LaCie and Promise unveil speedy, massive Thunderbolt 3 RAID arrays at NAB

The annual National Association of Broadcasters Convention is usually a good place to find the latest in cutting edge storage solutions, designed to handle extremely demanding workflows like 6K video, and this year's event didn't disappoint with both LaCie and Promise introducing RAID solutions supporting Thunderbolt 3.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 10

Apple Pay goes live in Singapore with American Express integration, Visa coming soon

Apple on Monday added Singapore to a growing list of locales that offer support for Apple Pay, with customers in the region now able to conduct touchless transactions and in-app purchases thanks to American Express integration.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 16

Apple debuts redesigned developer resources mini-site focusing on App Store

In concert with Monday's WWDC 2016 announcement, Apple launched a revamped informational resources section on its developer portal, which includes articles, technical insight and real world examples designed to help new coders get their start on the App Store.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 0

Apple confirms WWDC 2016 kicks off on June 13, opens ticket registration

Hours after Siri leaked upcoming dates for Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, the company on Monday confirmed its 27th annual WWDC will indeed run from June 13 through June 17 in San Francisco. Developers can now register to take part in this year's ticket lottery.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 6

Apple courted top Hollywood talent at Sundance for Apple TV original programming effort

A report on Monday adds to ongoing rumors of Apple's behind-the-scenes push to produce original TV and movie content for Apple TV, saying the company met with top industry talent in private backroom meetings during this year's Sundance Film Festival.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 13

Apple confirms QuickTime for Windows at end of life

After an 11-year run, QuickTime for Windows is no more. Apple has confirmed it will no longer issue updates or patch security holes for the PC version of its multimedia software, meaning those who continue to use the software do so at their own risk .

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 23

Class action lawsuit attacks Tidal over 'Life of Pablo' exclusivity

A lawsuit launched Monday accuses Tidal — along with rapper Kanye West, and Jay Z's Carter Enterprises — of intentionally misleading people about West's album "The Life of Pablo," which was initially marketed as an exclusive on the streaming service.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 23

Apple brings Maps transit directions to Seattle

Apple on Monday quietly added public transit directions for Apple Maps users in Seattle, Wash., allowing them to navigate the city's various networks without a third-party app like Google Maps.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 6

Longtime Apple advisor, board member Bill Campbell dies at 75

Bill Campbell, a legendary figure in Silicon Valley and a major part of Apple's history, has succumbed to cancer and passed away on Monday at the age of 75.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 16

Apple's 2016 MacBook refresh inching closer as Best Buy discontinues 12" MacBook, Airs go on sale

The wheels seem to be in motion for Apple to begin updating its MacBook offerings during the second quarter of 2016, with resellers holding firesales on all 2015 MacBook Airs while Best Buy has halted sales of current-generation 12" MacBooks completely.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 25

Apple working to promote Apple Music with superstar 'family,' album-like approach

Apple's marketing strategy for its nascent music streaming service is inspired by the music industry itself, the company revealed on Monday alongside a new one-minute spot featuring pop sensation Taylor Swift.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 18

Apple salvaged 61 million pounds of recyclable materials in 2015

During its fiscal 2015, Apple managed to recover over 61 million pounds of reusable material out of the almost 90 million pounds in electronics it took in through its recycling programs, according to the company's most recent Environmental Responsibility Report.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Japan earthquake halts some iPhone camera production, but little disruption expected

An earthquake centered near Japan's Kyushu island has forced Apple supplier Sony to close its Kumamoto image sensor factory — which supplies components for use in the iPhone — indefinitely, but the company does not believe deliveries will be affected.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Amazon launches standalone Prime Video in US, relaunches monthly Prime subscriptions

Putting it into more direct competition with services like Netflix and Hulu, Amazon on Monday introduced standalone Prime Video subscriptions in the U.S., as well as a monthly option for full-scale Prime service.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 16

Apple runs secret car lab in Berlin with 15-20 employees, report says

Adding to rampant rumor and speculation surrounding Apple's "Project Titan" automotive initiative, a new report claims the company is operating a secret car lab out of Germany's capital city tasked with imagining, and realizing, vehicles of the future.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 7

Apple expected to ditch aluminum, release glass-backed iPhone with OLED display in 2017

Apple reportedly plans to shake up the materials used for the iPhone in 2017, abandoning the aluminum casing it has used for years and returning to the glass chassis championed with the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 120

iPhone SE vs. iPhone 6: How Apple's cheaper, more powerful phone shakes things up

Although they're still on sale, and potentially tempting, there's really no reason you should be buying an iPhone 6 or 6 Plus in early 2016 — even if you're not interested in the iPhone SE.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 14

This week on AI: Apple Watch 2 an 's' model, Apple Car roundtable, FBI unlock yields no rewards

Some focus returned to the second-generation Apple Watch and the Apple Car — two products shrouded in mystery — but the encryption debate continued to flourish, particularly with news that the FBI has yet to find useful information on the iPhone of dead San Bernardino shooter Syed Farook.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Apple's Jony Ive donates one-of-a-kind iPad Pro & accessories to charity auction

An auction in London is featuring a custom 12.9-inch iPad Pro and accompanying Smart Cover, Apple Pencil and holder as one of its lots, as donated by Apple SDO Jony Ive and his design team.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 17

Apple lauds own encryption efforts, says hackers are primary iPhone threat

Apple engineers jumped on a conference call with press outlets shortly following Friday's New York court filing to tout the company's encryption efforts, while at the same time making clear that those protocols are in place to protect against hackers, not government intrusion.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 15

Apple's iPad multitasking has 'profound impact' on live video viewing, MLB finds

A recent study by Major League Baseball found iPad multitasking introduced in Apple's iOS 9 release, including Split View and picture-in-picture video, contributed to an 86 percent jump in live streaming over the last year.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 1

Apple says FBI has failed to prove necessity in New York iPhone unlock case

Apple in a court filing Friday argued the FBI has "utterly failed" to prove necessity in its request for assistance in extracting data from a passcode-locked iPhone related to a New York drug case.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 4

Killer Mac Clearance: $999 MacBook Pros, $400-$900 off iMac HDs & iMac 5Ks, $1299 off Mac Pros

One Apple authorized reseller is blowing out their inventory of remaining 2013 and 2014 MacBooks, iMacs and Mac Pros, with the deepest discounts we've ever seen. There are only a few of each model, including $999 13" MacBook Pros, $1,499 15" MacBook Pros, $899 CTO MacBook Airs and $799 iMacs.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Facing 'sluggish sales,' Apple said to continue reduced iPhone production through June quarter

Apple has apparently signaled to its suppliers that it plans to maintain reduced output of the flagship iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus through the end of the June quarter, suggesting that year-over-year declines could continue, according to a new report.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 74

China eclipses Japan for second place in iOS App Store revenues

In the March quarter, revenues from the Chinese iOS App Store surpassed Japan for the first time — showing them on a course to eventually top the U.S, according to estimates published on Friday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

Rumor: Ultrathin MacBook update coming in second half of 2016, will feature redesigned hinge

Apple is allegedly planning to update its ultraportable MacBook with Retina display in the second half of 2016, featuring a new screen hing design made from metal injection molding, according to a new supply chain report.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 40

Apple Store logos go green, Apple's website promotes Liam the robot for Earth Day

A week before Earth Day, Apple has changed the leaf on its logo at retail stores to green, and also provided retail employees with green shirts. Apple's website is also prominently featuring "Liam," the robot that the company uses to quickly disassemble devices for recycling.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Apple begins promoting 'Live Tune-In' feature for fourth-generation Apple TV

Owners of the fourth-generation Apple TV were on Friday greeted with an updated "What's New" splash screen, promoting "Live Tune-In," a feature letting people jump straight into the live TV feeds of select apps.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

LG marketing depicts new MacBook-like Gram laptop running Apple's Final Cut & Logic [u]

Marketing images for LG's new 15.6-inch Gram laptop depict the computer as running Apple's Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X on OS X — even though the machine is based on Windows 10. [Updated]

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 22

Tesla recruits prominent Apple Store leader to run its LA County showrooms

The store leader of Apple's Third Street Promenade store in Santa Monica, Calif. is leaving to assume a more significant role at Tesla, taking charge of a host of showrooms in Los Angeles County, according to a tip received by AppleInsider.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

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Victor Marks 10 years ago 0

Apple's iTunes Movies, iBooks Store go dark in China 6 months after launch

Chinese consumers looking to buy a movie or e-book through Apple's iTunes services found themselves out of luck on Friday, as both stores went offline without explanation.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 11

Lowest Prices Ever: Apple's 13" MacBook Airs from $849 and 11" MacBook Airs from $749

The deepest discounts we've seen on current-generation 2015 MacBook Airs — including many rarely-discounted built-to-order (BTO) configurations — have just gone live. Shoppers can grab a 11" MacBook Air starting at $749 or a 13" MacBook Air from $849 until April 21st.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Apple Campus 2 reception building, food stations, more shown off in new renderings

A set of never before seen architectural renderings of Apple's massive Campus 2 project made their way to the Web on Thursday, showing off ancillary buildings like a reception center, food shacks and more.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Apple reportedly taps Samsung to supply 5.5" OLED iPhone panels in 2017

Riding on the back of rumors that Apple plans to make the switch to OLED display technology, a report on Thursday claims Samsung has won a three-year contract to supply the iPhone maker with 5.5-inch panels starting in 2017.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 25

Apple's website hints 'OS X' to be rebranded as 'MacOS'

Adding to the evidence that Apple is intending to change the name of OS X, the company on Thursday posted an updated webpage referring to the software as "MacOS" instead.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 32

Apple investigating major App Store search changes, mulling paid results, report says

A report Thursday claims Apple has a "secret team" working on major user-facing changes to App Store search results, including the possibility of charging developers to promote content.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 14

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