Samsung teases first foldable phone in new promo video

Samsung on Monday released a video to drum up attention for its first foldable phone, slated to be revealed at a Feb. 20 press event.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 24

Italy forces iPhone battery throttling notice posting on Apple's Italian homepage

Apple's homepage in Italy has been required to display a report about iOS updates affecting performance if a battery is chemically depleted or not functioning properly, following a lawsuit and a fine levied against both Apple and Samsung for reportedly misleading users.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 6

What we know about Samsung's upcoming iPhone rival, the Galaxy S10

Samsung is positioned to reveal its newest flagship Android phone, the Galaxy S10, at an "Unpacked" press event on Feb. 20. Here's what we know about the forthcoming iPhone competitor.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 22

Samsung seeks to buy Corephotonics, firm suing Apple over iPhone camera tech

Samsung is reportedly nearing a deal to acquire Israeli firm Corephotonics, a firm specializing in smartphone camera technology that's currently embroiled in a legal battle with Apple.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 19

Apple, other smartphone makers push for export credits & tariff cuts in India

In a 174-page proposal, Apple and other members of the Indian Cellular and Electronics Association have called on the country's government to give them tariff cuts on machinery imports, as well as export credits on apps and devices, if it wants manufacturing growth to continue.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 0

How the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max will fare against the Samsung Galaxy S10

With the impending launch of Samsung's Galaxy S10 next month, rumors and benchmarking suggest that it won't be as fast as the current generation of iPhones. Based on the pre-launch processor leaks, how will the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max fare against the next big thing to come out of Samsung?

AppleInsider Staff 7 years ago 50

iPhone X beats out Galaxy S10+ CPU in alleged benchmark testing

Supposed Geekbench data for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S10+ would put the phone's performance behind its direct competitor, the iPhone XS Max, and even 2017's iPhone X.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 31

Apple's COO delivers blistering testimony on Qualcomm's 'onerous demands' over cellular patents

Court testimony from Apple's Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams has laid out that Qualcomm has repeatedly flexed its monopoly control over the cellular industry in its dealings with Apple, demanding that Apple not only pay to license its patents, but also cross-license all of its own intellectual property above and beyond requiring a 5 percent cut of the total cost of Apple's products plus exclusivity in sourcing all of Apple's mobile chips.

Daniel Eran Dilger 7 years ago 15

Samsung has a long history of mocking Apple before copying it

Stop us if you've heard this one. Apple makes some change to its iPhones, Samsung's PR company mocks the very idea — and finally Samsung copies it. Sometimes the company keeps a low profile, sometimes it shouts about Apple's missteps, but always, always Samsung then goes the same way.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 20

Exploring what you can, and can't do with HomeKit for TVs

HomeKit and AirPlay 2 will unlock a host of new functionality thanks to integration into many leading manufacturer's television sets, including Samsung, Vizio, and LG. AppleInsider examines what that will look like, and what you'll be able to do, when the features are available.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 14

5G iPhone might have Samsung or MediaTek modems, says Apple's Tony Blevins

Apple has considered the possibility of using modems from Samsung and MediaTek in its future 5G devices, testimony at a US Federal Trade Commission trial with Qualcomm reveals, with an Apple executive confirming there is a possibility of the two companies providing modems for the forthcoming 2019 iPhone refresh.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 22

No, Apple's licensing of iTunes & AirPlay 2 isn't a 'strategy reversal' in any way

Apple stole the limelight at CES without even appearing as an exhibitor, thanks to a series of announcements from Samsung and a series of other television makers incorporating Apple's AirPlay 2 wireless streaming in their products, including LG, Sony and Vizio. This news was cynically portrayed as a "strategy reversal" and a new effort at "copying Microsoft" by the Wall Street Journal — and out here in the real world, it is nothing of the sort.

Daniel Eran Dilger 7 years ago 73

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked on February 20 could reveal foldable smartphone alongside new Galaxy model

Samsung has confirmed it will be showing off its newest flagship smartphone model in a Galaxy Unpacked event on February 20, one that could potentially feature a commercialized version of a foldable smartphone concept it revealed in November.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 21

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iTunes and AirPlay on your Television, HomeKit everywhere — AppleInsider Podcast at CES

Victor Marks 7 years ago 5

Apple posts detailed roster of first AirPlay 2-equipped TVs

Following up on third-party announcements at CES 2019, Apple has posted a list of the initial TVs slated to get AirPlay 2 — containing good news for recent Vizio and Samsung buyers, but not for LG or Sony owners.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 13

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