Apple updates iPhone with MicroCell files

A recent carrier update delivered to U.S. iPhone users through iTunes contains two small files for use with AT&T's future MicroCell signal-patching device.

Zach Spear 17 years ago 40

AT&T's 3G MicroCell to patch iPhone dead zones

iPhone 3G users stuck in an AT&T dead zone at home or at work will soon be able to plug in a device that provides a strong local signal for up to 10 phones and four simultaneous voice or data connections via a connection to broadband Internet.

Prince McLean 17 years ago 86

French appeals court upholds ruling against iPhone exclusivity

A French appeals court has thrown out France Telecom's attempt to restore its exclusive rights to the iPhone, upholding a December ruling handed down by competition regulators.

Zach Spear 17 years ago 47

Apple sued over 'broken promises' regarding 3G speeds

A new class-action lawsuit claims Apple knowingly profited from faulty iPhone 3Gs that couldn't stay connected to the faster 3G network, costing buyers inferior service and missed opportunities to use an alternative provider.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 47

iPhone 3G drives AT&T's quarter, outselling Storm four to one

While AT&T on Wednesday credited sales of 1.9 million iPhone 3Gs for helping to drive its fiscal fourth-quarter results, rival carrier Verizon won't tell how many BlackBerry Storms were sold in its first quarter on the market.

Zach Spear 17 years ago 53

Apple posts Macworld 2009 keynote stream

Apple has already posted a streaming version of company senior VP Phil Schiller's Macworld 2009 keynote speech, recapping the company's final presentation at the annual trade show.

Aidan Malley 17 years ago 18

Piper sees dull Macworld, new form factor iPhone by spring

With Apple chief executive Steve Jobs skipping out on this year's Macworld Expo, investment bank Piper Jaffray isn't holding high hopes for new product announcements outside a pair of refreshed Macs, but said in a report Tuesday that a redesigned iPhone should surface in the months that follow.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 36

Contract-free iPhones on sale in France for $1100

Following a recent ruling by local regulators, French consumers can now purchase an iPhone 3G without signing a service contract with Apple-sanctioned wireless carrier Orange, assuming they're willing to digest a considerable markup.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 45

Wal-Mart announces iPhone availability beginning Sunday

Wal-Mart on Friday formally announced plans to begin carrying the iPhone later this week but will not be selling the device at rock bottom prices as once rumored.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 40

Wal-Mart stores already advertising iPhone 3G availability

Adding a bit more confirmation to what is widely presumed, a few Wal-Malt stores have jumped the gun and are starting to advertise availability of Apple's iPhone 3G ahead of an official roll-out planned for later this month.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 43

Apple seen with new iMacs, Chinese iPhone soon into 2009

Even as it's besieged by a weak world economy, Apple is expected to bounce back with new iMacs at the start of 2009 and to launch the iPhone in China soon afterwards.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 34

Apple ordered to end exclusive iPhone deal with France's Orange

Apple must immediately cease its exclusive relationship with France Telecom's Orange and allow other local carriers to offer the iPhone to its subscribers, the French competition counsel ruled Wednesday.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 102

iPhone Dev Team to unlock iPhone 3G for New Years

Though its been a long time coming, a group of hackers known as the iPhone Dev Team have successfully created a software unlock for the iPhone 3G that should free owners to use the handset on carriers other than those sanctioned by Apple.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 42

AT&T now offering home activation for iPhones sold online

In an unexpected move Thursday, AT&T began accepting online orders for Apple's iPhone 3G, allowing customers to have the device shipped to their doorstep for activation within the comfort of their own homes.

Sam Oliver 17 years ago 38

Apple's Gift Card sales may understate iPhone shipments

Giving the gift of iPhone this holiday season requires that customers purchase a gift card from Apple rather than the handset itself, a process that may understate the company's December quarter shipments as a result.

Sam Oliver 17 years ago 13

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