Apple App Store took 65% of the $112 billion spent on apps in 2020

Amid an acceleration in mobile adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic, the iOS App Store continued its domination of app revenue, setting a new annual record.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 9

Apple, TSMC rumored to be working on chips for a Tesla-like 'Apple Car'

Apple is reportedly working with supply chain partner TSMC on an autonomous vehicle chip for an "Apple Car" said to be similar to a Tesla.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 30

In-stock alert: $50 off Apple's M1 MacBook Air, units ready to ship

With extremely limited quantities available, shoppers will want to race over to Amazon to pick up Apple's new M1 MacBook Air with an 8-core GPU and 512GB SSD while units are on sale and in stock with delivery before Christmas.

Christine McKee 5 years ago 0

Goldman Sachs cautious about iPhone ASP, says longer lead times are due to COVID

Goldman Sachs is taking a more cautious view of iPhone revenue in 2021, citing a downward trending average selling price despite "solid" iPhone 12 unit demand so far.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 9

Tim Cook talks health, fitness, and the importance of national parks

Apple's CEO Tim Cook says Apple Park is like a national park, and its design encourages staff to keep fit — just as Apple hopes to assist with everyone with Apple Watch, and Apple Fitness+.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 1

'Strongest product cycle' in years leads Wedbush to hike AAPL target to $160

Investment bank Wedbush believes that the iPhone 12 lineup is Apple's strongest product cycle in years, and has raised its AAPL price target to $160 as a result.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 2

New EU legislation proposes 30% 'European content' minimum for Apple TV+, Netflix

In an attempt to level the playing field for European content creators, EU lawmakers are proposing legislation that would require streaming services like Apple TV+ and Netflix to feature 30% European content or face a European Union customer block.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 64

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with cloud gaming coming to iOS and iPadOS in spring 2021

Microsoft will expand its cloud gaming efforts to mobile Safari on the iPhone and iPad as promised, with an expected launch in spring 2021.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 0

NFL linebacker DeMarcus Ware worked with Apple developers to launch fitness app

After working with Apple's development team in 2019, Former NFL linebacker DeMarcus Ware is launching "Driven to Win," now available to download on the App Store.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 1

WhatsApp says Apple's new privacy nutrition labels are anticompetitive

Facebook-owned WhatsApp has criticized Apple for demanding privacy information that it does not have to disclose for its own apps — but as it turns out, Apple is in fact disclosing this information, the same as it requires from third parties.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 33

Apple launches bid to win Oscars for 'On the Rocks'

At the center of a new site aimed at awards judges, Apple TV+ is concentrating its efforts on getting Academy Award nominations for "On the Rocks" writer/director Sofia Coppola, plus actors Rashida Jones, and Bill Murray.

Stephen Silver 5 years ago 6

Apple Watch ECG algorithm updated in watchOS 7.2 beta

The latest beta of Apple Watch watchOS 7.2 has added a new version of Apple's ECG monitoring system's algorithm, seemingly the first revision since the original.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Blake Crouch's 'Dark Matter' novel adaptation coming to Apple TV+

Apple has reportedly made a deal to bring Blake Crouch's "Dark Matter" to Apple TV+, with the author said to be doing the adaptation.

Mike Wuerthele 5 years ago 5

Ex-Apple engineer reveals AirPods Max were planned four years ago

A former engineer who worked on the new AirPods Max has said that development started in 2016, just as the original AirPods were released.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 8

New Zealand COVID-19 Apple/Google contact tracing app launches Dec. 10

The New Zealand Ministry of Health is set to launch an official government app for coronavirus contact tracing, using the technology developed by Apple and Google.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Apple adding Fitness+ accessories to Apple Store

New yoga products have begun appearing on the online Apple Store ahead of the launch of Apple's Fitness+ service.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 3

Holiday Apple Pay promo nets savings at Foot Locker, Sunglass Hut, more

Apple's latest Apple Pay promotion offers users holiday savings at a variety of retailers, from Foot Locker and Lady Foot Locker to Bed Bath & Beyond and Ray-Ban.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 0

Apple Watch Family Setup to launch in Canada on Dec. 14

Apple on Tuesday announced upcoming support for Apple Watch Family Setup in Canada, a new feature that enables customers to buy and use the wearable without their own iPhone.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 3

Apple's AirPods Max likely lacks U1 Ultra Wideband chip

Contrary to rumors leading up to Tuesday's AirPods Max release, the high-end headphone does not appear to incorporate Apple's U1 Ultra Wideband chip for orientation awareness.

Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 37

Apple asks court to toss Epic Games lawsuit in Australia

Apple wants a "Fortnite" court case in Australia thrown out because Epic Games had promised to settle disputes exclusively in the U.S.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 12

Adaptation of Carol Burnett memoir reportedly coming to Apple TV+

An adaptation of comedy icon Carol Burnett's memoir helmed by writer and director Tara Miele may be headed to Apple TV+.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 1

How to use iOS apps on an Apple Silicon Mac, and how to extract them from your iPhone or iPad

It's true that you can install any iOS app on Apple Silicon Macs, but for the majority of them, it's much more involved than just launching the App Store. Here's exactly how to do it.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Elevation Lab launches GoStand for iPhone

Accessory maker Elevation Lab is out with a new adjustable stand for iPhone that it designed in tandem with Apple.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 0

Apple's AI and Siri chief John Giannandrea now overseeing Apple Car development

Apple has moved its Project Titan self-driving car division to fall under the leadership of artificial intelligence chief John Giannandrea, who also leads Apple's Siri and machine learning teams.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 17

Apple Glass may speed up AR by rendering only what's in the user's gaze

Analyzing what a user is looking at may help Apple Glass or an AR headset improve its performance in processing video, by using the gaze to prioritize elements of a camera feed for analysis.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 5

Amazon's latest iPad deal knocks $50 off 128GB 8th Gen model

Secure your spot in line today to save $50 on Apple's latest 10.2-inch iPad with a spacious 128GB capacity while it's $50 off at Amazon.

Christine McKee 5 years ago 0

Researchers discover 33 vulnerabilities affecting 'millions' of IoT, smart home devices

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a slew of vulnerabilities included in foundational, open source software used in "millions" of smart home and IoT devices.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 18

Fitness+ aims for portability and inclusivity, declares Apple's fitness chief

Apple's Fitness+ subscription service was a long time in development, says senior director of fitness technologies Jay Blahnik, with its creation intended to entrench the Apple Watch in the world of working out.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 1

Apple renews 'For all Mankind' for third season

Apple has ordered a third season of Apple TV+ alt-history space drama "For All Mankind" a few months ahead of the second season release.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 9

Apple issues release candidate betas for iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2

Apple is now on its fourth round of developer betas for most of its operating systems, with new release candidate builds of iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3, and watchOS 7.2 available for testing.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 1

Apple developing LiDAR mapping tech & touch sensitive contextual dashboard for Apple Car

Apple is continuing its development of technology that could end up in a potential Apple Car, including LiDAR barrier detection systems and touch-sensitive dashboards.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 0

Amtrak adds Apple Pay to website, mobile app

Apple Pay and other payment providers like Google Pay and PayPal are now options when checking out on Amtrak's website or when using the mobile app.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 2

Logitech releases HomeKit Secure Video-enabled smart doorbell

Logitech has announced a new smart video doorbell that is one of the few to take advantage of Apple's HomeKit Secure Video features including iCloud storage and facial recognition.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 9

AirPods Max delivery dates begin slipping, some into 2021

Shipping times for the recently announced AirPods Max are already starting to extend, with estimated delivery times for some models slipping well into 2021.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 21

Apple shows off AirPods Max in new ad spot and design video

Apple debuted two videos showing off the AirPods Max and detailing features like active noise cancellation (ANC), transparency mode, and Spatial Audio.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 4

AirPods Max AppleCare+ costs $59, battery replacement $79, ear cushions $69

Apple has revealed the servicing costs of the AirPods Max, with buyers of the new personal audio accessories expected to shell out $59 if they want cover with AppleCare+.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 4

Copy That app by OWC allows for easier iPhone, iPad data transfer to external media

Accessory maker OWC has launched a new app that makes copying photos and videos from an iPhone or iPad to external storage much easier.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 5

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