Archive | October, 2010
Apple looking to expand advertising options with in-stream video ads
It might be an understatement to say that Apple’s iAd initiative has gotten off to staggered and arguably confusing start. Amid reports that advertisers are extremely pleased with the level of engagement and click through rates with iAds are an equal, if not greater, number of reports centering on how many companies are quickly growing […]
Continue reading...What analysts are expecting from Apple’s earnings report
18. October 2010
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Ahead of Apple’s earnings report, analysts continue to adjust and calibrate their financial estimates for the consumer electronics giant. But analysts aren’t the only ones taking notice. Investors finally seems to have internalized how strong Apple’s financials are, rewarding the stock with an unprecedented run up to $319 as of this morning. Apple’s earnings report will […]
Continue reading...White iPhone 4 delay ascribed to color matching issues – Rumor
18. October 2010
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With all of the hoopla surrounding the iPhone 4 antenna, one story that has seemingly slipped through the cracks has been the conspicuous absence of the white iPhone 4. Shortly after the iPhone 4 hit store shelves, Apple issued a press release announcing that the white iPhone wouldn’t start shipping for a few months. Now, nearly 3 […]
Continue reading...Middle Easterners get around iPhone 4 Facetime ban with iPod Touch 4G
18. October 2010
It’s probably not all that shocking that Apple’s Facetime video chat feature is not supported in a few draconian Middle Eastern countries like Saudi Arabia, and even relatively liberal countries like the United Arab Emirates. Folks in the Middle East looking to skirt around this ban, however, can make use of Facetime on Apple’s recently […]
Continue reading...Bloomberg’s 50-minute video profile of Steve Jobs now available online
17. October 2010
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Bloomberg has posted online its 50-minute Game Changers video profile of Steve Jobs. It features fascinating interviews with a number of Apple personalties such as Steve Wozniak and former CEO John Sculley. It’s definitely worth checking out on a lazy Sunday, Part I Part II Part III Part IV
Continue reading...Steve Jobs invites Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg over for dinner to discuss Ping
16. October 2010
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iTunes 10 brought along with it Apple’s boldest attempt yet to create a social network for music. Dubbed “Ping”, Apple’s feature enables users to gather information and news about their favorite artists, share favorite tunes with their buddies, and ideally, discover new music in the process. Initially, Apple was hoping to deeply integrate Ping with […]
Continue reading...Costco to stop selling the iPod after not receiving the iPad
15. October 2010
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Oh revenge, thou art a cruel mistress. iLounge is reporting that Costco recently decided to stop selling Apple’s lineup of iPods in light of the fact that it was overlooked during the iPads recent retail expansion. Based on the report, which notes that iPods have already disappeared from the company’s web site, Costco will stop […]
Continue reading...Rumor – Apple to unveil new 11.6-inch MacBook Air model next week
15. October 2010
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AppleInsider reports: Apple next Wednesday will unveil its latest bid to cater to consumers in the market for a true sub-notebook with the introduction of a smaller, 11.6-inch MacBook Air redesigned from the ground up, AppleInsider has been able to confirm from several independent sources. The first models, which are certain to take the form […]
Continue reading...In just 3 years, iPhone accounts for majority of mobile profits with relatively small marketshare
15. October 2010
Some solid charts, per usual, from Asymco, plotting out profits v marketshare among various mobile tech companies over the past few years. It’s really astounding how in just three years time Nokia went from being a dominant force in mobile to a company desperately trying to stay relevant. But this chart is the most telling of all. […]
Continue reading...Analyst raises Apple stock target to $500
15. October 2010
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As Apple’s share price continues to climb to new highs, Hudson Square Research analyst Daniel Ernst recently raised his price target for Apple share to $500. With the launch of the iPhone, the App Store, the iPad, and the relaunch of Apple TV, we estimate Apple’s total addressable market for hardware, content, and services expanded from […]
Continue reading...Freed Chilean miners to receive iPods from Steve Jobs?
14. October 2010
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Le Figaro reports: Elmin Greek mining company has offered them each a one-week trip for two to Greece. “We want them to relax on our beaches, our sea front,” said Liberis Polixronopulos, officer. This trip would include a stop in Madrid to see a match at Real. The Guardian journalist argues that the Chilean football association has […]
Continue reading...iPad to go on sale at AT&T and Verizon retail stores on October 28
14. October 2010
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Apple today announced that the iPad, starting on October 28, will be available at both AT&T and Verizon retail stores, further expanding the availability and visibility of Apple’s successful tablet. AT&T and Apple today announced that all three iPad Wi-Fi + 3G models will be available at more than 2,200 AT&T Stores starting Thursday, October […]
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18. October 2010
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