Fifth Avenue Apple Store's iconic glass cube is unwrapped

The famous glass cube at Apple's Fifth Avenue retail space in New York has been uncovered, with the now-visible landmark a sign that a two-year remodeling effort for the Apple Store is close to completion, and is likely to reopen in the near future.

Malcolm Owen 6 years ago 29

Former Apple retail head Ahrendts says worker retention hit almost 89% under her watch

In spite of criticisms, the retention rate for Apple's retail workers grew from 61% to "nearly 89%" during the past five years, former Apple retail head Angela Ahrendts told a podcast this week.

Roger Fingas 6 years ago 11

Seven Apple Music 'Up Next' concerts coming to major Apple stores

Seven special concerts featuring Apple Music's "Up Next" lineup will take place at Apple stores in major cities, an official events coordinator revealed on Monday.

Roger Fingas 6 years ago 2

Apple Xinyi A13 store previewed ahead of Saturday opening

Apple on Thursday offered a sneak peek at its Apple Xinyi A13 store in Taipei ahead of its grand opening this weekend, showing off a glass and stone pavilion design that shares elements common to recent flagship locations.

AppleInsider Staff 6 years ago 9

PSA for parents: Apple Camp reservations start on June 17

On June 17 Apple will open up U.S. reservations for Apple Camp, its annual retail program meant to hook kids on its products by way of various creative and coding projects.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 1

Former Apple retail chief Ahrendts says 'mission accomplished,' denies reported criticisms

Speaking publicly for the first time since leaving Apple in April, Angela Ahrendts in an interview Friday reflected on her tenure as the company's head of retail, calling it "mission accomplished."

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 57

Steve Jobs proposed an Apple Card as far back as 2004

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs floated the idea of an Apple Card in 2004, though that incarnation would've been far different, according to one of the company's former creative directors.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 7

Former Apple retail head Angela Ahrendts joins Airbnb's board of directors

Apple's recently-exited retail VP, Angela Ahrendts, on Thursday joined the board of directors for home rental giant Airbnb.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 19

Tim Cook inaugurates Apple Carnegie Library with help from DC's mayor

Apple drew special attention to the launch of its Carnegie Library store in D.C. on Saturday, bringing not just CEO Tim Cook but retail head Deirdre O'Brien, marketing chief Phil Schiller, and the city's mayor, Muriel Bowser.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 13

Apple shares first official photos of Carnegie Library store in DC

Apple on Thursday previewed its Carnegie Library store in Washington, D.C., set to open on Saturday at 10 a.m., saying it will help the Library once again serve a public good despite much of it being turned into a private store.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 16

Former Apple retail head Angela Ahrendts upset 'finely tuned balance'

Former Apple retail chief Angela Ahrendts upset a "finely tuned balance" at the company's stores in the name of branding, a report suggested on Tuesday, with interviews with employees supposedly indicating the brand push was more important than helping customers.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 89

Responsibility, foundation, and speed biggest lessons learned by Angela Ahrendts during Apple tenure

"Never forget where you came from" is one of the important lessons former Apple Retail chief Angela Ahrendts learned during her tenure at the company, her first interview after leaving the iPhone producer reveals, one which covers both her departure and her arrival at the tech titan.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 8

Tim Cook says $30M Carnegie Library Apple Store is more than about selling iPhones

Apple CEO Tim Cook hopes the soon-to-open Apple Store at the Carnegie Library will be more than a retail outlet, one that reportedly cost $30 million to renovate, suggesting the focus is on community and creativity, rather than selling iPhones and other products.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 29

Apple's Carnegie Library store in Washington D.C. opening May 11

Apple will be opening its Apple Store at Carnegie Library on May 11, telling customers to "create the next chapter" at the Washington D.C. location in a six-week StoryMakers Festival that celebrates the creative history of the location.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 2

Student sues Apple for $1 billion over false arrest linked to facial recognition tech

An 18-year-old student launched a $1 billion lawsuit against Apple and an associated security firm on Monday, accusing the pair of falsely linking him to a series of store thefts.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 56

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