Microsoft's retail store chain flounders in stark contrast to busy Apple Stores

Nearly six years have passed since Microsoft began opening retail outlets patterned after Apple's blockbuster retail locations. However, the now 116 Microsoft Stores are still a pale imitation to Apple's own retail network of 460 locations, often featuring more employees than customers as the firm's products have failed to excite and attract buyers.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 108

City of Westminster gives go-ahead to revamp 'tired and outdated' Regent Street Apple Store

Apple's plans to renovate its Regent Street store in London have been given government approval, paving the way for the popular retail outlet's facade and "tired and outdated" interior to be overhauled in a big way.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

iPhone 6s launch day scenes from Apple Stores around the world

The iPhone 6s and 6s Plus rolled out to 12 regions around the world on Friday, and was greeted by large crowds at Apple Stores in cities like New York, Toronto, and Beijing.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 46

Australian shopper lines up for iPhone 6s with iPad-based telepresence robot

An Australian woman is using an iPad-equipped telepresence robot in Sydney to remotely secure her place in line for Apple's Friday launch of the highly anticipated iPhone 6s.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 18

Apple says iPhone 6s units will be available for walk-in purchases at stores this Friday

Both the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus will be available to purchase at Apple retail stores, carrier stores, and select authorized resellers starting this Friday, Apple has announced.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 15

Apple Watch to debut in Ireland, Austria & Denmark Sept. 25

International expansion of the Apple Watch continues, with a trio of countries — Ireland, Austria and Denmark — to gain access to the wearable this coming Friday, Sept. 25.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Brussels Apple Store offers glimpse at radical design changes

Apple's new store in Brussels, Belgium — officially opening Saturday — will sport a look and layout unlike any other location, suggesting trends for upcoming outlets.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 31

iPhone Upgrade Program expected to boost Apple's margins, force carriers to more aggressive pricing

The new official iPhone financing plan is seen by investment firm RBC Capital Markets as a benefit not only to Apple, but also to its customers, both of whom should gain leverage over wireless carriers.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 44

Apple to launch renovated on-campus Company Store on Saturday

Apple will reopen the Company Store at its Cupertino headquarters this Saturday, Sept. 19, after having finished an extensive series of renovations to the space.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

New iPhone Upgrade Program seen driving upgrades, giving Apple more control of customer relationship

Apple's new interest-free iPhone Upgrade Program is likely to make more customers buy a new handset every year, investment firm UBS believes, calling it a "smart move" that could make the iPhone more of an annuity business.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 55

If you buy AppleCare+, Apple's new iPhone Upgrade Program is a great deal

While it lacks the fanfare of new hardware or software, one of the biggest announcements from Apple this week was its competitive iPhone Upgrade Program. It's actually an interest-free way to pay off your new iPhone and AppleCare+ warranty over a two-year period, with the added option to upgrade your iPhone to the latest model every year.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 118

This week on AppleInsider: Cisco link-up, Sept. 9 rumors, Apple-made TV shows & more

News was jam-packed ahead of Sept. 9's press event with Apple announcing a Cisco enterprise partnership, and a flood of rumors emerging about things like video content deals, the fourth-generation Apple TV, and a 21.5-inch 4K iMac.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

Belgium's first Apple Store to open in Brussels on Toison d'Or on Sept. 19 [u]

Apple has reportedly confirmed plans to open its first Belgian store in the capital city of Brussels on Sept. 19, erecting a special construction barricade around a building on Avenue Toison d'Or. [updated]

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Documents reveal Apple's secretive next-generation retail store design [u]

Apple representatives gave local government officials in Tennessee a glimpse at the future of the Apple Store during a recent planning meeting, showing off a design that continues the architectural trends begun with Manhattan's Upper West Side store.

Sam Oliver 10 years ago 32

DJI's new iOS-compatible Phantom 3 drones land at Apple Store

DJI's latest generation of "prosumer" drones, the Phantom 3 series, marks the company's debut among the handpicked lineup of iOS-connected accessories available to buy direct from Apple.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 14

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