Boston University patent suit over Apple's iPhone 5 could net $75M Apple's iPhone is at the center of another patent dispute, as the Trustees of Boston University have filed suit against the Cupertino company, alleging that not only the iPhone 5 but also the iPad and MacBook Air infringe on a BU professor's patent. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 53
iOS ad share continues to grow, accounts for almost two-thirds of market Apple's iOS mobile platform continues to make a strong showing in the mobile advertising space, accounting for almost two-thirds of ad impressions despite not having anything near that in terms of installed user base. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 42
Apple pushes out 2013-002 security update for OS X Lion Apple on Tuesday released security updates for the last two versions of its OS X operating system, 10.7 Lion and 10.8 Mountain Lion, recommending that all users download the updates. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 1
AT&T expands 4G LTE connectivity to 35 new markets AT&T-based iPhone 5 and LTE-enabled iPad users in 35 more markets will now be able to access higher data speeds on their devices, as the carrier announced that it was bringing its 4G LTE service online in a range of new places across the U.S. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 25
Apple partner Foxconn continues to diversify, now bidding for Taiwan 4G spectrum Foxconn is continuing to diversify its offerings beyond the iPhone and other Apple products, as the company has now submitted an application for a 4G high-speed mobile spectrum license. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 14
NPD: Apple's MacBook Air most popular thin-and-light notebook with 56 percent share of market Apple's MacBook Air is far and away the most popular notebook in its class, according to new data from NPD that shows the ultra portable holding more than half of the thin-and-light laptop market. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 30
New, slightly tweaked shelving design showing up in some Apple retail stores Apple may be on the verge of refreshing some elements of the shelving in its retail locations, as one northern California store shows a full-on redesign in the shelving for accessories and other products. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 0
Windows 8 install base surpasses Vista, still trails all Mac OS X installs Coming off of a relatively strong month, Microsoft's Windows 8 has surpassed the much-maligned — and six-year-old — Windows Vista inWeb usage, though slow uptake of the new system means that it still lags behind the total install base of Apple's OS X. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 74
Apple faces scrutiny again after paying no 2012 corporate taxes in UK Apple may once again come under the spotlight over taxes, as the iPhone maker's latest filings reveal that it paid no corporate taxes in the United Kingdom last year, despite having pulled in billions of dollars from its European operations. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 95
Apple holds 39% of US smartphone market, far ahead of Samsung's 23% Apple's iPhone increased its lead in the United States smartphone market through the end of May, inching toward a 40 percent share, while the other major competitors outside of Samsung lost share. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 126
Apple rumored to release iOS 7 beta 3 for iPhone, iPad on July 8 The next version of Apple's iOS 7 beta for iPhones and iPads might be pushed out to developers very soon, as a new report has Apple prepping to release the iOS 7 beta 3 in just over a week's time. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 22
Report: Google prepping Android smart watch and game console to counter Apple Google is rumored to be preparing the release of both an Android-based smart watch, as well as a dedicated game console, in moves meant to counter Apple's suspected entrance into wearable computers and gaming. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 68
Apple releases Canon driver updates, iPhoto, Aperture RAW compatibility expansions Apple on Thursday released two new software updates that bring improved printer Canon printer compatibility for OS X and increase the RAW compatibility for iPhoto '11 and Aperture 3. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 1
Japan's largest carrier sees no urgency to get Apple's iPhone Asked when his company might try to win back some customers by carrying Apple's iPhone, a representative of Japan's largest wireless service stayed noncommittal on the issue, saying that Apple's phone is no longer "the god of all smartphones." Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 104
TelefĂłnica looks to break iPhone and Android 'duopoly' with aggressive Windows Phone 8 push Unsatisfied with the current state of affairs in the mobile marketplace, one Spanish wireless carrier is looking to shake up what it calls an iOS and Android 'duopoly' by pushing Microsoft's Windows Phone 8 on its networks in Europe and some emerging markets. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 27
Looking to breathe life into Windows, Microsoft shows off 8.1 update with Start Menu Microsoft on Wednesday launched its latest effort to reverse the fortunes of its Windows platform, showing off a line of new devices and unveiling Windows 8.1, a new build designed to boost interest in the company's underperforming Windows 8. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 118
Square launches 'Market,' an e-commerce portal for local businesses Having already seen success by letting iPad and iPhone users process credit card payments on their devices, Square has rolled out Square Market, a new e-commerce portal that will bring it into competition with the likes of Amazon and eBay. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 2
Chinese accessory maker claims to have 'permanently cracked' Apple's Lightning authentication A Chinese accessory maker claims to have "permanently" cracked the Lightning authentication feature built into Apple's iOS 7 operating system, opening up the possibility for a wide range of manufacturers to make Lightning-compatible iPad and iPod accessories without Apple's approval. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 93
New photos of purported 'iPhone 5S' show possible Apple 'A7' chip Apple will likely release the successor to its iPhone 5 in the fall of this year, and new images have emerged suggesting that the device may pack a next-generation "A7" next-generation processor when it debuts. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 52
Apple lays out iOS in-app purchase settlement: full refunds and iTunes credits Apple appears to have finalized the details of its settlement agreement for a class action suit over in-app purchases on iPhones and iPads, with the Cupertino company offering millions of dollars in refunds and iTunes credits. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 28
Walmart drops iPhone 5 price to $129, 4S for $39 Walmart is now offering Apple's iPhone 5 at one of the lowest prices available, just $129, and the retail giant is also offering the iPhone 4S for under $40. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 57
Apple's iPad mini to finally reach Brazil on June 25 Some eight months after the debut of Apple's iPad mini in the United States, Brazilian Apple fans can get their hands on the diminutive tablet, as it has finally been announced for release in that country. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 11
Theatrical trailer for 'Jobs' movie starring Ashton Kutcher debuts The theatrical trailer for the Steve Jobs biopic, "Jobs," has been released, giving viewers a closer look at Ashton Kutcher in the title role, as well as a better sense of the span of the film. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 34
FAA rules to change, may allow iPad, e-reader use pre-flight Users of Apple's iPad and other mobile gadgets soon may not have to stow away their devices during takeoff and landing, as the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is set to relax the rules covering the use of such technology. Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 27
