RFID chips could act like an airplane 'black box' for Apple's future iPhones Future iPhones equipped with near-field communication technology could store vital information that would allow for hardware failure to be quickly diagnosed by Apple, even after the handset is nonfunctional. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 19
Apple to surprise with late-2011 MacBook Pro refresh this month Exclusive: With Intel's next-generation Core i-Series mobile platform not expected until the second quarter of 2012, Apple is reportedly preparing a refresh of its professional notebook line ahead of the holiday shopping season to better bridge the gap, AppleInsider has been told. Kasper Jade and Neil Hughes 14 years ago 135
AppleCare preparations hint at iOS 5.0 release around Oct. 10 Apple has reportedly informed its AppleCare division to expect an influx of iOS-related inquiries from customers beginning Monday, Oct. 10, perhaps signaling when the company plans to release iOS 5 to existing device owners. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 20
'Unprecedented' demand for Apple's iPhone 5 exceeds iPhone 4 hype A new survey has found "unprecedented" demand for Apple's next iPhone, with 31 percent of respondents indicating they are likely to buy the anticipated handset. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 108
Apple open to restoring axed MobileMe features in iCloud Apple hasn't completely ruled out the return of features like iDisk and System preference syncing from eventually reemerging as part of its iCloud service, representatives for the company's new chief executive are telling customers. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 72
Apple set to build 30M iPhone 5 units with 512MB RAM, improved antenna Even with an improved antenna design, Apple's next-generation iPhone is expected to look largely the same as the current iPhone 4, and it will also feature the same amount of RAM: 512MB. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 179
Apple to release iOS 5 GM to assemblers during week of Sept. 23 Apple reportedly plans to release the golden master of iOS 5, its forthcoming operating system update for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, to its overseas assemblers at some point between September 23 and September 30, on time for a mid-October launch of a fifth-generation iPhone. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 46
Trio of patent suits target Apple over caller ID, Web apps, USB Apple was hit with three different patent infringement lawsuits in the U.S. this week, accusing the company of violating inventions related to caller ID, browser-based Web applications, and for building "USB products." Neil Hughes 14 years ago 30
iPhone 4 sales 'surprisingly robust' ahead of Apple's iPhone 5 debut More evidence of continuing strong iPhone 4 sales surfaced in a new report on Friday, in which Apple's supply chain has indicated consumer demand for the more-than-a-year-old smartphone remains despite an anticipated fifth-generation iPhone announcement. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 42
Apple forecast to sell 143M iPhones, 68M iPads in 2013 Investment firm Piper Jaffray on Wednesday released their calendar year 2013 estimates for Apple, forecasting $164 billion in revenue with earnings per share of $40.50 on sales of well over 200 million iOS devices. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 31
First look: QuickBooks for Mac 2012 aims to meet unique needs of Mac enterprise The new QuickBooks for Mac 2012 is designed to satisfy the unique characteristics of Mac business users, who are very different from their Windows counterparts. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 51
iPhone 4 remains top-selling US smartphone despite growing iPhone 5 hype Even as rumors of Apple's fifth-generation iPhone persist ahead of an anticipated launch, sales of the iPhone 4, first released in 2010, reportedly continue to top the competition at both AT&T and Verizon. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 49
Apple wants to 'rethink' how people use Maps for iPhone, iPad Apple is once again adding to its iOS Maps software development team, calling for job candidates who will help "rethink" how iPhone users rely on maps, location and geographical information. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 41
Consumer perception of Apple improves after Steve Jobs resignation Suggesting the Apple brand is bigger than the company's iconic founder, a daily tracking survey has found that consumer perception of Apple actually improved following the resignation of Steve Jobs. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 58
Apple interested in creating colorful, durable carbon fiber devices Future devices from Apple could be built with a super-durable and light material like carbon fiber, but could also be available in a variety of colors thanks to a composite laminate surface. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 47
HP's confounding call to build more TouchPads likely due to obligations With Hewlett-Packard estimated to lose $200 for each TouchPad it sells at a fire sale price of $99, the company's head-scratching decision to resume production of the failed tablet is likely a result of agreements made with component suppliers. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 47
Apple building 'exciting new features' for iOS location services As further evidence that Apple plans to dramatically expand location services and navigation in a future version of iOS, a new job listing reveals the company is working on "exciting new features" for location-aware software on the iPhone. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 12
Apple abandons 99-cent TV show rentals for Apple TV Apple has removed the ability to rent TV shows from both iTunes and its Apple TV, taking away what was just last year one of the major advertised selling points of the $99 streaming-centric set-top box. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 96
Apple's MacBook Air draws long lines, stock-outs in Hong Kong debut Apple's newly updated MacBook Air lineup debuted this week in Hong Kong, attracting crowds and selling out quickly, ahead of making an anticipated splash in mainland China. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 14
Future iPhones may identify users by the sound of their voice Beyond recognizing voice commands, future iPhone software could use the sound of someone's voice to identify the person themselves, allowing the system to enact custom-tailored settings and access to personal content. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 14
Post-Steve Jobs Apple likened to departures of Walt Disney, Henry Ford The resignation of Steve Jobs as Apple CEO is a significant event for the company, but similar to the departures of visionaries in years past like Henry Ford and Walt Disney, Apple is expected to go on without Jobs. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 43
Though on leave since January, Steve Jobs stayed visible at Apple Despite relinquishing his day-to-day duties at Apple back in January, Steve Jobs has remained a major force at Apple in 2011, introducing key products and negotiating blockbuster deals. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 21
Apple seeks LTE 4G expert to ensure future iPhone carrier compatibility Apple is working to ensure that its iOS mobile operating system that powers the iPhone is inter-operable with a wide range of wireless specifications, including high-speed 4G long-term evolution technology. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 4
Sprint predicted to sell 1.2M iPhones in Apple's largest holiday quarter ever The addition of Sprint as the third iPhone carrier in the U.S. would add 1.2 million sales this year, helping Apple achieve its strongest holiday quarter ever, according to one analysis. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 15
