Here at Fueled, a design and development company based in New York and London, we are obsessed with everything that happens in mobile, be it rumors of iPhone hardware, delectable Android updates or new apps we love. Every Friday, we’d like to help you top up your weekly knowledge of the mobile industry so you can keep your finger on the pulse.

The iPhone Approaches

As September 9 approaches, the internet is flush with iPhone 6 rumors and speculation. This week, we've seen size comparisons, we've read about new products, and we've even heard about a gold iPhone. Only a little over a week until the big reveal!

Uber's Operation Slog

It was revealed that Uber is sending hired brand ambassadors to convince and recruit drivers from Lyft to Uber. Code named Operation Slog (Supplying Long-term Operations Growth) the ride sharing company sent undercover ambassadors on Lyft rides and equipped them with burner phones and credit cards. via Business Insider

SnapChat Billions

The messaging app Snapchat fetched a $10 billion valuation by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, one of Silicon Valley's most established investment firms. The app apparently attracts more than 100 million people every month. via WSJ

Hyperlapse

http://vimeo.com/104409950

Everyone became obsessed with Hyperlapse this week. Instagram's newest stand alone video app is a fun and easy way to create stunning time lapse videos. The built-in image stabilization algorithm is top notch. via The Verge

This is the New iPhone 6

http://youtu.be/34T80iLYojk

Have an amazing Labor Day weekend!  

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