GM's Chevy Spark, Sonic first with Siri Eyes Free for iPhone

General Motors is the first car company to announce support for Apple's new "Eyes Free" mode for the iPhone, as the Chevrolet Spark and Sonic will be among the first vehicles compatible with Siri.

Slash Lane 13 years ago 21

Review roundup: Samsung Galaxy S III called a strong iPhone competitor

Samsung's new flagship smartphone, the Android-powered Galaxy S III, hits all four major carriers in the U.S. this week, and has been met positively with reviews from the mainstream media.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 57

FaceTime over 3G with iOS 6 limited to iPhone 4S, iPad 3

Another new feature coming in iOS 6 will be limited to devices running Apple's custom A5 chip or later, as FaceTime over 3G will only be capable on the iPhone 4S or third-generation iPad.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 149

iOS 6 Maps turn-by-turn requires iPhone 4S, iPad 2 or later

When Apple launches iOS 6 this fall, iPhone 4 users won't be able to use turn-by-turn directions or Flyover in the new Maps application, as that functionality is limited to the iPhone 4S, iPad 2, and third-generation iPad.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 178

Wall Street expects iOS 6 to increase Apple's smartphone market share

Apple's 2012 Worldwide Developers Conference Keynote was met positively by analyst on Wall Street, who expect this year's iOS 6 upgrade to further establish the iPhone as the leading device in the smartphone market.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 12

Alleged iOS 6 beta details suggest support for iPhone 3GS

New details from the Far East purport to show the full list of supported devices for Apple's iOS 6 beta, and included among those is the iPhone 3GS, first released in 2009.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 75

iPhone 4S drawdown ahead of Apple's next model is smaller than expected

Suppliers are said to be less concerned about Apple's expected decrease in production of the iPhone 4S ahead of a new iPhone model, as sales of the 2011 smartphone remain strong.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 28

73% of iPhone buyers choose 4S, 38% switch from Android or BlackBerry

A new survey of American iPhone buyers has revealed that 73 percent choose the high-end iPhone 4S, while 38 percent of those buying Apple's smartphone reported switching from Android or BlackBerry.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 53

Apple's iPhone coming to Virgin Mobile with $30/mo. plans June 29

Virgin Mobile USA announced on Thursday that it will offer Apple's iPhone 4S and iPhone 4 beginning Friday, June 29, with contract-free plans as low as $30 per month.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 36

26% larger 16:9 iPhone screen would retain single-hand operability

By making a new iPhone with a taller, 4.08-inch screen, Apple could offer users the benefits of a larger 16-to-9 display while also retaining the ability to operate the device while holding it with just one hand.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 126

Prepaid iPhone coming to Virgin Mobile USA by July - report

Sprint's Virgin Mobile USA will become the second American carrier to offer Apple's iPhone without a service contract, according to a new report.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 22

Apple, Samsung expected to control 52% of smartphone sales through 2013

Together, Apple and Samsung will represent more than half of all global smartphone sales through the year 2013, according to a new projection.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 20

Samsung takes cue from Apple, unifies US branding of Galaxy S III

Previous Galaxy smartphones had different brand names at different U.S. carriers that potentially confused consumers, prompting Samsung to brand its latest flagship smartphone as just the Galaxy S III at all four major U.S. wireless providers.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 89

Rumor: Prepaid carrier Boost Mobile to sell iPhone in September

On the heels of the news that Cricket Wireless will become the first prepaid carrier in the U.S. to offer Apple's iPhone later this month, an unverified report claims Sprint subsidiary Boost Mobile will also begin offering the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S this September.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 17

Video shows taller front panel allegedly for Apple's next iPhone

A new video purports to show the front panel of Apple's next-generation iPhone, with space for a screen length appreciably greater than previous-generation models.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 80

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