Briefly: New Mac OS X 10.6.5 beta, iPod levies in EU, News Corp shelving digital newsstand project
Fri, Oct 22, 2010 - Apple has released a new beta for its forthcoming Mac OS X 10.6.5 update, while an EU court ruling may block 'copying levies' placed on iPods and iPhones. Also, News Corp. is putting its plans for an iPad-specific digital newsstand on hold, a new report claims. ( 17 comments )
European Union ends antitrust investigations of Apple
Sat, Sep 25, 2010 - The European Union has ended two antitrust investigations into Apple's iPhone policies after Apple relaxed developer restrictions and introduced cross-border warranty repair service. ( 34 comments )
EC picks Apple's iPhone over RIM's BlackBerry
Wed, Aug 4, 2010 - The European Commission has added support for iPhones among its employees while declining to support RIM's BlackBerry in a move that will affect 2,500 employees. ( 26 comments )
New standards to limit Apple iPod volume in Europe
Mon, Sep 28, 2009 - Media players like Apple's iPod will be set by default to a new, lower, "safe" volume level in Europe, thanks to a new rule passed by the European Commission Monday. ( 104 comments )
"Exploding" iPhones in Europe prompt Apple-led investigation
Tue, Aug 18, 2009 - Following various reports of exploding iPhones and iPod touches, Apple has reportedly informed the European Commission that it has begun a probe into the matter. ( 44 comments )
Europe revives claims of Microsoft web browser monopoly
Sat, Jan 17, 2009 - Having escaped more severe consequences in the US, Microsoft has been put on notice by the European Union that it may have to detach Internet Explorer from Windows under claims that the web browser has an unfair monopoly. ( 150 comments )
Apple to standardize iTunes music prices across Europe
Wed, Jan 9, 2008 - Apple said Wednesday that within six months it will lower the prices it charges for music on its UK iTunes Store to match the already standardized pricing on its other European iTunes Stores. ( 52 comments )
Apple set to resolve EU iTunes case
Tue, Jan 8, 2008 - Apple will soon announce steps to resolve European Commission charges that its iTunes stores broke European Union rules by setting prices country by country in Europe, Reuters is reporting. ( 13 comments )
