Why the iPhone SE will appeal to new smartphone users

Although long-time iPhone owners might wonder what the fuss is, Apple's iPhone SE is carefully calculated to attract people who may have never even owned a smartphone before.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 25

Apple's aggressively priced $399 iPhone SE viewed as a 'substantial' market opportunity

For the first time ever, Apple will be competing in the $400 smartphone range with its most affordable new iPhone model ever, and one Wall Street analysts believes that could net the company 17 million additional sales this year alone.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 42

Despite having the same A9X & M9 chips, only the 9.7" iPad Pro has always-on 'Hey Siri'

In a continuing curious omission, every device that runs Apple's M9 motion coprocessor features support for always-listening "Hey Siri" — except for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 41

YouTube for iOS gets Slide Over, Split View in time for Apple's new iPad Pro

Just ahead of the launch of Apple's 9.7-inch iPad Pro, Google on Tuesday released an updated YouTube app, implementing some long-awaited iOS 9 multitasking features for iPad owners.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Apple's 9.7" iPad Pro discovered to have 2GB of RAM, half that of 12.9" model

The A9X processor in Apple's 9.7-inch iPad Pro is not only slightly slower, but it also features half the RAM of the larger, more expensive 12.9-inch model, initial tests have revealed.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 52

MacBook stocks dwindle as rumor pegs new 13" & 15" models for second quarter 2016 launch

Low stocks of some current MacBooks models may indicate that Apple is preparing to refresh its laptops, and may also support a rumor that new 13- and 15-inch systems will ship by the end of the second quarter.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 21

Apple makes the move to embedded SIM card with 9.7" iPad Pro

The ritual of swapping SIM cards may soon be a relic of the past, as the new 9.7-inch iPad Pro ships with an important innovation: an Apple SIM embedded directly into the logic board.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 14

Apple admits to Imagination Technologies talks, declines takeover bid

Apple on Tuesday acknowledged having held discussions with British graphics processor design firm Imagination Technologies, but the iPhone maker has reportedly chosen not to attempt an acquisition — for now.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 7

12.9" iPad Pro remains Apple's fastest tablet, as 9.7" model's A9X chip is underclocked

Though the new 9.7-inch iPad Pro features the same A9X processor as its 12.9-inch variant, the two chips don't actually run at the same speed, resulting in slightly more horsepower for Apple's largest tablet.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 25

Why Apple's Night Shift in iOS 9.3 will help you get a better night's sleep

It's easy to dismiss Apple's new Night Shift mode — introduced in iOS 9.3 — as a gimmicky bolt-on, but it's actually a helpful feature rooted in years of sleep science.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

Apple's 'Liam' video sparks theories of new iPhone 6s-like model without camera bump

Apple fanatics are always digging, looking for clues about what could be next for the company, and many times seeing things where they don't exist. The latest conspiracy theory: Apple subtly showed off an iPhone 6s-like design without a protruding rear camera at its media event on Monday.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 51

Apple in talks to take over long-time graphics chip partner Imagination Technologies

Apple is negotiating to buy Imagination Technologies, the British firm responsible for the PowerVR graphics technology used in every Apple A-series chip since the original iPad and the iPhone 4, a report claimed on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 17

Podcast

AppleInsider podcast recaps Apple's 'Let Us Loop You In' event live from Cupertino

Victor Marks 10 years ago 1

Apple Pencil replacement tips now for sale in packs of four

Overshadowed by Monday's iPhone SE and iPad Pro product announcements, Apple quietly started taking orders for official Apple Pencil replacement tips, selling the product in packs of four for $19.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

Proposed Senate bill grants courts authority to force access to encrypted data

According to a report on Monday, U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee leaders are circulating a draft bill that would give federal courts liberal authority to compel tech company compliance with government requests for access to encrypted data.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 40

DOJ seeks to delay Apple encryption hearing, says it may be able to unlock iPhone after all [u]

In a last minute motion filed in the ongoing San Bernardino iPhone encryption case, the DOJ on Monday asked a federal court to vacate a hearing scheduled for Tuesday, saying an outside party has come forward with a potential unlock method that would negate the need for Apple's assistance.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 81

Apple's Classroom app goes live to bolster iPad in education

Following the release of iOS 9.3 on Monday, Apple pushed out its new Classroom app for teachers that promises to deliver a comprehensive toolset for deploying, managing and monitoring iPads in the classroom.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 5

Apple's Lightning to USB-C cable lets users plug iPhone, iPad into 12-inch MacBook

One of the less publicized Apple announcements on Monday was the introduction of a Lightning to USB-C cable, an accessory addressing a serious compatibility problem for 12-inch MacBook owners who also own an iOS device.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

Faster USB 3 charging & file transfers are exclusive to Apple's 12.9" iPad Pro

Apple's new USB 3 Lightning accessories offer faster file transfers and battery recharging abilities, but the only Apple device with a USB 3 Lightning port supporting those featuers remains the jumbo-sized 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 25

First look: New nylon and milanese bands bring color, style to Apple Watch

Apple added a few fresh accessories to the Apple Watch lineup at Monday's special event, including a comfortable woven nylon strap design, new leather and Sport Band colors and the previously rumored Space Black Milanese loop.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 15

First look: Apple offers premium power at budget pricing with new iPhone SE

Rather than letting the 4-inch iPhone form factor die a slow death, Apple gave it a shot in the arm on Monday with the debut of the new iPhone SE. AppleInsider was there for the product's unveiling, and offers a closer look at the newly refreshed lineup.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 58

tvOS 9.2 now available for Apple TV with features like folders, voice improvements & more

As promised, Apple on Monday released the finished tvOS 9.2 update, making a broad assortment of improvements to the fourth-generation Apple TV.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 17

First look: New 9.7-inch iPad Pro is Apple's most advanced tablet

Apple on Monday expanded its iPad Pro lineup with a 9.7-inch model with A9X SoC, Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard support, all-new True Tone screen features and more. AppleInsider was on the scene and offers a hands-on look at the new tablet.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 34

Apple releases watchOS 2.2 with support for pairing multiple Apple Watches to one iPhone

Users interested in adopting multiple styles of Apple Watch will appreciate Apple's new watchOS 2.2 update, which adds the ability to pair multiple Apple Watches with a single iPhone, along with other tweaks and improvements.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 11

Apple releases iOS 9.3 with Night Shift, secure Notes, fix for iMessage security hole

After seven beta releases, iOS 9.3 is now available to download by members of the public, bringing the new easy-on-the-eyes Night Shift mode, Touch ID integration with the Notes app, new iPhone 6s 3D Touch functions, and much more.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 35

Apple releases finished OS X 10.11.4 with Live Photos, Notes & iBooks improvements

Apple on Monday released the completed version of the OS X 10.11.4 update for El Capitan, introducing Live Photos support in Messages and AirDrop, and individually encrypted items in Notes.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Apple cuts iPad Air 2 to $399 in wake of 9.7-inch iPad Pro

In a bid to keep sales of the product moving, Apple on Monday slashed the price of the iPad Air 2 by $100, putting the cost of an entry-level 16-gigabyte Wi-Fi model at $399.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 13

Apple offers larger 256GB capacity for both 9.7" & 12.9" iPad Pros

For the first time ever, Apple's iPad lineup is now available in jumbo-sized storage capacities of 256 gigabytes, for both the 9.7-inch and 12.9-inch form factors.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 14

Apple announces 9.7" iPad Pro with Apple Pencil support, True Tone display, A9X CPU, starting at $599

Apple's flagship 9.7-inch tablet form factor received a major upgrade on Monday, gaining the magnetic Smart Connector, A9X processor and four-speaker array found on its larger 12.9-inch version, as well as compatibility with the Apple Pencil and a new True Tone display, all for $599.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 55

Apple announces 4" iPhone SE with A9 CPU, same design as iPhone 5s, starting at $399

Calling it the most powerful 4-inch phone ever, Apple on Monday officially announced the iPhone SE, a refresh for its smallest form factor, giving it the latest-generation 64-bit A9 processor and 12-megapixel iSight camera.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 101

Apple cuts entry price of Apple Watch to $299

Apple gave its wearable Apple Watch a permanent $50 price cut on Monday, with the 38-millimeter model now available starting at $299.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 31

Apple launches CareKit, a new framework for extended healthcare needs

Apple on Monday revealed that it is expanding its Health initiatives with a new tool called CareKit, which at launch will be used to help patients at home and on the go.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 1

Watch as Apple's 'Liam' iPhone-recycling robot tears down devices for the environment

At Apple's March 21 event on Monday, vice president of Environment, Policy and Social Initiatives Lisa Jackson took the stage to discuss the company's environmental initiatives, and debut its latest device: a robot designed in-house specifically to dismantle iPhone into useful materials.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 7

Apple launches woven nylon, new color options for Apple Watch bands [u]

During its Monday press event, Apple introduced a range of new band options for the Apple Watch, including a new material choice, woven nylon. [Updated]

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Live blog from Apple's 'Let us loop you in' media event

Apple is set to take the wraps off of both a new 4-inch iPhone and 9.7-inch iPad at a media presentation at its corporate headquarters. AppleInsider is there live with up-to-the-second news and exclusive analysis from the event.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 7

Apple hunting space for flagship Indian store & other first-wave outlets

Apple is already at work finding real estate for a flagship retail store in India, a move which has reportedly prompted Samsung to step up its retail game in the country as well.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

US Supreme Court to tackle money owed in Apple v. Samsung patent fight

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a Samsung appeal in the legal battle over how much it owes Apple for infringing iPhone patents, it was revealed on Monday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 35

Load More