Review: Apple's late-2013 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display The late-2013 version of Apple's high-end professional notebook, the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display, is a computer in a class of its own, offering a near-perfect blend of style and performance in a more affordable package than before. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 56
Review: Apple's late-2013 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display Apple's new late 2013 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display has a slightly thinner profile and reduced heft from last year's model, along with a smaller price tag. But it's what's on the inside that really makes this notebook a stunner. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 126
Review: Sony's high-end Cyber-shot QX100 wireless camera lens for iPhone The Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 is the high-end version of Sony's newly released iPhone-compatible wireless camera accessories, packing in a Carl Zeiss lens at an attractive price point. Like the low-end QX10, it's a forward thinking device with a great deal of potential that remains held back by shaky software. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 34
Traffic from OS X 10.10 growing as Apple preps Mavericks follow-up Though OS X 10.9 Mavericks is only a few days old, Apple is unsurprisingly hard at work on the next major version of its Mac operating system, with traffic from the unreleased software steadily growing over the last month. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 108
FAA to allow passenger use of iPhones, iPads & other electronics during all phases of flight The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration announced on Thursday that by the end of the year passengers will be allowed to use portable electronic devices, such as Apple's iPhone and iPad, from gate to gate as long as they are kept in airplane mode. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 31
Apple's research & development costs ballooned 32% in 2013 to $4.5B Apple's investments in research and development continue to grow, surging another 32 percent in fiscal 2013 to reach $4.5 billion — its highest-ever sum spent in a 12-month span. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 79
Amazon planning 2014 smartphone with advanced 3D gesture & eye tracking input - source Amazon has partnered with a number of Asian compact camera module makers for advanced sensors that could allow 3D gesture and eye tracking input on a new smartphone launching next year, AppleInsider has been told. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 21
Amazon's anticipated Apple TV competitor not expected to launch until 2014 Amazon is still said to be working on a competitor to the Apple TV with its own set-top box, but such a device isn't expected to be out before Christmas, with the retailer reportedly eyeing a spring 2014 launch for the rumored device. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 27
Wall Street pleased by Apple's surprising Sept. quarter, anticipates huge holiday sales Apple beat Wall Street expectations and left analysts satisfied with its September quarter, though market watchers are already more focused on anticipated blockbuster sales of new iPhone and iPad models in the current holiday quarter. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 50
Apple stores to offer in-store pickup of iPad Air on Friday, suggesting strong supply Availability of the new thin and light iPad Air may not be constrained for Friday's launch, as Apple is reportedly planning to offer in-store pickup options at its own retail outlets. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 20
iPhone 5s represents 3.8% of all iPhones in use, US has highest 5c adoption rate Newly released data shows that the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c already account for more than 5 percent of all iPhones in use, while the mid-range 5c has seen the highest share of adoption thus far in the U.S. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 30
Earnings preview: Apple's Sept. quarter results are all about iPhone for Wall Street This afternoon after markets close, Apple is set to announce its earnings for the recently concluded September quarter. But analysts are mostly interested in any comments the company may have about improving iPhone 5s production, as well as sales of the iPhone 5c. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 31
First look: Redesigned ChargeCard, the ultrathin USB-to-Lightning charging cable The ChargeCard USB-to-Lightning accessory has seen a slight redesign with subtle improvements intended to make it more durable and easier to use. Here's a first look and quick overview of the brand new ChargeCard from Nomad, as well as a glimpse at the company's upcoming ChargeKey. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 20
Impressions: Working with Microsoft's Surface 2 & Type Cover 2 In positioning its Surface tablets against the iPad, Microsoft has attempted to convince consumers that its devices are better built for productivity, while Apple's lineup is simply meant for media consumption. We decided to put Microsoft's claims to the test, and spent a few days using the Surface 2 in a work environment. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 144
Windows 7 driving enterprise PC sales, but Apple's new iPads expected to again hurt PC growth Enterprise demand for PCs running Windows 7, Microsoft's previous-generation operating system, is currently boosting the overall PC market, but sales are expected to once again take a hit after the introduction of Apple's new iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina display. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 46
Apple exec involved in Mac hardware hired away by Tesla Doug Field, a five-year employee of Apple working in the company's Mac hardware group, has been hired away by electric car-maker Tesla. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 37
Carl Icahn says he'll consider shareholder proxy vote if Apple rejects his buyback plan Appearing in a television interview Thursday afternoon, billionaire investor Carl Icahn said that he would consider, but will not commit to, a possible proxy vote to force Apple executives to buy back more of their own shares, if they don't agree to his proposal. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 131
Carl Icahn urges Apple to make immediate tender offer for $150B in stock In an open letter to Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook, billionaire investor Carl Icahn has pushed the company to issue an immediate tender offer for $150 billion in stock from shareholders at current market value. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 74
Apple Stores to open at 8 a.m. on Nov. 1 for iPad Air launch Apple's retail stores will open their doors early next Friday, Nov. 1, to offer customers the chance to be among the first to own the new lightweight iPad Air. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 20
Billionaire Carl Icahn teases letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook to promote new website Well-known investor Carl Icahn has sent a letter to Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook continuing to push for a larger share buyback, and the billionaire plans to divulge the contents of the letter on a new website he will launch this week. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 46
First look: Microsoft Surface 2 with Type Cover 2 While Apple unveiled its newest iPads on Tuesday, rival Microsoft attempted to steal some of its thunder in releasing its competing Surface 2 tablet, along with the new Type Cover 2 accessory. AppleInsider provides a first look at the tablet that will go head to head with Apple's iPad Air this holiday season. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 54
Amazon taunts Apple's new iPads, advertises smaller Kindle Fire HDX as 'lighter than Air' In response to Apple's new iPads, Amazon took a direct shot at its competitor on the front page of its website Wednesday, saying the Kindle Fire HDX is "lighter than Air" — even though the new Kindle achieves that weight with a smaller display. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 139
Wall Street pleased by high-profit pricing of Apple's new Retina iPad mini, iPad Air Apple's pricing strategy with the iPad Air and new iPad mini with Retina display should help the company's gross margins, analysts believe, while free software offered with new iOS and Mac device purchases should help drive upgrades and further tie users into the company's ecosystem. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 47
Apple has sold 170M iPads to date, implying sales near 15M in Sept. quarter Though many customers were waiting for Tuesday's announcement of new iPads, Apple still managed to ship near 15 million units in the September quarter, new data provided by the company implies. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 17
