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Apple Executives Discuss iPhone 16 Camera Button: User-Centered Design and Teamwork in Action
September 21, 2024 – In a captivating interview on the podcast channel Design Tangents, Apple’s Human Interface Designer Johnnie Manzari and Senior Director of Product Design Rich Dinh shared insights into the development process of the revamped camera button for the iPhone 16 series. The discussion, held at Apple’s podcast studio in Cupertino, primarily focused…
Counterpoint Reveals: Apple’s AI Not Enough to Trigger iPhone 16 ‘Super Cycle’
September 20, 2024 – According to a blog post released today by market research firm Counterpoint Research, Apple Intelligence is unlikely to significantly boost sales of the iPhone 16 series, predicting that the industry will not enter into a “super cycle” this year. The term “super cycle” refers to periods of exceptional growth in iPhone…
Apple’s Initial 5G Chip Faces Limitation: No Millimeter Wave Support
September 20, 2024 – According to a report by DigiTimes, Apple’s first version of its self-developed 5G modem, also known as a baseband, does not support millimeter wave technology. This revelation suggests that Apple may continue to rely on its current 5G chip supplier, Qualcomm, to furnish 5G chips for iPhone models that require millimeter…
Apple Expands iPhone 16 Production to Brazil, Joining China and India
September 19, 2024 – According to a report by tech media MacMagazine, Apple has expanded its iPhone 16 assembly operations to include Brazil, in addition to China and India. The report cites Brazilian regulatory documents revealing that the assembly of these devices is being carried out at a Foxconn factory located in the city of…
Apple Reportedly Locks Down TSMC’s Initial 2nm Production for iPhone 17 Pro”
September 18, 2024 – According to a report by Taiwan’s Economic Daily News, Apple’s iPhone 16 series, powered by TSMC’s 3nm process technology, is currently enjoying strong sales. Rumors in the industry suggest that Apple has already secured the first batch of production capacity for TSMC’s 2nm process and the subsequent A16 chip, with the…
Morgan Chase in Advanced Talks to Acquire Apple Card Business from Goldman Sachs”
September 18, 2024 – According to a recent report published by The Wall Street Journal on September 17th, JP Morgan Chase is currently engaged in discussions with Apple, potentially taking over the Apple Card credit card business from Goldman Sachs. The report indicates that both parties are negotiating the specifics of a possible agreement. While…
Apple US Offers 2022 Refurbished iPad Air/Pro Models with Prices Starting at $469, Discounts Ranging 15%-20%
September 14, 2024 – Apple has recently expanded its range of officially refurbished devices on its US website, introducing the 2022 models of iPad Pro and iPad Air. The refreshed offerings, featured on the company’s certified refurbished page, encompass: The 11-inch iPad Pro, powered by the M2 chip, now starts at 639forthe128GBmodel,markingasignificantdiscountfromitsoriginalretailpriceof799. Joining the lineup…
Apple Redesigns iPhone 16 Interior for Easier Battery Repairs, Aligning with EU Regulations
September 12, 2024 – Apple has announced a redesign of the internal structure of its iPhone 16 series, allowing for a larger battery capacity, enhanced heat dissipation, and easier battery replacement. These changes are believed to align with the European Union’s regulations and laws. Although Apple did not specifically mention these updates in its press…
Global Launch: Indian-Produced iPhone 16 Hits the International Market
September 12, 2024 – In a recent social media announcement, India’s Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed that Apple’s latest iPhone 16 is now being manufactured in Indian factories for global distribution. Vaishnaw proudly stated that Prime Minister Modi’s “Make in India” initiative is driving the creation of iconic products for the…
EU Court Rules Against Apple, Orders 13 Billion Euro Tax Payment to Ireland
September 10, 2024 – The European Union’s highest court has recently ruled against Apple in a tax dispute case involving 13 billion euros, brought by the Irish government. In response to the verdict, Apple expressed disappointment, stating that EU regulators are attempting to retroactively change the rules. This dispute originated in August 2016, when the…