iOS 5 update released

Apple has released it's first iOS 5 update which patches a high-profile security bug and fixes the short battery life experienced by some users.

The security issue addressed a kernel vulnerability whereby, according to Apple, “an application may execute unsigned code. A logic error existed in the mmap system call's checking of valid flag combinations. This issue may lead to a bypass of code-signing checks.”

The 55MB iOS 5.0.1 is also the first update released by Apple which will be delivered over it's new built-in free updating service available vis iTunes.

The update also addresses a bug with documents in Apple's iCloud service, a panorama mode in their camera application and a new auto correct menu in the keyboard.

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Pakistan defeat Australia, win tri-series hockey tournament final

Pakistan defeated Australia 4-3 to win the tri-series hockey tournament in Perth

PERTH: Pakistan defeated Australia 4-3 to win the tri-series hockey tournament in Perth on Wednesday.

Sohail Abbas, Shakeel Abbasi, Imran and Tauseeq scored a goal each for Pakistan.

President Asif Zardari congratulated the team on winning the final.

Pakistan had earlier lost both matches to the hosts while recording two draws with India and qualified for the final on account of a better goal difference.

Pakistan record 9-wkt win over Sri Lanka

DUBAI: Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by nine wickets with a day to spare in the second Test here at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

Chasing an easy target of 94 runs in a possible 24 overs, Pakistan completed their victory before the end of the penultimate day to take a 1-0 lead in the three-Test series.

Opener Mohammad Hafeez remained unbeaten on 59 and Azhar Ali was 29 not out.