Apple launched its new iPad Air 2 during the Thursday event that also brought an announcement about its new payment system, Apple Pay, scheduled to launch on Monday. The event took place in Cupertino, California, and focused not only on the iPad’s launch but also on Apple’s new operating software. Phil Schiller, the tech giant’s senior VP of worldwide marketing touted the new iPad Air 2 as … [Read more...]
GT Advanced Technologies, Apple’s Recent Acquisition, Files for Bankruptcy
Last year, Apple purchased GT Advanced Technologies for $578 million, after strenuous negotiations concerning the ultra-hard sapphire material producer. On Monday, GT filed for bankruptcy in a federal court, a move that comes only a few weeks after the tech giant revealed that it was no longer using sapphire as a cover for its newer iPhone models displays. Today’s bankruptcy filing is, however, … [Read more...]
Latest iPad Scheduled to Appear in October, Apple Hints
Apple has hinted at the introduction of its latest iPad, which is expected to appear on October 16th. However, users aren’t just hyped about the tablet that is about to be released. The tech giant may also be introducing its latest operating system, the OS X Yosemite and possibly a new iMac computer. All the commotion comes only weeks after the company launched the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus as well as … [Read more...]
Is the IPhone Encryption that Stops NSA Data Extraction Protecting Criminals?
While the latest iPhone models have caused a new hype with fans and non-fans worldwide, not just because of the amazing features that Apple has built into the new phones but also because of several flaws highlighted by users, there is one problem that the NSA might consider quite problematic. According to the MIT Technology Review, the latest iPhone 6 and 6 Plus models possess a significant … [Read more...]
Record Breaking Sales as New iPhone 6 Devices Top 10 Million in First Weekend
As would any investor in a company as large as Apple, shareholders are as obsessed with early device sales as movie producers are with opening tickets revenue from blockbusters. Happily, there is much to rejoice about for Apple’s investors. A big weekend where iPhone 6 sales are concerned has just passed and the numbers are in. As predicted, neither the iPhone 6 nor the iPhone 6 Plus are a … [Read more...]
Durability is a Big Bonus with Apple’s New iPhones
Apple’s new and bigger iPhones are all the craze, not just because of their recent unveiling, but also because both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus are more durable than previous models. They also clearly outmatch the leading Android contenders according to studies. The 4.7 inch iPhone 6 was the best all-around across a variety of tests. These tests measured not just how smartphones are prone … [Read more...]
The Apple Pay Feature is Generating Positive Feedback & Attracting Companies
The new iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and iWatch models were unveiled this month, after a long wait. Despite some critics, it seems that the technology on the new smart-phones are more cutting edge. For example, the iPhones now have new features including new payment services. Statistics also show that the iPhone 6 Plus is "more popular" than its smaller counterpart. According to the survey, out of the … [Read more...]
iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus Available Around the World, Traditional Queues Form
Forming lines outside Apple stores each fall became a tradition. Today the iPhone 6 was finally available to the public. Thousands of people formed queues around the world to be among the first people to get their hands on the latest Apple products. Both iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are available in Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, France, Germany, Puerto Rico, Canada and the U.S. For … [Read more...]
Apple Shares Close Above 100$ on Tuesday
Tuesday's Apple shares closed above 100$. This beats the company's last record high, which was almost two years ago. Investors are eagerly expecting the launch of Apple's new products, including the wearable watch and iPhone 6 models. The company touched 100.68$ in mid-afternoon trading, but it closed at 100.53$. The previous record high, from June's seven-for-one stock split in September 2012 … [Read more...]
iPhone 6 Rumor Round-up for the Week
The iPhone 6 is soon to be released, and the iOSphere, which is rumbling with excitement, is more and more certain that it knows everything there is to know about the new device (even if there are few details to go on). Some are certain that the "next generation" iPhone model will be sold in Thailand, while others hope that the iWatch will be announced at the same time with the iPhone 6 (during … [Read more...]
