Apple killing it in India: grabs first place with 66% of premium phone sales

Apple crushed Samsung in the emerging market for premium smartphones in India during October, taking a leading 66 percent share of sales. Samsung's second place accounted for 23 percent of sales from Galaxy S7 and similar phones, while Google—which has made the subcontinent a focus—took 10 percent of sales. Only 1 percent was attributed to other makers.

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 19

Amazon plans major crackdown on counterfeit sellers for 2017

Not long after related Apple efforts, Amazon is about to embark on eliminating counterfeit vendors from its online store — making it a major focus for 2017, a report said on Monday.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 14

First wave of Apple holiday email advertising hits, featuring musicians and music lovers

As part of its holiday promotions, Apple is advertising deals for musicians and music lovers, with similarly curated emails coming for other interests soon.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 4

Apple issues fourth developer betas of iOS 10.2, macOS Sierra 10.12.2, watchOS 3.1.1

Apple on Monday provided registered developers with new pre-release builds of three to test on three its four major platforms: iOS, macOS, and watchOS.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 15

Sling TV to start beta-testing cloud DVR functions in December

Starting sometime in December, Dish-owned Sling TV will begin beta-testing cloud DVR functions, closing an important gap with its main competitor in internet TV, Sony's PlayStation Vue.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 13

3-Hour Deal: Apple's 9.7-inch iPad Pro (128GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Rose Gold) for $629 ($200 off) with no tax outside NY

For the next few hours only, or until supplies run out, Apple authorized reseller B&H Photo is offering the lowest price we've ever seen on Apple's brand new 9.7" iPad Pro (128GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Rose Gold) at $629 with free shipping an no sales tax outside NY.

Katie Marsal 9 years ago 0

Latest Apple headquarters drone video depicts carbon fiber auditorium roof, solar installations

While a company move-in date has not yet been established, the latest drone flight footage from the construction site shows a near-complete solar installation on several structures including the main headquarters, and depicts the largest carbon fiber roof in the world on the auditorium.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 33

Workflow 1.6 for iOS adds features and redesign to win over casual users

Workflow's new 1.6 release continues the app's increasing list of capabilities and makes visual refinements to its most-used tools, and is aiming to attract people who are new to automation. AppleInsider examines the new version in detail.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 0

CNN buys Casey Neistat's Beme video-sharing app, plans major new business

CNN has reportedly acquired Beme, the video-sharing app co-founded by YouTube celebrity Casey Neistat — with plans to turn it into a much bigger project.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 8

New bezel-less 10.9-inch iPad said to be same thickness as iPad Air, iPad Pro to grow 0.3mm

New reports circulating about an iPad refresh in 2016 point to a 0.3mm thicker 12.9-inch iPad Pro, and bezel-less 10.9-inch iPad with the same thickness as last generation's 9.7-inch model, eschewing Apple's normal drive for thinner products as they evolve.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 16

Apple asks OLED suppliers to increase output in anticipation of curved 'iPhone 8' in 2017

Apple is said to be exploring more than 10 potential prototype models in anticipation of next year's 10th anniversary of the iPhone, with the company eyeing an OLED-display curved "iPhone 8" for launch in 2017.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 21

Indonesian minister details potential Jakarta Apple research and development center

Supplementing its efforts in Indonesia, Apple appears to be on the cusp of setting up a research and development center in Jakarta, with plans and locations said to be finalized before the end of 2017.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 3

Flash Deals: Apple's 12.9" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi for $650 ($349 off); 13" MacBook Air for $787 ($212 off); 27-inch iMac 5K for $1,499 ($300 off)

While supplies last this Cyber Week from eBay Deals, pick up a 13-inch MacBook Air (1.6GHz, 8GB, 128GB) for $786.99 or trade up to the high-end iMac 5K (3.3GHz/8GB/2TB FUS/M395) for $1,899.99 ($400 off) with free shipping and no tax in most states. Alternatively, you can grab an A+ quality Apple refurbished 256GB 12.9" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi Only) for $649.99 with free shipping and no tax outside FL.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

How to reopen tabs in Safari for iOS 10 and macOS Sierra

Whether you closed one by accident or simply remembered something else you wanted to look at, reopening a closed tab is an essential task in any modern Web browser. Here's how to do it in Safari for iOS 10 and macOS Sierra.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 4

In Stock: Save $50 on Apple's 15" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar plus no tax in 49 states

While they last, Apple authorized reseller B&H Photo has limited stock of Apple's new 15-inch MacBook Pro (2.6GHz 16GB 256GB Radeon 450) in both Space Gray and Silver, the latter of which is also marked down $50 to $2,349 — the lowest price we've seen for this configuration when in-stock and ready-to-ship.

Katie Marsal 9 years ago 0

Review: Master & Dynamic MW60 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

Master & Dynamic's top-of-the-line Bluetooth headphones deliver on style, build, and sound quality, but are almost certainly overkill — especially if you intend to take them outside.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 11

Review: Apple's 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar embraces the future, delivering it in a super light, portable, attractive and expensive package. But are users ready to embrace that future? And does the 13-inch model have enough horsepower and connectivity? Find out in AppleInsider's full review.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 80

2 Hour Deal: Apple's 9.7-inch iPad Pro (32GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Rose Gold) for $529 with no tax outside NY

For the next two hours only, or when supplies run out, Apple authorized reseller B&H Photo is offering the lowest price we've ever seen on Apple's brand new 9.7" iPad Pro (32GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Rose Gold) at $529 with free shipping an no sales tax outside NY.

Kasper Jade 9 years ago 0

B&H's Apple Black Friday: 9.7" iPad Pro for $529; 13" MacBook Pro for $1,149; 15 "MacBook Pro for $1,699; iMac for $999, iMac 5K for $1,599

Apple authorized power-reseller B&H Photo has just launched its Apple Black Friday sale, with 9.7" iPad Pros from $529, iPad Airs from $369, 12" MacBooks from $1,199, 13" MacBook Airs from $849, 13" MacBook Pros from $1,149, 15" MacBook Pros from $1,699, 21" iMacs Has from $999, 21" iMac 4Ks from $1,349, 27" iMac 5Ks from $1,599, and Mac minis from $429 — all with free shipping and no sales tax in 49 states.

Katie Marsal 9 years ago 0

Killer Deals: 38mm Apple Watch for $170, 42mm Apple Watch for $190 plus no tax outside NY

One more Apple Black Friday deal has just landed, offering a handful of first-gen Apple Watch models for under $200 with no tax outside NY, including 38mm Apple Watch Sport models for $169.95 and 42mm Apple Watch Sport models for $189.95. Additionally, save between $270 and $600 on the more premium stainless steel family of Apple Watches with prices starting at just $299.

Katie Marsal 9 years ago 0

How to make an iPhone speakerphone call using only Siri

One of the advantages of modern iPhones is the ability to go hands-free more often thanks to Siri — but something people may not know is that it's possible to go straight into speakerphone mode when voice dialing.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 11

Rumor: 10.5" iPad Pro with 'A10X' CPU to ship in first quarter of 2017

A fourth screen size is coming to Apple's iPad lineup in early 2017, supply chain rumors continue to reiterate, with the latest report claiming it will run a faster version of the A10 chip found in the iPhone 7.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 20

15-inch MacBook Pro mystery connector connects to special apparatus for emergency data transfer

Apple's tool for migrating data from a new 15-inch MacBook Pro's SSD soldered to the motherboard has been spotted, and utilizes the unused connector discovered in tear-downs of the hardware.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 43

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AppleInsider podcast talks 5K activity challenges, the end of AirPort, and the impact on the Mac

Victor Marks 9 years ago 1

Apple doles out gift cards for Black Friday sales event [u]

Marking Apple's return to Black Friday sales bonanza festivities, the company has chosen to dole out gift cards alongside eligible product purchases, offering customers in Australia Apple Gift Cards worth up to A$200.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 14

Last call! Lowest Price Ever: LG 34-inch 21:9 UltraWide IPS Monitor with Thunderbolt for $549.00 ($450 off)

While they last, AppleInsider readers can use an exclusive coupon to grab the lowest price ever on LG's 34-inch 21:9 UltraWide IPS Monitor with Thunderbolt (model 34UM95-P) from B&H Photo at $549.00 with no sales tax when shipped outside NY.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Apple Black Friday Roundup: Find the best deals & lowest prices on iPhone, MacBook, iPad, iMac and Apple Watch

While Apple is expected to offer some form of Black Friday promotion later this week, the company's top authorized resellers — which have historically offered much better deals — have already launched their Black Friday sales. Here's everything you need to know.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

LG's UltraFine 5K Display gets unboxing treatment in new video

LG's 27-inch UltraFine 5K Display, developed in partnership with Apple to complement the new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, received a traditional unboxing on Wednesday ahead of expected public availability in December.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 25

Verizon offers 'free' iPhone 7 with trade-in as part of Black Friday deals

Looking to match T-Mobile, Verizon on Wednesday announced its own Black Friday deals, including a nearly identical trade-in offer letting people get a "free" iPhone 7 or 7 Plus.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 5

Hermes to launch new exclusive Apple Watch band on Nov. 24

Hermes will be launching a new Apple Watch band on Nov. 24, available only from the fashion brand's boutiques, a report said on Wednesday.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 15

Apple, TSMC reportedly ramping up 10nm chip mass production for use in future iPhones

Reports from China suggest that the major chip fabricators are all readying mass production of 10nm process processors, including Apple's manufacturing partner TSMC for multiple companies.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 9

Man recovers working iPhone 4 from bottom of Pennsylvania lake

Thanks to an unusual set of circumstances, a Pennsylvania man is reportedly having a lost iPhone 4 returned to him in working condition, despite losing it at the bottom of a lake in March 2015.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 21

Twitter plans crackdown on developers & organizations exploiting data for surveillance

Over the next several months, Twitter will embark on a crackdown on developers building surveillance tools to track protesters and activists, the company said this week in announcement.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 4

Samsung races to match Apple's iPhone 7 with new glossy black Galaxy S7

As it did with gold and rose gold handsets before, Samsung is said to be preparing to launch a glossy black version of the Galaxy S7, mimicking the Jet Black color available for Apple's iPhone 7.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 45

2017 4.7" LCD 'iPhone 7s' predicted to become Apple's new mid-range affordable handset

With Apple expected to launch three new iPhone models next year, a new report suggests the company could slash prices on the 4.7- and 5.5-inch models with legacy LCD technology, allowing them to appeal to a new segment of consumers.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 9

President-elect Trump considers potential Apple manufacturing in US a 'real achievement'

President-elect Donald Trump's full transcript of his interview with the New York Times has been published, and some details about his conversation with Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook involving U.S. manufacturing have emerged.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 133

All 2017 iPhones expected to feature wireless charging and glass casing

Recent rumors indicate Apple will employ a substantially glass chassis for its next-generation iPhone lineup, with most pundits chalking up the material change to aesthetics. New information from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, however, suggests Apple is turning to a glass sandwich design to better facilitate wireless charging.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 42

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