Indonesian iPhone sales to resume on March 31 after Apple R&D investments

Apple is on track to resume iPhone sales in Indonesia toward the end of the month, a report said on Friday, following a roughly two-year period during which sourcing requirements kept the device off the local market.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6

Apple's iOS 10.2.1 addresses unexpected iPhone 6, 6s shutdowns

Apple on Thursday revealed an iOS point update that was released a month ago includes a bug fix for an issue causing iPhone 6, 6s, 6 Plus and 6s Plus device owners to experience unexpected shutdowns.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 17

Data shows Apple clawing back iPhone share in US, but ceding ground in China

Apple's iPhone continued to gain more U.S. marketshare towards the end of 2016, according to research data published on Wednesday, but saw setbacks in China, facing tough competition from local and often cheaper alternatives.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 20

Impending iOS update to help diagnose additional iPhone battery shutdowns

An imminent iOS update will help collect information about sudden iPhone shutdowns, specifically problems aren't limited to the iPhone 6s units Apple is currently offering battery replacements for, according to an updated support document posted on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 20

Apple blames iPhone 6s battery problems on air exposure during manufacturing

Elaborating on an unfolding issue with iPhone 6s shutdowns, Apple on Friday linked the problem to gaffes during the manufacturing process.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 32

New Apple tool lets iPhone 6s owners check for free battery swap eligibility

People worried about whether their iPhone 6s qualifies for Apple's free battery replacement program can now check directly via the company's website.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 19

Apple to replace batteries of iPhone 6s units suffering from unexpected shutdowns [u]

It seems Apple has run into its own smartphone battery troubles. Days after the company launched an iPhone 6 Plus repair program for units impacted by so-called "touch disease" faults, a new initiative activated on Sunday seeks to replace a batch of iPhone 6s batteries causing unexpected device shutdowns.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 41

China looks into sudden iPhone 6 & 6s shutdowns plaguing some Apple customers

The China Consumers Association on Tuesday asked Apple to investigate complaints that some iPhone 6 and 6s units are shutting off suddenly and permanently, despite nominally having plenty of charge left.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 41

Apple relaunches online sales of refurbished iPhones [u]

For the first time in years, Apple has begun selling refurbished iPhones from its U.S. online store, giving people a cheaper way of getting into the iPhone ecosystem while still having official warranty support. [Updated with corrections]

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 21

Appealing upsell of iPhone 7 Plus predicted to help Apple's average selling price exceed expectations

While most on Wall Street expect the average selling price of the iPhone will drop this holiday season, RBC Capital Markets believes the greater capabilities of the iPhone 7 Plus could have a counter effect, resulting in stronger-than-anticipated earnings per share for Apple.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 18

Apple opens trade-up program to iPhone SE, 6s & 6s Plus with $315 maximum

Prospective iPhone 7 buyers looking to make money off their old iPhones can now turn in an iPhone SE, 6s, or 6s Plus as a part of Apple's trade-up program, though the store credit given may still be significantly lower than what's offered by some third parties.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 13

Apple changes iPhone 6s pricing and storage options, cuts 64GB iPhone SE to $449

In the wake of its iPhone 7 announcement, Apple has made a series of changes to the existing iPhone lineup, looking to make the iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, and SE more appealing to cost-conscious shoppers.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 16

Everything you need to know before preordering Apple's iPhone 7 & iPhone 7 Plus on Friday, Sept. 9

In just a few short days, the new iPhone 7 will be available for preorder ahead of its Sept. 16 launch. AppleInsider is here to guide you through your choices to help you decide which model is right for you.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 43

Research data suggests Apple iPhone marketshare dropping beyond seasonal averages

Research data released on Thursday further reinforces the belief that Apple's smartphone marketshare is eroding not just in international markets, but in the U.S. as well.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 50

Apple's US & European iPhone sales grow despite global setbacks

Apple managed to grow its iPhone sales in the U.S. and the big five European markets during the June quarter, in spite of a global decline in shipments, according to new research data.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10

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