Twitter close to hiring former Apple PR executive Natalie Kerris, report says

Twitter is on the verge of hiring Natalie Kerris — once a major communications executive with Apple — to take charge of its own communications unit, according to a report.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Facebook open to payments partnerships with Apple Pay, others

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday name dropped Apple Pay in a discussion about his company's willingness to partner with payments providers as a route to ad monetization, calling the fledgling service a segment innovator.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 3

Apple enables lower App Store price tiers in Canada, New Zealand

Apple on Wednesday announced two new App Store price tiers for iOS developers selling wares in Canada and New Zealand, enabling lower digital content costs for consumers and flexibility for app makers.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 10

Apple R&D, property investments reach all-time highs in Q1

In detailed earnings results for the first fiscal quarter of 2016, Apple said it spent more than $2.4 billion on research and development operations, while gross property and related expenditures grew to $51.3 billion.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 12

Apple CFO says 'fair' outcome in Irish tax investigation would be no money owed

On Wednesday Apple CFO Luca Maestri attacked an ongoing European Commission investigation into the company's tax deals with Ireland, claiming that a "fair" decision would find the iPhone maker owing nothing.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 65

Intel details new Skylake chips hinting at Apple's future 15" MacBook Pro specs

Intel has posted a new processor price list, including some Skylake-based units that could potentially make their way into a revamped 15-inch MacBook Pro from Apple.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 62

San Jose signs off on massive new Apple development, company's plans still nebulous

The San Jose city council has reportedly approved a development agreement allowing Apple to build up to 4.15 million square feet of space in the north of the city, even though the company itself hasn't yet decided what its interests are.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 13

Public beta testers get Apple's second build of OS X 10.11.4

The second pre-release beta of OS X 10.11.4, a forthcoming minor update for the El Capitan Mac operating system, is now available to test for members of Apple's public beta program.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 0

New quarterly data ranks iPhone high in China & US despite challenging conditions

iPhone loyalty is at its strongest point in the U.S. since 2012, and despite numerous obstacles in China, Apple has managed to reclaim a position as the bestselling smartphone brand in that region, according to a new December-quarter research report from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 13

Despite past failures, case makers place early bet on Apple 'iPhone 6c'

Being among the first to offer cases for a new iPhone is a multi-million dollar business opportunity that leaves manufacturers racing to prepare updated models based on rumors and hearsay — a move that can easily backfire.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 5

Wall Street adjusts Apple expectations after Tim Cook 'rips the Band-Aid off'

Though Apple had a respectable December quarter, the company's outlook for the following three months calls for iPhone sales to decline for the first time ever. Analysts on Wall Street responded by trimming their price targets, though most still believe investors should buy in.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 117

Deals: Apple Pencil in stock; $280 off iMac 5K (3.3GHz, 8GB, 2TB Fusion, M395) with AppleCare; $220 off loaded 12" MacBook

Apple Pencils are in stock, grab one while you can. Meanwhile, AI readers get a free AIO AirPrint printer, deals on AppleCare bundles and $110 off a Late 2015 27" iMac 5K configuration extremely popular with photographers. Or save $220 on a fully-loaded Space Gray 12" MacBook with no tax in 49 states.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

FCC to move on set-top box regulations, could open door for expanded Apple TV

The Federal Communications Commission will reportedly float a new initiative that would force cable and satellite providers to broaden support for third-party set-top boxes, paving the way for companies like Apple to build new experiences on top of traditional cable services.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 27

Mac, iOS versions of Safari crashing due to search suggestions feature [u]

A number of Mac and iOS users reported Safari crashing on Wednesday, in what appears to be a glitch related to the browser's search suggestions feature. [Updated]

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 32

Apple's 'iPhone 7 Plus' to sport dual-camera iSight array built on LinX imaging technology

Apple's next-generation, jumbo-size iPhone is expected to come in a dual-camera configuration — with optical image stabilization and zoom — achieved through technology procured from last year's LinX acquisition, according to well-connected KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 33

Munster: iPhone to return to growth in 2016 despite macroeconomic worries

Explaining Tuesday's earnings call, Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster said Apple's repeated allusions to macroeconomic headwinds might have "spooked" investors despite a better than expected guide on iPhone, but the analyst sees light at the end of the tunnel.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 40

Apple guides first-ever iPhone sales decline in Q2

During Apple's quarterly conference call for the first fiscal period of 2016, CEO Tim Cook said he expects year-over-year iPhone unit sales to decline in the current March quarter, the first downturn for iPhone since its launch in 2007.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 62

Apple's Tim Cook calls VR 'cool' and not a niche

Asked about the technology during a call on the company's Q1 results, Apple CEO Tim Cook called virtual reality "cool" and something with interesting applications, though he didn't tease any plans Apple might have.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 24

Apple reaches global install base of more than 1B active devices

Apple announced a major milestone as part of its quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, noting that more than 1 billion devices pinged its servers over the three-month period ending in December.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 31

ExxonMobil to accept Apple Pay at the pump through Speedpass+ [u]

During Apple's quarterly conference call for the first quarter of 2016, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced upcoming availability for Apple Pay at ExxonMobil gas stations through that company's Speedpass+ touchless payments system.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 19

Rising iPhone ASP in Q1 hints at healthy iPhone 6s sales

In first quarter financial results announced on Tuesday, Apple's average selling price (ASP) for the iPhone rose to $690.50, suggesting a fairly healthy demand for the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus which launched in September.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 15

Notes of interest from Apple's Q1 2016 conference call

Apple's biggest quarter ever was something of a mixed bag for the company — it sold more iPhones than ever, but the company also expects revenues to fall next quarter. Following the announcement of its first quarter of fiscal 2016 results, executives from the company participated in a conference call with analysts and the media, and notes of interest follow.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 41

Apple sees growth in China amid currency headwinds, contraction in US and Japan

Apple revenues exhibited regional growth in China over the first fiscal quarter of 2016, but currency headwinds clipped the company's wings, prompting the release of so-called "supplemental material" to explain what some might view as concerning trends.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 5

Apple sells 74.8M iPhones, rakes in $75.9B in revenue in company's biggest quarter ever

The 2015 holiday shopping season was the biggest quarter in Apple's history, with profits of $18.4 billion earned thanks to yet another record performance for the iPhone.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 135

Microsoft launches business-oriented News Pro aggregator for iPhone, Web

Microsoft on Tuesday introduced News Pro, a news aggregator for both iPhones and the Web that takes a different tack thanks to its dependence on Bing News, and a focus on business-related topics instead of general interests.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

iOS's News app to incorporate some subscription-only content - report

Apple will soon reportedly allow publishers to offer subscription-only articles through iOS's News app, gating some content behind paywalls normally reserved for separate apps or the Web.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 15

Fake Apple retail stores on the decline in China

As Apple has expanded its retail presence in China, the number of knockoff locations falsely parading as official Apple Stores has declined in the city of Shenzhen, a new report reveals.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

Wall Street expects $76.5B in revenue from Apple in record breaking holiday quarter

Apple this afternoon is expected to reveal that it just concluded its biggest quarter in the company's history, with Wall Street watchers projecting an average of $76.5 billion in revenue from the holiday period.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 63

Microsoft Windows Phone chief Joe Belfiore tweets from an Apple iPhone

In the midst of a monthslong leave of absence from his post as head of the company's operating systems group, longtime Microsoft executive Joe Belfiore on Tuesday tweeted from an iPhone, which made a lot of people very angry and has been widely regarded as a bad move.

Sam Oliver 10 years ago 42

Deals: B&H's Super Bowl big screen TV super sale; $50-$70 off Mac minis; $30 off iPad mini 4

In anticipation of next month's Super Bowl, B&H for the next few days is bringing back Black Friday pricing and bonus incentives (free Gift Cards, free WD Passport Drives, free Soundbars, free Tvs) on a huge selection of Samsung, Sony XBR, LG, and VIZIO big-screen TV sets — all with free shipping and no sales tax outside NY. Plus 13" MacBook Airs for $899 and Mac minis from $449.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 0

Rumor claims next-gen Apple Watch going into mass production in Q2

A questionable rumor on Tuesday indicated that the second-generation Apple Watch will go into mass production in the second quarter of 2016, with Quanta Computer remaining as the sole manufacturer.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 23

Apple's $59M Australian tax bill in the spotlight as international tax row continues

Apple Australia recorded a gross tax rate of slightly more than 1 percent in 2015, Australian government records indicate, focusing attention once again on the iPhone maker's international tax strategy.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 50

UK's Barclays may add long-delayed Apple Pay support in March

Barclays should, after a long wait, add support for Apple Pay sometime in mid- to late March, according to an email from one of the U.K. bank's top executives.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Apple invention uses spherically curved photosensor for smaller, better iPhone camera

In its quest for high-performing, flexible and — most importantly — small imaging systems, Apple on Tuesday was granted a patent for a spherical photosensor and lens array that provides high-resolution capture in an incredibly compact package.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 28

VirnetX seeks $532M from Apple in patent infringement retrial

Patent holding firm VirnetX argued in court on Monday that Apple should pay $532 million for allegedly infringing on intellectual property protecting secure communications, a sum nearly 45 percent higher than an initial damages award vacated last year.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 11

Twitter removes ads for MVPs in bid to drive engagement

Twitter is reducing the number of ads high-value users see in their feeds, or nixing them altogether, in a bid to keep the VIPs producing content, according to a Monday report.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 13

Microsoft's iOS keyboard to feature one-handed mode, coming soon to testers

One week after rumors surfaced claiming Microsoft has plans to bring its Word Flow mobile keyboard app to iOS, a report on Monday now says an early version is already in testing and will bring a special one-handed operating mode to Apple's devices upon release.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 13

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