By Reuters February 01, 2024 Apple on Thursday reported sales and profit that beat Wall Street estimates, powered by growth in its iPhone business. But China sales missed analysts’ targets. Apple shares were down 1.7% in after-hours trading. The 2% rise in overall fiscal first-quarter sales for the company ended four straight quarters of … Continue reading Apple revenue jumps 2%, but sliding iPhone sales in China worry investors
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4 ways Apple could make life easier for elderly customers—that would benefit us all
By Michael Grothaus January 27, 2024 When tech companies design their products, they usually think of younger generations first. After all, these are the people most likely to become long-term, recurring customers—and spread their love of the product far and wide on social media. But the cohort on the other end of the age … Continue reading 4 ways Apple could make life easier for elderly customers—that would benefit us all
Apple offers rivals access to tap-and-go payment tech to resolve EU antitrust case
By Associated Press January 19, 2024 Apple has promised to open up its tap-and-go mobile payment system to rivals, the European Union said Friday, as the U.S. tech company seeks to resolve an antitrust case and avoid a fine that potentially could be worth billions. Apple proposed letting third-party mobile wallet and payment service providers access … Continue reading Apple offers rivals access to tap-and-go payment tech to resolve EU antitrust case
Apple passes Samsung as the top seller of smartphones in the world
By Reuters January 17, 2024 (Reuters) – Apple ended Samsung Electronics’ 12-year run as the largest seller of smartphones in the world, after commanding a 20% market share in 2023, according to a report from International Data Corp. Samsung ended the year with a 19.4% share, followed by China’s Xiaomi, Oppo, and Transsion, preliminary … Continue reading Apple passes Samsung as the top seller of smartphones in the world
Apple ends Samsung’s decade-plus run as global smartphone shipment leader
Apple ends Samsung’s decade-plus run as global smartphone shipment leader It’s the first time Apple has held the top spot. Sarah Fielding Updated Tue, Jan 16, 2024 Apple The year 2023 turned out to be a big one for Apple’s iPhone. First, it got rid of the longstanding lightning port, and now reports indicate that … Continue reading Apple ends Samsung’s decade-plus run as global smartphone shipment leader
Apple is fitting users to Vision Pro in a brilliant way
By Mark Wilson January 12, 2024 Apple’s Vision Pro launches in February, but don’t expect to order the $3,500 headset like a typical iPhone or iMac. Unlike these more typical one-size-fits-all products, the Vision Pro’s headband and lightseal are being produced in different sizes that need to be fit to your face. But Apple … Continue reading Apple is fitting users to Vision Pro in a brilliant way
Apple is selling its contested Watch models again after import ban pause
Apple is selling its contested Watch models again after import ban pause You can scoop up a Series 9 or Ultra 2 directly from the company’s website. Lawrence Bonk Thu, Dec 28, 2023 Photo by Cherlynn Low / Engadget The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 wearables are back on sale via the … Continue reading Apple is selling its contested Watch models again after import ban pause
Apple Pay, Apple Card and Wallet are facing outages
Apple Pay, Apple Card and Wallet were down for some users this morning The issues didn’t affect everyone though. Devindra Hardawar Wed, Dec 20, 2023 NurPhoto via Getty Images Apple’s financial services, including Apple Pay, Apple Cash, Apple Card and Wallet, experienced service disruptions for some users between 6:15 AM and 6:49 AM Eastern … Continue reading Apple Pay, Apple Card and Wallet are facing outages
Apple, Visa and Mastercard sued in proposed class action antitrust case over Apple Pay card fees
Apple, Visa and Mastercard sued in proposed class action antitrust case over Apple Pay card fees The lawsuit alleges Visa and Mastercard bribed Apple to hamper competition, which drove up merchant fees. Cheyenne MacDonald Sat, Dec 16, 2023 REUTERS / Reuters A proposed class action lawsuit has accused Apple of accepting a form of … Continue reading Apple, Visa and Mastercard sued in proposed class action antitrust case over Apple Pay card fees