Every week Apple doesn't act on iPhone 4 antenna could cost $200M A new analysis has found that resolving the much publicized iPhone 4 antenna issues could cost Apple up to $900 million, and each additional week that Apple takes to resolve the issue could add another $200 million as sales increase. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 227
iPhone 4 antenna fix could impact Apple's operating income by 1% The iPhone 4 antenna issue has reached a "boiling point," though investors in Apple should not overreact to the problem, a Wall Street analyst said Tuesday. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 106
Growing attention on iPhone 4 signal issues presents risk for Apple A continued focus on antenna issues associated with the iPhone 4, following this week's update from Consumer Reports, could create a risk for Apple, one prominent Wall Street analyst believes. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 192
Consumer Reports changes stance, cannot recommend Apple's iPhone 4 Consumer Reports announced on Monday that it cannot recommend the iPhone 4 to potential buyers due to reception problems that are a result of the design of the handset. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 406
AT&T gives away 3G MicroCells to some 'loyal' customers AT&T, the exclusive carrier of the iPhone in the U.S., recently sent out certificates to some customers, granting them free 3G MicroCell devices for improved reception at home. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 28
Google founder accuses Apple's Steve Jobs of 'rewriting history' Larry Page, one of the founders of Google, said this week that Apple Chief Executive Steve Jobs has been "rewriting history" in making claims that the search giant was responsible for the tension between the two companies. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 244
Apple, AT&T partner to assist deaf with iPhone 4 and FaceTime Apple and AT&T have teamed with ZVRS to bring video relay calling for deaf and hard-of-hearing users via the iPhone 4 and its FaceTime video chat functionality. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 39
Apple interested in offering instant product research via iPhone By using near-field communications or a simple barcode scan, future iPhones could instantly obtain information about a range of products, whether it's an electronic device on sale at a local store, or food on a restaurant's menu. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 12
Former employees shed light on Apple's internal corporate culture Former workers of Apple have offered a peek inside the company's secretive corporate culture, with a glimpse at employee mentality, security, and the difference between a project in which Steve Jobs is involved, and one without the chief executive's interest. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 104
Apple struggles to meet iPhone 4 demand as iPad availability improves Constraints in overseas supplies have prompted one prominent Wall Street analyst to lower iPhone 4 sales estimates for the current quarter, while Apple's monthly iPad orders surpassed 2 million units in July. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 64
Apple gives one business free bumpers for iPhone 4 reception issues Though it has not given away protective cases to the masses to alleviate reception issues with the iPhone 4, Apple did attempt to appease one small New York business owner with five free $30 bumpers, AppleInsider has learned. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 108
JP Morgan: iPhone, iPad to push Apple stock to $390 by Dec. 2011 "Buckle up," was the advice issued Thursday to Apple investors by J.P. Morgan, as the firm expects Apple's stock to soar to new heights in the next year and a half based on rapid growth of both the iPhone and iPad. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 59
Apple sued over iPhone 4 reception issues Numerous lawsuits were filed this week against Apple, as a number of consumers hope to take the company to task over reception issues that arise with the new iPhone 4 when the left side of the device is covered with a hand. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 415
Verizon could sell 12M iPhones a year, but don't 'pop the champagne' A Verizon-compatible CDMA iPhone could result in at least 12 million new unit sales for Apple next year, one Wall Street analyst believes, though he's not convinced the deal will actually happen in January 2011. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 60
Limited iPhone 4 stock viewed as 'competitive risk' for Apple If Apple wasn't saddled with iPhone 4 production constraints, launch sales could have gone as high as 2.5 million, one analyst believes. And if limited stock continues, it could open Apple up to a "competitive risk," according to a new analysis. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 87
Users report issues with iPhone 4 proximity sensor during calls Some early adopters of the iPhone 4 say they have experienced poor performance from the handset's proximity sensor, which turns off the touchscreen when the device is held against one's ear during a call. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 101
Apple's blockbuster launch seen as just the beginning for iPhone 4 While the new iPhone 4 from Apple sold a record 1.7 million units in its first three days, analysts on Wall Street believe that number would have been even higher if more supplies were available. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 45
'Worst case' in iPhone reception issue: Apple gives away bumpers Despite well publicized reports of iPhone 4 reception issues, one analyst said he sees Apple, in the "worst case," discounting or giving away protective bumpers with little financial impact on the company. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 171
Apple's recurring revenue stream: 77% of iPhone 4 sales were upgrades With more than three-quarters of first-day iPhone 4 purchasers upgrading from a previous iPhone, Apple has successfully built a recurring revenue stream in which most users will upgrade every one to two years. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 33
iPhone 4 launch could sell 1.5 million, FaceTime seen as key driver The iPhone 4 launch is expected to far exceed last year's debut of the iPhone 3GS, as Apple could see as much as 1.5 million units sold, with users said to be most excited about the addition of FaceTime. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 56
Apple investigating multi-haptic feedback for multi-touch devices Future multi-touch devices like the iPhone and iPad could offer a number of physical feedback responses to a user's touch, resulting in a more interactive and efficient input method through haptic feedback. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 21
Apple debuts iPhone 4 to sprawling lines, lengthy waits Across the globe, Apple launched the iPhone 4 in five countries Thursday, generating long lines and unparalleled buzz, as only an Apple product launch can do. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 82
International sales expected to account for 80% of iPhones sold in 2010 International expansion of the iPhone is the single most important driver of Apple stock in 2010, with overseas sales predicted to account for 80 percent of all of the company's handset sales by the end of 2010, one analyst believes. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 42
19% of software on Apple's App Store is paid, with $1.49 average price The App Store offers great a value to consumers with 4 billion free applications downloaded to date, but it is not hugely profitable for Apple, as paid-for applications carry an average selling price of $1.49, according to a new analysis. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 40
