Apple Pay expands to 27 new US banks, plus new options in China, Ireland, Russia, Italy Apple on Tuesday added 27 U.S. banks and credit unions to the Apple Pay roster, while simultaneously bringing the platform to more options in China, Italy, Ireland, and Russia. Roger Fingas 8 years ago 0
Apple turns to contracted freelancers to help boost accuracy of Apple Maps data Apple is reportedly using paid freelance contributions to help improve the accuracy of Apple Maps, and may kickstart a new phase in the work later this month. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 26
Apple Maps gains public transit directions for Paris Filling in an important gap in its native Maps apps for iOS and macOS, Apple this weekend introduced public transit directions for Paris, including detailed station information. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10
3D imaging tech in Apple's 'iPhone 8' may push launch past September - report The 3D imaging sensors anticipated for the "iPhone 8" are being produced by STMicroelectronics at a factory in France, a report said on Wednesday, cautioning that parts might not be ready by Apple's usual September launch window. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6
Apple to open third Parisian store on Dec. 3 Apple will open a new Parisian store on Dec. 3, the company has announced, marking its third in the heart of the city. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 0
France & Netherlands among EU countries considering pursuing share of Apple taxes In the wake of the European Commission's ruling against tax deals between Apple and Ireland, the finance ministers of several other European countries are reportedly considering a share of the iPhone maker's back taxes. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 53
French, German ministers to meet in push to counter encrypted messaging apps France's interior minister on Thursday announced plans to meet with a German counterpart and tackle the issue of encrypted messaging apps, which he argued are preventing intelligence agencies from fighting terrorism. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 30
French talk show resorts to iPhones to continue shooting after power outage Following a sudden power outage in the studio, part of the Saturday episode of a popular French talk show was reportedly shot on Apple's iPhone. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 25
Apple Pay confirmed for France, Hong Kong & Switzerland in coming months During its WWDC keynote, Apple solidified rumors by announcing that Apple Pay will be coming to France, Switzerland, and Hong Kong in the next several months. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 9
Apple's installment-based iPhone trade-up program comes to France, Italy & Spain Apple on Friday brought its "Trade Up with Installments" program to France, Italy, and Spain, expanding it beyond U.S. borders for the first time. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 3
France says Apple owes 48.5 million euros for unfair iPhone contracts with carriers France's competition, consumer, and fraud agency — the DGCCRF — has reportedly launched a court case against Apple seeking 48.5 million euros ($55.3 million), saying the company is maintaining unfair carrier contracts that grant it too much control. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 73
Apple Pay coming to China this week, France in months, reports say Apple Pay could be on the verge of launching in China and France, with the former debut potentially happening as soon as Feb. 18, a pair of reports indicated on Monday. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 9
