Model number for Apple's mystery iBeacon device may hint at upgrade to existing hardware

A new Apple device revealed earlier this week in certification documents filed with the FCC appears to be the first in a new line of iBeacon-specific hardware, but the mysterious product's model number suggests that it may instead be an extension of one of Apple's existing products.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 16

AirPort Express stock-outs at Apple retail stores and Best Buy may hint at upcoming refresh

Brick-and-mortar Apple Stores, as well as some Best Buy outlets, are seeing stock-outs of Apple's AirPort Express, fueling speculation that the Cupertino company may be planning a refresh ahead of an anticipated next-gen iPhone release.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 29

New Apple AirPort Express features dual-band Wi-Fi

The AirPort Express received a redesign on Monday, adding features previously only available in the AirPort Extreme, such as dual-band Wi-Fi.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 15

Apple readying second generation of AirPort Express 802.11n

Apple will soon begin shipping a new version of its AirPort Express portable 802.11n base station, capping a recent series of refreshes to the company's line of WiFi routers ahead of this fall's iCloud launch.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 34

Private Apple AirPlay key released, could lead to unauthorized third-party uses

A developer has cracked Apple's private key for the AirPlay wireless audio streaming protocol, opening the door for computers and other devices to integrate with AirPlay in ways that were not previously possible.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 51

Apple TV 3.0 update not helping sales as AirPort routers lose share

Though it was given a software upgrade to version 3.0 in October, Apple TV sales have remained relatively flat over the past 12 months. Similarly, sales of AirPort base stations have struggled to gain momentum due to higher-than-average price points, resulting in minor share declines.

Neil Hughes and Kasper Jade 16 years ago 211

Apple updates Final Cut Pro, Time Capsule and AirPort firmware

Apple on Tuesday released Final Cut Pro 6.0.6 to address playback issues on certain Mac Pro and Xserve systems. Separately, the company also issued a bug fix update for Time Capsule, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Express Base Stations that include 802.11n support.

AppleInsider Staff 16 years ago 14

Apple issues key software update for Time Capsule, AirPort Extreme

Late Thursday evening, Apple released firmware updates for the 2009 Time Capsule and AirPort Extreme that resolves issues on the new devices. A parallel update also adds Back to My Mac drive sharing support to the prior generation of the wireless base stations.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 25

Apple readying 'Unwired Airport Express Bundle' for Aussies

Apple Australia next month is expected to introduce a new AirPort Express bundle that may wed the company's portable Wi-Fi router with a local wireless data service.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 17

Apple releases Apple TV 2.3 with AirTunes, third-party remotes

Apple on Wednesday night released version 2.3 of its Apple TV firmware to add AirTunes streaming as well as support for third-party remotes.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 107

Apple's secret "Back to My Mac" push behind IPv6

The Internet is running out of addresses. To get around this problem and a host of others not addressed in the existing Internet Protocol (IPv4), a new revision has been in development for years, called IPv6. Uptake has been slow; it requires upgrading all the routers and devices that make up the Internet. Apple has a few tricks up its sleeve for pushing IPv6 adoption, and many Mac users are already chin deep in the technology without even knowing it. Here's why, and what it means for users on every platform.

Prince McLean 17 years ago 82

Apple's AirPort grabs 10.6% share of 802.11n WiFi market

While Apple's share of the entire US PC market hovers between 6% and 8% depending on the source, its share of the 802.11n WiFi base station market is even higher.

Prince McLean 18 years ago 44

Exploring Time Capsule: WiFi 802.11n and the 5GHz band

Earlier versions of the WiFi specification all used the 2.4GHz radio spectrum. The new 802.11n standard, supported in Time Capsule, the square AirPort Extreme, and recently shipping AirPort Express units, allows users to alternatively select the use of 5GHz channels. This segment, the third of six, compares the pros and cons of using this new section of frequencies, which can be both problematic and provide a major boost in speed.

Prince McLean 18 years ago 29

Exploring Time Capsule: how it fits into Apple's AirPort family

Time Capsule, announced at this years' Macworld Expo, serves as a simple rebranding of the AirPort Extreme with an integrated hard drive and power supply. Apple sells the new Time Capsule next to last years AirPort Express and the compact AirPort Express. This segment, the first of six exploring Time Capsule in depth, highlights the differences between the members of Apple's AirPort family.

Prince McLean 18 years ago 24

Apple updates AirPort Express with 802.11n


True to weekend rumors, Apple on Monday updated its AirPort Express mobile base station with 802.11n wireless technology, which delivers up to five times the performance and twice the range of the previous 802.11g model.

AppleInsider Staff 18 years ago 59

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