Brean Capital maintains $170 target for Apple stock, sees 'material upside' to iPhone in 2016 As shares of Apple remain under $100 after recent losses, Brean Capital is standing by its $170 price target, predicting the iPhone will outperform lowered Wall Street expectations in 2016. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 14
Apple's new 4-inch handset rumored to be named 'iPhone 5e,' sport A8 CPU & 1GB RAM Supply chain scuttlebutt over a new 4-inch iPhone continues to accumulate, with the latest rumors suggesting Apple will name its revamped handset the "iPhone 5e," with the letter 'e' potentially signifying that it is an 'enhanced' version of the iPhone 5s. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 54
As gamers await Oculus Rift's March launch, Mac users shouldn't hold their breath for support Last year, Oculus suspended Mac development for its Rift virtual reality headset. Comments from the Oculus CEO suggest work on Mac support is unlikely to resume anytime soon, leaving the device's forthcoming launch a Windows-only affair for the foreseeable future. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 26
RBC cuts Apple target to $130, expects iPhone sales 'noise' to last through March quarter RBC Capital Markets on Thursday became the latest investment firm to cut its estimates for Apple, joining the chorus of concerns that Apple could post its first-ever year over year decline in iPhone sales. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 12
Wells Fargo cuts Apple price target as stock hovers just above $100 The price of of Apple stock has been driven lower by concerns over demand for the iPhone 6s lineup, dropping near $100 per share in early trading on Wednesday as investment firm Wells Fargo Securities cut its own outlook, predicting a short-term "road bump" before a return to growth. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 61
Apple Pencil's 'incredible' design packs 15 semiconductors into small space Though the Apple Pencil is simple on the outside, the inner workings of the iPad Pro stylus are a major technological achievement, a new analysis from the silicon experts at Chipworks has found. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 39
Apple suppliers expect iPhone 6s orders to be cut by 30% this quarter - report Apple suppliers are preparing for slower-than-expected sales of the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus in the current March quarter, with orders said to be some 30 percent lower than originally expected, according to Japanese business newspaper Nikkei. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 96
Apple investor fears about China & iPhone 6s are 'overblown,' FBR says As shares of Apple continue to hover just above $100, investment firm FBR stood by the iPhone maker on Monday, saying that the overly negative sentiment on Wall Street is not justified. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 30
Brean Capital tells investors to ignore 'noisy' supply chain, focus on longterm iPhone success Recent concerns stemming from Apple's supply chain haven't swayed Brean Capital, which believes iPhone sales will continue to grow another 5 to 10 percent in calendar 2016. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 75
Apple predicted to aggressively pursue virtual & augmented reality tech in 2016 As hype continues to build around upcoming virtual reality and augmented reality products, one Wall Street analyst doesn't think Apple will sit on the sidelines, potentially acquiring companies and working behind the scenes on its own offerings throughout 2016. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 25
Amazon's top home audio product this holiday was a turntable, besting an Apple AirPlay-compatible receiver While streaming services like Apple Music and digital downloads from storefronts like iTunes rule the music industry, listener appreciation for analog vinyl audio remains high, as evidenced by new holiday sales data released by retailer Amazon. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 48
Apple trademark filings hint at more live Beats radio stations Beats 1 was just the beginning, new trademark applications from Apple suggest, with four more live streaming radio stations potentially on the way. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 4
Review: Gamevice Lightning-connected gaming controller for iPhone is unique, too expensive With a clever Lightning-connected design and solid construction, we're mostly impressed by the Gamevice gaming controller for iPhone. But with a $100 price tag, a risk of not fitting future iPhone models, and broken controller forwarding support from Apple in iOS, we feel it's an extremely niche device. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 15
FBR is latest firm to cut iPhone 6s estimates, but expects 'mega product cycle' for 'iPhone 7' Concerns over iPhone 6s sales continue to grow on Wall Street, as FBR & Co. became the latest firm to revise its estimates downward, calling on Apple to sell 75.5 million total iPhones in the current December quarter and cutting its price target to $150. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 54
Apple embracing its role as maker of 'blockbusters,' not niche products, UBS says In the age of the blockbuster, Apple's iOS platform is leading the way far ahead of its competitors, investment firm UBS said in a note to investors on Tuesday. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 15
Apple's 4-inch 'iPhone 6c' set for April 2016 launch, China Mobile claims China Mobile is apparently planning for an April 2016 launch of a new 4-inch iPhone, a product launch calendar from Apple's carrier partner has revealed. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 15
Ericsson settlement could help improve iPhone margins for Apple, Wells Fargo says A new global cross-patent licensing agreement between Apple and Ericsson could help improve gross margins on the iPhone going forward, further padding Apple's bottom line, according to a new analysis. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 4
Disney CEO & Apple board member Bob Iger calls Apple TV best television interface ever The ease of use of the Apple TV is a good thing for content creators, Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger said in an interview on Monday, praising Apple for creating what he believes is the most intuitive television user interface ever. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 47
First look: Gamevice is a unique, collapsible, Lightning-connected iPhone game controller Gamevice is the first Lightning-connected controller case we've tested for Apple's larger iPhones, fitting both the iPhone 6 and 6s series, as well as the larger Plus variants. It accomplishes this with a unique, collapsible design that helps it stand out from other options on the market. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 7
Apple CEO Tim Cook calls US tax code outdated and 'awful for America' The full interview between Charlie Rose and Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook will air this Sunday, but CBS has posted a teaser clip from the conversation, in which Cook again defended his company's tax policies, stating that they pay more than any other company in a "backwards" system. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 132
Here's Johny Srouji: Apple's newest executive pioneered company's custom A-series chips After playing integral roles in two of Apple's most important product innovations — its custom A-series processors and the Touch ID fingerprint sensor — Johny Srouji has been rewarded with a new title that sees him reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 18
JP Morgan adds to Apple supply chain worries, cuts early 2016 iPhone estimates The parade of analysts concerned about weak outlooks from Apple suppliers continues to grow, with J.P. Morgan on Thursday advising investors that it is reducing near-term forecasts for iPhone sales. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 63
RBC cuts Apple price target to $140, cites concerns over supply chain data Investment firm RBC Capital Markets slashed its price target for Apple stock to $140 this week, saying data from the company's extensive supply chain suggests iPhone sales could shrink in 2016. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 54
Piper Jaffray tells investors not to fret over vague iPhone supplier cuts Apple investors showed concern this week after iPhone supplier Dialog Semiconductor warned revenue will fall short of expectations, but Piper Jaffray took the opportunity to remind Wall Street that it's unwise to read into supplier data. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 60
