Major news outlets seek permission to broadcast Steve Jobs deposition in iTunes antitrust suit Three major news organizations have filed a motion to release footage of a deposition from Steve Jobs shown in court last week, citing "substantial public interest" in rare footage of the late Apple co-founder. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 16
Apple to build major new R&D facility in Japan, prime minister reveals Apple is on the verge of announcing a 'cutting-edge' new research and development center located in Japan, the nation's prime minister revealed on Tuesday. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 39
Review: iPhone-connected BACtrack Mobile breathalyzer with HealthKit support With Bluetooth connectivity and Apple HealthKit integration, the BACtrack Mobile Smartphone Breathalyzer for iPhone brings the "quantified self" trend to a new category: alcohol consumption. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 13
Opinion: Touch ID improves iPad security at cost of Smart Cover unlock convenience The auto-unlock feature of the iPad Smart Cover was once touted as a unique and convenient way of interacting with Apple's tablet, but it has now been hampered by the addition of Touch ID to the latest iPad models. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 128
Apple's Eddy Cue speaks out on iBooks price fixing ruling: 'It's just not right' Days before an appeals court will revisit Apple's iBooks price fixing case, the head of the company's digital content business has spoken out on why Apple continues to fight the government's antitrust allegations, calling it a "fight for the truth." Neil Hughes 11 years ago 69
As Apple still struggles to meet iPhone 6 demand, Canaccord raises price target to $135 Investment firm Canaccord Genuity raised its price target on shares of Apple to $135 on Tuesday, citing its latest survey showing supply constraints for the higher-capacity iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, signaling higher average selling prices and greater profits for the company's handset division. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 41
UBS survey finds 10% of consumers want a smartwatch, expects 24M Apple Watch sales in fiscal 2015 A new survey from UBS suggests that the Apple Watch could get off to a strong start, leading the investment firm to predict sales of 24 million units and gross profit of $3.4 billion from the wearable device in its first few months alone. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 70
Apple faces $350M in damages from iTunes antitrust suit first filed in 2005 Though Apple and record labels abandoned digital rights management protection in iTunes Store music purchases years ago, an antitrust lawsuit on the matter first filed in 2005 is set to go to trial this week. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 61
Review: Moga Rebel iOS gaming controller for Apple's iPhone & iPad Moga's new full-size Rebel Bluetooth gaming controller is the best iOS-compatible controller we've tested yet, successfully helping to bridge the gap between powerful home game consoles and mobile devices like both the iPhone and iPad. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 7
Google's search deal with Apple expires in early 2015, could bring new default to Safari The Safari browser for both iOS and Mac could have a new default search partner as soon as next year, as Apple's current deal with Google is reportedly set to expire in early 2015. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 92
Apple reaches record breaking $700 billion market cap as stock surge continues Shares of Apple reached another major financial milestone on Tuesday, crossing the $700 billion market capitalization threshold just after trading began on Wall Street. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 85
Samsung considering shakeup of mobile division in response to sagging profits, sales With Samsung's profits plummeting last quarter and sales of its flagship Galaxy S5 coming well short of expectations, the South Korean electronics giant is said to be considering changes in its executive team, particularly among the mobile division that competes with Apple's iPhone and iPad. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 74
Review: BrydgeAir keyboard makes your iPad Air feel like a 'MacBook mini' iPad Air 1 & 2 owners looking for a quick and easy way to turn their tablet into a MacBook-style, lap-friendly portable computer need look no further than the new backlit BrydgeAir keyboard — a well-built, well-designed productivity accessory. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 42
Square plans to begin accepting Apple Pay with new NFC-compatible hardware in 2015 Though many viewed them as competitors, Square and Apple Pay will link up in 2015, as the point-of-sale service is working on a new cash register that will accept Apple's NFC-based payment system. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 24
Existing Apple suppliers say GT Advanced promised too much, didn't diversify enough In the wake of the collapse of sapphire maker GT Advanced Technologies, longtime members of Apple's supply chain have characterized the iPhone maker as a tough but fair partner who offers component makers a chance at success, provided they take proper precautions. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 45
Morgan Stanley raises Apple price target to $126, says investors underestimate Apple Watch Morgan Stanley joins a number of other investment firms that have raised their price targets on shares of Apple stock this week, reflecting significant gains posted by the company heading into the holiday shopping season and in anticipation of next year's debut of the Apple Watch. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 67
Strong demand for iPhone 6 & 6 Plus persists, prompts Piper Jaffray to raise Apple price target to $135 Piper Jaffray has been tracking availability of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus at Apple Stores and continues to see demand outstripping supply, leading the investment firm to raise its price target on AAPL stock on Thursday. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 71
Foxconn investing $2.6B into new display factory that will exclusively supply Apple Foxconn's Innolux will build a new $2.6 billion sixth-generation plant in Southern Taiwan to supply displays exclusively to Apple, after the iPhone maker made an "urgent" request, it was announced on Thursday. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 55
Evercore ups Apple target to $135, expects revenue growth to accelerate to 15% in 2015 With a huge number of iPhone owners yet to upgrade to screen sizes larger than 4 inches, Evercore Partners expects major revenue growth for Apple in fiscal 2015 and beyond, and has increased its price target on the company's shares to $135. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 8
Sync Solver bridges the gap between Apple's Health app and Fitbit devices Users tied into the Fitbit ecosystem and frustrated by its lack of compatibility with Apple's Health app in iOS 8 can turn to a new app called Sync Solver, which automatically exports Fitbit data like steps, weight and sleep into the Health app. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 16
Apple awarded patent for augmented reality devices with transparent displays Apple this week was awarded ownership of a patent that describes future electronics with transparent displays, allowing users to view real-world events simultaneously with on-screen generated images. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 36
Top hedge funds predict Apple could achieve trillion-dollar market cap As shares of Apple repeatedly reach new all-time highs, major investors believe the trend could continue, propelling the iPhone maker to a massive market capitalization level of $1 trillion as soon as next year. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 100
Online retailers who support Apple Pay in iOS apps will boost sales this holiday, study says While most of the buzz surrounding Apple Pay is focused on its use in person at retail, the most popular application this holiday season may be in securely authorizing online purchases, a new study shows. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 38
RBC raises Apple price target to $120, predicts Apple Watch will earn $10B in first-year revenue RBC Capital Markets on Monday increased its price target for Apple stock to $120 per share, a number that incorporates the investment firm's expectations for the upcoming Apple Watch, predicted to sell 20 million units in its first 12 months. Neil Hughes 11 years ago 46
