Topic: iPhone
Samsung Galaxy S4 & Google Now accused of violating Apple patents for Siri
2013/22/05, 10:05 am
In its ongoing litigation against Samsung, Apple has added five new patents to its claims, targeting both the company's new flagship Galaxy S4 smartphone, as well as the Google Now service for Android.
AT&T to bring FaceTime over cellular to all customers by end of year
2013/20/05, 03:05 pm
AT&T has announced that all mobile video chat applications, including Apple's FaceTime, will work over its cellular network by the end of this year.
Apple debuts new iPhone discounts, subsidies to gain ground in India
2013/20/05, 02:05 pm
Apple is continually trying new methods to get its products into the hands of Indian consumers, and the Cupertino company recently rolled out a range of new offers to attract iPhone buyers in the world's second-most populous country.
Looking to pull even with Apple, Samsung to pay developers for Galaxy-specific apps
2013/20/05, 09:05 am
Apple rival Samsung is turning to third-party developers to help improve the standing of its smartphone lineup against the iPhone, offering $800,000 in prize money for Galaxy-specific apps.
10M Samsung flagship phones in 28 days a 'record,' 5M iPhone 5 in 3 days 'disappointing'
2013/17/05, 10:05 pm
Samsung earned industry praise for estimating that it expected to ship 10 million units of its flagship Galaxy S4 to carriers in its first month on the market, six months after the same journalists voiced disappointment that Apple had sold "only" 5 million iPhone 5's in its first 3 days.
Briefly: Virgin Mobile offers 15% discount on prepaid iPhone 4/4S
2013/16/05, 08:05 pm
In a web-only exclusive, U.S. prepaid cell carrier Virgin Mobile has discounted Apple's iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S by 15 percent, bringing prices down to as low as $280.
Intel chips could have powered first iPhone, CEO Otellini says
2013/16/05, 05:05 pm
As Paul Otellini relinquishes the reins of chipmaker Intel, the outgoing chief executive reveals in an in-depth profile that he ultimately passed on a contract to build the silicon which powered Apple's original iPhone, a regretful decision given the handset's wild success.
Multi-colored SIM trays allegedly for 'iPhone 5S' may signal more color options
2013/16/05, 12:05 pm
High-resolution photos of what may be components from Apple's next-generation iPhone have leaked to the Internet, with multi-colored SIM trays adding to rumors that the so-called "iPhone 5S" will be available in more than just black and white.
Apple's iPhone e-wallet concept suggests payment options based on context
2013/16/05, 10:05 am
An iPhone-driven e-wallet service from Apple could simplify checking out at the store by presenting users with options based on data such as their location, current balance, or applicable rewards cards.
New mophie juice pack plus boosts iPhone 5 power by 120%
2013/16/05, 09:05 am
Apple's iPhone 5 is getting another battery-boosting accessory from mophie, as the company announced the availability of the juice pack plus, which boosts the battery life of Apple's newest handset by 120 percent.
AT&T supposedly offering iPhone 5 for free with iPhone 4S trade-in, 2-year contract
2013/15/05, 10:05 pm
America's number two wireless telecom and Apple partner carrier AT&T recently started sending out promotional emails to certain iPhone 4S owners on its network, saying that they can take advantage of special trade-in pricing that effectively negates the upfront cost of a 16-gigabyte iPhone 5.
Verizon confirms $100 iPhone 5 for featurephone customers [u]
2013/15/05, 04:05 pm
Verizon has confirmed to AppleInsider that the carrier will indeed be offering the iPhone 5 for just $100, but only to select customers as a promotional effort to encourage smartphone adoption.
iPhone's popularity among Facebook staff may have aided in Home's lackluster launch
2013/15/05, 11:05 am
The launch of Facebook's Home layer on Android appears to have been a flop, with relatively low installation rates and even lower user ratings on Google Play thus far. Now, some observers are blaming an unlikely candidate: Apple's iPhone.
Apple iPhone suspected of interfering with airline equipment in 2011 incident
2013/15/05, 09:05 am
As the debate over use of portable electronics during takeoff and landing of commercial flights rages on, details of a 2011 incident suggest that an iPhone may have caused interference with the flight equipment on a regional airliner.
Study finds Apple's iPhone retains more value than top Galaxy models
2013/14/05, 08:05 pm
Investment bank Piper Jaffray on Tuesday announced the results in its new iPhone resale value index, finding that Apple's iPhone depreciates at a rate less than half that of corresponding Android devices from Samsung.
Server-side update makes Siri a stickler for succinctness
2013/14/05, 04:05 pm
Siri is already well known for her wit and willingness to joke, but a recent server-side update has given Apple's digital assistant the ability to tell users they should be more into the whole brevity thing.
Nokia reveals slim new Lumia handset with aluminum build
2013/14/05, 02:05 pm
Nokia on Tuesday revealed the next chapter in its comeback effort, showing off the Lumia 925: a Windows Phone that marks a shift by the company toward a new design aesthetic with lightweight components.
Apple adds Samsung's Galaxy S4 to patent infringement suit
2013/14/05, 11:05 am
In a court filing on Monday, Apple extended its ongoing litigation struggle with Samsung, adding the company's recently released Galaxy S4 to the list of devices Apple says infringe on its patented designs.
Apple fell to 18% share of smartphone sales in Q1, Gartner says
2013/14/05, 10:05 am
While Apple increased its iPhone sales year over year, its share of the global smartphone market shrank to 18.2 percent in the first quarter, according to data from Gartner.
Rumor: Apple to feature sapphire crystal touch home button on 'iPhone 5S'
2013/14/05, 08:05 am
The fingerprint sensing home button rumored to be on Apple's next iPhone will be a capacitive touch-sensitive button covered by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass, a new report claims.

