Apple scraps plans for first Australian 'global flagship' store

Apple has shelved plans to build its first global flagship retail store in Australia, as heritage authority officials effectively blocked development of the proposed Federation Square site by declining a demolition permit application.

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 30

Artists claim Apple pays in goods instead of cash for Today at Apple sessions

Apple has come under fire for failing to pay artists taking part in the Apple Store's Today at Apple sessions in San Francisco, after it was discovered participants were offered a free Apple product instead of receiving an appearance fee from the retail outlet.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 47

Angela Ahrendts talks future after Apple as Deirdre O'Brien receives stock bonus

Angela Ahrendts on Thursday briefly commented on near-term plans after it was announced that she would depart her role as Apple's retail chief in April, while Ahrendts' successor, Deirdre O'Brien, took receipt of a stock bonus potentially worth tens of millions of dollars.

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 30

The secret of Apple's success in selling premium tech as an affordable luxury

Apple's hardware designs, software, icons, marketing, retail strategy, and branding have all been closely copied by its rivals. One thing they aren't copying is Apple's vast, premium installed base of loyal buyers. That's the primary foundation of Apple's wildly successful, global business that's uniquely selling massive volumes of luxury-class, premium-priced products in markets where competitors fight over sales of low-priced commodity units with thin margins. Why can't anyone else achieve what Apple has?

Daniel Eran Dilger 7 years ago 46

Walmart forecast to usurp Apple as No. 3 online retailer in U.S., Amazon widens overwhelming lead

Big-box retailer Walmart is predicted to overtake Apple as America's third-largest online retailer by the end of 2018, a result of a wider slowdown in smartphone and consumer electronic sales, according to a report Friday.

AppleInsider Staff 7 years ago 17

Amazon deal brings new iPhones and iPads to store in time for holidays

Amazon will be expanding the selection of Apple products sold in its online store in the coming weeks, following an agreement with Apple to allow the online retailer to sell Apple's newest iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch models.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 0

Apple reveals first Thailand store ahead of opening on Saturday

Apple on Wednesday offered a preview of its forthcoming Iconsiam outlet in Bangkok, Thailand, which will open on Saturday as the company's first retail presence in that country.

AppleInsider Staff 7 years ago 15

Apple Stores reach 18,000 'Today at Apple' sessions weekly and will add 60 new lessons

Angela Ahrendts announces Today at Apple program of workshops and lessons is expanding with 60 new topics including ones on video, music and coding to begin in the New Year.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 5

Apple event in downtown Brooklyn brings theater to retail

Nearly a year after it opened its Downtown Brooklyn retail store, Apple has temporarily expanded its New York footprint by taking over the Howard Gilman Opera House across the street in preparation for the theatrical introduction of new products for the holiday — beyond its freshly released 2018 iPhones and Apple Watch Series 4.

Daniel Eran Dilger 7 years ago 8

Apple's iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV are changing the customer experience for the better

Apple's wide array of devices including iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs have become ubiquitous in our homes, but most customer-facing installations still rely on inadequate technology. AppleInsider talks to industry mavens to discuss the present and future of Apple's devices in customer service.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 11

Availability shrinking for LG UltraFine 5K Display at Apple Stores

The online Apple Store is no longer offering in-store pickup for the LG UltraFine 5K Display for a large number of outlets around the globe, a possible indication that the screens may be replaced by a new model, potentially even the anticipated Apple-produced displays.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 24

Apple reveals Kyoto store ahead of grand opening on Saturday

Apple late Wednesday announced the upcoming grand opening of its new store in Kyoto, the second in a series of retail debuts and renovations planned for the Japanese market.

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 3

Major renovation coming to first Apple Store at Tysons Corner, Virginia

According to permits filed in Virginia, the Tysons Corner Mall Apple store is looking at a big renovation at some point in the future, including demolition.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 4

Apple once again rumored to transform LA landmark into retail store

A report on Wednesday revived rumors of Apple's interest in turning the Tower Theater, a designated historic-cultural monument in downtown Los Angeles, into a retail outlet, though hard evidence of the company's plans remains elusive.

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 9

Apple in talks to open first Israeli store in country's tallest building, report says

Apple is reportedly in talks with an Israeli retail property group to bring its company-owned brick-and-mortar stores to the country, the latest in an effort to open consumer hubs in the world's major metropolitan centers.

Victor Marks 8 years ago 17

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