Apple today is again taking to the press to fight back against claims of anti-competitive practices on its App Store. Last month, the company detailed the results of a commissioned study which showed …
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Apple commissioned a study to defend its App Store ahead of a big antitrust hearing where Tim Cook and other tech CEOs will testify
The study may be a sign Apple intends to use all the tools at its disposal, including funding research, to combat antitrust concerns.
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Apple-Commissioned Study Finds App Store Fees in Line With Those at Other Digital Marketplaces
Wait for Arm? Or just buy a Mac now? Let’s discuss. iOS 14: How to Pin and Unpin Conversations in Messages Apple has made it easier to keep track of conversation threads in Messages by allowing users …
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Apple digs in over its App Store fees
Apple has defended the fees it charges developers to sell their digital products via its App Store. The iPhone-maker says a study it commissioned shows content makers give away a similar cut to dozens …
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Apple hires economists to help prove its App Store commissions aren’t anti-competitive
The independent economists from Analysis Group found Apple’s App Store commission rates are “similar” to others.
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Study defends Apple’s App Store commission rates
An independent study into how Apple’s App Store compares with other digital marketplaces concludes that its fees are typical, and that its policing of rules is necessary to maintain consumer trust.
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Apple’s Second Retail Store in Bangkok Opening on July 25
Apple hasn’t added the new store to its list of stores in Thailand, but details on the opening date were shared on Twitter and sent to MacRumors by reader Kangg. @kangg สดจาก CTW ครับ …
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Apple Defends App Store Revenue Take Ahead of Antitrust Hearing
Apple Inc. defended the fees it charges developers who sell software and services through the company’s App Store, tackling an issue that’s likely to be central to a congressional antitrust hearing …
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iPhone 14 could feature Apple’s most significant camera upgrade ever
Apple is planning to bring a periscope telephoto lens to the iPhone 14 in 2022, according to a new note from prolific TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. According to the note, Apple is bringing …
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Microsoft president raised concerns about Apple App Store in House antitrust meeting
Microsoft president and chief legal officer Brad Smith reportedly expressed concerns about the Apple App Store in a meeting with the U.S. House antitrust committee investigating dominant tech …
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Apple to tap new supplier for iPhone periscope lens in 2022, Kuo says
Development of Apple’s “periscope” lens is on track for 2022, with a new supplier expected to fulfill orders for lens and corresponding voice coil motor parts, according to TF Securities analyst …
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iPhone 12 leak just revealed a big 5G surprise
New iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro: Release date, price, specs and leaks AirPods review Plus: OnePlus Nord launch live blog: All the big news as it happens This might seem like an odd move, but it would …
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iPhone 12 leak reveals A14 Bionic chip — here’s what to expect
With the iPhone 12 launch drawing nearer and nearer, leaks surrounding Apple’s next handsets are emerging with increasing frequency. Now an image is making the rounds that might provide us with our …
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Microsoft told antitrust committee that Apple’s App Store is anticompetitive
A US House antitrust committee is getting set to grill tech’s biggest CEOs, but Microsoft wants them to focus on one in particular: Apple’s Tim Cook. Microsoft President Brad Smith met with the …
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Apple energy efficiency savings in 2019 could power 2500 US homes for a year
Environmental Progress Report, Apple said that it used 18% less energy in 2019 than the prior year — a result of the energy efficiency measures that it has adopted at facilities globally.
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Apple pledges to reach zero carbon emissions by 2030 across its entire business, from Apple Stores to iPhone production
“By 2030, every Apple device sold will have net zero climate impact,” the company said in a press release on July 21.
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6 surprising reasons you should buy an iPhone instead of Android
In the Android versus iPhone war, Android phones are cheaper, more customizable, with more options for buyers; but what if those are really Apple’s advantages?
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