US shoppers increasingly buying iPhones from carriers instead of Apple

A growing number of Americans are choosing to buy their iPhones from carrier outlets and websites, instead of directly from Apple's website and retail stores, recent research data indicates.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 29

Apple's new 4" iPhone SE continues to see stock-outs, shipping delays

Though it didn't have the hype of a new next-generation iPhone launch, the revamped 4-inch iPhone SE continues to see demand outstrip Apple's available supply, with most stores completely out of stock and new orders advertised not to ship for a few weeks.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 39

Iowa's only Apple Store to get massive $3M makeover, nearly triple in size

Apple's lone retail outlet in Iowa, which has served Apple faithful for the past 12 years, is about to get a long-awaited makeover that promises to nearly triple floor space, and could introduce the "next-generation" Apple Store design language currently rolling out at international flagship locations.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

iPhone SE generating low traffic at Apple Stores, in line with predictions, analyst says

The iPhone SE — which officially went on sale earlier on Thursday — is still easy to find in stock at Apple Stores in the U.S., according to checks by a well-known analyst.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 30

'Next-generation' Apple Store opens in Memphis with custom 37-foot display

Apple this past weekend opened the doors to one of the first "next-generation" Apple Stores to land stateside, and AppleInsider has exclusive photos of the logo-less facade, custom wooden wall installations and massive 37-foot TV display — rumored to cost $1.5 million — that ties everything together.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 43

Apple hunting space for flagship Indian store & other first-wave outlets

Apple is already at work finding real estate for a flagship retail store in India, a move which has reportedly prompted Samsung to step up its retail game in the country as well.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

Apple gives DJI's new Phantom 4 drone prime retail shelf space in unprecedented partnership

Prominent, large displays at Apple retail stores have historically been reserved for Apple's own products. But that changed this week for the launch of DJI's new Phantom 4 drone, which has been given prime real estate at Apple Stores.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 5

Drone maker DJI's new Apple partnership inspired by customer crossover

The majority of people who buy a DJI product are already invested in the Apple ecosystem, and use Apple devices to control, shoot and edit aerial footage from DJI drones, making the new partnership between the two companies a natural fit.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 2

Apple's new 'Trade Up With Installments' program makes it easier to get a new iPhone

Apple is building on the success of its iPhone upgrade initiative with a new offering that will let anyone trade in an older iPhone, Android device, or Windows Phone handset for a new iPhone and spread the cost over two years.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 5

Apple plans new flagship store in central Stockholm — report

Scandinavian consumers could soon have a landmark Apple Store to call their own, as the company is reportedly preparing to begin construction on a new flagship location in the Swedish capital city of Stockholm.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 19

Apple Store at Grand Central closed until further notice due to power outage

A power outage at New York City's Grand Central Terminal has reportedly forced one of Apple's most heavily trafficked retail stores to be closed until further notice.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 14

Apple's biggest Florida store coming to Brickell City Centre in Miami

Apple's largest-ever Florida outlet will debut within Brickell City Centre, a new open-air shopping mall launching in Miami this fall, according to reports.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 2

Belkin's ScreenCare+ Application System for iPhone launches at US Apple Stores

Accessory maker Belkin has partnered with Apple to bring its ScreenCare+ Application System to the iPhone maker's retail stores in America, allowing customers to have a screen protector professionally installed.

Sam Oliver 10 years ago 7

Indian government ready to push through approval of local Apple Stores - report

The Indian government is said to be preparing to fast-track approval of the country's first Apple Stores, detouring normal rules about foreign ownership.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Apple to allow broken screens on trade-in iPhones, offer optional screen protector installations

Apple Stores will soon reportedly adopt two new measures related to the problem of cracked iPhone screens, including allowing some broken iPhones into its Reuse and Recycle trade-in program, and offering installation of purchased screen protectors.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

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