Apple gives DJI's new Phantom 4 drone prime retail shelf space in unprecedented partnership

Prominent, large displays at Apple retail stores have historically been reserved for Apple's own products. But that changed this week for the launch of DJI's new Phantom 4 drone, which has been given prime real estate at Apple Stores.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 5

Waze for iOS gets 'planned drives' for upcoming commutes

The iOS version of Google's Waze navigation app has been updated with "planned drives," allowing drivers to schedule commutes up to several days ahead of time and accomodate for traffic.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

Rumor: Unlikely partial rear casing for 'iPhone 7' once again shown in leaked photo

Yet another photo supposedly smuggled out from the Chinese supply chain purports to show a portion of Apple's forthcoming "iPhone 7," this time focusing on the redesigned antenna bands along the device's rear.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 24

EU says Irish government hasn't handed over full data in Apple tax case

Ireland has yet to supply all the data asked for by the European Commission in its investigation of the country's tax deals with Apple, a spokesman for the organization said on Wednesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

ARM, TSMC partner on 7nm manufacturing process possibly destined for 2018 'iPhone 8'

Apple chip manufacturer TSMC is reportedly partnering with chip design firm ARM on a new, 7-nanometer FinFET manufacturing process, likely to be used in producing iPhone and iPad processors within the next few years.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 6

Former Google exec Vic Gundotra shows off Kardia Band, an ECG heart monitor for Apple Watch [u]

The Kardia Band — built by Google+ founding father Vic Gundotra's medical device startup AliveCor — is an Apple Watch band with an integrated ECG module that the company hopes will make it easier for heart patients to identify potential problems before it's too late [updated].

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 24

'iPhone SE' predicted to be a hit with Apple upgraders, selling up to 15M per year

While larger iPhones have driven sales among switchers, a new 4-inch iPhone is likely to drive upgrades among existing Apple users, to the tune of up to 15 million units per year, one analyst believes.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 28

Apple again rumored to goose iCloud security amid iPhone encryption flap

In a move sure to complicate the ongoing Apple vs. FBI court case, Apple is reportedly developing stronger iCloud encryption methods that would prevent even it from accessing and extracting user data protected by a passcode.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 43

Instagram to optimize user feeds, show posts out of chronological order

Photo sharing service Instagram on Tuesday announced plans to apply an optimization algorithm to user feeds that, much like the system used by parent company Facebook, reorders posts based on a variety of performance metrics.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 9

Apple says San Bernardino iPhone case is 'unprecedented,' cannot be decided in a vacuum

In Apple's final response before a scheduled court hearing next week regarding the San Bernardino iPhone encryption case, the company said the Department of Justice is making an unprecedented request that usurps due legal process, democratic policy and Constitutional rights.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 47

Man pleads guilty in celebrity iCloud hacking case, admits to phishing scheme

A Pennsylvania man on Tuesday was charged in the hacking of iCloud and Google cloud storage accounts belonging to more than 100 individuals — notably dozens of celebrities — and stealing personal, sometimes compromising pictures and video.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 32

Apple 'committed to Ireland' regardless of EU ruling on Irish tax deals, VP says

Apple is "committed to Ireland," whatever might happen in an European Commission investigation into Irish tax deals, the company's VP of European operations said to a European Parliament panel on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 6

Apple News to open to all publishers this week, get public reader metrics by mid-2016

Apple is opening the iOS 9 News app to all publishers this week, potentially greatly increasing the amount of content on the service, the company revealed on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Foxconn asks banks for compromises to make Sharp takeover deal work

Apple's biggest manufacturing partner, Foxconn, is angling for compromises from two key lenders before it goes ahead with its planned takeover of Sharp, a report said on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Rumor: Chinese spy shots show 'iPhone 7' with dual cameras, no home button

Photos of what purport to be Apple's forthcoming "iPhone 7" have bubbled up from sources in the People's Republic of China, though some aspects of the snaps cast a shade of doubt on their authenticity.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 56

Apple supplies 7th beta of OS X 10.11.4 with support for Live Photos in Messages

With less than a week to go before Apple's highly anticipated media presentation, Apple has provided developers and public testers with the seventh pre-release beta of OS X 10.11.4, a forthcoming update to El Capitan that will bring new features including encrypted Notes and support for Live Photos.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 4

Apple patents a new type of LiDAR system for 3D mapping

With Apple's aggressive expansion into geospatial data has come a new focus on research into foundational sensors and systems related to the field, including a newly granted patent that covers an in-house LiDAR device for more accurately capturing three-dimensional scenes.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 5

Deals: $100 off iPad Pros, $200 off 1.2GH 12" MacBooks, and $300-$440 off all 15" MacBook Pros with AppleCare

This week marks the lowest prices for iPad Pros we've ever seen, with models starting at just $686 from an authorized reseller. Meanwhile, grab an upgraded 1.2GHz 12" MacBook for just $1,399.00. Or save $300-$440 instantly on Apple's latest 15" MacBook Pros with AppleCare, plus a free printer, and no tax in most states.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Apple, Dubset Media sign deal enabling more mix/remix content on Apple Music

Apple has reportedly forged a deal with a distributor, Dubset Media Holdings, that will allow Apple Music to host more remixes, mashups, and full-length DJ mixes.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Rumor: Apple working on 'iPhone SE' promo that hints at 4K camera

Fresh rumors ahead of Apple's special spring event claim the company's next-gen 4-inch iPhone will integrate a high-definition iSight camera system capable of shooting 4K footage, putting the device on par with its bigger iPhone 6s series siblings.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 22

Justice Department asserts it could demand source code, signing key from Apple

In the confrontation over the iPhone of San Bernardino shooter Syed Farook, the U.S. Justice Department believes it could potentially demand that Apple hand over iOS source code and a signing key, according to a court filing.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 72

Adobe's Experience Design CC for Mac looks to simplify app, Web UX and prototyping

Developed under the name "Project Comet," Adobe on Monday announced an early release version of Experience Design (XD), a mobile app and webpage user experience and prototyping tool boasting a streamlined interface, hooks into Adobe's line of CC products and numerous preview options.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 14

Microsoft announces Xbox Live cross-network support, could portend Xbox One-Apple device multiplayer

Microsoft on Monday revealed a major shift in its console gaming strategy with the announcement of cross-network Xbox Live gameplay, and with seemingly open support for all comers, the feature could make its way to titles distributed through Apple's iOS, Mac and tvOS App Stores.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 10

Beats 1 radio DJ Zane Lowe discusses Apple, personal history in new interview

Zane Lowe, the high-profile DJ tapped to head up Apple's breakthrough Beats 1 radio station, in a recent interview discussed how his work at MTV and the BBC influenced Apple Music's streaming division.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Apple outlines News app ads, includes 'native ads' that display directly in content feeds

Apple is preparing to expand its content-aggregating News app to support advanced advertising assets, with some specifications allowing for so-called "native ads" that appear in users' feeds inline with regular articles.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 13

Take a stand against the Obama/FBI anti-encryption charm offensive

It has been frustrating to watch as the horrific San Bernardino terrorist killing spree has been used as a cover by the FBI to achieve the anti-encryption goals they've been working towards for years. Much of that frustration stems from the fact that the American media has so poorly reported the facts in this case.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 118

Apple releases seventh iOS 9.3 beta to developers and public beta testers

Continuing a weekly rollout of iOS 9.3 beta builds, Apple on Monday seeded the seventh version of its forthcoming mobile operating system with Night Shift mode, secure Notes and more to developers and public testers.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Photos depict dual-lens smartphone camera possibly intended for 'iPhone 7 Plus'

Photos emerged on Monday of a dual-lens smartphone camera, which could be destined for Apple's rumored "iPhone 7 Plus," expected to ship later this year.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 17

Apple, Google & others to face European Parliament hearing on tax deals

Apple, Google, IKEA, and McDonald's will together face a European Parliament hearing on Wednesday, called amid European Commission investigations into whether such multinationals were given preferential tax deals by some nations.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 13

New iPads are coming: Get up to $250 for your old iPad trade-in plus a 10% cash bonus this week

Thinking of purchasing one of the 2016 iPad models that Apple is rumored to be introducing next week? Then there's no better time than now to lock in a cash trade-in offer of up to $250 for your old iPad, plus you'll get an additional 10% cash bonus and up to 4 weeks to drop your device in the mail.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 3

What to expect from Apple's 'let us loop you in' event today

Today, Apple will hold a media presentation at its corporate headquarters to unveil its latest new products. Spoiler alert: You can expect a new 4-inch iPhone and 9.7-inch iPad.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 83

Florida sheriff vows to arrest Tim Cook if Apple won't comply with court orders

Apple's firm stance against decrypting iPhones in criminal investigations could land CEO Tim Cook in jail, if the sheriff in one rural Florida county has his way.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 131

Philips reveals new Hue smartbulb with shades of white, plus iOS app 'routines'

Philips on Monday announced a new version of its HomeKit-compatible Hue smartbulb — offering multiple shades of white light — along with a future iOS app update, which will enable "routines" for the company's lighting.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Video: John Oliver's 'Last Week Tonight' sides with Apple in encryption debate

On the most recent episode of Last Week Tonight, host John Oliver summarized the ongoing battle between Apple and the FBI over encryption, ultimately backing Apple's position on the matter.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 31

Justice Department considers wiretapping fight with WhatsApp amid Apple-FBI row

The U.S. government is at odds with yet another Silicon Valley firm thanks to encrypted communications, this time targeting Facebook-owned messaging superpower WhatsApp over federal wiretapping statutes.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 35

Obama's 'tone deaf' comments on encryption draw criticism at SXSW

President Barack Obama's recent comments on encryption and national security have drawn criticism from the highly connected audience of the South by Southwest festival, including one particularly prominent voice — Congressman Darrell Issa.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 44

New iPhone 7 case rumor depicts thinner body, nearly flush camera

Rumored case designs purportedly leaked from Apple supplier Catcher Technology suggest that the next major iPhone design will feature a streamlined rear case design with larger cutout accommodating a virtually flush rear camera lens.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 45

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