the iPad 2. As mentioned, it will be available on October 12. Let us know if you're excited in the comments.

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