Apple no longer accepts money transfers in German online store

Apple in a recent change to international retail policy eliminated money transfers, otherwise known as prepayment, as a purchase option on its online store in Germany.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 17

Apple saw twice as many mobile device activations this holiday as Samsung, data shows

Apple's iPhone and iPad trounced the competition this holiday, giving the company a 44 percent share of all device activations — more than twice that of rival Samsung, new research suggests.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 34

NBC's cash-strapped 'Breaking News' app & social media feeds to shut down this week

NBC is pulling the plug on its Breaking News service that feeds the eponymous iOS app on Dec. 31, and is leaving 9.5 million followers on Twitter in the dark as well.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 34

Absent an Apple Siri alternative, Alexa hardware family tops Amazon holiday sales charts

Amazon has declared the holiday 2016 shopping season as "the best-ever season" for its voice-driven personal assistant Alexa, despite having problems keeping the sought-after devices in stock.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 79

Sylvania announces Bluetooth-connected Apple HomeKit lightbulbs that don't require a hub

Early next year, Sylvania will release a new multicolor HomeKit-enabled Bluetooth lightbulb, allowing users to control the lights in their home without the need for a separate hub.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 13

Sell your old device to BuyBackWorld and lock in a $20 cash bonus on Mac, iPad & iPhone trade-ins

Looking to put a little cash back into your wallet? If you received a new device for the holidays or simply have an old iPhone, iPad or MacBook that's collecting dust, now is the time to lock in a price with a $20 cash bonus at BuyBackWorld. All devices with a trade-in value of $200 or more qualify for the bonus with promo code — and you have 30 days in which to mail your trade.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Apple engineer briefly discusses early iPhone work, hardware development security

Ex-Apple engineer Terry Lambert responsible for a large portion of the OS X kernel took to Quora to answer a question about the genesis of the iPhone, and surrounding secrecy.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 28

New version of Carbon Copy Cloner fully Sierra compatible, backs up your Mac like it always has

The new version of long and storied app Carbon Copy Cloner adds full macOS Sierra support, plus implements features aimed to make using it easier and faster for everybody to use — AppleInsider delves into the latest version.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 41

Apple's first AI research paper focuses on computer vision

Apple last week published its first scholarly research paper, an article covering methods of improving recognition in computer vision systems, marking a new direction for the traditionally secretive company.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 16

Apple allegedly deepening partnership with Foxconn to facilitate China, Indonesia expansion efforts

Apple is turning to manufacturing partner Foxconn to facilitate efforts to expand both research centers and business further into Southeast Asia, and open up facilities in China and Indonesia, according to recent reports.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 20

App Store trends suggest top Christmas gifts: VR, drones, cameras, Amazon Echo

Apps for iPhone-connected accessories are among the most popular downloads and search terms following Christmas, offering some insight into the types of toys that proved to be popular gifts this holiday.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 16

Latest 4K drone footage of Apple's 'spaceship' Campus 2 shows interior auditorium work, significant landscaping

The latest drone footage of Apple's new headquarters under construction taken on Christmas day shows much of the heavy equipment gone, with the entire site's landscaping being developed on a larger scale than previously seen.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 20

ChronoSync 4.7.1 adds cloud services and smart scanning to automated back up app

New features make stand-alone backup app ChronoSync easier and quicker to use — AppleInsider sees if it can add to, or replace, Apple's Time Machine.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 4

Binge on video, read until your heart's content, and more with the best apps for your new iPad or iPhone

Not only can you work with it, but that new iPad of yours is going to be how you relax and how you stay informed — AppleInsider picks the apps that should've come in the box.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 3

Fill your new iPhone with some of the App Store's best 'buy once, play forever' indie games

With the holiday season here, you might find yourself with a little more free time than you're allotted during the rest of the year. AppleInsider has collected a list of some of the independent developer's games that we like that the App Store has to offer, in order to give you some unique gaming experiences on your iPhone and iPad.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 3

Make your new iPhone or iPad work harder with five of the best productivity apps

That new iPad or iPhone of yours can be the best productivity tool you've ever owned. AppleInsider picks the tools that everyone should have.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 22

This week on AI: AirPods reviewed, Nokia sues Apple, Touch Bar keyboards & more

Apple's long-delayed AirPods finally hit the scene this week to a mostly positive response, but the company probably could have stood some better news, as it faced down a barrage of Nokia lawsuits and formally appealed an EU tax ruling.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 0

Apple working with Consumer Reports on MacBook Pro battery findings, says Phil Schiller

After Consumer Reports refused to assign a recommend rating to any of Apple's three new MacBook Pro models, a first for the laptop line, Apple SVP of Worldwide Marketing Phil Schiller said the company is working with the publication to resolve the apparent battery issue.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 147

Apple seemingly removes Withings products from amid Nokia patent row

Apple on Friday pulled all Withings products from its virtual and brick-and-mortar stores amid an escalating patent kerfuffle with the accessory maker's parent company Nokia.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 15

No, Apple did not switch to USB-C on its new MacBook Pros to profit from dongle & adapter sales

Apple's full embrace of USB-C has led to numerous user complaints, many of which are legitimate. However, there's one common refrain that keeps cropping up: A conspiracy theory claiming Apple switched to USB-C in order to make gobs of cash from selling users new adapters, dongles and cables. There's just one problem with that narrative — it's complete nonsense. Here's why.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 126

Scrivener for iOS update delivers small but strong improvements

The latest solid version of Scrivener, recently refined with an update , shows the writing app has aged well through years of development on multiple platforms. AppleInsider puts it through its paces, and takes a look back at Ulysses too.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 8

Yield problems at TSMC could disrupt March launch for new iPads - report

Apple chip supplier TSMC is encountering lower-than-expected yield rates for its new 10-nanometer manufacturing process, something that could potentially delay the launch of new iPads in March, a report claimed on Friday.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 42

Spotify macOS client update adds Touch Bar, AirPods auto-pause support

Music streaming service Spotify has updated its macOS app, adding both Touch Bar support, and implementation of the auto-pause feature for Apple's wireless AirPods.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 2

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AppleInsider podcast reaches episode 100, answers your questions about the future of the Mac, more

Victor Marks 9 years ago 0

Uber says iPhone app's alleged 24/7 tracking really fault of iOS Maps extension

Uber says that the iOS Maps extension is to blame for its iPhone app appearing to track location days or weeks after a person's last ride, rather than any deliberate snooping on its part.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 17

Leaked documents show breadth of iPhone data accessible by Cellebrite forensic tool

Thanks to the recent encryption debate many smartphone owners are keenly aware of personal data stored on their iPhone, from contacts to calendar entries to photo metadata and more. Newly leaked documents relating to Israeli digital forensics firm Cellebrite demonstrate how much of that information is available to law enforcement agencies, at least when a device is left unencrypted.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 11

Winner of the AirPods giveaway announced [Kelly D.]

AppleInsider would like to congratulate the winner of our latest giveaway, Kelly D., who will receive a pair of Apple's brand-new AirPods.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

'Elf,' 'Christmas Vacation' top iTunes' top 5 best-selling holiday movies of all time

Just in time for Christmas, Apple on Thursday revealed the all time best-selling holiday movies on iTunes since the online storefront began selling films in 2008, with Will Ferrell's "Elf" taking the top spot.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 11

Apple debuts three videos promoting iBooks exclusive 'A Song of Ice and Fire' enhanced e-book

Apple on Thursday shared three promotional videos touting the new enhanced edition of "A Song of Ice and Fire," on which HBO's hit show "Game of Thrones" is based, which landed as an exclusive in the iBooks Store in September.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 10

MacBook Pro fails to earn Consumer Reports recommendation for first time

For the first time ever, Consumer Reports has denied Apple's MacBook Pro lineup — all three machines — of recommended ratings, saying battery life inconsistencies are too concerning to ignore.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 164

Apple Music execs Iovine & Jackson go on defense about Frank Ocean, Kanye West

Apple Music executives Jimmy Iovine and Larry Jackson adopted a defensive tone in parts of an interview published on Thursday, working to explain things like the fallout of a Frank Ocean deal, and why Kanye West's "The Life of Pablo" became a short-term Tidal exclusive.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10

Apple debuts new Apple Watch mini-ad focusing on waterproof chassis

Apple on Thursday shared a new short commercial highlighting the new Apple Watch Series 2, this time throwing a spotlight on the wearable's waterproof design.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 0

Nokia expands number of patent suits against Apple in escalating battle

Nokia on Thursday said it has increased the number of patent suits launched against Apple from 32 to 40, spread across 11 countries, including the U.S. and parts of Asia and Europe.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 15

'Pokemon Go' arrives on Apple Watch, after week of bogus reports

After erroneous reports over the weekend said that the Apple Watch implementation of "Pokémon Go" was cancelled, developer Niantic has started the roll-out process via an updated iOS app.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 6

If you're traveling with your iPhone this holiday, try these apps to smooth out the rough edges of your trip

If you travel a lot with your iPhone, there are a few apps that can make those arduous holiday journeys a bit easier, and AppleInsider delves into a few that we like.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 2

RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic brings first two PC games to iOS

Atari has released RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic, an iOS title merging features from the first two RollerCoaster Tycoon PC games, both of which were extremely popular in their original 1999 and 2002 incarnations.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6

Turkish authorities seeking Apple's help to unlock iPhone 4s found on assassin

Following the assassination of the Russian ambassador to Turkey, Apple has reportedly been asked to unlock the shooter's iPhone 4s recovered after the gunfight for more information regarding the man, and insight on his colleagues.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 36

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