Microsoft joins Apple in FRAND patent fight against Motorola Microsoft has joined Apple in filing an antitrust suit against Motorola Mobility in the European Union for allegedly abusing its standard-essential patents. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 59
Apple's 'iPad 3' rumored to have Siri, dual-core A5X chip, 1080p camera A new report offers a picture claimed to be the front glass panel for Apple's next iPad, and also claims the third-generation device will feature Siri voice control, a dual-core "A5X" processor, and a 1080p camera with image stabilization. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 111
Apple's sixth-gen iPhone expected to debut in September or October of 2012 Apple's sixth-generation iPhone will debut about a year after the launch of the iPhone 4S, maintaining a fall introduction, according to a new report. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 64
Apple looking to improve water sensors for detecting iPhone damage Apple has shown interest in detecting water damage on portable devices like an iPhone or iPad through circuitry rather than the current color-coded liquid contact indicators found on existing devices. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 24
LED maker reportedly tapped to supply chips for Apple television Apple is said to have selected a key component supplier for its rumored television set, with LED chipmaker Genesis Photonics expected to enter the supply chain. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 39
Game Center for Mountain Lion to offer cross-platform play between Mac, iOS With the addition of Game Center to OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac users will be able to play online competitively and cooperatively against gamers who have the same title for iOS. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 14
Apple bringing Macs to the living room with AirPlay for Mountain Lion Apple plans to break down the barriers between the Mac and HDTVs with its forthcoming OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion operating system update, which will bring the AirPlay Mirroring feature currently found on iOS to the Mac. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 73
Apple became world's largest smartphone seller in 2011 with 19% share Apple was not only the largest seller of smartphones worldwide in 2011, taking 19 percent of all sales, but also overtook LG to become the No. 3 largest global mobile phone vendor, according to Gartner. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 40
With new iPad & Macs coming, $500 milestone seen as just the start for Apple stock Apple's stock crossed the $500 mark for the first time ever this week, but a new analysis sees that threshold as just the beginning, with new iPad and Mac models on the horizon that could help push the price toward $630. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 51
Apple's latest patent suit against Samsung seen as its strongest case yet The newest patent infringement suit filed against Samsung last week represents Apple's strongest case yet against the rival smartphone maker, according to a new analysis. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 144
Three alleged 'iPad 3' parts assembled, including possible Retina Display Three parts claimed to be from Apple's forthcoming third-generation iPad have been assembled to confirm that they do, in fact, properly connect to one another. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 38
Apple lodges new suit against Samsung over autocorrect, screen unlock Apple this week filed a new lawsuit in the U.S. against rival Samsung, with the latest complaint related to autocorrection of spelling, as well as unlocking a device from its touchscreen. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 57
2%-3% dividend suggested as best use of Apple's $100B in cash The best use of Apple's nearly $100 billion in cash and investments would be to issue shareholders a dividend yield of between 2 percent and 3 percent, a new analysis argues. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 226
Apple now worth more than Google and Microsoft combined [u] First on AI: Apple's stock soared to new heights on Thursday, pushing the company's market capitalization to $456 billion, a number that is greater than the values of rivals Google and Microsoft combined. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 190
Apple exploring 3D frame-of-reference iOS interface based on eye, light location Apple has shown interest in creating a unique user interface for iOS, allowing new features like dynamic shadows based on the angle of light hitting an iPhone screen. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 19
Pictured Sharp LCD panel claimed to be Retina Display for Apple's 'iPad 3' Another leaked component photo shows an LCD panel manufactured by Sharp that is claimed to be a 9.7-inch Retina Display for Apple's anticipated third-generation iPad. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 39
Purported 'iPad 3' back panel shows space for larger battery, new LCD A component claimed to be the back panel for Apple's anticipated third-generation iPad shows room for a larger battery, and also implies the display will be mounted differently. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 29
European Apple resellers say lack of inventory is putting them out of business Apple's network of authorized "Premium Resellers" across Europe have complained that they are no longer a priority since Apple began expanding its own retail locations. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 78
Apple seen taking 5% of HDTV market, earning $17B in revenue If Apple were to offer high-definition television sets with an average selling price of $1,500, one Wall Street analyst believes the company could capture 5 percent of the market and earn $17 billion in revenue. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 124
Apple seen partnering with existing cable operators for 'iTV' content How Apple plans to provide content to users of its rumored television set remains unknown, but one Wall Street firm sees four potential ways Apple could approach one of its largest hurdles in bringing a connected television to market, with the most likely option seen as a partnership with existing cable providers. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 71
Third-gen iPad's 'window of opportunity' expected to drive Apple market share gains Apple's third-generation iPad is expected by one market watcher to soon arrive during an advantageous "window of opportunity," in which competitors have nothing significant to offer, that will further increase the company's lead in the mobile computing market. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 52
EFF working to keep iPhone, iPad 'jailbreaking' legal in US An exemption from the Digital Millennium Copyright Act that has made iPhone "jailbreaking" legal is set to expire, and a digital rights advocacy group hopes the U.S. government will renew and expand that exemption. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 68
Apple exploring MagSafe data, headphone connections for iPhone, iPad Apple's standard 30-pin iPod cable and even its headphones could be replaced on future iPhones and iPads by new magnetic cables, much like the MagSafe power adapters currently used on MacBooks. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 38
Apple's universal remote concept hints at future television set Apple has shown interest in building a new, simplified remote control that would automatically control a variety of devices while reducing setup and frustration for the user. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 40
