How to reset your HomePod and connect it to a new Apple ID HomePod services like sending text messages or creating reminders can only be accomplished with the Apple ID used to initially set up the device. If you want to change the Apple ID affiliated with your HomePod, you'll need to redo the setup process. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 6
Apple expected to ship 100M 6.1" LCD iPhone units priced at $700-$800 in late 2018 Adding to expectations that the new 6.1-inch iPhone with LCD display will be a blockbuster success, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said on Wednesday that he expects the company will ship a whopping 100 million units in the second half of 2018. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 12
How to play anything on your HomePod, including vinyl records, with Airfoil and a Mac Apple's HomePod may be limited in connectivity, but thanks to its support for the legacy AirPlay standard, it's possible to connect basically anything you want to it over Wi-Fi. One of the best ways to do this is with the Airfoil app, available from longtime Mac developer Rogue Amoeba. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 23
Android-powered Essential Phone estimated to have shipped just 88K units in 2017 Despite being one of the first handsets on the market with an edge-to-edge display, the Essential Phone, pioneered by former Android chief Andy Rubin, failed to compete with the likes of Apple's iPhone X in any meaningful way, with one new estimate suggesting just 88,000 units were shipped last year. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 21
In software development 'cultural shift', Apple won't hold features for major annual point-zero releases Rather than packing everything it can into an anticipated "iOS 12" later this year, Apple will reportedly spread out new features into future software updates, meaning "iOS 12.1" and beyond could bring big improvements to the iPhone and iPad. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 29
HomePod review: Your mileage may vary, but crank it up for the ride I love Apple's HomePod, and I want one in every room of my house. But I also kind of hate HomePod for its reliance on Siri. Like any messy relationship, it's complicated. If you can get over the personal assistant's numerous shortcomings, you'll find that HomePod is a fantastic sounding compact speaker, but also potentially the start of something much better. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 109
Despite being a HomeKit accessory, HomePod does not work within custom triggers or scenes Though HomePod integrates with Apple's HomeKit, and even shows up as a smart home accessory within the iOS Home app, it cannot be used as a part of an automated trigger or custom scene. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 17
First look: Apple's HomePod is loud, heavy and powerful Friday marks the launch of Apple's foray into home audio, the HomePod, a compact yet booming smart speaker that will delight your ears and possibly annoy your neighbors. AppleInsider offers a closer look at the newly released hardware. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 134
Goldman Sachs initiates coverage of AAPL stock with neutral outlook, dismisses iPhone X 'super cycle' hype Investment firm Goldman Sachs initiated coverage of the investment world's largest company, Apple, this week, and set things off with a pessimistic tone, projecting the stock price will stay relatively flat over the next year. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 7
HomePod review roundup: Apple's smart speaker sounds incredible, but Siri is lacking As a home audio device, Apple's HomePod is a hit with critics, who have lauded the $349 accessory's superior sound quality. But the standalone speaker has not addressed the shortcomings of Siri, an area where HomePod lagged behind the capabilities of competitors Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 151
Wall Street wowed by iPhone X performance, but cools off on expectations of an Apple 'super cycle' Apple delivered record revenue in its holiday quarter, but went about it in a way different than investors expected, leaving analysts to rethink their so-called "super cycle" predictions for iPhone X unit sales growth. But with the average selling price of new iPhones soaring to unexpected highs, analysts remain bullish on the company's prospects in the months to come. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 32
Premium-priced iPhone X, iPhone 8 propel Apple to $88.3B in revenue in its best quarter ever Apple continued its streak of record breaking holiday quarters, coasting to new heights yet again with revenue of $88.3 billion and earnings per share of $3.89, based largely on the highest-ever average selling prices for iPhone lineup. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 51
Wall Street expects Apple to report best quarter ever, but all eyes will be on March guidance Recent reports on iPhone X demand and alleged production cuts have caused concern on Wall Street, where investors eagerly await Apple's March quarter guidance from its latest earnings report. AppleInsider gives you a rundown of what to expect. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 32
As other analysts cut AAPL estimates, Guggenheim stands pat with bullish $215 target Ahead of Apple's December quarter results, analysts have been slashing targets for the company, based on a belief that iPhone sales are slower than expected. But Robert Cihra of Guggenheim hasn't budged on his $215 price target, telling investors on Wednesday that he sees the iPhone X as the start of a multi-year upgrade cycle. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 15
Amazon's Super Bowl ad reveals the same old Alexa ahead of Apple's HomePod After a teaser suggested new voice options could be coming to Alexa, the release of Amazon's full Super Bowl spot reveals it was all just a joke, setting up a primetime ad where celebrities substitute in for Alexa — and poorly. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 21
Report reaffirms Apple still plans to 'allow iPad apps to run on Macs this year' Despite multiple reports saying key features in "iOS 12" have been delayed to allow Apple to improve performance and squash bugs, one highly anticipated feature expected to make it easier for developers to port apps from iOS to macOS is said to still be on target to launch later this year. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 42
Director Steven Soderbergh calls shooting on Apple's iPhone a 'gamechanger,' wants to use it for all future movies Acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh shot his latest feature film, "Unsane," entirely on Apple's iPhone. The outcome was so positive, he called it "one of the most liberating experiences that I've ever had as a filmmaker." Neil Hughes 8 years ago 44
'iOS 12' features put on hold said to include multiplayer AR games, automatic sorting of photos A second report sheds more light on the features not expected to make the cut for this year's "iOS 12" update, as a redesigned home screen app grid, multiplayer support for augmented reality, and new algorithmic sorting of photos are now reportedly likely to wait until "iOS 13." Neil Hughes 8 years ago 16
Kantar calls iPhone X pricing 'vindicated' as Apple sees marketshare grow across Europe, China, Australia & Japan As hand wringing over the $999-and-up pricing of the iPhone X continues, analysts at Kantar Worldpanel see the premium-priced handset as a wise move for Apple, after tracking marketshare gains for iOS in a number of key markets across the globe. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 14
Apple delays refresh of home screen in 'iOS 12' to focus on performance & reliability - report Apple apparently had big plans on tap for this year's major iOS update, but is said to have delayed some of the tentpole features, including a new home screen and in-car features, until 2019, allowing it to instead focus on squashing bugs and improving performance. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 54
Ahead of Apple's HomePod launch, Amazon teases new voices for Alexa With days to go before the launch of Apple's Siri-powered HomePod smart speaker, Amazon will unveil changes to its own personal assistant, Alexa, likely to come in the form of new voice options. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 32
2018 iPhone SE predicted to be a minor upgrade, if it happens at all While rumors of a next-generation iPhone SE continue to swirl, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities is skeptical, telling investors on Monday that he's not sure Apple has the resources to debut its fourth iPhone model in just a matter of months. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 24
6.1" LCD 2018 iPhone expected to account for 50% of Apple's new iPhone shipments New details on Apple's anticipated 6.1-inch LCD iPhone expected later this year were shared by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo on Sunday, who believes the handset will be a huge hit with consumers, offering capabilities of the iPhone X at a lower price point. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 37
Latest supply chain rumor suggests Apple could continue to sell current iPhone X model into 2019 Rumors from Apple suppliers are now at odds with one another, as a new report contradicts earlier claims that the current iPhone X would be completely replaced by a new model later this year. Instead, it is suggested that Apple could stick with its usual strategy of continuing to sell previous year's models. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 19
