1080p refresh doubled Apple TV sales in 2012, 2.7M sold so far The refreshed 1080p Apple TV has doubled sales of the device in the first half of 2012, as Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook revealed on Tuesday that 2.7 million units of the set-top box have been sold already in 2012. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 33
Tim Cook says Apple is 'very serious' about doubling down on secrecy Already known as one of the most secretive companies in the world, Apple plans to become even more protective going forward, the company's chief executive said in an interview on Tuesday. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 26
Apple television announcement expected to precede launch by 2-6 months Apple is likely to provide developers with a head-start to create software for its new television before it becomes available for consumers to purchase, according to a new analysis. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 86
Apple shows interest in iOS stylus with optical sensor, haptic feedback Apple has explored building different kids of styluses compatible with the iPhone and iPad, including an optical stylus, and a handheld pointer with haptic feedback. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 45
Microsoft working on new native iOS apps for Outlook Web App, Lync This fall, Microsoft plans to release two new native iOS applications on the App Store featuring the Metro user interface: Outlook Web App for Exchange 2012 users, and an updated mobile version of the Lync communications platform, AppleInsider has learned. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 17
ARM-based Windows RT seen confusing consumers, benefitting Apple The launch of ARM-based tablets and computers later this year running Windows RT is expected by one analyst to confuse consumers, potentially pushing even more of them to Apple's tightly integrated ecosystem. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 110
ITC judge finds key Kodak patent invalid in suit with Apple, RIM Kodak suffered a major setback on Monday as an initial ruling from the U.S. International Trade Commission determined that one of the company's key patents is invalid — a decision that could potentially reduce the value of Kodak's soon-to-be-auctioned patent portfolio. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 15
Apple's iPhone 3GS expected to live on for under $300 in developing markets Instead of being discontinued later this year, the iPhone 3GS, first released in 2009, may stay in production for Apple to sell contract-free in developing markets, where prepaid smartphones are popular. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 33
Class-action suit targets Apple for iCloud downtime A new lawsuit accuses Apple of participating in "unfair, unlawful, deceptive, and misleading practices" in promoting the simplicity and reliability of its iCloud service. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 124
Users raise questions about Apple's security after iCloud hacks A small number of iCloud accounts reportedly protected by secure, randomly generated passwords have been compromised, prompting speculation by users that a security breach may have occurred on Apple's servers. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 45
Filing details Apple's plans for Retina-ready resolution-independent OS X Apple's behind-the-scenes work to upgrade its OS X operating system for future high-resolution Retina display Macs has been detailed in a new patent filing. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 28
Apple grows to 7.9% of all mobile phones sold worldwide Though it only sells smartphones, Apple represents nearly 8 percent of all worldwide mobile phone sales, making it the third-largest handset maker. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 13
Smaller iPad seen boosting Apple's sales to schools, gamers A smaller, more affordable iPad could increase Apple's tablet sales not only to schools and students, but also to people who play games on mobile devices, a new analysis concludes. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 86
Greenpeace projects giant images onto Apple HQ in protest for cleaner iCloud Greenpeace took its push for a "clean" iCloud to Apple's Cupertino, Calif., campus this week, projecting images onto the main building of its corporate headquarters. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 86
iPhone orders 'significantly' reduced as Apple begins prepping for next-gen model Apple has begun drawing down build plans for its current iPhone models, as sales begin to ease in anticipation of a new sixth-generation model expected to launch later this year. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 24
Apple rebrands 4G LTE iPad as 'iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular' In many of Apple's stores, the 4G LTE-capable iPad has been rebranded "iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular," following scrutiny that the device is only compatible with LTE networks in North America. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 158
Dropbox fixes app rejection issue, complies with Apple's rules Applications using the Dropbox development kit for iOS are no longer being rejected from the App Store by Apple after links to an external purchase option were removed. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 8
Apple's latest Lion update continues preparations for Retina display Macs Apple continues to make behind-the-scenes improvements to OS X that will allow future Macs with high-resolution Retina displays to show higher quality images, AppleInsider has learned. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 71
Apple's secure facial recognition system would rely on 3D rendering Apple has shown interest in building advanced, secure facial recognition technology that would take a two-dimensional image of a person's face and render it in 3D for greater accuracy. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 17
iPod owners notified of class-action antitrust suit against Apple's iTunes Some customers who purchase an iPod between 2006 and 2009 began receiving notice this week that they are members of a pending class-action lawsuit accusing Apple of creating a monopoly with the iTunes Music Store. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 70
Apple retail stores 'bulging at the seams' at 8400 average square feet Apple's original vision for its retail operations is proving too small, as the company's stores are continuously mobbed with crowds looking to buy iPhones, iPads and Macs. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 53
Apple says lack of multi-user support on iPad is a 'known issue,' 'being investigated' Apple has signaled that it is aware of a desire to support multiple users on one iPad, and that the issue is "currently being investigated" by the company's engineering team. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 68
Apple television not expected to 'break the bundle' from cable With opposition from content providers likely, Apple's rumored television set will not be able to cut out existing cable operators, and Apple will instead be forced to work with them, a new analysis predicts. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 35
Apple shows continued interest in haptic touchscreen fingertip feedback Future iPhones and iPads from Apple could feature advanced technology that would allow users to not only touch the screen, but also feel textures and other feedback on their fingertips. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 12
