iPad 3 on track for early-mid March release
It's that time of year again, folks. With March fast approaching, the iPad 3 rumors continue to roll in with increased frequency. And while some iPad 3 features remain open to speculation, we now have an idea as to when we might expect Apple to launch its next-gen tablet. Read more
Steve Jobs' FBI file touches on past drug use and ability to "twist the truth"
Upon request, the FBI released their file on Steve Jobs.
What's that you say? Steve Jobs had an FBI file?
Indeed he did.
As it turns out, the Apple co-founder was subject to an FBI background check stemming from a possible appointment from former President George H. W. Bush (the first Bush). As part of the standard background check, a number of individuals close to Jobs were interviewed as to Jobs' character, background, and drug use. Read more
iPhone 5 release set for Summer 2012 - Report
The iPhone 4S, as opposed to every other iPhone released before it, launched in October as opposed to the typical June/July release date we had come to expect. At the heart of the delay, according to uncorroborated reports, were a few quality control issues that Apple wanted to adequately fix before bringing the next-gen iPhone to market. Read more
Apple hires John Browett to replace Ron Johnson as Senior VP of Retail
Earlier this week, Apple announced that John Browett will be joining Apple as the company's new Senior VP of Retail. Browett will assume the role previously held by Ron Johnson who left a few months ago to assume the CEO position at JC Penney. Read more
Apple's charitable matching program now open to part-time US employees
Shortly after assuming the CEO position at Apple, Tim Cook wasted no time in instituting a few changes. The first noteworthy change occurred in early September when Cook announced a charitable matching program for Apple employees.
Under the new program, which Cook announced via email, Cook said that Apple will match charitable donations from Apple employees up to $10,000 per year. Read more
iPhone 5 production set to begin - Report
Citing a reliable source, 9to5Mac reported a few days ago that iPhone 5 production is set to begin soon, perhaps signaling a Summer release date for Apple's next-gen iPhone.
The source in question dropped a few interesting nuggets of information: Read more
Apple employees will soon be eligible for steep Mac and iPad discounts
Last week was a watershed moment for Apple. Record breaking earnings resulting from all-time quarterly sales of iPhones, Macs, and iPads. A hat trick of success, so to speak. Read more
Following Apple's stunning earnings announcement, which again, completely blew away even the most bullish of Wall Street expectations, Tim Cook announced a new program at an Apple town hall meeting wherein Apple employees can now purchase iPads for $250 off and Macs for $500 off.
Apple delivers record breaking earnings thanks to iPhone and iPad sales records
It was probably hard to miss last week, but in case you did happen to miss it, Apple last week released its earnings results from the December 2011 quarter and the results were absolutely unprecedented.
Apple reported earnings of $13.87 a share on revenue of $46.33 billion and profits of $13.06 billion. Read more
Amid allegations of horrid conditions at iPhone manufacturing plant, Apple CEO Tim Cook responds
Following a lengthy New York Times article detailing the human cost that often accompanies the manufacturing of Apple products in China, Apple CEO Tim Cook wasted no time in addressing the matter.
In a company wide email sent to all employees, Cook stressed that Apple does not, under any circumstance, tolerate any of the dangerous working conditions laid out in the Times article. Read more
Inside Apple's secret packaging room
Adam Lashinsky's upcoming book, Inside Apple, provides an intriguing look into the inner workings at Apple while examining the management and product development strategies they've implemented to create numerous game-changing devices.
Now it's no secret that Apple sweats every last detail when it comes to their products - which if anything, is actually an understatement. Read more
iPad 3 slated for release in early February
iPad 3 rumors continue to roll in fast and furious. Hot on the heels of a report that the next-gen iPad will house a quad-core processor and will support 4G LTE networks, the Japanese-language Macotakara blog is reporting that Apple will hold a special iPad media event in early February to be followed by an iPad 3 release in early March. Read more
iPad 3 to feature quad-core processor along with LTE support
Despite an onslaught of competitors, Apple's iPad remains the tablet to beat nearly 2 years after its initial release. As is often the case, Apple's rivals seem to be competing with Apple's current incarnation of the iPad, leaving them perpetually playing catchup. Read more
Apple to hold education-centric media event next week in NYC
Apple a few days ago sent out invitations to a few select media outlets inviting them to a special media event set to take place at the Guggenheim Museum in NYC next Thursday, January 19. Read more
Apple's HDTV and the challenge of subscription programming
The noise surrounding Apple’s alleged foray into the HDTV market has grown increasingly louder over the past few months. And while some are quick to boldly proclaim that Apple will upend the Television industry in much the same way it revolutionized music and phones, the reality is much more nuanced. Read more
iPad 3 to sport HD camera on the front, upgraded camera on the back
Apple hasn’t experienced the same type of competition in the tablet space as it has in the smartphone space, but with the recently released Kindle Fire seemingly selling like hotcakes, it will be interesting to see how Apple approaches their tablet offerings in 2012. Read more
Apple media event in January to focus on publishing and iBooks
Apple is planning a special media-related event this month in New York according to a new report from Kara Swisher of All Things D. But before you get too excited, the event will not be centered on the upcoming iPad 3 or the mythical Apple HDTV. Read more
Apple fined $1.2 million in Italy over warranty practices; Appeal planned
Last week, Italy fined Apple $1.2 million for failing to provide consumers with 2-year warranties, free of charge, as provided by Italian law. Further, Italian regulators claim that Apple misled customers as to the extent of their warranty coverage. Note that Apple does provide free warranty coverage, but only for a 1-year period. Anything after that 1-year period requires additional payments. Read more
Purported leaked photo of iPad 3 Retina Display emerges
It's about that time, folks. With the iPad 3 launch likely set for late March or early April, an influx of rumors and leaked photos are primed to make an appearance. That said, an image spotted on a Korean message board purports to show an iPad 3 Retina Display juxtaposed against an iPad 2 screen.
In the photo below, the iPad 3 screen is on the bottom.
iPhone 5 with new design set to launch in Fall 2012
Citing a trusted source, BGR earlier this week dropped a number of interesting tidbits regarding the iPhone 5. First, Apple’s next-gen iPhone will reportedly launch in the Fall of 2012, perhaps signaling an end to Apple’s historic pattern of releasing a new device in the Summer, save of course for the iPhone 4S. Read more
Apple secures ITC import ban against HTC devices
Apple scored a significant legal victory earlier this week when the ITC ruled that HTC’s Android based smartphones infringe upon one of the claims Apple patent #5,946,747. The patent in question relates to the analysis and linking of data structures. Read more
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