Coach Apple Watch bands now available in stores starting at $125

Luxury fashion company Coach has released its awaited Apple Watch bands both online and in retail stores, coming in nine different possible combinations priced starting at $125.

David Silverberg 10 years ago 1

E3 2016: 'Little Lords of Twilight' tactical strategy game coming to iOS this fall

One of the stand-out Apple-compatible games spotted by AppleInsider at this year's Electronics Entertainment Expo was "Little Lords of Twilight," a free-to-play player-versus-player role-playing game coming to both iOS this fall, with a tvOS version also in the works.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Apple working to reduce excess inventory ahead of 'iPhone 7,' Brean Capital says

iPhone shipments in the coming quarters could be lower than Wall Street expects, as Apple works to reduce excess channel inventory ahead of the anticipated "iPhone 7" launch, in what could be the last painful quarter before over a year of growth, according to Brean Capital.

David Silverberg 10 years ago 5

Beijing patent ruling unlikely to hurt Apple in China, RBC & Piper Jaffray say

A new patent decision accusing Apple of copying the design of a Chinese-made smartphone will not have a negative effect on Apple's revenue or margins in China, two major investment firms said on Friday.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 14

Video: See how Apple Music in iOS 10 has been redesigned from the ground up

Music selection and discovery will get easier for 15 million paying Apple Music subscribers with this fall's launch of iOS 10. Here's a closer look at the big changes coming soon to iPhone and iPad.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 9

Chinese bureau finds Apple copying smartphone patents with iPhone 6 design

The design of Apple's iPhone 6 and 6 Plus is too similar to the 100C phone by Shenzhen Baili, and violates that company's patents, the Beijing Intellectual Property Office ruled on Friday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 53

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AppleInsider podcast talks to former Apple evangelist Matt Sephton, wraps up WWDC

Victor Marks 10 years ago 0

E3 2016: Octobo plush toy uses iPad for interactive storybook experience

Dubbed a "reactive" plush toy, Octobo is a soft, fuzzy octopus that turns into an interactive storybook controller with a little help from Apple's iPad.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 1

Apple updates TestFlight with support for new iOS 10, watchOS 3, tvOS betas

Apple on Thursday updated its TestFlight app testing platform to support software running in the latest beta environments, and rolled out new App Store optimization and analytics tools for developers accessible through iTunes Connect.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Politico uses Apple's Wallet to distribute breaking 'Brexit' news

Political publication Politico is testing out a highly unorthodox news delivery method that leverages Wallet passes to keep readers up to date on the latest poll results and news from Britain's vote to leave the European Union. And it seems to be working.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 8

E3 2016: Square Enix announces Deus Ex Go for iOS

At E3 this week Square Enix announced plans to bring hit stealth action franchise Deus Ex to iOS as part of its "Go" series of mobile games, and AppleInsider was on hand check out an early version running on iPad.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 6

Apple douses rumor of impending iMessage release for Android

Apple recently poured cold water on rumors claiming iMessage would see introduction on Google's Android platform, potentially at this week's Worldwide Developers Conference, saying the messaging service is worth more as an exclusive first-party feature.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 58

Inside iOS 10: New Photos app uses face, object & scene recognition to forge links

One of the main enhancements in the iOS 10 Photos app is face, object, and scene recognition powered by advanced machine learning technology and applied to improve photo search and automated image management features.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Facebook revamps Messenger for iOS with new tiered homescreen

Facebook began rolling out a new homescreen interface for its Messenger iOS app on Thursday, hot on the heels of Apple announcing iOS 10 Messages upgrades intended to compete.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Credit Suisse predicts Apple stock 'super cycle' on strength of all-glass 2017 iPhone

Analysts on Wall Street are increasingly expecting an incremental iPhone hardware update this year, which has led some to turn their sights to a rumored 2017 handset revamp in hopes of pushing Apple stock to new heights.

David Silverberg 10 years ago 11

Inside Sierra: How Apple Watch 'Auto Unlock' will let you jump straight into macOS

One of the most anticipated features of macOS Sierra may actually be one of the simplest: Auto Unlock, which stands to save some Mac and Apple Watch owners trouble if they regularly log in and out of their system.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 46

Video: See Apple Maps in iOS 10 in action, with recommended stops along route & saved parked car location

Apple Maps is far more intelligent in iOS 10, recommending possible stops along your current route, allowing plug-ins from third-party applications, and even remembering where you parked your car when you're away from home. AppleInsider offers a closer look at how the update will change how you navigate.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 32

iOS 10 beta offers 'dark mode' for Messages, may hint at broader adoption

The iOS 10 version of Messages appears to contain a hidden "dark mode" option, potentially backing up hints that such a feature will go system-wide, or at least come to other iOS apps beyond ones like iBooks.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 14

Apple's dual-layer LCD technology promises high-contrast, lifelike HDR images

Apple in a patent application published on Thursday details a method of reducing image artifacts in high dynamic range (HDR) dual-layer LCDs, technology that could theoretically boost a typical display's contrast ratio to 1,000,000 to 1.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 6

Apple to open first Macau Apple Store on June 25

Apple on Wednesday announced the first official Apple Store in the Macau Special Administrative Region of China will open on June 25, expanding the company's retail presence in Greater China to 41 stores.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 4

Winners of the Microduino mCookie giveaway announced [Jake B. and John L.]

AppleInsider would like to congratulate the winners of last week's giveaway, Jake B. and John L., who scored an mCookie Expert Kit and Advanced Kit respectively.

Christine McKee 10 years ago 0

Apple's Trent Reznor says YouTube built on stolen content, pushes Apple Music

Rockstar-cum-Apple executive Trent Reznor spoke out against YouTube this week, calling the free streaming platform "disingenuous" and a problem for musicians looking to earn a living, a problem solved by Apple Music's subscription sales model.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 31

Netflix adds long-demanded Picture in Picture support on iPad

Streaming video service Netflix has updated its iOS app with one of the most requested features for the platform, Picture in Picture mode on the iPad.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

Shipping delays continue to dog Apple's 4" iPhone SE

Two and a half months after the launch of the Apple iPhone SE, the company still hasn't caught up with demand — a somewhat surprising issue for Chief Executive Tim Cook, whose noted strengths are in logistics and operations.

David Silverberg 10 years ago 57

iOS 10 warns users when opening legacy apps not encoded in 64-bit

More than a year after Apple mandated that all new apps must be 64-bit compatible, iOS 10 will begin warning users that non-compliant legacy apps may affect the stability of their iPhone or iPad.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 23

Inside iOS 10: 3D Touch-enabled home screen widgets sidestep opening apps

When 3D Touch launched alongside iOS 9 and the iPhone 6s, part of the promise was quick shortcuts to some of the most used functions in apps. With iOS 10, people may sometimes be able to skip opening apps entirely.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Inside watchOS 3: Apple Watch gets improved glance-ability with new complications, watch faces

In refining the Apple Watch experience with watchOS 3, Apple is focused on making information and functionality as quickly accessible as possible. It accomplishes that in a number of key ways, including a variety of new watch faces and complications.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 9

Deals: $50-$100 off 2016 12-inch MacBooks; 38mm Apple Watch (Space Black Stainless) for $349; $200 off 2.8GHz Mac minis

This week, Apple authorized reseller B&H is slashing prices on 2016 12-inch MacBooks by $50-$100. Or snap up a 38mm Apple Watch in Space Black Stainless for $349. Mac minis are also on sale for $200 off with free shipping at Adorama.

Christine McKee 10 years ago 0

'Universal Clipboard' for macOS Sierra & iOS 10 streamlines copy/paste between devices

A useful addition to Continuity in both macOS Sierra and iOS 10 is the Universal Clipboard, making it easier to shuttle content back and forth between Macs and iOS devices without AirDrop or other workarounds.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 23

Rumor: 'Aggressive' plans for second-gen Apple Watch could ship 2M per month

A new report from the Far East claims that Apple and its suppliers are now gearing up to launch a second-generation Apple Watch, with orders for the new wearable device said to be higher than the supply chain expected.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 48

Video: See Apple's overhauled iOS 10 Messages with expressive text bubbles, animations & more

Perhaps the biggest overhaul in Apple's upcoming iOS 10 can be seen in the Messages app, which will add the ability to send drawings, change message bubbles, replace words with emoji, use stickers, integrate third-party apps, and much more.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 16

Apple SVPs Schiller and Federighi discuss Siri, Messages and more in Q&A session

Apple executives Phil Schiller and Craig Federighi on Tuesday took part in a casual interview to discuss the many software and services enhancements revealed at this week's Worldwide Developers Conference.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

Apple mandates App Store apps support ATS security protocol by 2017

In an announcement at a Worldwide Developers Conference session on Tuesday, Apple said apps submitted to its various App Stores will be required to use the App Transport Security standard by the end of 2016, a decision that underscores the company's dedication to customer privacy.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 9

Apple's iOS 10 makes iPad a 'Home Hub,' expands HomeKit appliance support

Apple is getting serious about HomeKit. Two years after introducing the automated home platform on iOS 8, the company this week announced new support for a host of connected appliances, as well as a forthcoming iOS 10 setting that turns iPad into a smart home hub.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

MacOS Sierra code hints at MacBook Pro touch bar, Touch ID integration

A number of system control files discovered in Apple's latest macOS Sierra reference options for a potentially customizable LED interface, adding fuel to recent rumors of an OLED touch bar-equipped MacBook Pro.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 22

Apple's Messages target of new Uniloc patent suit

Serial patent lawsuit filer and non-practicing entity Uniloc on Tuesday filed suit against Apple, claiming Messages app and iMessage backend service features infringe on multiple owned voice over IP patents.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 16

Apple invites deaf, blind advocate Haben Girma to address developers on accessibility at WWDC16

Speaking at a lunchtime conference that filled seats in the largest conference room at WWDC, accessibility advocate Haben Girma spoke to attendees about the value of designing products with disabled users in mind.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 1

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