NPD: Apple's iPhone 4S, 4 & 3GS were top 3 US smartphones over holidays
Mon, Feb 6, 2012 - Apple's iPhone lineup dominated smartphone sales during the holiday 2011 quarter, with the iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS taking the top three spots, respectively, in total U.S. sales. ( 45 comments )
Apple pulls all 3G iOS devices but iPhone 4S from German online store
Fri, Feb 3, 2012 - Apple has removed all 3G/UMTS-capable iPad and iPhone models from its German online store in response to an injunction based on a wireless standard FRAND patent owned by Motorola Mobility. ( 105 comments )
iPhone 4S accounts for 90% of US iPhone sales, 42% of customers break contract to buy
Thu, Jan 26, 2012 - Despite the customary price drop of Apple's last generation iPhone 4 and the free-on-contract iPhone 3GS, the company's newest handset dominated sales and has seen strong numbers not only from early adopters, but "conventional" smartphone users as well. ( 48 comments )
Massive holiday quarter pushes iPhone sales past Android in US
Wed, Jan 25, 2012 - Apple's share of smartphones sold in the U.S. doubled in the fourth quarter of 2011, pushing iPhone sales just past the myriad of devices that run Google's Android platform. ( 74 comments )
Motorola wins major injunction against Apple's iPhone, iPad in Germany
Fri, Dec 9, 2011 - Motorola Mobility on Friday won a major patent infringement decision against Apple in Germany, a ruling that includes an injunction against the iPhone and 3G-capable iPads. ( 138 comments )
Rumor: Production of two-year-old iPhone 3GS to reach 2M in Dec. quarter
Fri, Dec 9, 2011 - Asian supply chain sources claim OEM production of the iPhone 3GS remains steady with expected volume of two million units in the current quarter and 1.4-1.6 million units in the first quarter of calendar 2012. ( 58 comments )
Holiday iPhone, Mac sales ahead of expectations, iPad 'a little light'
Wed, Dec 7, 2011 - Indications from Apple's supply chain suggest that iPhone and Mac sales are picking up strength ahead of Christmas, while the iPad remains on pace for a record setting quarter, albeit with softer sales than expected. ( 43 comments )
Apple executives say iPhone 3GS, Kindle Fire will expand interest in iOS devices
Fri, Dec 2, 2011 - JP Morgan analysts who met with top Apple executives note that the company's leadership views both its own iPhone 3GS and Amazon's Kindle Fire as devices that will attract customers to iOS as they "gravitate to more feature-rich experiences." ( 42 comments )
iPhone battery woes persist with Apple's first iOS 5.1 beta
Fri, Dec 2, 2011 - Released earlier this week, Apple's first beta of iOS 5.1 issued to developers reportedly does not address battery problems experienced by some users, as solutions to the complex problem continue to elude. ( 117 comments )
JP Morgan ups holiday quarter iPhone estimates to 28 million
Thu, Dec 1, 2011 - J.P. Morgan bumped up its projections for shipments of Apple's iPhone in the December quarter to 28 million units, revising its revenue estimates for the company accordingly to $38.69 billion. ( 12 comments )
'Key component' said to be limiting Apple's iPhone 4S supply
Tue, Nov 29, 2011 - Supply constraints remain Apple's only issue in meeting strong demand for the new iPhone 4S, with one new report claiming those constraints are being caused by limited availability of one crucial component. ( 77 comments )
iPhone 4S quickly jumps to second-most popular camera phone on Flickr
Tue, Nov 22, 2011 - Little more than a month after arriving on the market, Apple's latest handset has already become the second-most popular camera phone on photo sharing website Flickr, behind only its predecessor, the iPhone 4. ( 21 comments )
AT&T bumps iPhone 3GS price to 99 cents
Fri, Nov 18, 2011 - After making the iPhone 3GS free with contract last month, AT&T has now raised the price of Apple's two-year-old smartphone to $0.99. ( 52 comments )
Apple's iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS were two best-selling US smartphones in Q3 2011
Mon, Nov 14, 2011 - Demonstrating the success Apple has had in continuing to sell previous-generation iPhone models at a discounted price, the iPhone 3GS was the second-best-selling smartphone in the U.S. last quarter, bested only by Apple's iPhone 4. ( 30 comments )
Apple looking into remaining battery life issues after iOS 5.0.1 update
Fri, Nov 11, 2011 - Following this week's iOS 5.0.1 update for the iPhone, some users still continue to experience battery issues, and Apple has said it is investigating the matter. ( 65 comments )
Apple releases iOS 5.0.1 with fix for iPhone battery life bugs
Thu, Nov 10, 2011 - Apple on Thursday issued iOS 5.0.1, an incremental update for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch that addresses a well-publicized bug that resulted in shorter battery life. ( 128 comments )
Apple testing second beta of iOS battery fix for iPhone users
Fri, Nov 4, 2011 - Apple is apparently working quickly to publicly release iOS 5.0.1, as evidenced by the company's second beta in two days released on Friday. ( 12 comments )
With 4% market share, Apple's iPhone rakes in 52% of mobile profits
Fri, Nov 4, 2011 - Apple is estimated to have taken in 52 percent of the handset industry's operating profits last quarter, despite only having a 4.2 percent global handset market share. ( 102 comments )
iPhone used to record parts of Marvel's 'The Avengers' feature film
Fri, Oct 21, 2011 - It was revealed on Thursday that the cinematographer filming 'The Avengers' used an iPhone to shoot footage for the upcoming high-budget film. ( 46 comments )
AT&T sees iPhone 3GS sellouts, expects legacy model to expand smartphone base
Thu, Oct 20, 2011 - AT&T revealed on Thursday that the newly free-on-contract iPhone 3GS is seeing inventory sellouts across the U.S., and expects the device to broaden the company's smartphone base. ( 52 comments )
Apple takes 56% of AT&T smartphone activations as iPhone 4S hits 1M
Thu, Oct 20, 2011 - AT&T announced on Thursday that it activated 2.7 million iPhones last quarter, while it activated more than 1 million of the iPhone 4S alone since it launched last Friday. ( 27 comments )
18.8M iPhone 3GS users expected to upgrade to Apple's iPhone 4S
Tue, Oct 11, 2011 - A new analysis projects that 18.8 million iPhone 3GS users will upgrade to the iPhone 4S in the next year, accounting for 18 percent of Apple's sales. ( 78 comments )
As iPhone 4S sets records, Apple's legacy models show strong sales too
Mon, Oct 10, 2011 - With the soon-to-be-launched iPhone 4S gaining the most attention, Apple's previous-generation iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS handsets are quietly racking up big sales after recent price drops. ( 81 comments )
iPhone 4 drops to $99 while Apple makes iPhone 3GS free with contract
Tue, Oct 4, 2011 - As was rumored, Apple has opted to keep the iPhone 3GS alive as a free phone with a new service contract, while the 2010 iPhone 4 is now $99 with a carrier subsidy. ( 43 comments )
Apple seen selling iPhone 3GS free with subsidy, $399 without contract
Mon, Oct 3, 2011 - Though the iPhone 3GS was first released in 2009, one analyst has said Apple will continue to sell its third-generation handset after the "iPhone 5" is announced, offering it for free with a service contract or for $399 unsubsidized. ( 79 comments )
iPhone 4 remains top-selling US smartphone despite growing iPhone 5 hype
Tue, Sep 6, 2011 - Even as rumors of Apple's fifth-generation iPhone persist ahead of an anticipated launch, sales of the iPhone 4, first released in 2010, reportedly continue to top the competition at both AT&T and Verizon. ( 50 comments )
Apple's 2-year-old iPhone 3GS still America's No 2. smartphone
Mon, Aug 22, 2011 - Apple isn't just holding onto the top spot among US smartphones with last year's iPhone 4. It's also occupying the second most popular slot with its budget priced iPhone 3GS, which is only available in the country on one carrier. ( 53 comments )
Apple to build 26M fifth-gen iPhones in second half of 2011
Mon, Aug 15, 2011 - Apple is reportedly prepared to build a massive 56 million iPhones in the second half of 2011, with more than half of those being the new fifth-generation model. ( 13 comments )
Leak suggests Radio Shack to slash iPhone 4 prices by $30 [u]
Sat, Jul 30, 2011 - According to a new leak, Radio Shack is planning to drop the price of the 16GB and 32GB AT&T iPhone 4 on Sunday to $169.99 and $269.99 respectively, while the price of the 8GB iPhone 3GS is expected to fall to $19.99. ( 17 comments )
Apple releases iOS 4.3.5 to address certificate violation issue
Mon, Jul 25, 2011 - Apple on Monday released iOS 4.3.5 for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, addressing a security vulnerability related to certificate violation. ( 18 comments )
AT&T activated 1.3M more iPhones than rival Verizon in Q2 2011
Fri, Jul 22, 2011 - Bolstered by remaining exclusivity with the $49 entry-level iPhone 3GS, AT&T activated 1.3 million more iPhones than Verizon in the second quarter of calendar 2011. ( 34 comments )
Massive Android activations not viewed as concern for Apple
Fri, Jul 15, 2011 - Though activations of new Android devices are now significantly outpacing iOS, it is viewed as representative of a larger trend of surging growth in the smartphone market, which will also benefit Apple. ( 168 comments )
Apple will offer free iPhone 3GS with 2-year mobile contract - report
Wed, Jun 29, 2011 - Apple is prepared to offer the iPhone 3GS, first released in 2009, as a free subsidized phone with a two-year service contract, according to a new report. ( 116 comments )
Apple's iPhone ranks in middle of pack for radiation
Fri, Jun 3, 2011 - As concerns grow over the potential negative health effects of cell phone radiation, Apple's iPhones have been noted as producing average amounts of radiation, while several Motorola handsets are rated as emitting the most. ( 48 comments )
Rumor: iOS 5 won't run on Apple's iPhone 3GS
Tue, May 24, 2011 - A new rumor claims that Apple's next-generation mobile operating system, iOS 5, won't run on the iPhone 3GS first released in 2009 and still sold as the entry-level iPhone. ( 71 comments )
Previous-gen Apple iPad, iPhone 3GS often outsell new Android devices
Mon, May 9, 2011 - Older Apple iOS products sold at a discounted price, like the iPhone 3GS and first-generation iPad, are often more popular than newer devices running the Google Android operating system, a new report claims. ( 156 comments )
AT&T increases early upgrade prices for Apple's iPhones by $50
Mon, Apr 4, 2011 - For AT&T customers looking to upgrade or replace their iPhone before their two-year contract is up, the price of Apple's smartphone has increased by $50 for all models. ( 20 comments )
Apple releases iOS 4.3 with faster JavaScript, support for AirPlay in apps
Wed, Mar 9, 2011 - Apple on Wednesday released iOS 4.3 for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, bringing new features like Personal Hotspot, AirPlay support for third-party apps, and JavaScript Web browsing speeds twice as fast. ( 94 comments )
Apple follows AT&T, drops official US iPhone 3GS price to $49
Mon, Jan 10, 2011 - Apple has quietly dropped the price of its entry-level 8GB iPhone 3GS to $49 with a new two-year contract with AT&T, matching the new low price that last week was offered exclusively by the carrier. ( 21 comments )
AT&T announces it will sell Apple's iPhone 3GS at new $49 price
Thu, Jan 6, 2011 - AT&T has revealed that starting Friday, Jan. 7, it will begin selling the iPhone 3GS at a new standard price of $49 with the usual two-year service contract. ( 54 comments )
Radio Shack renews $50 popular iPhone promotion through Friday [u]
Wed, Dec 29, 2010 - After an initial sale resulted in iPhone sellouts at Radio Shack stores across the U.S., the retailer has brought back the sale for three days, offering $50 off the regular prices of iPhone models, with the iPhone 3GS starting at just $48.99 with contract. ( 12 comments )
No contract iPhone in China; Mac App Store search in 10.6.6, iCal alerts on me.com
Fri, Dec 24, 2010 - China Unicom today will begin offering customers the option of a contract-free iPhone 3GS. Meanwhile, Mac OS X 10.6.6 will be capable of searching the Mac App Store for apps to open unsupported file types. And Apple has launched iCal alerts on Me.com. ( 13 comments )
22 months after announcement, Google Latitude app comes to Apple's iPhone
Mon, Dec 13, 2010 - First announced in February 2009, the Google Latitude application for iPhone -- previously rejected from the App Store -- has been approved and is now available. ( 44 comments )
Radio Shack slashes iPhone prices by $50, offering iPhone 4 for $25 with 3GS trade-in
Sat, Dec 4, 2010 - In an unprecedented sale designed to boost awareness of its wireless business and create an edge up on the competition, Radio Shack is knocking $50 off all iPhone handsets and offering trade-in incentives that could net customers a brand new iPhone 4 for as little as $25. ( 79 comments )
Study says Apple's iPhone 4 most reliable, most fragile smartphone
Wed, Nov 10, 2010 - A recent study of over 50,000 smartphones has concluded that Apple's iPhone has the fewest malfunctions, but is particularly at risk to accidental drop-related damage. ( 51 comments )
Target to sell Apple's iPhone at 846 stores starting Nov. 7
Mon, Nov 1, 2010 - Confirming previous rumors, Target announced Monday that it will begin selling Apple's iPhone in time for the holiday season, as sales of the handset will begin at 846 of the U.S. retailer's stores on Nov. 7. ( 10 comments )
Apple brings unlocked, contract-free iPhone to Germany
Thu, Oct 28, 2010 - As T-Mobile loses its iPhone exclusivity in Germany to O2 and Vodafone, Apple has begun offering the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 unlocked without a contract to German customers, with the 16GB iPhone 4 model selling for 629 euros. ( 23 comments )
Glitch in Apple's iOS 4.1 allows iPhone access without passcode
Tue, Oct 26, 2010 - A glitch discovered in iOS 4.1 allows iPhone users to access contacts, call history and voicemail on a passcode-locked handset without knowing the numeric entry required to unlock the phone. ( 47 comments )
Android users quicker than iPhone users in upgrading to new OS versions - report
Wed, Sep 15, 2010 - Motorola Droid users have a higher adoption rate of Android 2.2 than that of iPhone 3GS users and iOS 4.0, according to a new report. ( 130 comments )
T-Mobile US rumored to get Apple's iPhone 3GS, but not iPhone 4
Wed, Sep 8, 2010 - A new rumor shared by the editor-in-chief of Wired suggests that T-Mobile, the smallest of the four major cell phone carriers in the U.S., will offer the iPhone 3GS later this year, but not the iPhone 4. ( 59 comments )
Inside Apple's iOS 4.1 update: proximity sensor fix, Game Center, more
Fri, Aug 20, 2010 - The forthcoming iOS 4.1 software update will pack a number of fixes for Apple's mobile devices, including a problematic issue with the iPhone 4 proximity sensor. AppleInsider offers a closer look at the latest beta available to developers. ( 54 comments )
Apple set to launch iPhone 4 in China early next month
Tue, Aug 17, 2010 - Apple will launch iPhone 4 in China in the first part of September with carrier partner China Unicom, just weeks after beginning sales of a WiFi-enabled iPhone 3GS in that market. ( 25 comments )
Wi-Fi enabled iPhone 3GS coming to China Unicom on Monday
Fri, Aug 6, 2010 - China Unicom said Friday it would begin selling Apple's iPhone 3GS with Wi-Fi on Monday. ( 9 comments )
iPhone 4 owners report fewer dropped calls than iPhone 3GS
Wed, Aug 4, 2010 - A new survey of iPhone 4 users has found that owners of Apple's latest handset have experienced fewer dropped calls than those who own an iPhone 3GS, suggesting the real-world impact of the iPhone 4 antenna issue is a non-factor. ( 85 comments )
After 6 weeks of "real usage," Mossberg stands by his initial verdict of the iPhone 4
Thu, Jul 29, 2010 - In a follow-up to his original review, Walt Mossberg of the Wall Street Journal continued to laud Apple's iPhone 4 as "the best device in its class," while warning of issues with weak reception and dropped calls. ( 146 comments )
Users report Bluetooth connectivity, quality issues with iOS 4
Thu, Jul 22, 2010 - Users of iOS 4 on both the iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS say their handset has constantly dropped wireless Bluetooth connections with both headsets and in-car systems. ( 72 comments )
Apple assails iSuppli iPhone 4 part cost estimates
Tue, Jul 20, 2010 - Apple sniped a shot at the component cost estimates published by iSuppli in its latest conference call report, suggesting that the estimates were not very close to reality. ( 125 comments )
Apple rumored to release iOS 4.0.1 for iPhone today
Thu, Jul 15, 2010 - A new rumor has stated that Apple will release an iPhone software update in the form of iOS 4.0.1 on Thursday, a day before the company has scheduled a press conference to talk about the iPhone 4. ( 51 comments )
Consumer Reports ranks Apple's iPhone 4 best smartphone available
Tue, Jul 13, 2010 - Despite saying it "can't recommend" iPhone 4 in its blog, Consumer Reports also assigns Apple's newest phone the "highest rated" score as the best smartphone currently available in its official paid research reports. ( 112 comments )
iPhone 3GS recognizes FaceTime URLs in iOS 4
Fri, Jul 2, 2010 - FaceTime supports iOS URL schemes, enabling users to initiate a call by clicking on a hyperlink. iPhone 3GS users can see and click the links but they don't work, not even for audio-only calls. Yet. ( 33 comments )
Death Grip hysteria may end Monday with iOS 4.01
Fri, Jun 25, 2010 - Reception issues observed by new iPhone 4 owners, derided as the "Death Grip" by bloggers, appears to actually be a software issue that an iOS update is expected to resolve early next week. ( 613 comments )
iPhone 4 HSUPA support speeds 3G uploads by 10x
Fri, Jun 25, 2010 - In addition to its oddly secret 512MB of RAM, iPhone 4 also packs another important feature Steve Jobs gave only brief mention of during his introductory keynote at WWDC: support for High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA). ( 54 comments )
Hackers release 'jailbreak' of iOS 4 for Apple's iPhone 3GS
Wed, Jun 23, 2010 - Users can now run unauthorized code on their iOS 4-equipped iPhone 3GS, as well as iPhone 3G and iPod touch, thanks to the latest software "jailbreak" released by hackers. ( 181 comments )
Inside iOS 4: Missing features for iPhone 3G users
Tue, Jun 22, 2010 - Apple disabled support for some features in iOS 4 to shoehorn the new release into the processing constraints and memory footprint of the 2008 iPhone 3G and second generation iPod touch. Here's what's missing and why. ( 92 comments )
Apple releases iOS 4 for iPhone, iPod touch
Mon, Jun 21, 2010 - Apple's latest operating system upgrade for the iPhone, iOS 4, was released Monday, packed with over 100 new features including multitasking and folders. ( 258 comments )
Verizon corrects Droid X ad error touting 720p screen
Thu, Jun 17, 2010 - A Verizon Wireless web promo for its Droid-branded Android phones originally promoted the upcoming Droid X as having a "720p screen," stoking some brief excitement that iPhone 4 and its Retina Display might be eclipsed, at least until the error was corrected. ( 101 comments )
AT&T to offer credit or iPhone 4 trade-up for recent iPhone 3GS buyers
Thu, Jun 10, 2010 - AT&T this week is sympathizing with customers who made the unfortunate decision to purchase an iPhone 3GS in the month leading up to Monday's iPhone 4 announcement, offering those customers a monetary credit or the option to trade up to the fourth-generation device when it's available. ( 22 comments )
Walmart to sell Apple's 16GB iPhone 3GS for $97
Mon, May 24, 2010 - Walmart has revealed that it will begin selling the 16GB iPhone 3GS for $97 this week, more than $100 off of Apple's $199 suggested retail price. ( 48 comments )
Apple's latest iPhone OS 4 beta adds customizable user dictionary
Wed, May 19, 2010 - Users will be able to add and edit their own words to the iPhone's dictionary when Apple delivers the iPhone OS 4 software upgrade to the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS this summer. ( 44 comments )
AT&T moves some handset upgrade dates to June ahead of iPhone launch
Wed, May 12, 2010 - Ahead of Apple's anticipated next-generation iPhone announcement, AT&T has begun modifying some customers' upgrade dates, shortening them in some cases by months to allow customers to buy a new, subsidized handset in June. ( 42 comments )
Visa, Apple aim to simplify transactions with wireless iPhone payments
Thu, May 6, 2010 - This summer, Visa will make it possible for iPhone users to wave their device in front of a contactless payment terminal to make transactions, thanks to an Apple-certified hardware accessory. ( 43 comments )
Chinese iPhone gets Wi-Fi, Apple granted iPhone design patent
Tue, May 4, 2010 - An updated iPhone with support for the Chinese national standard for Wi-Fi has received regulatory approval in China, while in the U.S. Apple was awarded a patent for ownership of the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS design. ( 12 comments )
Hackers release new 'jailbreak' for Apple's iPhone 3GS, iPad
Mon, May 3, 2010 - A new "jailbreak" for the iPhone 3GS and iPad was released this weekend by hackers, and allows users to run third-party software with features not authorized by Apple, including multitasking. ( 49 comments )
Nearly 30% of Apple's first-gen iPhones are still in use - report
Tue, Apr 27, 2010 - Just 2 percent of all iPhone OS handsets still in use are Apple's first-generation iPhone, but a new calculation estimates that amounts to nearly 30 percent of the 6.1 million iPhones sold between June 2007 and July 2008. ( 75 comments )
A closer look at new Photos, iPod, Folders features in iPhone OS 4
Tue, Apr 13, 2010 - Packed with more than 100 new features, Apple's forthcoming iPhone OS 4 update brings changes both major and subtle to the existing integrated applications. Included are a look at changes to the Photos and iPod applications, as well as the new Folders feature. ( 55 comments )
Hackers 'jailbreak' Apple's pre-release iPhone OS 4 beta
Fri, Apr 9, 2010 - Less than 24 hours after Apple had revealed its preview of iPhone OS 4.0 and made it available to developers, hackers revealed they had successfully manage to run an unauthorized VNC client on the mobile operating system. ( 133 comments )
Apple again sells contract-free, carrier-locked US iPhones
Mon, Mar 22, 2010 - Like it did in March of last year, Apple this week at its retail stores began selling the iPhone at an unsubsidized price without the standard two-year AT&T contract agreement. Also as before, the phone, which costs as much as $700, remains locked to the exclusive U.S. wireless provider. ( 43 comments )
Google Nexus One components estimated to have $174.15 cost
Mon, Jan 11, 2010 - Internal components of Google's new Nexus One smartphone are estimated to cost about the same as the iPhone 3GS when it launched last year, a new analysis has concluded. ( 46 comments )
Imagination Technologies reveals future iPhone GPU candidate
Fri, Jan 8, 2010 - Imagination Technologies, the graphics chip maker of which Apple is a part owner, announced Friday its new PowerVR SGX545 mobile GPU, which could appear in future handheld devices from Apple. ( 43 comments )
Third Nokia lawsuit accuses Apple of multiple patent violations
Mon, Jan 4, 2010 - Nokia has filed a another lawsuit against Apple, with a new federal complaint that alleges the Cupertino, Calif., company has infringed on several "implementation patents," the same cited in an ITC suit filed last week. ( 86 comments )
More evidence surfaces of 8GB iPhone 3GS replacing $99 iPhone 3G
Tue, Dec 29, 2009 - A new, speedier 8GB iPhone 3GS is once again rumored to replace the existing $99 iPhone 3G, this time evidenced by an alleged label referencing a new model. ( 49 comments )
Google's Nexus One compared to Apple's iPhone, Motorola Droid [u]
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 - New photos and a hands-on description have compared Google's custom-built Nexus One handset, rumored to be for sale to the public next month, with Apple's iPhone [updated with hardware specs]. ( 107 comments )
AT&T continues to deny iPhone tiered data pricing plans
Tue, Dec 22, 2009 - AT&T continues to fight back against the perception that the company will implement tiered data plans for iPhone users -- a rumor that started after the company's president said "incentives" to discourage heavy bandwidth consumption are likely. ( 39 comments )
WWDC 2010, iPhone announcement rumored for June 28-July 2
Mon, Dec 21, 2009 - A calendar listing for San Francisco's Moscone Center has led to speculation that Apple's annual Worldwide Developer's Conference will coincide with the three-year anniversary of the original iPhone's launch. ( 42 comments )
AT&T exec attempts to cool rumors of tiered iPhone data plans
Fri, Dec 18, 2009 - An AT&T executive this week made comments to assure customers that the exclusive carrier of the iPhone in the U.S. will not implement tiered data plans. ( 35 comments )
Apple's iPhone commands 46% of Japanese smartphone market
Fri, Dec 18, 2009 - Nearly half of all domestic smartphone users have turned to the iPhone in Japan, giving Apple a dominant position in the market, according to a new study. ( 69 comments )
Apple's iPhone exceeds Windows Mobile in US usage - study
Thu, Dec 17, 2009 - Though previous studies found the iPhone was outselling Windows Mobile devices and had a greater presence online, Apple's handset finally unseated Microsoft devices in terms of overall use in October, a new study has found. ( 27 comments )
'Fake Steve Jobs' vs. AT&T's real-life phone service
Wed, Dec 16, 2009 - AT&T continues to aggressively defend and promote its network, as the nation's second-largest wireless carrier has come under fire once again, this time from a satirical source. ( 92 comments )
Strong demand for parts forecasts 10M iPhone sales in Q4 2009
Mon, Dec 14, 2009 - Demand for the iPhone 3GS has helped Taiwanese suppliers see a 31 percent increase in orders for components, as Apple's handset is projected to have a record quarter. ( 38 comments )
AT&T warns of coming clamp-down on iPhone data hogs
Wed, Dec 9, 2009 - Users who consume more than their fair share of bandwidth on AT&T's wireless network could have a higher monthly bill in the future, one company executive said Wednesday. ( 217 comments )
Apple looks to hire new iPhone OS security manager
Thu, Nov 5, 2009 - As hackers continue to exploit the iPhone platform to run unauthorized code, Apple is in the process of hiring a new security manager to help lock down its mobile operating system. ( 30 comments )
Hacker cracks Apple's latest iPhone 3GS security measures
Wed, Nov 4, 2009 - A hacker this week released a new exploit that allows users to circumvent Apple's preventative measures that have blocked unauthorized code from being run on the new iPhone 3GS. ( 91 comments )
TomTom Car Kit, navigation software will not work with iPod touch
Wed, Oct 28, 2009 - The forthcoming TomTom Car Kit navigation dock will not enable GPS functionality for the corresponding App Store software on the iPod touch and first-generation iPhone. ( 34 comments )
Apple increases holiday quarter iPhone orders by 20 percent
Tue, Oct 27, 2009 - Demand for the iPhone 3GS this holiday season is expected to cause a shortage of image sensors, as Apple has increased orders for parts for its handset by 20 percent. ( 13 comments )
Apple says iPhone competitors still fail to compete
Mon, Oct 19, 2009 - As smartphone companies attempt to catch up with the first-generation iPhone, Apple executive Tim Cook said during Monday's earnings report that his company remains multiple steps ahead of its competitors. ( 100 comments )
iPhone supply issues could make Apple disappoint on Wall Street
Fri, Oct 16, 2009 - While demand for the iPhone remains high, Apple's apparent inability to keep up with supply during the last quarter could lead to lower-than-expected revenue reported on Monday. ( 50 comments )
Apple fights off hackers with new iPhone 3GS firmware
Wed, Oct 14, 2009 - Apple's cat-and-mouse game with the iPhone hacking community continues, as the handset maker has reportedly updated new shipping versions of the iPhone 3GS to prevent tampering. ( 176 comments )
New Macs, iPhone expansion predicted to boost Apple revenue
Fri, Oct 2, 2009 - With Apple expected to introduce new Macs at any point and the iPhone switching to a multi-carrier model in multiple countries, analysts believe the company's profits could climb even higher. ( 18 comments )
Apple Genius says dropped AT&T calls in NYC 'consistent'
Wed, Sep 30, 2009 - A man who took his iPhone 3G in to a New York City Apple Store because of a large number of dropped calls was allegedly told that a 30 percent failure rate is average for a local AT&T customer. ( 94 comments )
Vodafone to sell Apple's iPhone in UK, too
Tue, Sep 29, 2009 - Vodafone has reached an agreement to sell the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS in the U.K. and Ireland, an announcement that came just a day after Orange revealed it would also sell the handset. ( 33 comments )
