Apple likely to ship only 3 million 'iWatch' units this year, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says

Market expectations for Apple's anticipated "iWatch" may be grossly overestimated, as well-connected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said on Thursday that he expects that only 3 million wrist-worn smart devices from Apple will make it to store shelves by the end of this year.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 71

Rumor: 'iWatch' production hits snags, will not begin until Q4 2014

Executives at longtime Apple supplier TPK — thought to have been selected by the iPhone maker to manufacture touch modules for the so-called "iWatch" — are said to have revised earlier forecasts for a profit uptick in the third quarter, pushing the expected surge back by three months in what is seen as an indication that Apple's wearable is suffering from delays.

Sam Oliver 11 years ago 44

Apple spending on manufacturing & parts sees biggest increase since 2007 launch of first iPhone

The data in Apple's recently released 10-Q filing reveals the company has invested heavily in manufacturing and component purchases as it gears up for a series of highly anticipated major product launches this fall, including a next-generation iPhone and anticipated "iWatch."

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 34

Swatch denies rumor it's working with Apple on 'iWatch'

Swiss watchmaker Swatch has moved to quickly extinguish rumors that claimed it is working with Apple on the company's hotly anticipated "iWatch."

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 41

Apple reportedly working with Swatch, other watchmakers to roll out multiple 'iWatch' devices

As rumors of Apple's anticipated entry into the smartwatch sector mount, a report on Wednesday claims Cupertino has been collaborating with Swatch and other major traditional watchmakers to release a range of branded products that appeal to a wider swath of buyers.

Mikey Campbell 11 years ago 86

Apple granted comprehensive 'iTime' smartwatch patent with in-strap circuitry, arm gesture support

In one of the clearest signs that Apple is — and has been — working on a smartwatch device, the Cupertino company was on Tuesday granted a patent for a wrist-worn wearable with augmented strap capabilities, support for arm and wrist gestures, advanced proximity-sensing circuitry and much more.

Mikey Campbell 11 years ago 100

Rumor: Apple's 'iWatch' will come in two sizes, three models when it launches this fall

Apple is said to be planning to release a wrist-worn device this fall with touchscreen sizes of 1.6 and 1.8 inches, with the larger having an option for sapphire, according to the latest "iWatch" rumor out of the Far East.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 39

Morgan Stanley ups Apple price target to $110, sees sales of up to 60M 'iWatch' units in first year

Strong customer loyalty for Apple's iPhone is predicted by Morgan Stanley to drive a so-called "halo effect" for sales of the company's rumored "iWatch," prompting the investment firm on Monday to increase its price target for AAPL stock to $110.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 16

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple "iWatch" mass production pushed back to November [u]

Industry consensus holds that Apple's so-called "iWatch" will see manufacture in September ahead of wide distribution in December, but one well-connected analyst believes mass production is to be pushed back to November, meaning only small quantities will be available at launch.

Mikey Campbell 11 years ago 63

Apple picks up two engineers from spun down Nike FuelBand team

Apple's rumored wearables team, widely thought to be working on a so-called "iWatch" device, recently got an infusion of new talent as the company brought on two former engineers from Nike's stagnant FuelBand program.

Mikey Campbell 11 years ago 7

Apple hires sales director of Swiss watch maker TAG Heuer for anticipated 'iWatch' launch

The sales director of luxury watch maker TAG Heuer, which also owns the brands Hublot and Zenith, has reportedly left the company to assist Apple in the anticipated launch of its rumored "iWatch" this fall.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 127

Microsoft rumored to debut platform-agnostic 'smart wristband' in Q4 with focus on fitness

According to a rumor, Microsoft's expected foray into the burgeoning wearables market will be an activity-minded wristband-style device that works with all major mobile platforms including Windows Phone, Google's Android and Apple's iOS.

Mikey Campbell 11 years ago 38

Apple's Cook says iOS 8 voice messaging a key feature, prompts speculation of inclusion in 'iWatch'

Citing a meeting with Apple CEO Tim Cook, an analyst released a report on Wednesday predicting iOS 8's new voice messaging feature could trickle down to a long-rumored "iWatch" wearable device, noting the gesture-based messaging technique is ideal for small-screened devices.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 66

For Apple fans dreaming of sapphire iPhones, Liquidmetal could be a cautionary tale

Apple certainly likes to keep its competition — and fans — guessing about its next moves, and one of the company's best head-fakes in recent years was an exclusive arrangement for a unique metal alloy dubbed Liquidmetal. News of that deal sparked fantasies of mythical Liquidmetal products built by Apple — wishful thinking that may now be repeating once again with the company's latest investment in sapphire.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 104

Apple's hire of former Atlas Wearables software engineer hints at deep 'iWatch' activity tracking capabilities

With 'iWatch' rumors in full swing thanks to Google's recent push into the market, a report on Thursday points to the recent Apple hire of Alex Hsieh, former lead engineer at sports training-oriented fitness device startup Atlas Wearables.

Mikey Campbell 11 years ago 16

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