http://www.appleinsider.com/ AppleInsider has been the leading source of insider news and rumors on Apple Computer since 1997. en-us Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:52:35 -0500 http://images.appleinsider.com/images/toolbar_logo_textAI.gif http://www.appleinsider.com/ http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/04/22/apple_to_begin_production_of_thunderbolt_macbook_airs_next_month/ Apple next month will reportedly begin manufacturing the first updates to its rejuvenated MacBook Air line as the company looks to maintain the impressive sales momentum generated by the ultra-thin no... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/04/22/apple_to_begin_production_of_thunderbolt_macbook_airs_next_month/ Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/19/apples_stunning_first_quarter_exceeds_wall_streets_lofty_expectations/ Apple's earnings for the first quarter of 2011 crushed analyst expectations on Wall Street, who heaped praise on the company for beating estimates by $2 billion. Apple posted record revenue of $26.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/19/apples_stunning_first_quarter_exceeds_wall_streets_lofty_expectations/ Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:25:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/18/kaufman_bros_ups_apple_target_to_415_in_spite_of_steve_jobs_absence/ A medical leave of absence from Apple Chief Executive Steve Jobs has not deterred the firm Kaufman Bros. from its bullish stance on the company's stock, and even went as far as to up its price target ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/18/kaufman_bros_ups_apple_target_to_415_in_spite_of_steve_jobs_absence/ Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:50:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/17/analysts_stay_the_course_with_apple_450_price_target_set/ While traders on the Frankfurt DAX sent Apple shares sliding 6 percent today, similar to the drop that occurred in the US the last time Apple announced that its chief executive Steve Jobs was taking a... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/17/analysts_stay_the_course_with_apple_450_price_target_set/ Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/12/verizon_to_push_apples_iphone_with_major_marketing_muscle_report/ Following this week's announcement that the iPhone is finally coming to Verizon, a new report claims that the largest wireless provider in the U.S. plans to advertise Apple's handset heavily over comp... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/01/12/verizon_to_push_apples_iphone_with_major_marketing_muscle_report/ Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/30/rim_denies_playbook_tablet_battery_issues_promises_superior_performance/ In response to one Wall Street's analyst assertion that the upcoming PlayBook tablet was experiencing battery issues, Research In Motion responded with a statement denying the claim and promising "sup... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/30/rim_denies_playbook_tablet_battery_issues_promises_superior_performance/ Thu, 30 Dec 2010 08:35:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/28/rim_struggling_to_fix_playbook_tablet_battery_issues_analyst_says/ Research in Motion is unable to match the iPad's longer battery life with its prototype PlayBook tablets, which get just a "few hours" of battery life, according to one analyst. Analyst Shaw Wu of ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/28/rim_struggling_to_fix_playbook_tablet_battery_issues_analyst_says/ Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/22/1_million_apple_tv_sales_seen_as_positive_but_fairly_immaterial/ Though the Apple TV "hobby" is starting to take off, sales of the $99 set-top box just aren't enough to have a major effect on Apple's bottom line. Reacting to Apple's announcement that the new App... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/22/1_million_apple_tv_sales_seen_as_positive_but_fairly_immaterial/ Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/21/verizon_reportedly_sees_iphone_as_essential_to_future_success/ Verizon is "still excited" about launching Apple's iPhone early next year "to combat slowing Android momentum in the US," according to analyst Shaw Wu of Kaufman Bros. The confirmation of Verizon's... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/21/verizon_reportedly_sees_iphone_as_essential_to_future_success/ Tue, 21 Dec 2010 19:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/16/jp_morgan_raises_apple_price_target_to_420_kaufman_bros_to_395/ Citing growth potential of the iPhone, iPad and Mac, two major financial firms on Thursday increased their price targets for Apple stock. JP Morgan Analyst Mark Moskowitz sees Apple stock growin... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/12/16/jp_morgan_raises_apple_price_target_to_420_kaufman_bros_to_395/ Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/11/29/apple_sees_strong_ipad_11_inch_macbook_air_sales_on_black_friday/ Apple saw a healthy demand for all of its products across the board on Black Friday, but the iPad and new MacBook Air were particularly strong sellers over the weekend, according to financial experts.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/11/29/apple_sees_strong_ipad_11_inch_macbook_air_sales_on_black_friday/ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/10/19/wall_street_wowed_by_apples_iphone_sales_cautious_on_ipad/ Apple's record-breaking quarterly results -- particularly a surge in iPhone sales -- impressed analysts on Wall Street this week, even though gross margins and iPad sales did not meet expectations. ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/10/19/wall_street_wowed_by_apples_iphone_sales_cautious_on_ipad/ Tue, 19 Oct 2010 12:10:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/10/14/apple_component_allocations_point_to_new_form_factor_sub_notebook/ Activity within Apple's supply chain throughout the better part of 2010 has shown signs that the Mac maker is gearing up to introduce a new notebook that doesn't fit into any of its existing hardware ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/10/14/apple_component_allocations_point_to_new_form_factor_sub_notebook/ Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/10/06/apple_developing_new_iphones_with_larger_smaller_screens_report/ Apple is currently working to expand the iPhone line, and may offer larger and smaller models as soon as early 2011, one Wall Street analyst has said. Shaw Wu with Kaufman Bros. said Wednesday that... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/10/06/apple_developing_new_iphones_with_larger_smaller_screens_report/ Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/09/20/ipad_slightly_cannibalizing_apples_own_low_end_macbooks_report/ Strong sales of the iPad are expected to have a "slight" negative impact on Mac sales, particularly on the low-end notebook models from Apple, supply chain sources have indicated. Analyst Shaw Wu w... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/09/20/ipad_slightly_cannibalizing_apples_own_low_end_macbooks_report/ Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/09/13/end_of_apples_iphone_4_case_program_seen_as_benefit_to_shareholders/ Apple's conclusion of the iPhone 4 Case Program, but extended offer of free protective Bumpers for customers who contact AppleCare, is a positive for customers that will also likely benefit AAPL share... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/09/13/end_of_apples_iphone_4_case_program_seen_as_benefit_to_shareholders/ Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/08/26/smaller_ipod_nano_without_click_wheel_could_be_unveiled_at_apple_event/ Rumors of a "significant redesign" of Apple's iPod nano have surfaced, suggesting the company could introduce a smaller device with no click wheel at its event next week. Shaw Wu with Kaufman Bros.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/08/26/smaller_ipod_nano_without_click_wheel_could_be_unveiled_at_apple_event/ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/08/25/new_apple_tv_will_have_arm_processor_app_store_access_report/ Like the iPhone 4 and iPad, the new Apple TV will run the iOS operating system and be powered by a processor with ARM architecture, and will also have access to the App Store, according to one promine... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/08/25/new_apple_tv_will_have_arm_processor_app_store_access_report/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/08/23/verizon_apple_iphone_talks_continue_toward_possible_2011_launch/ A potential deal between Apple and Verizon -- which could result in a CDMA iPhone capable of simultaneous voice and data -- is still being ironed out, according to one Wall Street analyst. Shaw Wu ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/08/23/verizon_apple_iphone_talks_continue_toward_possible_2011_launch/ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/07/21/apple_impresses_wall_street_with_another_stellar_quarter/ Apple again exceeded expectations on Tuesday, when it reported its quarterly earnings, with record Mac sales and signs that the company can sustain its continued growth. Wall Street analysts were o... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/07/21/apple_impresses_wall_street_with_another_stellar_quarter/ Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/07/13/growing_attention_on_iphone_4_signal_issues_presents_risk_for_apple/ A continued focus on antenna issues associated with the iPhone 4, following this week's update from Consumer Reports, could create a risk for Apple, one prominent Wall Street analyst believes. Shaw... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/07/13/growing_attention_on_iphone_4_signal_issues_presents_risk_for_apple/ Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:35:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/07/06/apple_struggles_to_meet_iphone_4_demand_as_ipad_availability_improves/ Constraints in overseas supplies have prompted one prominent Wall Street analyst to lower iPhone 4 sales estimates for the current quarter, while Apple's monthly iPad orders surpassed 2 million units ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/07/06/apple_struggles_to_meet_iphone_4_demand_as_ipad_availability_improves/ Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:05:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/06/29/limited_iphone_4_stock_viewed_as_competitive_risk_for_apple/ If Apple wasn't saddled with iPhone 4 production constraints, launch sales could have gone as high as 2.5 million, one analyst believes. And if limited stock continues, it could open Apple up to a "co... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/06/29/limited_iphone_4_stock_viewed_as_competitive_risk_for_apple/ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/06/25/worst_case_in_iphone_reception_issue_apple_gives_away_bumpers/ Despite well publicized reports of iPhone 4 reception issues, one analyst said he sees Apple, in the "worst case," discounting or giving away protective bumpers with little financial impact on the com... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/06/25/worst_case_in_iphone_reception_issue_apple_gives_away_bumpers/ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:50:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/06/15/100_increase_for_apples_redesigned_mac_mini_seen_as_disappointment/ Apple's redesigned Mac mini was released on Tuesday starting at $699, a $100 premium over the previous model -- a new price that one prominent Wall Street analyst said he believes is somewhat disappoi... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/06/15/100_increase_for_apples_redesigned_mac_mini_seen_as_disappointment/ Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/05/28/itunes_com_new_macs_pegged_as_potential_apple_wwdc_announcements/ While the new iPhone is expected to be the centerpiece of Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference, one analyst said Friday that Apple may also announced a cloud-based iTunes service, as well as... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/05/28/itunes_com_new_macs_pegged_as_potential_apple_wwdc_announcements/ Fri, 28 May 2010 14:45:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/05/11/sales_of_new_macbook_pros_ipad_3g_see_strong_start_for_apple/ Apple's recent MacBook Pro refresh and the newly launched iPad 3G are both strong sellers, industry and supply chain sources have told one Wall Street analyst, who believes Apple could see another qua... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/05/11/sales_of_new_macbook_pros_ipad_3g_see_strong_start_for_apple/ Tue, 11 May 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/04/19/mac_sales_momentum_predicted_to_push_apple_stock_to_305/ Apple's astounding gains on Wall Street are expected to continue, with a second consecutive quarter of more than 30 percent year-over-year Mac sales growth predicted to help push the company's stock t... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/04/19/mac_sales_momentum_predicted_to_push_apple_stock_to_305/ Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/03/31/verizon_iphone_talks_seen_as_apple_counterattack_on_android/ With speculation of a CDMA iPhone compatible with Verizon's network renewed this week, one prominent analyst said he believes Apple's alleged negotiations could be more about competing with Android th... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/03/31/verizon_iphone_talks_seen_as_apple_counterattack_on_android/ Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/02/24/macbook_pros_in_tight_supply_new_models_could_broaden_gap_with_macbooks/ Constrained supplies of MacBook Pros suggest an anticipated notebook refresh is growing closer -- one that could further differentiate the premium lineup from the low-end MacBook. Also, Apple has impr... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/02/24/macbook_pros_in_tight_supply_new_models_could_broaden_gap_with_macbooks/ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/01/28/wall_street_expects_apples_risky_ipad_to_sell_1m_5m_in_first_year/ With an aggressive $499 starting price point, Wall Street analysts believe Apple's e-reading, game playing, media consuming iPad device is a worthwhile risk that will become a multi-million seller in ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/01/28/wall_street_expects_apples_risky_ipad_to_sell_1m_5m_in_first_year/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:35:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/01/19/minor_issues_could_result_in_june_launch_for_999_apple_tablet/ While Apple's tablet is still expected to see a formal introduction at a media event next week, issues with battery life and durability could result in a June launch, an analyst said Tuesday. In a ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/01/19/minor_issues_could_result_in_june_launch_for_999_apple_tablet/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 20:25:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/30/kaufman_bros_ups_apple_target_on_expectations_of_blowout_q1/ Strength in all of Apple's core business segments during the December quarter is likely to see the company breeze past already heightened expectations on Wall Street, investment bank Kaufman Bros. sai... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/30/kaufman_bros_ups_apple_target_on_expectations_of_blowout_q1/ Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/30/another_take_apples_black_friday_sales_seen_as_strong/ Despite Apple offering modest discounts for Black Friday, huge Mac sales for the year's biggest shopping day have been projected, thanks to third-party resellers. Analyst Shaw Wu with Kaufman Bros.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/11/30/another_take_apples_black_friday_sales_seen_as_strong/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:50:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/21/apples_new_imacs_viewed_as_boon_for_sagging_desktop_sales/ While sales of portable machines saw tremendous growth during Apple's last financial quarter, desktop sales lagged behind. But the release of new iMacs this week is predicted to change that in a big w... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/10/21/apples_new_imacs_viewed_as_boon_for_sagging_desktop_sales/ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/17/closing_the_gaap_new_rule_expected_to_be_positive_for_apple/ In the wake of a preliminary rule change for public accounting records, Apple is predicted to benefit with more transparent representation of iPhone and Apple TV sales. The Financial Accounting Sta... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/17/closing_the_gaap_new_rule_expected_to_be_positive_for_apple/ Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/01/another_take_steve_jobs_appearance_not_expected_sept_9/ Wall Street analysts are divided on whether Apple co-founder Steve Jobs will appear at next week's iPod-centric event, as another firm has said his presence would be a "welcome surprise," but is not a... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09/01/another_take_steve_jobs_appearance_not_expected_sept_9/ Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/04/apple_evaluated_4__to_12_inch_tablet_screens_report/ Apple has reportedly purchased a number of screens -- ranging from 4 inches to 12 inches in size -- over the last few years, as it explores its possible entry into the tablet and sub-notebook market, ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/08/04/apple_evaluated_4__to_12_inch_tablet_screens_report/ Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/29/apples_iphone_gross_margins_estimated_near_60_percent/ A new report suggests Apple turns nearly a 60 percent gross profit on the sale of each iPhone, and the device allows the company to lower prices on other products without impacting its bottom line. ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/29/apples_iphone_gross_margins_estimated_near_60_percent/ Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/22/wall_street_again_has_high_hopes_for_apple_after_record_third_quarter/ Analysts are again bullish on Apple stock after the company reported a record third quarter in Tuesday's earnings report, and provided higher-than-expected guidance in some aspects of its fourth quart... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/07/22/wall_street_again_has_high_hopes_for_apple_after_record_third_quarter/ Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:35:00 GMT