Notes of interest from Apple's Q2 2019 earnings report and conference call

Following the publication of its second fiscal quarter of 2019 results, encompassing January through March, Apple provided additional detail surrounding the continuing situation in China, as well as more information about the Services business in an earnings conference call.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 15

Substantial, serious, professional and luxurious: Apple ditches candy-colored plastic for a new era of glass

In the same way that Apple introduced Bondi blue hardware and a lickable Aqua interface to distinguish its product lineup for the new Millennium, it also rapidly ushered in a fresh new era dominated by more substantial, serious, professional and luxurious materials, notably glass framed by metal, in both its hardware and in the virtual realm of its software.

Daniel Eran Dilger 7 years ago 29

Apple's millennial leap from fading Golden Age icon to flexible, flashy plastic fashion

Apple's deft transition in the late 90s from an aging icon into a fresh, modern brand with the ability to capture the attention of buyers is now virtually ancient history. But it provides some perspective on Apple's current position, which is frequently characterized as being one mistake away from doom. There are also lessons for Apple's competitors.

Daniel Eran Dilger 7 years ago 16

Review: 27-Inch iMac 5K with i5 processor - 2012 on the outside, 2019 on the inside

The new iMac 5K may look the same as the old one, but even at the low-end with new faster internals, this will be the go-to machine looking for a monstrous Apple display and solid performance.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 62

Deals: MacBook Pros for $1,099, plus $400 off iMac 5Ks & iPads for $249

New Apple deals have just arrived, with Amazon knocking $200 off current 13-inch MacBook Pros and $400 off 15-inch MacBook Pros. Closeout iMac 5Ks are also on sale at up to $400 off, while iPad Pros are up to $480 off while supplies last.

Christine McKee 7 years ago 0

Review: The 2019 21.5-inch iMac 4K is iterative, not transformative

We've been using and testing the new 2019 iMac 4K for about two weeks now, and while the spec bump is greatly appreciated, an otherwise unchanged machine is more iterative than transformative.

Mark Linsangan 7 years ago 42

Hands-on with Apple's new Core i9 iMac 5K with Vega graphics: benchmarks and first impressions

Now that we have a new line of iMacs, we've upgraded the 27-inch iMac 5K with the 8-core i9 Intel processor and the Radeon Pro Vega 48 graphics for ultimate performance. Our first impressions with this new machine are very promising, so let's check out the benchmarks that back them up.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 32

Here's how to save $50 to $150 on Apple's new 2019 iMac 5K and iMac 4K with upgrades

Apple authorized reseller Adorama has just issued exclusive coupon discounts on all CTO 2019 21.5-inch iMac 4K and 27-inch iMac 5K models. Save $50 to $150 instantly with the bonus promo code, delivering readers with the lowest prices available on the new desktops.

Christine McKee 7 years ago 0

OWC offering higher capacity and more affordable RAM options for 2019 iMac 5K

OWC is now offering upgraded RAM kits for the new 2019 27-inch iMac up to 128GB, offering more affordability and higher capacities than factory configurations.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 22

April Apple deals: Macs on sale from $379 (up to $800 off), 128GB iPads for $329 ($100 off)

It may be April Fools' Day, but these deals are no laughing matter. Save hundreds instantly on a variety of Apple devices, from Mac minis for $379 to $800 off loaded closeout 13-inch MacBook Pros. Those shopping for graduation gifts can also snap up cash discounts on iPads, with prices starting at just $249.

Christine McKee 7 years ago 0

iMac, iMac 4k, iMac 5k, or iMac Pro - which iMac should you buy?

Now that the iMac lineup has been refreshed, the choice of which model to buy is challenging again. AppleInsider helps you navigate the configuration options to find the best iMac for your needs.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 24

2019 iMac performance ranges from 5% to 66% increase over previous models

The new 2019 iMacs have just started being delivered to customers, and there are now a wide set of benchmarks that span the entire refreshed lineup.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 7

End of month blowout deals: $300 off 13" MacBook Pros, 2019 iPad and iMac discounts, hundreds off closeouts [u]

Apple authorized resellers have just launched instant rebates on Apple's latest hardware, with many models now in stock. Meanwhile, closeout devices are up to $350 off with free shipping and no tax collected in several states. Plus, grab a 13-inch MacBook Pro at $300 off while supplies last.

Christine McKee 7 years ago 0

Benchmarks for high-end iMac 5K show 75 percent speed gain over 2017 model

A set of new benchmarks for what appears to be the high-end iMac 5K have surfaced, with the published results from Geekbench suggesting it will be a considerable upgrade compared with the 2017 refresh of the Mac product line.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 22

Hands on and benchmark testing of Apple's 2019 iMac 4K

Apple's refreshed iMac 4K has arrived! While it's going to take a while to give you our full review of the new model, we've got some thoughts, and some tests to share now.

Mark Linsangan 7 years ago 53

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