Apple to reach goal of 40 Chinese stores later in June with outlets in Shanghai & Tianjin

Apple officially announced plans to launch two new Chinese outlets later this month, accomplishing a recent target of 40 stores across the Greater China region.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 0

India could exempt Apple Stores from local sourcing rules for 2-3 years - report

An idea allegedly being floated by the Indian government could make proposed Apple Stores exempt from local sourcing regulations, but only for two to three years, according to a new report

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 18

Apple beefs up 2016 Back to School sale, offers free Beats with Mac, iPhone or iPad purchase

Apple's 2016 Back to School sale is an improvement from last year, offering a better model of Beats headphones with the purchase of an eligible Mac, and also expanding the promotion to include free headphones with the purchase of an iPad Pro or newer iPhone.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 10

Apple Stores suffering from 'cult' atmosphere, advancement barriers, says UK staffer

For some workers, Apple Stores don't pay that well, don't leave much room for advancement, and sometimes produce an extremely difficult climate to work in, according to an interview with a U.K. staffer published on Saturday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 63

Indian finance minister shoots down prospect of local Apple Stores - report

India's finance minister has reportedly ratified a ruling that Apple must follow local sourcing rules, potentially halting the company's near-term attemps to launch its first stores in the country.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 49

Local sourcing rules may still block Apple Stores from expanding into India

Apple may not have secured permission to open its first stores in India after all, though the company has not been shut out of the process, a report said on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

Apple's Tim Cook talks retail, manufacturing, encryption & more with Indian PM Modi

As anticipated, Apple CEO Tim Cook met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, talking about issues such as retail stores, manufacturing, and app development, according to reports.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 6

Apple begins hiring for long-awaited Brooklyn store, likely opening this year

Apple is now hiring retail workers for its first store in Brooklyn , suggesting that the company's anticipated project in New York City's most populous borough will open its doors by the end of the year.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 3

Apple unveils Union Square store in San Francisco ahead of Saturday opening

Apple on Thursday revealed more details about its new Union Square outlet in San Francisco — launching on Saturday — including design features present in other recent Apple Stores, as well as some traits unique to the location.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 15

Apple mulls permanent expansion of Fifth Avenue store, feels 'entitled' to cut-rate FAO Schwarz lease

Apple's plan to temporarily relocate its flagship Fifth Avenue store from the base of the GM building to the old FAO Schwartz location has apparently evolved into a desire to permanently occupy the space — and without paying the going rate for rent.

Michael Beshara 10 years ago 27

Upcoming Union Square Apple Store next to feature massive 37-foot display

Construction crews building out Apple's San Francisco flagship store at Union Square have much to do before a planned opening this weekend, but at least one key element is already in place: a custom built, 37-foot in-store TV display.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 6

First three Indian Apple Stores rumored to launch by end of 2017

Apple is working to introduce its first three retail stores in India within the next 18 months, setting up shop in Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai, a report said on Monday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 1

Apple prepares to launch Union Square store in San Francisco, shutter Stockton location

Marking a long-awaited transition, Apple on Monday announced that its new Union Square store in San Francisco will open on May 21 at 10 a.m. Pacific time, while the shop's predecessor will shut down the night before.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Oklahoma City Apple Store to get 'next generation' design makeover

As part of an international effort to refresh the look and feel of its retail outlets, Apple recently shut down the Penn Square Mall Apple Store in Oklahoma City, Okla., in preparation of a "next generation" renovation.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 6

Apple could take over Dublin location for first Irish Apple Store

Apple could potentially sign a lease for real estate on Dublin's O'Connell Street, establishing its first-ever outlet in the country of Ireland, a report indicated on Friday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 27

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