Apple's record setting iPhone 6s launch weekend impresses Wall Street With more than 13 million units sold in the first three days of availability, the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus exceeded most market expectations, and analysts responded on Monday by reacting favorably to the announcement from Apple. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 43
Apple sells blockbuster 13 million iPhone 6s, 6s Plus units in launch weekend Apple's new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus are off to a record breaking start, selling more than 13 million units in their first three days of availability, the company announced on Monday. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 84
Tips: How to adjust 3D Touch sensitivity on your new iPhone 6s & 6s Plus Apple's new pressure sensitive 3D Touch can be adjusted for sensitivity, allowing users to require more or less force to invoke the input method. Here's how you can customize it to your liking. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 4
Rose gold iPhone 6s models said to represent as much as 40% of preorders Though it is only one of four colors available, the new rose gold iPhone 6s is said to be the most popular option for preorders, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 49
iOS 9 tips: Apple makes it easier than ever to request a desktop site in Safari Users beta testing iOS 9 can access a new, somewhat hidden feature in the mobile Safari browser, making it easier than ever to request the desktop version of a site when browsing on an iPhone or iPad. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 36
Foxconn may buy Sharp's LCD business, with assistance from Apple Sharp's LCD spinoff may end up in the hands of manufacturing giant Foxconn, thanks to a potential investment by Apple, helping to give the iPhone maker greater control of its sprawling supply chain. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 43
The best watchOS 2-compatible apps now available for Apple Watch This week's launch of watchOS 2 brings a whole slew of new features and capabilities for developers, some of which are already being taken advantage of by new Apple Watch apps. Here's a rundown of some of the best and most interesting watchOS 2 apps that can showcase the versatility of your Apple Watch. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 24
Former GM exec pans rumored 'Apple Car' sight unseen, calls it 'a gigantic money pit' Despite having no apparent personal knowledge of an Apple-built electric car, former General Motors vice chairman Bob Lutz proclaimed this week that shareholders should be "very upset" that Apple may be eyeing an entrance into the automotive business. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 156
iOS 9 tips: Manually enable Low Power Mode to maximize your iPhone's battery life Apple's new operating system update does a great deal to automatically improve efficiency and extend battery life. But if a user knows that they have a long day ahead of them, they can go even further, manually enable iOS 9's new "Low Power Mode" at any point to maximize their iPhone's uptime. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 31
iOS 9 adoption is Apple's fastest ever, already installed on more than half of devices iOS 9 is off to a blockbuster start, with more than 50 percent of all iPhone, iPad and iPod touch units already running the latest mobile operating system, making it the fastest adoption in Apple history. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 43
Apple says iPhone 6s units will be available for walk-in purchases at stores this Friday Both the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus will be available to purchase at Apple retail stores, carrier stores, and select authorized resellers starting this Friday, Apple has announced. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 15
Samsung plans to follow Apple's lead again, offer smartphone financing program As carriers look to move away from contract subsidies, Apple has begun offering its own iPhone installment plan, and rival Samsung may opt to do the same, according to a new report. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 64
iOS 9 Safari content blockers debut to demand, denouncement & a high-profile delisting This week's launch of iOS 9 also marked the debut of optional content (read: mobile ad) blockers in Apple's Safari browser. The ensuing firestorm has led to a highly emotional debate over intrusive and annoying ads, versus the need for online publishers to make money in order to stay afloat. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 409
Inside iOS 9: Apple's iPad-only 'Picture in Picture' mode lets you keep watching video with any task With the release of iOS 9 this week, iPad owners can now shrink video and continue watching and listening while accomplishing other tasks, thanks to Apple's all-new Picture in Picture mode. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 78
Self-driving Apple car may be 'almost ready for public view' following talks with California DMV - report California laws and regulations for self-driving cars may force Apple's "Project Titan" out of the shadows and into the public view, and sooner than some may have expected, according to a new report. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 84
Apple wins key patent appeal vs. Samsung, could bar features from future Galaxy devices A federal appeals court has ruled that Apple has the right to block rival Samsung from using its patented inventions in its own handsets, a decision that could have major consequences for future products from the South Korean electronics maker. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 47
Inside iOS 9: Apple Maps gains transit directions for buses, trains, subways, more For years, the biggest omission in Apple Maps has been the lack of transit directions. But that all has changed with this year's iOS 9 update, which includes built-in support for buses, subways, trains, and more in select major cities. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 43
Inside iOS 9: Apple's iPad-exclusive split-screen multitasking will enhance productivity With Apple's iOS 9 upgrade, the iPad lineup — and the upcoming iPad Pro — gets special attention to enhance productivity on the big-screen tablets, including an all-new split-screen multitasking mode that will allow users to more easily accomplish two tasks at once. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 115
Inside iOS 9: Siri Suggestions, news, apps & more on Apple's revamped search screen Apple has introduced an entirely new home screen in iOS 9 that presents users with intelligent, contextually aware information, including frequently opened apps based on time of day and location, or potential destinations in Maps that a user might seek out. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 52
iPhone Upgrade Program expected to boost Apple's margins, force carriers to more aggressive pricing The new official iPhone financing plan is seen by investment firm RBC Capital Markets as a benefit not only to Apple, but also to its customers, both of whom should gain leverage over wireless carriers. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 44
Apple's 'Project Titan' car faces manufacturing roadblocks, could necessitate partnership With an internal goal of 2020 to begin building its own car, Apple faces a number of roadblocks in automotive manufacturing, which could lead it to partnering with another company in its vehicular venture, a source has indicated to AppleInsider. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 126
New iPhone Upgrade Program seen driving upgrades, giving Apple more control of customer relationship Apple's new interest-free iPhone Upgrade Program is likely to make more customers buy a new handset every year, investment firm UBS believes, calling it a "smart move" that could make the iPhone more of an annuity business. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 55
Apple will ship new Apple TV hardware to select developers later this week Apple on Monday began informing developers who won its Apple TV lottery that their new set-top boxes will begin shipping later this week, allowing them to build applications ahead of the October launch. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 23
iPhone 6 & 6 Plus cases will fit Apple's new iPhone 6s models With only minor tweaks to the design of the iPhone 6, cases designed for last year's handset should properly fit the iPhone 6s series when it launches later this month, meaning upgraders won't need to buy new accessories. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 17
