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As shipments of Apple's new Series 3 smart watch begin the watch is experiencing difficulties in certain situations with connecting to cellular.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook has publicly claimed the $999 iPhone X has a "value price" and said people are thinking about the cost in the wrong way. Cook suggested that most people will never pay the price tag upfront, instead buying the device on a monthly plan.
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Media publishers are using augmented reality technology to create more immersive material and help people understand their content. 36 percent of publishers are thought to be exploring the tech with some big organisations, like Quartz, getting on board.
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Apple has commenced the rollout of iOS 11, bringing its annual slew of new features to iPhones and iPads. The update includes the launch of ARKit, Apple's new augmented reality platform that will bring virtual world experiences to millions of people.
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The U.S. Senate has sent Apple a list of questions about privacy concerns with Face ID on the iPhone X. Face ID unlocks the device using facial recognition but people are concerned about the privacy impact. One Senator said there are "important" issues.
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Apple has explained why Face ID failed to work during the company's iPhone X event. The embarrassing on-stage incident was apparently caused by human error and was not a technical problem. The damage has already been done for the new feature though.
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Apple announced the iPhone X yesterday in a live event that ushered in several new features and devices. But if you thought the event was focused on hardware, you'd be mistaken. Apple was really setting the stage for the software platforms of the future.
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Apple's new Face ID technology on the iPhone X could make it easier for law enforcement to unlock your phone. The biometric authentication method offers fewer legal protections than a passcode or PIN. There are also concerns it could be bypassed.
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Shares in social media company Snap spiked by 2 percent yesterday after Apple featured the company's app during its iPhone live event. Demonstrating how Snapchat's AR features run more smoothly on the iPhone X, Apple engineered excitement for the tech.
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Today’s Apple launch announced a number of big things for the technology giant. From wearables to AR, Apple’s Tim Cook had a lot of new technology to share with fans of the brand.
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Apple has published its first guidelines for augmented reality apps. They're meant to make it easier for developers to get started in AR, offering pointers to create compelling experiences. The company advises gradually introducing advanced features.
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By AFP
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Iranians have been joined by a minister in protest after Apple removed popular apps from its store, which the American company says has been done to comply with US sanctions.
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The Chinese government has issued a warning to websites that are selling virtual private networks (VPNs). The country outlawed the sale of VPN except those approved by the government in July.
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Apple won't say what the exact number is, but Google pays a substantial amount of money to Apple in order to remain the default search engine on iPhones and iPads.
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The White House asked the U.S. tech giants to help federal agencies digitally transform during a private call held last week. The Trump administration is seeking advice from the private sector on how it can make better use of modern technology.
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The upcoming Apple Watch Series 3 will have an "all-new form factor" according to a noted Apple tipster. Apple could be planning a major redesign of the popular wearable as it tries to convince early Watch buyers to upgrade to a newer model.
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Apple are apparently working on a non-iPhone Apple Watch, signalling a step into a wider field of consumer technology outside of the ubiquitous "i" range of products.
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By AFP
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Apple has removed software allowing internet users to skirt China's "Great Firewall" from its app store in the country, the company confirmed Sunday, sparking criticism that it was bowing to Beijing's tightening web censorship.
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Apple has confirmed it is discontinuing production of the iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle. The devices were the company's last traditional music players, launched before the iPhone took centre stage. The decision leaves just the iOS-powered iPod Touch on sale.
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LG Display has announced it is to invest an additional $7 billion to develop its OLED display production facilities. The company is trying to accelerate its development of organic light-emitting panels as it races to catch up market leader Samsung.
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Apple has reportedly bought specialist production equipment that could be used to make OLED screens for smartphones. The company may be planning to bring OLED production in-house, reducing its dependency on rival Samsung.
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Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has admitted that the iPhone's price tag is "high in the extreme" but said he believes it represents Apple's commitment to quality. His comments come as anticipation builds for the iPhone 8, which may cost $1,000.
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Processor manufacturer Qualcomm, the largest producer of the ARM-based chips used in smartphones, has announced a dramatic decline in its profit forecast. The company is being hit hard by an ongoing patent dispute with Apple, one of its largest customers.
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Apple's in a state of "panic" as serious problems with the iPhone 8's new features threaten to postpone the device's launch. The company is now expected to launch the device up to a month later than expected as it fails to finish headline capabilities.
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Apple is building a new data center in China in order to comply with the country's new cyber-security laws passed last year that require companies to store customer data on servers located in China.
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Apple has started offering demos of its HomeKit suite of smart home devices at its retail stores. The launch of the interactive spaces is designed to encourage adoption of the smart home because most consumers haven't experienced the Internet of Things.
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A report has found newer digital assistants including Amazon's Alexa and Microsoft's Cortana are gaining market share at the expense of established services. Despite releasing several new features this year, Apple's Siri is facing declining engagement.
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Samsung Electronics forecasted record profit and sharply increased revenue in an earnings guidance release on Friday.
Samsung expects its operating profit to increase 72 percent to $12.1 billion and revenue to rise 18 percent to around $52 billion.
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By AFP
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Qualcomm on Thursday escalated its legal battle with Apple, filing a patent infringement lawsuit and requesting a ban on the importation of some iPhones, claiming unlawful and unfair use of the chipmaker's technology.
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One of the most well-respected Apple analysts has claimed the iPhone 8 will not come with the embedded fingerprint sensor that has been a recurring feature of rumours and leaked reports. Apple was expected to place the Touch ID sensor under the glass.
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Here's a diagram of the sensor provided in the patent application via Apple Via BusinessInsider
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Apple's proposed 'spaceship headquarters' in California YouTube screenshot
Edits applied to Google Maps by user "nitricboy" include an Android peeing on an Apple logo and a pointed message to Google
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Santa uses Siri in an Apple ad Courtesy Apple
Apple today announced the new iPhone 4 featuring FaceTime (which allows for Wi-Fi video calling); a very high-res display; video shooting/editing/rendering in high-def; a 5 megapixel camera with LED flash; Apple’s A4 processor, a 3-axis gyro and up to 40 percent longer talk time. The steel band around the phone also doubles as the phone's antenna. It's the thinnest smartphone in the world. Photo courtesy Apple
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The new iPod nano lineup, available in several colours Courtesy Apple
Ming-Chi Kuo: The iPhone 8 will have a "function area" KGI Securities via AppleInsider
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Photos of the upcoming iPhone 5, according to Apple blog 9to5Mac 9to5Mac blog
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