Apple to expand Indian development center, announce accelerator program for startups

Coinciding with Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook's first-ever visit to India, the iPhone maker will reportedly make a pair of key announcements for the emerging market, related to software development and local start-up companies.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 3

Previewing Apple's WWDC 2016: Big news for iOS 10, iPhone 7, new iPad Pro

Rumors of iPhone 7 have so far revolved around purportedly leaked schematics and part images, which only allude to obvious potential hardware changes (a dual lens camera, an iPad Pro-like Smart Connector and replacing the legacy headphone jack with Lightning). However, many of Apple's biggest iPhone leaps have been externally invisible, driven by software advances unlocking the power of advanced silicon hardware inside, many of which debuted at WWDC.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 71

Intel rumored to supply up to 50% of modems for Apple's 'iPhone 7'

Intel will reportedly supply up to half of the cellular modem chips being used in Apple's "iPhone 7" and "7 Plus," expected to ship in September.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 19

Suppliers gearing up to ship Apple's 'iPhone 7' by end of September

Like clockwork, Apple's well-established annual iPhone release cycle is on track once again, as a new report claims the company's suppliers are prepared to begin shipping the "iPhone 7" and "iPhone 7 Plus" by the end of the third quarter.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 16

Apple imagines citywide ground-based navigation infrastructure to augment, replace GPS

In a patent awarded to Apple on Tuesday, the company imagines entire cities outfitted with low-power wireless transmitters capable of sending pinpoint-accurate location data, as well as dynamic environmental alerts, to iPhones and in-car navigation systems.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 22

Fitbit's 'basic' devices dominate wearables market, Apple Watch sneaks into third

As the wearables market continues to evolve, new data shows a widening gap between basic and affordable fitness bands and more complex, do-it-all devices like Apple Watch — though the bulk of sales skew toward cheaper, simpler devices like Fitbit.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 28

Apple products subject of secretive Chinese cybersecurity audits, report says

A Chinese government committee is closely examining encryption and data storage technology products imported by foreign corporations, including Apple, in a bid to protect against national security threats, according to a report on Monday.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 16

Adobe adds automatic pattern generation tool to Capture CC for iOS

Adobe recently updated its Capture CC app for iOS with a new tool that transforms images or real-world objects into geometric and organic patterns, offering users an automated alternative to what was once a tedious manual workflow.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 1

Apple adds Chinese music, instruments, social media sharing in latest GarageBand update

In its latest play at the Chinese market, Apple on Monday released an updated version of GarageBand with a heavy focus on Chinese music, introducing new regional instruments, Chinese music loops and Chinese language localization, among other feature additions like social network sharing.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 11

Google Chrome to phase out Adobe Flash later this year

Google has revealed plans to switch from the venerable — but much maligned — Adobe Flash to HTML5 as the default method for delivering audio and video in its Chrome Web browser.

Michael Beshara 10 years ago 28

Upcoming Union Square Apple Store next to feature massive 37-foot display

Construction crews building out Apple's San Francisco flagship store at Union Square have much to do before a planned opening this weekend, but at least one key element is already in place: a custom built, 37-foot in-store TV display.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 6

First three Indian Apple Stores rumored to launch by end of 2017

Apple is working to introduce its first three retail stores in India within the next 18 months, setting up shop in Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai, a report said on Monday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

Apple prepares to launch Union Square store in San Francisco, shutter Stockton location

Marking a long-awaited transition, Apple on Monday announced that its new Union Square store in San Francisco will open on May 21 at 10 a.m. Pacific time, while the shop's predecessor will shut down the night before.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Resisting Apple Pay, Walmart pushes its own e-wallet to over 500 retail stores

Rather than accept Apple Pay, mega-retailer Walmart is instead pushing forward with its own mobile payment service, dubbed Walmart Pay, which has launched at its stores across Texas and Arkansas.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 47

Apple releases iTunes 12.4 with redesigned interface, fixes bugs in OS X 10.11.5

Alongside a slew of other platform updates, Apple on Monday released OS X 10.11.5 — a maintenance update for OS X El Capitan — and iTunes 12.4, with an improved interface and a solution for music libraries being silently deleted.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 32

Apple squashes bugs with tvOS 9.2.1, watchOS 2.2.1 updates

Before the next-generation operating systems for Apple Watch and Apple TV are unveiled at WWDC, there are bugs to be squashed in the current versions, which Apple accomplished with a pair of updates issued on Monday.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 8

Apple releases iOS 9.3.2, restoring Night Shift in Low Power Mode & fixing iPhone SE Bluetooth issues

Apple on Monday released an incremental update for iOS with one key addition: The ability to use Night Shift for a better night's sleep, while also using the battery saving Low Power Mode.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Apple's Tim Cook to meet with Indian PM Narendra Modi this week

After this week's short stop in China, Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly due to visit India later in the week, the highlight being a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

OLED iPhone with curved screen could appear in 2018, research forecasts

Apple will ship an OLED iPhone with a curved screen in 2018, as part of a ramp-up of the company's OLED use beyond the Apple Watch, according to a new research forecast.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 41

48 Hour Deals: Apple's Gold 12-inch MacBook for $899, 13" MacBook Air for $799

For the next 48 hours or until supplies run out, grab the lowest price ever offered on Apple's Early 2015 12" MacBook in Gold at $899 with free expedited shipping and no sales tax in 49 states ($400 off). Or grab a 13" MacBook Air for $799 ($200 off).

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Flush with Apple cash, Didi Chuxing planning US IPO as soon as 2017 - report

Hot on the heels of Apple's $1 billion investment, Chinese ridesharing service Didi Chuxing is hoping to launch an initial public offering in the U.S. stock market in 2017, a report said on Monday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Alleged 'iPhone 7' shell photos show relocated antenna bands, unexpected cutout

Photos published on Monday show what is purported to be a rear shell for Apple's upcoming "iPhone 7," largely matching recent schematics leaks except for one addition.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 47

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway buys $1B of Apple stock

Investor Warren Buffett has taken advantage of Apple's lowest share price in years, as new filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reveal Berkshire Hathaway now owns 9.81 million shares of the iPhone maker.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 67

Apple CEO Tim Cook & Didi Chuxing's president tour Beijing Apple Store

Apple CEO Tim Cook and the president of taxi/ridesharing service Didi Chuxing, Jean Liu, visited an Apple Store in Beijing on Monday morning, just days after Apple's confirmation of a $1 billion investment into Didi.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 17

Review: Moxiware Apple Pencil Magnet is simple, affordable and functional

Though the Apple Pencil is expertly designed to not roll away on a table, there's still not an ideal place to put it when it's not in use, especially when being used on your lap or while standing. Moxiware's new Apple Pencil Magnet aims to fix that with a simple and affordable accessory, though its aesthetics may not be for everyone.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 35

Apple's Didi investment is surprising but good use of massive $233B cash hoard, analyst says

Investment firm Piper Jaffray views Apple's Didi funding as a new direction for the company, providing long-term strategic positioning benefits in China's expanding automotive industry.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 26

Despite Q2 sales dip, Apple's Macs, iPad and iPhone continue to outperform the industry

Over the past quarter, reports from all over have been belaboring the idea that Apple is on the edge of crisis because its iPhone sales—which represent the majority of its business—declined year-over-year and because China—its brightest growth territory—similarly turned in disappointing sales numbers across the board.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 35

This week on AI: Apple puts $1B into Didi Chuxing, 'iPhone 7' and '7s' rumors, Apple Pay in Canada & more

The biggest news was clearly Apple's $1 billion investment into Didi Chuxing, but the rest of the week was chock full of stories, including plenty of rumors about future iPhones, and Apple Pay finally making its "real" Canadian debut.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 0

Study: Amid sea of disposable apps, health and fitness reigns supreme

Recent data gathered by Yahoo-owned firm Flurry Analytics illustrates a growing interest in health and fitness apps, a category that has skyrocketed in popularity over the past months to become some of the most used digital properties in terms of frequency and duration.

Andrew Orr 10 years ago 2

Appaloosa unloads all Apple shares as other hedge funds trim position

Another big investment fund is breaking up with Apple. According to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing, David Tepper's Appaloosa Management has reduced its position in the iPhone maker to zero, mirroring a recent move by high-profile investor Carl Icahn.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 49

Apple confirms reports of iTunes music deletion issue, 'safeguards' coming next week

Apple in a statement Friday said it is investigating reports of a supposed Apple Music compatibility bug that deletes local music files without user permission, adding that an updated version of the media management software is expected for release next week.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 39

As the sun sets on Microsoft's Sunrise, here are the best alternative calendar apps for iOS

Microsoft announced this week that by the end of August it will discontinue Sunrise, a popular calendar app it acquired. For existing Sunrise users, here are some of the best alternative third-party calendar apps, offering similar functionality and push notifications.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 14

Alpine debuts new 9-inch CarPlay display, Kia details Sportage and Optima upgrades

Aftermarket upgrade specialist Alpine on Friday launched a new, 9-inch dash display with support for Apple's CarPlay, while Korean automaker Kia further detailed plans to support CarPlay in the 2016 Optima and 2017 Sportage.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 11

Billion-dollar Didi deal seen as sign Apple's automotive interests go beyond just Maps

As rumors of an "Apple Car" continue to grow, the company's $1 billion investment in Chinese ride hailing company Didi Chuxing has further driven speculation that Apple's interest in the automotive market goes far beyond improving its Maps service.

Michael Beshara 10 years ago 19

Apple invites WWDC 2016 scholarship winners to June 12 orientation

People who won a scholarship to attend Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in June are now being invited to attend a special orientation session on the Sunday before the conference, June 12.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 0

Apple's iCloud Mail & Notes services hit by sudden outage [u]

Two iCloud services, Mail and Notes, suffered server-side problems on Friday morning, leaving some people unable to send or receive email, or create and sync any notes online. [Updated]

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 26

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AppleInsider podcast talks HGTV Smart Home 2016 and the latest 'iPhone 7' rumors

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