How to preorder iPhone X with Apple's battle-tested Apple Store app

Apple's iPhone X is by far the most hotly anticipated device of 2017. With all signs pointing to a quick sellout of initial stock, prospective buyers will have to go into Friday's preorder process with a game plan.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 42

Review: Logitech's Craft Advanced Keyboard increases productivity, but app support is limited

Priced at $200, Logitech's new Craft Advanced Keyboard with Creative Input Dial is a definitively premium keyboard, justifying its price with a touch-sensitive dial that can be set to control multiple functions within Mac apps. AppleInsider gives you the full rundown in our review.

Max Yuryev 8 years ago 1

First Look: Yale Assure Lock SL with iM1 HomeKit-compatible networking module

Long-time lock producer Yale has added HomeKit support to its Assure lock family in the form of the iM1 Network Module — and AppleInsider has the Assure Lock SL with the module on-hand.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 0

Apple and Cochlear partner on new hearing implant technology

Australia-based company Cochlear on Wednesday debuted its latest hearing implant sound processor, the Nucleus 7, which was developed in cooperation with Apple to connect with and integrate sound from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 6

Supposed watchOS 4.1 GM release notes tip music streaming, GymKit integration

Apple's watchOS 4.1 golden master release notes supposedly leaked out on Wednesday, with the update list confirming Apple Music and iCloud Music Library streaming will soon arrive on Apple Watch Series 3.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 6

Apple offers Walmart "everyday low cost" in IT savings. IBM estimates a deployment of 100,000 Macs [u]

As the world's largest retailer, Walmart is known for its "Everyday Low Prices" slogan. It's now in the planning stages of implementing 'employee choice' computing options for its associates in an effort to reap long term cost savings while enhancing the productivity of its employees.

Daniel Eran Dilger 8 years ago 38

How to fix problems with iOS 11 on your iPhone or iPad

For some, iOS 11 has proven to be problematic — but not for everyone, and not on every device. Here are a few things to try to (hopefully) clean up some issues before Apple issues a fix in software.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 25

Apple aims to debut TV slate in 2019, sans any HBO-style risque content

Apple is reportedly aiming to have a "small slate" of TV shows ready to debut in 2019, but with sanitized content devoid of the violence, profanity, and/or nudity allowed on networks like HBO and Showtime.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 62

Apple denies it reduced accuracy of Face ID to aid iPhone X production

In a statement, Apple has directly refuted claims that Face ID has been compromised by changes in how it certifies parts for the Face ID system.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 69

Microsoft kills Kinect just as Apple dives into facial recognition with iPhone X Face ID

With days until the launch of the iPhone X and its Face ID camera array, Microsoft's own motion sensing and facial recognition system for Xbox, dubbed Kinect, has been officially discontinued after a long period of languish. AppleInsider explains how Apple and Microsoft's separate facial recognition technologies — one failed, one upcoming — both share common roots.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 39

Apple hires Jay Hunt to serve as European creative director for original video

Apple has reportedly picked the former chief creative officer of Channel 4, Jay Hunt, as its new creative director for European video, further signalling that it intends to spend some of its $1 billion programming warchest overseas.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 9

Users continue to experience sluggishness, battery life problems in iOS 11 after multiple updates

Problems with battery life and instability proliferate on social media and Apple support forums after the launch of iOS 11, but have persisted through three sub-point updates, don't seem to have a common cause, or are easily rectifiable.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 85

Amazon's new home delivery camera doubles as an Apple HomeKit security competitor

Amazon on Wednesday announced the Cloud Cam, its first entry into HomeKit-style smarthome products. In parallel it revealed "Amazon Key," an option for Prime members that will let delivery drivers leave a package inside a home.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 34

Rumor: Apple dials back Face ID requirements to improve iPhone X production, still better than Touch ID

A new report claims that Apple has loosened up testing requirements for the Face ID sensor array to improve yields of both the dot projector and the lenses associated with the system — but given the timing of the iPhone X unveil and a white paper about the security of the feature, the technology is still 20 times less prone to false positive identification than Touch ID.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 39

Nintendo's "Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp" to land on iOS in November

Japanese gaming giant Nintendo on Tuesday announced an all-new "Animal Crossing" game is slated to release on iOS and Android in late November, bringing with it a condensed version of the franchise's popular elements.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 5

Apple homepage gets iPhone X makeover ahead of Friday preorders

Apple on Tuesday updated its homepage with dynamic graphics and links touting various iPhone X features, like the TrueDepth camera and Face ID, in an effort to advertise the handset ahead of a start to preorders this week.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 13

Honda's 2018 Gold Wing is first CarPlay-compatible motorcycle

Honda's Gold Wing has a reputation among motorcycle enthusiasts as a gadget-laden — read bloated — trailer on two wheels. For 2018, the company is looking to sharpen the edges while retaining many of the comfort-forward features for which the platform is known, which for 2018 includes Apple CarPlay compatibility.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 9

Apple iPhone X app switching mechanics shown off in short video

As the launch of iPhone X approaches, videos showing off Apple's new flagship smartphone are making their way to social networking sites. The latest offers a brief look at the revamped app switcher, a multitasking UI element that lets users cycle through full-screen apps.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 11

Apple acquires wireless charging specialist PowerbyProxi

Apple on Wednesday local time announced the purchase of PowerbyProxi, a small New Zealand-based firm specializing in wireless charging technologies based on the Qi wireless standard.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 56

Apple's rapid enterprise growth in Mac, iOS & Apple TV targeted by new Jamf Pro 10 release

Addressing 1,500 attendees at its Jamf Nation User Conference, Jamf CEO Dean Hager announced an October 31 general availability of Jamf Pro 10, the latest version of the company's enterprise device management suite for Macs, iOS devices and Apple TV.

Daniel Eran Dilger 8 years ago 16

Apple Music scores exclusive rights to Sam Smith documentary, to stream live concert on Nov. 3

Apple Music continues to rack up exclusive music-related video content, the latest being the short film "On the Record: Sam Smith — The Thrill of it All," set to debut on the streaming service on Nov. 3.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 0

First look: August Smart Lock Pro + Connect with Apple HomeKit [u]

August's top-of-the-line package, the $279 Smart Lock Pro + Connect, lets people control a door from anywhere with internet access — and with HomeKit support, becomes fairly easy to integrate with third-party accessories.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 8

Apple posts two video tutorials for Portrait Lighting on iPhone 8 Plus

Apple on Tuesday added two video tutorials to YouTube, guiding people through the Portrait Lighting mode on the iPhone 8 Plus.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 30

How to use and train Apple's Siri for Messages, Calendar, and iTunes Music on your iPhone

Between new users, and long-time iPhone owners just getting into Siri, there are a lot of people trying out Apple's voice recognition technology every day — and getting upset that it's not exactly like a Star Trek computer. Siri does need training to be as good as it can, and to assist in that endeavor, there are a series of phrases and query construction tips to get started with.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 24

iPhone X video shot at Apple HQ shows practical use of Apple Pay, Animoji [u]

A YouTube video shot inside the One Infinite Loop Apple headquarters Caffe Macs restaurant depicts the iPhone X "in the wild," being used to pay for a meal with Apple Pay, as well as other basic uses.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 24

Apple identifies automakers with wireless charging supporting iPhone 8 & 8 Plus

Apple has issued a new support document identifying which auto brands — and in some cases, specific vehicles — offer iPhone 8-compatible wireless chargers.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 32

How to customize Philips Hue Dimmer Switches to control any Apple HomeKit devices

A recent firmware update for the Philips Hue lighting lineup has given HomeKit compatibility to the company's affordable dimmer switches. That means you can now customize the switches to your liking, making them control a multitude of HomeKit accessories beyond Hue bulbs. AppleInsider shows you how to do it.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 8

Apple's Angela Ahrendts calls rumors of being Cook's successor 'fake news'

In denying rumors that she's lined up to replace Tim Cook whenever he exits as CEO, Apple's senior VP of retail — Angela Ahrendts — borrowed a phrase from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 52

Apple stores will have iPhone X launch units for walk-in customers — but arrive early

Apple on Tuesday revealed that it will have limited inventory of the iPhone X available for walk-in customers the day of its Nov. 3 release. However, the company added that prospective buyers are "encouraged to arrive early," as availability will be limited.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 9

Supply chain suggests Apple will only get half of the iPhone X deliveries it wants in 2017

New reports from unnamed supply chain sources claim that difficulty in production of the Face ID sensor suite has held up production of the iPhone X so much, that Apple is only going to get about 20 million units delivered before the end of 2017.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 11

Apple Pay goes live in Denmark, Finland, Sweden and United Arab Emirates

As promised earlier this year, Apple Pay on Tuesday expanded its international presence with activations in Denmark, Finland, Sweden and the United Arab Emirates, bringing the total number of countries supporting the service up to 20.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 1

BNZ flips switch on Apple Pay in New Zealand

The Bank of New Zealand on Tuesday local time activated Apple Pay integration for customers living in New Zealand, making it the second major financial institution to provide support for Apple's service in the region.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 5

Third man charged in celebrity iCloud, Gmail hacking investigation

An Illinois man was on Monday charged with a felony computer hacking offense for his role in a phishing scheme that targeted more than 550 Apple iCloud and Google Gmail accounts, some of which belonged to prominent Hollywood celebrities.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 20

FBI director says smartphone encryption hindering investigations 'across the board'

FBI Director Christopher Wray on Sunday revealed strong smartphone encryption has prohibited his agency from gleaning data from more than half of the devices it attempted to access in the past 11 months, hindering progress in a wide range of ongoing investigations.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 30

Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, announce iPhone X discounts ahead of launch

With just days to go before iPhone X preorders go live, three major U.S. carriers on Monday announced their respective discounts, deals and trade-in incentives for the device, some of which can save buyers up to $350.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 20

Apple opens up pre-approval for iPhone X buyers in iPhone Upgrade Program

People in Apple's annual iPhone Upgrade Program can now get their loans pre-approved ahead of this Friday's iPhone X preorders, a critical step if they want a chance at getting one of the few launch-day units likely to be available.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 18

Survey finds iPhone X & 8 purchase intent at highest level since Apple launched the iPhone 6

Amid concerns over the debut of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, a new survey finds that the trio of those phones plus the iPhone X is generating considerable buying buzz, with 69 percent of North American consumers planning to buy a new iPhone within the next 3 months.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 54

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