Apple predicted to abandon Amazon Web Services for own data centers, analyst says

Morgan Stanley analyst Brian Nowak believes Apple is considering drawing down its reliance, or altogether dumping, Amazon Web Services in favor of an in-house solution, though the shift might take two years.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 41

Google surpasses Apple as world's most valuable company

After beating Wall Street expectations for the fourth quarter of 2015, Google umbrella company Alphabet usurped Apple as the most valuable company in the world on Monday in after hours trading.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 202

Apple's Swift language project gains continuous integration

Apple on Monday officially launched continuous integration for Swift, enabling checks on the project's health, and integrated testing within pull requests before any commits are made.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 15

Google taking Nexus smartphone program in more iPhone-like direction - report

Google is hoping to exert more control over its Nexus smartphone line, more closely following a business model set out by Apple and the iPhone, a report said on Monday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 41

FCC greenlights further testing of LTE-U by Verizon & Qualcomm

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has approved additional testing of a cellular technology called LTE-U, controversial because it can operate over the same bands as Wi-Fi routers.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

Apple's iPad Pro outsold Microsoft's entire Surface lineup over the holidays

Consumers have apparently taken a liking to the iPad Pro following its November release, as new data suggests that Apple moved nearly half a million more of the jumbo tablets alone than Microsoft did of its entire Surface lineup.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 62

Alleged 'iPad Air 3' schematic reaffirms Smart Connector, rear camera flash

Yet another schematic claiming to show off the design of Apple's anticipated "iPad Air 3" again includes a Smart Connector, rear camera LED flash, and four-speaker array.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 9

US & Europe miss deadline for new 'Safe Harbor' agreement on overseas data transfers

In spite of late-hour talks, U.S and European officials missed a deadline on Sunday to renegotiate a "Safe Harbor" agreement allowing companies like Apple and Google to shuttle data back and forth across the Atlantic.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Apple Music search stops working for many users

Apple Music's search feature was down for many subscribers on Monday, leaving much of the service impractical to use.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 18

Apple's 'Shot on iPhone' billboards return with iPhone 6s photos

Apple returned to the advertising well of its popular crowd-sourced "Shot on iPhone" campaign this weekend, with billboards going up on Sunday featuring still photos captured using stock iPhone 6s and 6s Plus hardware.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 24

Deals: 21" iMac HD for $999; $899 21" iMac closeout

The $999 price point for Apple's new 21" iMac with HD display is back, or you could grab one of last year's models for just $899 while supplies last. And if you're looking for a 21" iMac with 4K display, we have coupons for free Canon AIO AirPrint printers, or $70 off all BTO models.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Alleged 'iPad Air 3' case suggests Smart Connector coming to Apple's 9.7-inch tablet

Many of the features introduced in last year's iPad Pro, including the new Smart Connector magnetic port and four-speaker array, may be coming toon to the third-generation iPad Air, if third-party cases being manufactured in China are accurate.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 28

This week on AI: As Wall Street worries, Apple has 4" iPhone, iPad Air 3 & new MacBooks coming soon

Apple's planning to launch major new hardware earlier than usual this year, the latest rumors this week revealed. Plus, Apple's record setting quarter is overshadowed by a soft outlook, iTunes Radio goes pay-only, and exclusive details on the struggles of "Project Titan," Apple's electric car project.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 7

Apple correcting Siri "abortion" search issue uncovered in 2011

More than four years after the discovery of a purported Siri flaw that led users searching for abortion clinics to adoption agencies and fertility clinics, it seems Apple and its data providers are slowly working to correct the issue.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 63

App face-off: Apple iMessage vs. WhatsApp Messenger

When WhatsApp Messenger went free earlier this year it gave iOS device owners a viable solution to connect with friends and family who don't use Apple products, but the app comes with a few caveats.

Marty Edwards 10 years ago 45

Google launches dedicated AdWords app for iOS

Even as Apple's iAd prepares to sunset, Google has launched a long-awaited iOS app for AdWords — not just AdWords Express — giving people running campaigns through the service a more convenient way of monitoring and managing them.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

London mayor tried to convince Apple to sponsor 'Garden Bridge' project

London mayor Boris Johnson reportedly flew to San Francisco in February 2013 in hopes Apple would sponsor the city's "Garden Bridge," a proposed pedestrian walkway spanning the River Thames.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 24

Apple supplier Sony takes hit in December quarter on lower image sensor sales

Although PlayStation sales and cost-cutting measures helped Sony's operating profits rise 11 percent overall in the December quarter, it suffered setbacks in image sensor production, which could reflect lower orders from Apple for the iPhone.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 23

Rumor: Apple has 'hundreds of staff' working on virtual & augmented reality projects

Through a series of acquisitions, Apple has a considerably large staff dedicated to experimental virtual reality and augmented reality projects, some of whom are reportedly working on prototype headset configurations that could one day compete with the likes of Facebook's Oculus Rift.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 23

Deals: $200-$300 off 2015 MacBook Pros, $40-$50 off iPad mini 4

This week, Apple authorized resellers have marked down a selection of 16GB-128GB iPad mini 4s by $40 to $50. Meanwhile, big discounts are popping up here and there on individual 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pro configurations, like an instant $300 discount on the Early 2015 13" MacBook Pro (3.1GHz 8GB 1TB).

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Apple considering original TV shows to boost 'cable-like' streaming coming in Sept. - report

In continuing efforts to launch a streaming TV service, Apple is now trying to pitch studios and producers on investing in exclusive TV shows, according to a Friday report.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 74

Innovation still undecided on Sharp rescue plans as Foxconn raises bid, tries to allay job fears

In the bidding war for Sharp, Innovation Network Corp. has yet to decide on a possible rescue plan, even as rival Foxconn is raising its bid and promising not to cut Japanese jobs, a report said on Friday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 13

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Apple merges iTunes Radio channels into Apple Music, Beats 1 now lone free-to-stream service

As announced earlier this month, Apple on Friday discontinued free access to ad-supported iTunes Radio channels, folding the content into Apple Music as part of a broader push to grow adoption of its subscription service.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 26

Apple culture hinders recruitment and talent retention efforts, report says

A one-sided report on Thursday claims Apple's secretive, rigid culture, compounded by a failure to introduce ground-breaking products, is shifting sentiment in Silicon Valley, supposedly prompting developers and engineers to look elsewhere when applying for jobs.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 81

Apple could bring long-distance wireless charging to iPhone, iPad as soon as 2017

Apple is reportedly working on an advanced wireless iPhone and iPad charging technology capable of bridging longer distances than currently available hardware, with a potential launch targeted as early as next year.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 52

Apple's third Turkish retail store to open in 2016, report says

Plans are in motion to open a third Apple Store outlet in Turkey, which according to a Thursday report will be located in the upscale Emaar Square shopping mall currently under construction in Istanbul's Asian Side.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 1

Apple Pay support reported to arrive at Bank of America, Wells Fargo ATMs

Bank of America and Wells Fargo are reportedly working to bring Apple Pay compatibility to their respective ATM machines, meaning iPhone and Apple Watch owners might soon be able to complete transactions using provisioned debit cards.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 23

Sharp leaning towards Japan's Innovation over Foxconn in takeover bids - report

Weighing takeover bids from both Taiwan's Foxconn and Innovation Network Corp. — a fund backed by the Japanese government — Sharp management is currently leaning in the second direction, a report said on Thursday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

Apple acquires analytics startup LearnSprout to boost educational tech

Apple on Thursday confirmed the takeover of LearnSprout, a startup company specializing in educational analytics, particularly for tracking student performance.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

T-Mobile adds Amazon Video, other services to controversial Binge On program

T-Mobile on Thursday announced the addition of four new partners to its Binge On program for subscribers, including Amazon Video, Fox News, Univision Now, and the WWE Network.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 6

Oracle to phase out much-maligned Java browser plugin

Oracle will soon wind down support for the Java browser plugin, reflecting an evolution in Internet standards and ever-mounting concerns about Web security.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 28

Production already underway for Apple's new 4-inch 'iPhone 6c' - report

Apple has reportedly begun mass production of its new 4-inch handset, with the device slated for release this spring in a bid to kickstart sales in important emerging markets.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 70

Latest iOS 9.3 beta enables accessory firmware updates via iPad Pro Smart Connector

The second beta of iOS 9.3 allows iPad Pro owners to update the firmware on some accessories by way of the Smart Connector, AppleInsider can confirm.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 2

Bug or conscious change? Apple Pencil for iPad Pro gets gimped by iOS 9.3 betas

The first two beta releases of iOS 9.3 have severely limited the navigation capabilities of the Apple Pencil on iPad Pro. Whether this was an intentional readjustment of the accessory's functionality to make it less stylus-like, or simply a bug in pre-release software, remains to be seen.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 60

Apple recalls some AC adapters, world travel kits in parts of South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania

Apple on Thursday issued a recall for two-pronged AC wall plug adapters designed for Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Continental Europe, New Zealand and South Korea over a potential risk for electric shock.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

Questionable rumor claims 'iPad Air 3' will have 4K display, 4GB RAM

Apple's next 9.7-inch iPad — commonly referred to as the "iPad Air 3" — could sport features like a 4K display and 4 gigabytes of RAM while simultaneously offering better battery life, supply chain sources claimed on Thursday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 42

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