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6,141 'Apple News' stories November 2008 - January 2015

Apple News and Brief History

Before you can properly understand Apple News, it’s important to know its history. Apple was founded by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in 1976. In 1977, Apple’s sales were growing with the success of its early computers. Within a few years, Jobs and Wozniak hired designers and a production line crew. Apple went public in 1980 and was an instant success. Over the next few years, Apple shipped new computers featuring new graphical user interfaces, such as the original Macintosh in 1984. As the market for personal computers expanded through the 1990s, Apple lost market share to the cheaper Microsoft Windows on PC clones. Eventually, Wozniak and Jobs both left Apple. Jobs would go on to found NeXT and would return to Apple when NeXT was acquired in the late 90s. Apple then began a journey to the great second act in the history of the business world.

Since the release of the iPod in 2001, Apple has become a major player once again in the technology industry. After releasing the iPhone in 2007, the iPad in 2010, and the Apple Watch in 2015, Apple is now one of the largest companies in the world. Apple’s worldwide annual revenue totaled $274.5 billion for its 2020 fiscal year.

Today, Apple operates retail stores all across the world, has a growing services division, and an ever-expanding hardware lineup. The technology industry follows Apple news to see where the company is headed in the future.

Keep reading for the latest Apple news

Intel CEO says relationship with Apple strong amid rumors of Apple-designed Mac processors

Zac Hall Jan 16 2015 - 8:08 am PT

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As we reported earlier this week, often reliable KGI is predicting that Apple will bring its in-house designed A-series processor to an entry-level Mac sometime in 2016 with TSMC and Samsung expected to fab the potential A9X and A10X chips, respectively. As the move to put non-Intel chips in the Mac lineup would be a departure for the company, CNBC asked Intel CEO Brian Krzanich about the chip-maker’s business plans with Apple…
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Apple adds refurbished Retina 5K iMac to online store, prices start at $2,119

Chance Miller Jan 15 2015 - 8:34 pm PT

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Apple has recently added the 27-inch iMac with Retina display, originally released in October 2014, to the refurbished section of its online store. Currently, the baseline 5K iMac with a 3.5 GHz quad-core Core i5 processor, 8 GB of RAM, a 1 TB Fusion Drive, and an AMD Radeon R9 graphics processor will cost you $2,119 refurbished from Apple. That’s $380 – or 15%- off the price of a new model.

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Samsung brings in new design chief from Apple designer Jony Ive’s former firm

Chance Miller Jan 15 2015 - 6:59 pm PT

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Samsung announced last year that, after negative reviews of the design of its Galaxy S5, its head of mobile design Change Dong-hoon was being replaced by then VP of mobile design Lee Min-hyouck. Today, however, it was revealed that the company is bringing in an outside designer to help refresh its product lineup. A report from the Korea Herald states that Samsung has hired Lee Don-tae to be its new head of design. Don-tae would lead design of all Samsung gadgets, including smartphones.

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Leather Smart Covers $15, WD 2TB desktop HDD $65, iPhone 6 ultra-slim case $1, more

Justin Kahn Jan 15 2015 - 9:04 am PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the brand new 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

iTunes Free App of the Week: Marvel Pinball ($1 value)
GE built a smart Keurig brewer directly into its new Café French Door refrigerators
Cree enters the smart home space with its new Connected LED Bulb
Home: Green Earth Frying Pan Set $55, Crate & Barrel clearance up to 60% off, more
Toshiba Encore 7-inch 16GB Win 8.1 Tablet + 16GB MicroSD Card $79 ($139 value)

Apple iPad Leather Smart Covers for iPad 2/3/4 (variety of colors) $15 shipped (orig. $70)

Daily Deals: WD 2TB My Book External HD $65, Klipsch/Bose headphones from $30, Logitech wireless keyboard $18, more

iPhone 6 Ultra-slim matte cases in a variety of colors: $1 shipped (up to 8 weeks shipping)

Apple-certified MFi 3.3ft Lightning USB Cable: $7 Prime shipped, more

Small States: Bison Made crafts heirloom quality iPhone 6 wallets and other men’s accessories

More new deals:

New! Monitors: Dell UltraSharp 27″ IPS Widescreen $480, Acer 23″ LED w/ HDMI $130
New! Games/Apps: Far Cry 4 $36 (Reg. $60), Injustice $12 (Reg. $30), iOS freebies, more
New! Sennheiser Over-Ear Headphones $90 w/ free in-store pickup (Reg. $140+)
New! Nintendo Throwback Sale: Super Mario Galaxy 2 $10 for Wii U, more
New! Review: Chemex’s new Ottomatic – does premium coffee have a new king?
New! JBL OnBeat Bluetooth speaker/Lightning dock (refurb) $49 (orig. $200)
New! Multi-Function Wireless Monochrome Laser Printers: Brother $130, Ricoh $75
New! Dwell magazine subscription from $4.75 per year (Reg. up to $30)
New! Home: illuminated Glass Kettle $30, Lifesmart heater $130, more

More deals still alive:

Back at its lowest price: OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter (white) $29 Prime shipped (Reg. $45) http://t.co/IBofEbHyu8 pic.twitter.com/5ZDz3fkfdu

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) January 14, 2015

LifeProof frē waterproof iPhone 6 case in multiple colors: $59 shipped (26% off)
New Nintendo 3DS XL arrives for $200-$230, Super Mario + Wave 4 Amiibo coming
Sennheiser On-Ear Noise Canceling Collapsable Mini-Headphones $100 (Reg. $200)
PlayStation 20th Anniversary sale up to 75% off over 60 titles
1-yr magazine subs from $5: Men’s Health/Fitness, Runner’s World, more
Drobo 4-Bay USB 3.0 NAS Storage Array $230 shipped (Reg. $299)
WD My Passport Ultra 1.5TB USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive: $63 (Reg. $90)
Canon Wireless Printer + Adobe Photoshop Elements 12 $95 ($239 value)
Nordstrom North Face sale: up to 50% off jackets, hoodies, more
Blu-rays: The Grand Budapest Hotel $12, Ghostbusters 1 & 2 $10, Fight Club $6, more
Samsung 50-inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED HDTV $650 (orig. $1,200), more
Google Chromecast + $20 Google Play credit $30 shipped ($55 value)
Apple 13.3″ MacBook Air (newest version): $850 or $800 w/ .edu (Reg. $999)
13″ Retina MacBook Pro 2.4GHz/4GB/128GB (late 2013) $1,000 w/ MIR (Reg. $1,300)
ASUS routers: AC1750 refurb $90, new $120, N150 $5 w/ MIR, more
OtterBox iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles and colors from $22 Prime shipped

Software bundles/app deals/more:

Productivity Pack: Evernote, Wunderlist, LastPass, Pocket Premium subscriptions $60
MacHeist Mac app bundle: Parallels Access, CodeKit, Speedy and more $15 ($239 value)
Valiant Hearts: The Great War is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($4.99 value)
iTunes Free App of the Week: MUJO ($1.99 value)

New products/ongoing promos/info:

NES remake console: crafted from a single block of aluminum and just about ready to ship
Marty McFly’s self-lacing Nikes are set to become a reality
WaterField Designs has a spot for all of your tech in its new Bolt Briefcase
Kitchen Tech: The best bar tools for making amazing home cocktails (Part 2)
Forget the limited edition PS4, here’s how real fans celebrate PlayStation’s 20th Anniv.
Sennheiser goes wireless with the latest version of its popular MOMENTUM headphones
TiVo’s new OnePass service takes the guess work out of binge watching
Gaming For Couples: The best Wii U bundle, games, demos and accessories
Gaming For Couples: Monopoly Plus, or, if at first you don’t succeed, try again
Roundup: The best selfie sticks for your iPhone 6, 6 Plus, and 5/5c/5s
Review: SmartThings offers an open home automation experience w/ a few caveats
Bang & Olufsen: intelligent curation & wooden design in the new BeoSound Moment
Free Xbox Live Gold/PS Plus Games for January
Dyson’s new Cinetic vacuums have filter systems that never need to be cleaned or replaced
Here are the official Mortal Kombat X PS4/PS3/Xbox One/360 Fight Pads
Samsung SSD T1: smaller than a business card + 100 times faster than a traditional HDD
DISH brings Sling TV w/ ESPN, TNT and more to streaming devices for just $20
Kitchen Tech: The best bar tools for making amazing home cocktails (Part 1)

Ericsson countersues Apple over wireless technology licensing royalties

9to5 Staff Jan 14 2015 - 11:22 am PT

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In response to Apple taking Ericsson to court over wireless patent licensing, the Swedish telecommunications company has filed a lawsuit in Texas that seeks the court to determine whether its licensing offer to Apple is fair. Ericsson told the court that it has been attempting to reach a new licensing agreement with Apple for over two years, but negotiations have failed to result in a deal. The patents in question are related to wireless LTE technologies that Apple uses in products like the iPhone and iPad.
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Apple TV adds official Cricket Australia channel down under

Jordan Kahn Jan 14 2015 - 7:20 am PT

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Apple TV users in Australia are receiving new content today with the launch of Cricket.com.au on the platform. Cricket Australia, the governing body for professional and amateur cricket in Australia, made the announcement today noting that the channel will be free and offer the “latest videos as well as highlights from the archive.”

Cricket Australia on Apple TV will give fans free and immediate access to the latest news and features, extended highlights from every day of international cricket played in Australia this summer, as well as rare footage from the archives that showcase some of Australia’s most famous cricketing clashes… Cricket fans will also enjoy unique feature videos that go behind the scenes of Australian cricket and get closer to current stars and legends, like Shane Warne and Adam Gilchrist. Fans will also find cricket skills tutorials from the likes of George Bailey, Nathan Lyon and Ellyse Perry.

Apple TV users should be able to access the new Cricket Australia channel starting today. The press release says the app is entirely free but doesn’t specify whether or not users might be required at some point to purchase one of the service’s streaming subscriptions that usually cost $5/month or $30/year.

Last summer Apple TV users in the US also received access to cricket content through sports broadcaster Willow TV, the Official Broadcaster of Cricket in the United States and Canada. That channel, however, requires a $15/month subscription for access to most content.

Apple takes Ericsson to court over LTE patents, claims royalties are too high

Mike Beasley Jan 13 2015 - 9:52 pm PT

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Apple has filed a lawsuit against Ericsson over the licensing fees for technology patents related to LTE wireless connectivity, Reuters reported today. According to Apple, the company has not infringed any of the patents in question, which it says are not essential to the LTE networking standard.

Ericsson calculates its royalty fees based on the price of a complete handset rather than only the component that integrates the patented technology.

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Bluetooth SIG Board appoints new officers including Apple’s Joakim Linde

Jordan Kahn Jan 13 2015 - 9:40 am PT

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The Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors today announced the appointment of new officers including current board member Joakim Linde, a Sr. Wireless Architect at Apple, appointed as Secretary of the board. Linde joins other new officers appointed today including Toby Nixon of Microsoft as Chairman and Magnus Olsson of Ericsson AB as Vice-chairman.

Linde takes over Toby Nixon’s role as secretary as Nixon becomes Chairman of the board, while the previous Vice Chairman, James Rutledge of Lenovo, is no longer listed as a board member. The previous Chairman, Svein-Egil Nielsen of Nordic Semiconductor, is still listed as a board member following the new appointments.

“The Bluetooth SIG encourages its members to work together for the betterment of Bluetooth® wireless technology—a wireless solution uniquely poised to serve as the backbone of the Internet of Things (IoT),” said Mark Powell, executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. “Our Board of Directors and Associate members are volunteers who dedicate their time, thought leadership, and expertise to ensure Bluetooth remains the benchmark standard for wireless technology. We appreciate their guidance and look forward to working with Toby, Magnus, and Joakim in their new roles.”

While Linde has long been a member of the Bluetooth SIG board of directors, the new role gives Apple a higher strategic position among the team tasked with “guiding and promoting the Bluetooth wireless standard.” Linde has been a Senior Wireless Architect at Apple since 2010 and before that was the Director of Software at Nvidia.

Contract drivers for Apple and other tech companies vote to unionize in quest for better conditions

Ben Lovejoy Jan 13 2015 - 5:06 am PT

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Contract workers driving shuttle buses for Apple, eBay, Yahoo and other Silicon Valley companies have voted to unionize, reports USA Today.

A majority of the 120 full-time and part-time drivers who transport those companies’ employees have signed authorization cards with the union, said Rome Aloise, International vice president and secretary-treasurer of Teamsters Local 853.

The drivers are employed by South San Francisco-based Compass Transportation, which has contracts with Apple and the other firms to transport its workers to and from work.

The vote follows a call by Jesse Jackson for Tim Cook to create “world-class working conditions” for low-paid contractors. Cook subsequently met with Jackson to discuss income and diversity issues ahead of a small protest which briefly entered the lobby of the Apple campus.

Although the hourly rates for the drivers range from $18-20, they argue that high living costs make it difficult to live close to work, and working further out does not allow them to return home between split shifts in the morning and evening–meaning they are effectively at work for far longer than their paid hours.

William Gould, a professor at Stanford Law School said: “These workers, as a practical matter, have to wait in certain areas to do their work (and) they are not compensated for that wait.”

Facebook shuttle bus drivers joined the Teamsters union in November.

Photo: wired.com

Details on Apple’s upcoming Lightning port specs for third-party accessories

Jordan Kahn Jan 12 2015 - 12:55 pm PT

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We previously told you that Apple will be licensing its female Lightning port to third-party accessories, following an announcement to Made for iPhone licensees late last year. Since then, the company has released specs for the Lightning port that details exactly what Apple hopes to achieve by opening it up to third-parties, including how it could improve accessories.
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Spotify now reports 15 million paid subscribers

Zac Hall Jan 12 2015 - 6:56 am PT

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Streaming music subscription service Spotify shared its latest user numbers today, announcing that it now has 15 million paid subscribers to its premium service and 60 million active users. Spotify’s paid user count of 15 million accounts is up from the 10 million paid subscribers it previously reported just over six months ago.

Since then, Apple has officially closed on its $3 billion deal to acquire Beats Electronics and Beats Music, which gave it access to its own on-demand music streaming subscription service. Before Apple’s Beats acquisition last year, the Spotify competitor was believed to have just over 110,000 paid subscribers of its own.
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