Dated, disputed rumor of Tim Cook joining HP affects Apple stock A two-week-old rumor that Apple Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook could leave for rival HP caused concern among shareholders on Wall Street Tuesday. Slash Lane 15 years ago 43
RIM unveils 7-inch 'PlayBook' tablet set to launch in early 2011 Research in Motion on Monday announced the "PlayBook," a 7-inch multi-touch tablet that represents the smartphone maker's first attempt to take on Apple's highly successful iPad. Slash Lane 15 years ago 411
Apple's iPhone 4 won't have FaceTime at launch in the Middle East Customers in the Middle East who purchase an iPhone 4 will not have FaceTime video chat functionality, as the feature is "currently unavailable" in the region. Slash Lane 15 years ago 75
Apple's iOS holds strong as Android's enterprise presence surges While Google's Android mobile operating system has seen a fivefold increase in availability in the corporate market over the last nine months, Apple's presence with iOS has held strong and still nearly doubles that of Android. Slash Lane 15 years ago 46
Ping talks between Apple, Facebook failed after 18 months - report Apple and Facebook were reportedly in negotiations for a year and a half before a deal for connectivity with Ping, Apple's fledgling music-centered social network, fell apart at the last minute. Slash Lane 15 years ago 111
Apple signs secretive multi-year technology licensing pact Apple has signed a multi-year deal with Rovi Corporation, a company that offers a variety of digital entertainment services, but the terms of the deal remain confidential. Slash Lane 15 years ago 11
Warner Bros. execs find Apple's 99 cent TV show rentals too cheap Executives with Warner Bros., producer of numerous primetime network TV shows, believe that Apple's 99 cent prices TV show rentals need to be more expensive. Slash Lane 15 years ago 109
AT&T on track to launch LTE 4G network by mid-2011, expand HSPA+ AT&T, the exclusive carrier of Apple's iPhone in the U.S., plans to launch its fourth-generation high-speed wireless network by mid-2011, and will continue to expand its speedy HPSA+ 3G network this year. Slash Lane 15 years ago 50
Apple rumored to announce newspaper subscription plan for iPad Apple will soon announce a newspaper subscription plan for the iPad, introducing a revenue sharing model similar to the one that has been employed for applications sold on the App Store, according to a new rumor. Slash Lane 15 years ago 42
Nokia smartphone chief to depart as executive shakeup continues The head of Nokia's smartphone business announced Monday that he will leave the company, a revelation that came just days after the company's chief executive announced he would resign, as the Finnish handset maker struggles to compete with Apple's iPhone. Slash Lane 15 years ago 84
Canadian wireless executive fuels rumors of T-Mobile US iPhone An official with new Canadian wireless carrier Videotron claimed this week that Apple will manufacture an iPhone capable of 3G speeds on his company's network, as well as T-Mobile in the U.S. Slash Lane 15 years ago 17
Game Center compatible with 2nd-gen iPod touch, not iPhone 3G Apple has confirmed that Game Center, its social and gaming networking application included with iOS 4.1, will work on the second-generation iPod touch, but not on the iPhone 3G. Slash Lane 15 years ago 18
Apple spends $1M per month on Google AdWords - report A leaked internal document from Google shows how much companies spend with the search giant on AdWords, and Apple is listed as investing nearly $1 million in a one-month span. Slash Lane 15 years ago 32
iPhone expected to become multi-carrier in Germany by October Another prominent exclusive arrangement with Apple for the iPhone is expected to conclude in a matter of months, when it is anticipated that Deutsche Telekom will lose sole access to the iPhone in Germany. Slash Lane 15 years ago 22
Mexico's Telcel claims iPhone 4 antenna hardware fix in the works An executive with Mexican carrier Telcel has suggested that Apple plans to release a revised iPhone 4 with a tweaked antenna design after the company's free case giveaway expires at the end of September. Slash Lane 15 years ago 62
Antitrust review of Comcast-NBC deal considers effect on Apple's iTunes As Comcast's bid to purchase NBC Universal goes through a federal review, the U.S. government is investigating the effect the deal might have on Internet-based video services like Apple's iTunes Store. Slash Lane 15 years ago 43
Rumors of 7-inch iPad persist; Apple parts with developer of tablets Another report has claimed Apple plans to build a smaller, 7-inch iPad, and the company has severed ties with a California design firm after nearly a decade, because the company publicly showed off its own iPad-competing tablet prototype. Slash Lane 15 years ago 71
Alleged next-gen iPod touch, nano cases show major revisions A Chinese case manufacturer has created cases claimed to fit Apple's forthcoming iPod lineup, with a fourth-generation iPod touch shown with a rear camera and flash, and a small, square sixth-generation iPod nano. Slash Lane 15 years ago 53
Steve Jobs isn't convinced new Apple TV will be a mainstream hit Chief Executive Steve Jobs reportedly does not expect the forthcoming Apple TV refresh to be an instant overnight sensation like the iPad, because most consumers aren't ready to cancel their cable TV or stream content from iTunes. Slash Lane 15 years ago 203
Third-party iPad clamshell keyboard case revealed in FCC filing A new third-party iPad peripheral coming soon to the U.S. will turn Apple's touchscreen tablet into more of a traditional laptop form factor, with a clamshell case that provides tactile input via an attached Bluetooth keyboard. Slash Lane 15 years ago 84
Scammers steal from PayPal accounts through users of iTunes [u] A phishing scam relies on hijacking users' iTunes accounts linked to PayPal, giving thieves the ability to drain money from someone's online account [updated]. Slash Lane 15 years ago 35
Nokia buys analytics firm to compete with Apple's App Store As software development for Nokia's Ovi platform struggles to compete with Apple's iOS and App Store, the Finnish phone maker has purchased analytics firm Motally to boost its offering. Slash Lane 15 years ago 37
Appeal to block demolition of Steve Jobs' mansion dropped Preservationists who for years have fought Apple Chief Executive Steve Jobs and prevented him from demolishing an aging California mansion have finally thrown in the towel. Slash Lane 15 years ago 85
Pegatron suspends exec linked to anti-Apple kickback scam Pegatron has spoken out once again on its company's role in the kickback scam that allegedly gave overseas suppliers an advantage in negotiations, with the Taiwanese company announcing it has suspended a manager accused of bribing an Apple employee. Slash Lane 15 years ago 7
