Apple imagines future Siri enhancements to find, control live television content

If Apple ever gets its long-rumored web television service for Apple TV off the ground, a newly-issued patent shows that users may depend on voice navigation to find, watch, and record shows and events.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 10

Amazon makes jump into self-published videos with Amazon Video Direct

Amazon on Tuesday revealed Amazon Video Direct, a self-publishing platform for uploading to Prime Video and generating income from plays, competing with the likes of Google's YouTube, but focusing more on professional content.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 2

Japan Display reports $294M net loss, hopes Apple will switch iPhone to OLED soon

Amid slowing sales from a stalling smartphone market, Apple supplier Japan Display is apparently hopeful that future iPhone models could use OLED display technology, helping to once again reignite sales growth.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 29

RBC, CIBC & other Canadian banks launch support for Apple Pay

Several Canadian banks launched support for Apple Pay on Tuesday, finally opening up the payment platform in the country beyond the limited number of American Express card holders.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 33

Apple announces WWDC 2016 scholarship winners

Apple on Monday began sending out notifications to lucky students and STEM organization members selected to receive a scholarship to this year's Worldwide Developers Conference, offering winners the chance to attend without paying the $1,599 ticket price.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 1

Foxconn nears deal to build iPhone manufacturing plant in India, report says

Apple supplier Foxconn is reportedly close to inking a deal with the Indian government to green-light plans to set up a manufacturing plant exclusively for Apple products.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 30

Steve Jobs tasked Apple to fix healthcare and Apple Watch is part of the answer

An interesting profile of Apple's overarching health initiative published Monday says Apple Watch, a device marketed to fashion-forward consumers, has roots in late Apple cofounder Steve Jobs' personal quest for better healthcare, a goal he wanted for all Apple customers.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 32

Apple's Tim Cook, Jony Ive among most influential people in automotive tech

Apple currently markets a single automotive product — CarPlay infotainment software — but rumors of a branded electric car put company executives Tim Cook and Jony Ive on a top 10 list ranking the most influential figures in automotive technology.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 27

US regulators probe Apple, Google, Verizon & others on security patches

A variety of wireless carriers and smartphone and tablet makers, including Apple, are reportedly being asked by U.S. regulators to explain how they review and push out security updates to their customers.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

Neil Patrick Harris shows off 'Hey Siri' in Apple's latest iPhone 6s ad

Actor Neil Patrick Harris has once again joined Apple to promote the iPhone 6s, this time in a new TV ad where the Oscar and Tony host dictates notes to his iPhone using its "Hey Siri" handsfree capabilities.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 15

After failed takeover talks with Apple, Imagination Technologies sells 3% stake to state-owned Chinese company

Tsinghua Unigroup International has purchased a 3 percent stake in Imagination Technologies, the company that builds graphics processors for Apple's custom A-series chips found in the iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 15

Microsoft embraces Apple's 3D Touch in OneDrive update

Users of Microsoft's OneDrive cloud storage service will now be able to browse more easily through their files — as long as they have an iPhone 6s — as the Redmond giant has taken a shine to Apple's 3D Touch.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 1

Spotify expands video into original programming, setting up battle with Apple Music

Music streaming service Spotify on Monday announced plans for 12 new original video series, in a move which could further intensify competition with second-place rival Apple Music.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Apple launches Red Cross donations via iTunes to help victims of Fort McMurray forest fires

People shopping on Apple's Canadian iTunes storefront can now donate to relief for victims of the forest fires in Fort McMurray, Alberta, which have burned for several days and forced the evacuation of over 100,000 people, destroying 20 percent of the homes in the area.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

New Drake album 'Views' hits 1M downloads in less than 5 days of Apple exclusivity

The latest album by Drake, Views, reportedly managed to top 1 million in sales within its first five days, despite being a one-week exclusive with iTunes and Apple Music.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

Apple Maps directions take to Regional Transit in Sacramento

Sacramentans and visitors to Sactown alike can now ride the rails — or the bus — with complete navigational confidence, as Apple has brought Sacramento Regional Transit integration to Apple Maps.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Rumored 'iPhone 7' design schematic shows size similar to iPhone 6s, bigger camera opening

The base model of Apple's anticipated "iPhone 7" will share the same width and height as the iPhone 6s, but use different camera technology, a design schematic published on Monday suggests.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 61

Watch: Apple's 2016 MacBook vs. 2015 13" MacBook Air in head-to-head comparison

Apple's latest 12-inch MacBook refresh brings better battery life and a faster processor to the ultraportable platform, but in some respects is outperformed by last year's 13-inch MacBook Air. Is the ultimate in portability worth concessions like a single USB-C port and slower CPU? Find out in AppleInsider's head-to-head comparison.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 36

iTunes 12.4 to reportedly include new sidebar, minor UI tweaks

Apple will implement a number of user interface changes to iTunes when version 12.4 sees release later this year, including modifications to user interface navigation designed to address complaints of software feature bloat.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 46

Apple seeks input from top podcasters as it weighs future of medium

In an attempt to address, and potentially assuage, long-standing concerns over podcast monetization, data and other perceived platform issues, Apple employees and top brass late last month met with leading podcast publishers at the company's Cupertino, Calif., headquarters.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 18

Killer Deals: Apple's 12 inch MacBooks for $964, 27" iMac HD for $1,299

Fire sales on 2015 12" MacBooks have opened the door for AI readers to combine existing coupons and grab a model for an all time low of $964 with no tax in 48 states and 3 free accessories. Or grab a Late 2013 27" iMac with HD display for $1,299 with no tax outside NY.

Christine McKee 10 years ago 0

This week on AI: Self-driving car facilities, AAPL takes a tumble, 'iPhone 7' rumors & more

Although the company's stock took a beating, Apple news generally resumed course this week with word on its electric car, plans for an Apple Music redesign, and rumors about the upcoming "iPhone 7" — perhaps even the "7s."

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Microsoft begins warning users it will cut free OneDrive storage to 5GB, matching Apple's iCloud

Microsoft is sending out email alerts to OneDrive customers, warning people with free 15-gigabyte accounts that their storage will shrink to 5 gigabytes on August 10, assuming they didn't previously opt into keeping the higher amount.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 48

iPhone sales surge 56% in India as Apple eats into Samsung's high-end share

With iPhone sales in India up 56 percent year over year, Apple is showing significant progress in the rapidly developing nation, where Chief Executive Tim Cook hopes to find continued success going forward, thanks to the country's massive young population.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 20

True Religion deploys Apple Watch to salespeople in NY & LA, plans up to 30 more stores

As part of a new initiative to enhance customer engagement, California-based clothing company True Religion has begun outfitting its retail store employees with the Apple Watch, including integration with iBeacons.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 18

Rumor: 'iPhone 7' may not ship with Apple's Smart Connector after all

Despite a number of leaks suggesting Apple's next-generation "iPhone 7" might feature a Smart Connector on the back side of its chassis, a new report claims that the company ultimately opted not to include the feature in its final design.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 34

Apple chief Tim Cook to speak at Startup Fest Europe on May 24

Apple CEO Tim Cook will be one of several speakers appearing later this month at Startup Fest Europe, an event in Amsterdam intended to spur the growh of startup businesses.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

Ping 2.0? Apple Music revamp rumored to downplay Connect social network feature

Apple's struggles with social networking continue, as its mostly-ignored artist Connect feature is said to be set for a "demotion" in the upcoming revamp of Apple Music in iOS 10.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 34

Apple Music & others help streaming become Warner Music's biggest revenue source

Streaming became Warner Music Group's biggest revenue source in the first quarter of 2016, driven largely by services like Spotify and Apple Music, the company revealed in its latest financial results.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 0

Apple's Tim Cook flying to meet Chinese officials later in May - report

Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly flying to Beijing later this month to meet with senior Chinese government officials — including, unusually, officials in charge of propaganda.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 14

Rumor: TSMC already finalizing 10nm 'A11' processor design for Apple's 'iPhone 7s'

Apple processor supplier TSMC is starting to tape out the design for an "A11" chip that could go into small-scale production as soon the second quarter of 2017, in preparation for that year's iPhones, a report said on Friday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 28

Apple begins offering half-price $4.99 Apple Music subscriptions for students

Starting today, students enrolled in an eligible college or university will today be able to subscribe to Apple Music at a discounted price, as Apple is offering half off the standard subscription rate for its streaming music service.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 19

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AppleInsider podcast talks 'Apple Pencil 2,' smart voice assistants, 'iPhone 7' and more

Victor Marks 10 years ago 0

Apple eyeing 800,000-square-foot property for autonomous car project, report says

Apple, Google parent company Alphabet and a number of established car makers are reportedly on the hunt for prime real estate in the San Francisco Bay Area to serve their respective autonomous vehicle projects, with Apple in particular said to be looking at an 800,000-square-foot plot.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 20

Apple hires former Google inventor with background in electric vehicle charging

Another recent Apple hire has been linked to the company's rumored "Project Titan" automotive initiative, as a report on Thursday uncovered a Google patent application for electric vehicle charging systems co-invented by current Apple employee Kurt Adelberger.

Jan Manon 10 years ago 21

New Immersion lawsuit adds Apple's iPhone 6s, MacBook to patent infringement row

Immersion Corporation, a leader in haptic feedback technology, expanded its legal battle against Apple on Thursday with a new patent infringement suit targeting technology built into iPhone 6s and various MacBook models.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 19

Tim Cook charity auction raises $515K for human rights

Apple CEO Tim Cook's latest charity auction closed on Thursday, with the winning bid raising$515,000 for the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice & Human Rights.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 10

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