http://www.appleinsider.com/ AppleInsider has been the leading source of insider news and rumors on Apple Computer since 1997. en-us Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:54:12 -0400 http://images.appleinsider.com/images/toolbar_logo_textAI.gif http://www.appleinsider.com/ http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/27/ipods_macbooks_imacs_up_next_on_apples_2008_roadmap/ With a multinational iPhone 3G launch now successfully under its belt, electronics maker Apple Inc. is preparing to close out the year with a final phase of product introductions that will stretch ove... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/27/ipods_macbooks_imacs_up_next_on_apples_2008_roadmap/ Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/25/consensus_builds_for_rumored_sept_9_ipod_event/ Spurred on by his own leak from the past weekend, Digg founder Kevin Rose has pegged a more specific date for Apple to unveil its new iPods and is garnering support from additional sources. Listene... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/25/consensus_builds_for_rumored_sept_9_ipod_event/ Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/23/digg_founder_claims_knowledge_of_4g_ipod_nano_itunes_8_0/ Digg creator Kevin Rose says he knows many details of Apple's iPod revisions for September, including what appears to be a photo of the fourth-generation iPod nano and a teaser for information of iTun... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/23/digg_founder_claims_knowledge_of_4g_ipod_nano_itunes_8_0/ Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/20/retail_sources_say_its_closing_time_for_current_ipod_line/ Resellers both near and afar are reporting signs that Apple's current line of iPod digital music players are on their way out the door, just as one prominent Wall Street analyst restates his claim tha... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/20/retail_sources_say_its_closing_time_for_current_ipod_line/ Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/20/briefly_shots_of_nike_touch_app_not_the_real_deal/ A series of images making the rounds on the Internet this week as 'leaked' screenshots of an upcoming Nike+ application for the iPhone and iPod touch are not authentic, AppleInsider has learned. Th... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/20/briefly_shots_of_nike_touch_app_not_the_real_deal/ Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/19/apple_will_replace_exploding_first_run_ipod_nanos/ After instances where first-generation iPod nanos' power has triggered minor but device-killing fires, Apple has agreed to replace for free any more of the music players that suffer the same problem. ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/19/apple_will_replace_exploding_first_run_ipod_nanos/ Tue, 19 Aug 2008 22:10:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/06/apple_poised_for_special_event_this_september/ Although it has not yet been announced, investment bank Piper Jaffray believes it's only a matter of time before Apple reveals plans to hold a special event next month to usher in a new array of iPods... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/06/apple_poised_for_special_event_this_september/ Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/31/ipod_shuffle_4gb_may_be_enroute_quarkxpress_8_more/ Apple could boost its least expensive iPod this fall with a redesign and 4GB of storage, according to one report. Also, Quark has shipped a major overhaul of its long-running publishing software, the... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/31/ipod_shuffle_4gb_may_be_enroute_quarkxpress_8_more/ Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/30/arm_reports_finger_apple_as_long_term_architecture_licensee/ Apple's clear interest in securing the rights to develop custom mobile processors based on the ARM platform appear to sync with comments made in financial reports published earlier today. ARM Holdi... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/30/arm_reports_finger_apple_as_long_term_architecture_licensee/ Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/30/apple_warns_resellers_of_mac_and_ipod_drought_says_load_up_now/ With the first phase of the iPhone 3G launch in the rear view, Apple Inc. is now shifting much of its focus towards product refreshes targeting its two other revenue drivers and is advising resellers ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/30/apple_warns_resellers_of_mac_and_ipod_drought_says_load_up_now/ Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/30/apples_next_gen_ipod_nano_may_see_return_of_narrow_form_factor/ Apple's "fatboy" iPod nano may be retired after only a year on the market to make way for a new generation of the player that will mark a return of the narrow form factor used in the first two generat... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/30/apples_next_gen_ipod_nano_may_see_return_of_narrow_form_factor/ Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/22/apple_may_be_eying_sub_1000_notebook_market/ Investment bank Piper Jaffray said Tuesday it believes Apple is readying new iPod and notebook products that will apply downward pressure to profit margins because they'll be priced more affordably, s... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/22/apple_may_be_eying_sub_1000_notebook_market/ Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/21/apple_plans_mystery_product_transition_before_septembers_end/ During his quarterly financial results call, Apple's chief financial officer Peter Oppenheimer revealed that the company will make a key "product transition" that cuts back on its profit margins to he... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/21/apple_plans_mystery_product_transition_before_septembers_end/ Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:20:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/17/apple_filing_takes_podcasts_to_the_next_level/ A recently published filing discovered by AppleInsider reveals work by Apple's chief software architect to advance the Podcast beyond its static form and into a live interactive presentation medium su... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/17/apple_filing_takes_podcasts_to_the_next_level/ Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/14/iphone_app_store_downloads_top_10_million_in_first_weekend/ In addition to selling more than 1 million of its new iPhone 3G handsets since Friday, Apple announced that iPhone and iPod touch users also downloaded more than 10 million applications from the the c... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/14/iphone_app_store_downloads_top_10_million_in_first_weekend/ Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:40:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/12/apple_again_greenlights_ipod_touch_2_0_update/ Having cleared most of the iTunes woes that plagued Apple's firmware updates on Friday, Apple has now officially posted the iPod touch 2.0 upgrade. The refresh, available through iTunes, mirrors th... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/12/apple_again_greenlights_ipod_touch_2_0_update/ Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/11/apple_releases_iphone_and_ipod_touch_software_2_0_see_warning/ Apple this afternoon officially released version 2.0 of iPhone software for both first-generation iPhones and the iPod touch. iPhone users, however, should not attempt to install the update at this ti... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/11/apple_releases_iphone_and_ipod_touch_software_2_0_see_warning/ Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/10/visual_preview_of_top_10_new_iphone_games/ iPhone users on Apple's just-launched App Store are already downloading applications by the thousands. This article previews the top 10 games based off the number of downloads thus far. Included is pr... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/10/visual_preview_of_top_10_new_iphone_games/ Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/10/visual_preview_of_top_10_free_iphone_applications/ Apple's highly anticipated iPhone App Store launched earlier this morning, spawning a user-generated list of the most popular applications available at no cost. This article previews the top 10 with l... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/10/visual_preview_of_top_10_free_iphone_applications/ Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/10/apples_app_store_launches_with_more_than_500_apps/ Apple said Thursday that more than 500 native applications are now available on the iPhone's App Store for use with the new iPhone 3G that goes on sale tomorrow. Over 500 apps, many free Over 12... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/10/apples_app_store_launches_with_more_than_500_apps/ Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/02/iphone_3g_to_be_in_healthy_supply_as_ipod_touch_supplies_weaken/ Apple should have ample stock of iPhone 3G when it touches down this month, according to analysts, who also note that Apple stands to make more from each device than once thought -- and that iPod touc... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/02/iphone_3g_to_be_in_healthy_supply_as_ipod_touch_supplies_weaken/ Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:50:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/30/real_embraces_apples_ipod_with_new_rhapsody_mp3_service/ RealNetworks said Monday it's switching gears in its quest for a larger slice of the legal music download market with the launch a DRM-free a la carte MP3 store that will cater to iPod owners directly... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/30/real_embraces_apples_ipod_with_new_rhapsody_mp3_service/ Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:50:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/26/apple_makes_example_of_ipod_repairman_in_lawsuit/ The owner of an iPod repair shop is being sued by Apple for misuse of the coveted iPod trademark -- and of allegedly manipulating Apple to both send him replacement units for free as well as tricking ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/26/apple_makes_example_of_ipod_repairman_in_lawsuit/ Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/18/ipod_touch_supplies_seeing_shortages_changes_due_by_september/ Stocks of some iPod touch models are starting to run low and may be connected to recent promotional announcements, according to one Wall Street analyst, who also notes that the advent of the $199 iPho... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/18/ipod_touch_supplies_seeing_shortages_changes_due_by_september/ Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/11/steve_jobs_its_time_we_design_our_own_iphone_and_ipod_chips/ The market potential for proprietary mobile processor designs from chip makers like Samsung Electronics and Intel Corp. were dealt a considerable blow earlier this week when Apple chief executive Stev... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/11/steve_jobs_its_time_we_design_our_own_iphone_and_ipod_chips/ Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/05/photos_of_2_8__and_3_2_inch_iphone_like_touch_panels_surface/ Images depicting a pair of touch-screens reminiscent but slightly smaller than those employed by Apple's existing iPhone and iPod touch have surfaced on the web, fueling speculation over whether the e... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/05/photos_of_2_8__and_3_2_inch_iphone_like_touch_panels_surface/ Thu, 05 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/03/apples_free_8gb_ipod_touch_back_to_school_promo_now_official/ Apple on Tuesday officially kicked off its largest back-to-school promo in the company's history, offering a free 8GB iPod touch to students and educational staffers who purchase a qualifying Mac. ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/03/apples_free_8gb_ipod_touch_back_to_school_promo_now_official/ Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:30:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/02/apple_back_to_school_promo_to_offer_free_8gb_ipod_touch/ Apple on Tuesday will formally announce details of its 2008 Back-to-School promotion, which will offer a free 8GB iPod touch to students who purchase a qualifying Mac. People briefed on the promoti... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/02/apple_back_to_school_promo_to_offer_free_8gb_ipod_touch/ Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/16/apple_files_first_lawsuit_in_defense_of_made_for_ipod_licensing/ The first test of Apple's licensing system for iPod accessories has come with the launch of a complaint by the company against Atico International, whose iPod speakers allegedly infringe on patents be... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/16/apple_files_first_lawsuit_in_defense_of_made_for_ipod_licensing/ Fri, 16 May 2008 22:55:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/15/apple_filing_places_iphone_networks_at_restaurants_zoos_concerts/ Apple Inc.'s iPhone can already playback video, browse the Internet, and place phone calls, but a new filing by the handset maker suggests it may one day take your lunch order and serve as a tour guid... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/15/apple_filing_places_iphone_networks_at_restaurants_zoos_concerts/ Thu, 15 May 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/09/apple_settlements_canadian_ipod_credit_notebook_adapter_refunds/ Apple has agreed to settlements in two longstanding class action lawsuits over allegations that earlier iPod models failed to live up to their battery claims, and that replacement adapters for some of... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/09/apple_settlements_canadian_ipod_credit_notebook_adapter_refunds/ Fri, 09 May 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/28/patent_lawsuit_targets_apples_dock_connector_in_ipod_nano_touch/ A new legal complaint accuses Apple of infringing on a patent for a flash memory drive by selling its ubiquitous iPod nano and iPod touch players, among other devices. The 32-page suit -- most of w... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/28/patent_lawsuit_targets_apples_dock_connector_in_ipod_nano_touch/ Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:15:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/23/apple_buys_chip_designer_pa_semi_for_278_million/ An Apple spokesman confirmed Tuesday evening that the company has agreed purchase a boutique microprocessor design company known for sophisticated but low-power designs, Forbes is reporting. The ac... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/23/apple_buys_chip_designer_pa_semi_for_278_million/ Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/21/apple_best_buy_partner_in_china_npd_on_ipods_paypal_clarifies/ Apple and speciality electronics retailer Best Buy have extended their partnership to the Far East. Meanwhile, the latest data from NPD suggests second-quarter iPod sales remained relatively flat. And... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/21/apple_best_buy_partner_in_china_npd_on_ipods_paypal_clarifies/ Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/11/nike_on_its_way_to_iphone_and_ipod_touch/ The Nike+ Sport Kit released two years ago for use exclusively with Apple's iPod nano digital music player is finally getting an upgrade that will see support extended to iPhone and iPod touch. Wor... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/11/nike_on_its_way_to_iphone_and_ipod_touch/ Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/02/report_sub_200_wifi_touchscreen_ipods_from_apple_by_holidays/ Investment bank Piper Jaffray said Wednesday it disagrees with the consensus on Wall Street that growth in Apple Inc.'s iPod business will screech to a halt this year, saying new products like a sub-$... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/02/report_sub_200_wifi_touchscreen_ipods_from_apple_by_holidays/ Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/27/apple_developing_full_fledge_digital_lifestyle_fitness_companion/ Electronics maker Apple Inc. is developing a digital fitness companion system based around its iPhone and iPod touch players aimed a helping americans, and folks in general, live a healthier and more ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/27/apple_developing_full_fledge_digital_lifestyle_fitness_companion/ Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/27/apple_supplier_reveals_next_gen_ipods_due_at_usual_time_of_year/ A long-time supplier of components for Apple Inc.'s iPods has reportedly been cut out of next-generation designs due later this year, just as conflicting reports surface over the company's orders for ... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/27/apple_supplier_reveals_next_gen_ipods_due_at_usual_time_of_year/ Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/12/apple_sued_over_foundation_to_ipod_itunes_franchise/ ZapMedia Services, Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Apple Inc., claiming to have conceived the underlying principles of the iPod + iTunes franchise a full two years before the first iPod went on sale.... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/12/apple_sued_over_foundation_to_ipod_itunes_franchise/ Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:00:00 GMT http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/08/sun_plans_java_for_iphone_ipod_touch/ After receiving access to the iPhone and iPod touch through Apple's SDK, Sun Microsystems says it will release a version of Java for the two Apple devices. The decision was made just a day after Ap... http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/08/sun_plans_java_for_iphone_ipod_touch/ Sat, 08 Mar 2008 16:30:00 GMT