http://www.appleinsider.com/ AppleInsider has been the leading source of insider news and rumors on Apple Computer since 1997. en-us Thu, 03 Dec 2009 06:38:38 -0500 http://images.appleinsider.com/images/toolbar_logo_textAI.gif http://www.appleinsider.com/ http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/02/retailers_want_in_on_apples_ipod_touch_point_of_sale_system/ Businesses of all sizes have reached out to Apple with interest in its iPod touch-based point-of-sale system, which recently debuted at the Mac maker's stores. Gary Allen of ifoAppleStore has repor... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/02/retailers_want_in_on_apples_ipod_touch_point_of_sale_system/ Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/02/apples_cyber_monday_internet_shopping_traffic_increases_71/ Though it didn't crack the top 20 overall retail Web sites, Apple's online store saw a massive 71 percent spike in Internet traffic for Cyber Monday, placing it well above the competition. Accordin... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/02/apples_cyber_monday_internet_shopping_traffic_increases_71/ Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/30/apples_black_friday_mac_sales_forecast_to_decrease/ Checks with Apple stores last week suggest that in-store 2009 Black Friday Mac sales could see a year-over-year decrease, though online sales will likely compensate for losses, according to a new repo... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/30/apples_black_friday_mac_sales_forecast_to_decrease/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/19/new_apps_said_to_make_ipod_touch_more_prominent_in_apple_stores/ In addition to the the EasyPay iPod touch application used for checkouts, numerous Apple-created, task-specific applications are allegedly coming to Apple retail employees, AppleInsider has been told.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/19/new_apps_said_to_make_ipod_touch_more_prominent_in_apple_stores/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/17/exclusive_photos_from_apples_greenwich_store_to_open_saturday/ Construction continues at the Greenwich, Conn., Apple store as crews rush to complete the structure in time for the grand opening this Saturday. Apple announced in a press release Tuesday that the ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/17/exclusive_photos_from_apples_greenwich_store_to_open_saturday/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:45:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/16/apple_said_to_release_iphone_app_for_in_store_appointments/ Apple plans to release a new "Concierge" application for the iPhone and iPod touch that will allow customers to schedule appointments at retail stores, AppleInsider has been told. According to a so... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/16/apple_said_to_release_iphone_app_for_in_store_appointments/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/12/apple_takes_wraps_off_of_upper_west_side_store_in_new_york/ Apple Thursday gave a first look at its new New York City store located on Broadway at 67th street, set to officially open to the public this Saturday at 10 a.m. The store will be home to a "highly... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/12/apple_takes_wraps_off_of_upper_west_side_store_in_new_york/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/06/apple_unveils_holiday_shopping_in_store_pickup_option/ In time for the holiday shopping season, Apple has introduced a new "Reserve and Pick Up" option via its retail Web site, allowing customers to reserve products online and pick them up in store. Th... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/06/apple_unveils_holiday_shopping_in_store_pickup_option/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:45:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/06/apples_broadway_store_to_open_saturday_nov_14/ Apple has officially announced that its forthcoming flagship store on Broadway in New York City will have its grand opening on Nov. 14, in time for the holiday shopping season. The store is located... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/06/apples_broadway_store_to_open_saturday_nov_14/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/03/philadelphias_first_apple_store_moves_closer_to_reality/ Apple's long-awaited plans to bring a retail store to the City of Brotherly Love look to be near realization, with the company now hiring employees and obtaining permits. News of the planned locati... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/03/philadelphias_first_apple_store_moves_closer_to_reality/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/03/exclusive_look_at_apples_new_ipod_touch_based_easypay_checkout/ (ifoAppleStore) Within two weeks, Apple stores will begin retiring their current Windows CE-based portable computers and start using a custom-designed and crafted iPod touch to check out customers. Ap... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/03/exclusive_look_at_apples_new_ipod_touch_based_easypay_checkout/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/28/apples_first_france_store_to_open_november_7th_reports/ While Apple has yet to make it official, multiple reports are saying that the electronics maker plans to cut the ribbon on its first French retail shop -- a flagship location located beside the histor... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/28/apples_first_france_store_to_open_november_7th_reports/ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/27/fourth_manhattan_apple_store_shrouded_with_red_curtain/ In preparing to reveal its latest New York City flagship store at 67th and Broadway, Apple has covered the massive glass building with a picture of a red curtain to tease passers by. Apple retail c... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/27/fourth_manhattan_apple_store_shrouded_with_red_curtain/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:45:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/27/apple_to_extend_full_health_benefits_to_its_part_time_employees/ Starting in January 2010, part-time Apple employees who have been with the company for one year will receive full medical insurance coverage, as part of their compensation. Gary Allen at ifoAppleSt... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/27/apple_to_extend_full_health_benefits_to_its_part_time_employees/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/26/apple_to_spend_4_million_on_chicago_subway_station_renovations/ Apple has reportedly agreed to spend more than $4 million to renovate a Chicago subway station adjacent to a future Apple Store site, and also earned the right of first refusal to name the public tran... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/26/apple_to_spend_4_million_on_chicago_subway_station_renovations/ Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/22/exclusive_photos_video_from_microsoft_store_grand_opening/ Microsoft debuted its first retail store in Scottsdale, Ariz., Thursday to coincide with the launch of Windows 7, and AppleInsider has exclusive photos, video and details from the grand opening event.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/22/exclusive_photos_video_from_microsoft_store_grand_opening/ Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:25:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/15/apple_may_not_be_microsofts_biggest_retail_challenge/ Microsoft's retail and hardware partnerships may hinder its expansion into the retail space, as it seeks to compete with Apple's brick-and-mortar locations. In a new report Wednesday, Nick Wingfiel... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/15/apple_may_not_be_microsofts_biggest_retail_challenge/ Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/13/disney_turns_to_apples_steve_jobs_to_spark_retail_magic/ As Disney attempts to get more aggressive in the retail space, the entertainment giant has relied on its connection with Apple in hopes of recreating some of the Mac maker's retail magic. According... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/13/disney_turns_to_apples_steve_jobs_to_spark_retail_magic/ Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/26/microsoft_flashing_green_in_bid_to_poach_apple_retail_experts/ As Microsoft attempts to enter the retail landscape and compete head-to-head with Apple, the software giant is reportedly courting Apple Store employees with one of its greatest assets: cold, hard cas... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/26/microsoft_flashing_green_in_bid_to_poach_apple_retail_experts/ Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/25/broadway_apple_store_flyover_washington_walk_out_averted/ Aerial footage shows off a special roof on the upcoming Apple Store at 67th and Broadway; and a potential employee walk-out at a Washington Apple Store has reportedly been resolved. Broadway Apple ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/25/broadway_apple_store_flyover_washington_walk_out_averted/ Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:25:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/23/apple_prepares_for_first_microsoft_store_by_updating_its_own/ In what could be viewed as a preemptive strike, Apple has closed its store in Mission Viejo, Calif., for renovations -- the same store that will be located near one of Microsoft's first retail outlets... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/23/apple_prepares_for_first_microsoft_store_by_updating_its_own/ Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:50:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/15/apple_to_open_retail_store_in_u_s_hedge_fund_capital/ Apple has begun construction of a new retail store along the upscale Greenwich Avenue in Connecticut, and AppleInsider has exclusive photos of the new location. The classy, pricey destination is ho... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/15/apple_to_open_retail_store_in_u_s_hedge_fund_capital/ Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/25/manhattans_upper_west_side_to_have_apple_store_this_year/ Plans are in motion for Apple's fourth Manhattan store to open this year on the Upper West Side, as other retailers struggle through an ongoing recession. The plans have existed since late 2007, wh... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/25/manhattans_upper_west_side_to_have_apple_store_this_year/ Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/24/briefly_apple_lobbies_government_fifth_ave_store_sales_booming/ Apple spent $390,000 lobbying the U.S. government on stimulus and education funding in this year's second quarter; while a new report says the company's Fifth Avenue store rakes in $350 million annual... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/24/briefly_apple_lobbies_government_fifth_ave_store_sales_booming/ Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/05/despite_revenue_decline_apple_stores_turn_the_corner_report/ Apple's retail stores continued their year-over-year revenue slide last quarter, but a new report predicts that the brick-and-mortar locations could show growth again before the end of 2009, thanks, i... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/05/despite_revenue_decline_apple_stores_turn_the_corner_report/ Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/29/first_apple_microsoft_retail_stores_to_face_off_in_california/ Microsoft plans to compete directly against an already-established Apple Store in Mission Viejo, Calif., as the Windows maker announced this week its first two planned retail store locations, schedule... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/29/first_apple_microsoft_retail_stores_to_face_off_in_california/ Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:45:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/24/microsoft_stores_to_mimic_apples_with_guru_bars/ A leaked presentation has exposed Microsoft's tentative plans for its retail stores -- and the high degree to which they'll imitate Apple stores, down to their layouts and even the presence of a dedic... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/24/microsoft_stores_to_mimic_apples_with_guru_bars/ Sat, 25 Jul 2009 01:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/22/apple_retail_stores_attract_new_mac_buyers/ Apple's 254 retail locations managed to sell 492,000 Macs to 38.6 million store visitors during the June quarter, with half of those sales going to customers who had never before owned a Mac. Apple... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/22/apple_retail_stores_attract_new_mac_buyers/ Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/20/key_apple_retail_exec_now_shaping_microsoft_stores/ Once one of the cornerstones of Apple's early retail efforts, real estate expert George Blankenship has switched sides and is now providing advice to Microsoft on plans for its own stores. Microsof... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/20/key_apple_retail_exec_now_shaping_microsoft_stores/ Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:45:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/15/microsoft_stores_to_open_near_apples_steve_jobs_at_coldplay_gig/ In a not-so-subtle move, Microsoft says its retail stores will deliberately open near those run by Apple. Also, Steve Jobs has shown a rare public display of his love of music by attending a Coldplay... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/15/microsoft_stores_to_open_near_apples_steve_jobs_at_coldplay_gig/ Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:35:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/06/police_release_surveillance_videos_of_apple_store_shooting_suspect/ Arlington County police are still looking for the armed suspect who shot and seriously wounded an Apple employee at the Apple Store Clarendon this past friday and have released a pair of surveillance ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/06/police_release_surveillance_videos_of_apple_store_shooting_suspect/ Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/03/breaking_shots_fired_at_virginia_based_apple_store/ An unidentified man fired at least one shot at the Apple Store Clarendon in Arlington, Virginia shortly after the store opened Friday morning, wounding at least one, a person with knowledge of the sit... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/03/breaking_shots_fired_at_virginia_based_apple_store/ Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/18/canadian_iphone_3g_s_buyers_get_late_discount_apple_store_option/ With just hours to go before the iPhone 3G S reaches its stores, Canadian provider Rogers and its sister brand Fido have promised heavy discounts for existing iPhone 3G customers trading up to the fas... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/18/canadian_iphone_3g_s_buyers_get_late_discount_apple_store_option/ Fri, 19 Jun 2009 02:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/17/apple_stores_to_sell_iphone_3g_s_at_7_a_m__safari_4_0_1_bluetooth_2_0/ Having already promised to open its retail stores early, Apple now says that all its available stores will start selling the iPhone 3G S even earlier than expected. Also, the Mac maker has released S... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/17/apple_stores_to_sell_iphone_3g_s_at_7_a_m__safari_4_0_1_bluetooth_2_0/ Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/13/att_already_sold_out_of_launch_day_iphone_3g_s_pre_orders/ Signaling a likely repeat of Apple's iPhone sell-outs of the past two years, AT&T is already warning that those making iPhone 3G S pre-orders that they won't get their handsets on launch. The US ca... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/13/att_already_sold_out_of_launch_day_iphone_3g_s_pre_orders/ Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/10/apple_stores_to_open_8_a_m__att_stores_7_a_m_for_iphone_3g_s/ Apple has let fans know that its stores around the world will open up to two hours early to accommodate the iPhone 3G S' launch, while those eager to buy their phones at AT&T could receive theirs an h... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/10/apple_stores_to_open_8_a_m__att_stores_7_a_m_for_iphone_3g_s/ Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/10/apple_stores_holding_fire_sales_on_last_gen_mac_notebooks/ While Apple retail stores this week have been waiting on the first shipments of new Mac notebooks announced Monday, the company has quietly introduced end-of-life pricing on previous generation models... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/10/apple_stores_holding_fire_sales_on_last_gen_mac_notebooks/ Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/08/last_minute_odds_and_ends_iphone_3gs_notebooks_retail/ With Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference slated to begin in roughly two hours, a handful of last minute tips have surfaced regarding the naming scheme for the next iPhone, some brief changes to Ma... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/08/last_minute_odds_and_ends_iphone_3gs_notebooks_retail/ Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/03/apples_2nd_beijing_store_to_use_classic_chinese_design_photos/ An architect's portfolio has purportedly revealed a very different design Apple's second retail store for China's capital city -- one that would embrace ancient traditions while thriving on the Mac ma... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/03/apples_2nd_beijing_store_to_use_classic_chinese_design_photos/ Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/02/5th_avenue_store_brings_apple_440_million_per_year/ Apple's two largest New York City retail stores are now known to be some of the town's largest retail cash cows, with the 5th Avenue flagship alone having drawn in $440 million in one year. Upon lo... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/06/02/5th_avenue_store_brings_apple_440_million_per_year/ Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:45:00 GMT