Apple's Steve Jobs named world's most valuable CEO
A new list of the 30 most respected chief executives across the world has named Apple co-founder Steve Jobs the most valuable of all, noting that America could use 1,000 more like him.
Apple's Steve Jobs named world's most valuable CEO
Apple's Steve Jobs named world's most valuable CEO
With the iPad standing as arguably the most anticipated gadget of 2010, Apple appears to have sold through its initial supply of device and is no longer promising April 3rd delivery for new orders placed from this point on. Separately, the company has finally given the iPad Camera Connection Kit a ship date.
Apple says new iPad orders won't ship till April 12th
Apple says new iPad orders won't ship till April 12th
Apple's plan to muscle its way into the mobile advertising market in a direct challenge to Google could come as early as next month in the form of a service dubbed iAd, according to a published but vague report on the matter.
Apple rumored to introduce iAd App Store service on April 7th
Apple rumored to introduce iAd App Store service on April 7th
MediaPost claims that Apple is poised to announce its next big thing on April 7th. The new product is reportedly called iAd and represents a personalized, mobile advertising system.
Apple to Unveil 'iAd' Mobile Ad Platform on April 7th
Apple to Unveil 'iAd' Mobile Ad Platform on April 7th
Apple obtained the entire interest in the iPad trademark from Fujitsu last week, according to a filing published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Apple acquires iPad trademark from Fujitsu
Apple acquires iPad trademark from Fujitsu
After nearly two years of criticism of its censorship of adult content in the iPhone App Store, Apple appears to be gearing up to sell explicit content for both the iPad and the iPhone and iPod touch.
Apple launching iPad with explicit content in App Store
Apple launching iPad with explicit content in App Store
Portrayed by reports in recent months to be brutal rivals who dislike each other, CEOs Eric Schmidt and Steve Jobs were spotted drinking coffee Friday in Palo Alto, Calif.
Apple's Steve Jobs, Google's Eric Schmidt reconcile over coffee
Apple's Steve Jobs, Google's Eric Schmidt reconcile over coffee
Members of the media have expressed disagreement with Apple co-founder Steve Jobs' position that ditching Adobe Flash is a trivial move for publishers.
Publishers criticize Apple's anti-Flash stance
Publishers criticize Apple's anti-Flash stance
Job openings at Apple show that the company seeks to hire a cellular technology software manager familiar with LTE 4G high-speed, next-generation mobile broadband, as well as employees for its forthcoming massive data center in Maiden, N.C.
Apple seeks LTE expert for 4G-capable iPhone, hires for NC data center
Apple seeks LTE expert for 4G-capable iPhone, hires for NC data center
Members of Apple's top brass sold a million shares of company stock Thursday, totaling $200 million in value and helping to send the stock price down $4.57.
Apple executives sell $200 million in stock
Apple executives sell $200 million in stock
As noted by 9 to 5 Mac, Apple has begun ramping up hiring for its new data center in Maiden, North Carolina, posting ten new job openings at the site over the past few days. While rumors have suggested that the new $1 billion center might be used to...
Apple Ramping Up Hiring for North Carolina Data Center
Apple Ramping Up Hiring for North Carolina Data Center
iPhone hacker George Hotz has demonstrated a new method to permanently jailbreak the iPhone 3GS, and he said the hack will probably work on the iPad, which goes on sale next week.
New hack could allow 'jailbroken' Apple iPads at launch
New hack could allow 'jailbroken' Apple iPads at launch
Due to delayed shipments for iPad touch-panels from Taiwan-based TPK Touch Solutions, Apple has reportedly shifted its orders to longtime partner Wintek. Also, some who preordered the iPad have begun seeing charges from Apple to their credit card, and Best Buy is prepping for the device's April 3 launch.
Delays cause Apple to switch iPad touch-panel orders to Wintek
Delays cause Apple to switch iPad touch-panel orders to Wintek
Apple has reportedly filled up its upcoming iBook Store for iPad with a wide variety of free ebook titles curated by Project Gutenberg, heading off any attempts by third parties to profiteer on literature in the public domain.
Apple pre-loading iBook Store with 30,000 free eBooks
Apple pre-loading iBook Store with 30,000 free eBooks
Apple has reportedly filled up its upcoming iBook Store for iPad with a wide variety of free ebook titles curated by Project Gutenberg, heading off any attempts by third parties to profiteer on literature in the public domain.
Apple loads up new iBooks Store with free public domain iPad titles
Apple loads up new iBooks Store with free public domain iPad titles
With the iPad just over a week away from release, Apple has begun approving applications for the App Store, and developers are distinguishing their iPad-specific applications as HD or XL versions.
Apple approves iPad apps, developers choose 'HD,' 'XL' names
Apple approves iPad apps, developers choose 'HD,' 'XL' names
Virtually every major browser and operating system were targets at this week's Pwn2Own hacking contest, with Apple Safari, Mozilla Firefox, and Internet Explorer 8 vulnerabilities exploited, along with flaws in the iPhone OS.
Apple's iPhone, Safari exploited at annual hacking contest
Apple's iPhone, Safari exploited at annual hacking contest
A rather strange patent application published today by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (via Patently Apple) reveals that Apple has looked into the possibility of using reflecting light harnesses as a means to gather ambient light for backlight...
Apple Patent Application Addresses Use of Ambient Light Sources for Notebook Backlighting
Apple Patent Application Addresses Use of Ambient Light Sources for Notebook Backlighting
Fueled by strong growth of both the iPhone and Android platforms and heavy application use on both mobile devices, mobile traffic increased 193 percent year-over-year in February.
February mobile device traffic up 193%, led by Apple iPhone
February mobile device traffic up 193%, led by Apple iPhone
A new Apple patent application revealed this week describes technology that would allow an external light source, like the sun, to provide the backlight for a display, helping to conserve battery life.
Future Apple MacBooks could have screens backlit by the sun
Future Apple MacBooks could have screens backlit by the sun
Apple has agreed to pay Samsung nearly a quarter of a billion dollars as part of a new pact that will see the Korean electronics maker become the second major supplier of 9.7-inch display screens for current and future versions of the iPad.
Apple inks $240M deal with Samsung for 3M more iPad displays
Apple inks $240M deal with Samsung for 3M more iPad displays
Recently deceased Apple Board of Directors member Jerry York told The Wall Street Journal last year that he wished he had resigned after Apple co-founder Steve Jobs didn't publicly disclose his health issues.
Late Apple director was 'disgusted' Jobs didn't reveal health issues
Late Apple director was 'disgusted' Jobs didn't reveal health issues
CBS.com is currently testing HTML5 video playback for streaming episodes of its TV shows, signaling that the major U.S. broadcast network aims to be iPad compatible before Apple's new multimedia device launches.
CBS tests HTML 5 video for compatibility with Apple iPad
CBS tests HTML 5 video for compatibility with Apple iPad
A new test of touchscreen smartphones with a precise laboratory robot has confirmed what a human test already concluded: Apple's iPhone touchscreen is far and away the most accurate touch panel on the market.
Robotic test reconfirms Apple's iPhone touchscreen superiority
Robotic test reconfirms Apple's iPhone touchscreen superiority
Leaders of the U.S. Army's technology command visited Apple's Cupertino, Calif., campus earlier this month to talk about existing products, including the forthcoming iPad, and the development of new, user-friendly technology for use on the front lines.
US Army leaders visit Apple campus to discuss future mobile devices
US Army leaders visit Apple campus to discuss future mobile devices
The largest book publisher in the world may not offer its content for the iBookstore on Apple's iPad when the device launches April 3, as Random House is reportedly concerned over the effects of e-book prices.
Price concerns keep Random House content from Apple iPad
Price concerns keep Random House content from Apple iPad
A new survey of wireless device users has found that the top intended use for Apple's forthcoming iPad is getting work done while on the road, suggesting the multimedia device could serve as a netbook replacement for many consumers.
No. 1 planned use for Apple iPad: working on the go
No. 1 planned use for Apple iPad: working on the go
Online advertisers are planning new advertising methods created specifically for iPad applications, with a number of major companies already signed on and seeking to promote their goods and services to customers on Apple's forthcoming device.
Mobile advertisers prep unique iPad ads ahead of Apple's launch
Mobile advertisers prep unique iPad ads ahead of Apple's launch
Apple is expected to join the lucrative home entertainment market, estimated to be worth $31.8 billion in the U.S. alone, in the next two to four years by offering a $2,000 Internet- and content-connected HDTV.
Apple positioned to introduce connected HDTV within 2-4 years
Apple positioned to introduce connected HDTV within 2-4 years
A recent e-mail from Apple co-founder Steve Jobs stated the forthcoming iPad will initially be sold only in Apple retail and online stores, as well as Best Buy. In addition, other e-mails regarding Mac refreshes, the iPhone OS e-mail client and iWork.com storage were reportedly sent by the billionaire.
Steve Jobs e-mail suggests AT&T will not sell Apple iPad
Steve Jobs e-mail suggests AT&T will not sell Apple iPad
More than a third of those eyeing Apple's forthcoming iPad will read books, newspapers and magazines on the touchscreen device, a new study has found.
One-third of Apple iPad buyers plan to read books, newspapers
One-third of Apple iPad buyers plan to read books, newspapers
Nintendo surprised the gaming world this week by preannouncing a glasses-free 3D successor to the Nintendo DS, a new portable platform that the industry leader hopes will fend off surging competition from Apple's iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.
Nintendo aims to counter Apple with new portable 3D gaming system
Nintendo aims to counter Apple with new portable 3D gaming system
Opera on Tuesday revealed it has submitted its mobile browser, which relies on server-side compression to offer faster mobile Web browsing, to the iPhone App Store, where it now awaits Apple's review.
Opera submits iPhone browser to Apple for App Store review
Opera submits iPhone browser to Apple for App Store review
As the iPad frenzy continues to build to a frothy mess, I'm wondering if Apple is turning a corner and driving to the land of mobility -- with nary a glance in the rearview mirror to the living room it's leaving behind. Long-time readers will know that I'm a big fan of the HDTV, as well as my Apple TV, and even recent readers might remember my skepticism over a personal need for an iPad.
Apple TV Deserves a Little Love
Apple TV Deserves a Little Love
A Silicon Valley rumor site has detailed the history of growing tensions related to the iPhone between Apple chief executive Steve Jobs and Google CEO Eric Schmidt.
Valleywag details iPhone feud between Steve Jobs and Google CEO
Valleywag details iPhone feud between Steve Jobs and Google CEO
The prolonged wait for updated MacBook Pros continue without any major hints at when they might arrive. A report last week suggested that a shortage of Intel notebook chips could be contributing to the delay.
MacBook Pro Supplies Constrained, Steve Jobs Says 'Not to Worry'
MacBook Pro Supplies Constrained, Steve Jobs Says 'Not to Worry'
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.
Apple again sells contract-free, carrier-locked US iPhones
Apple again sells contract-free, carrier-locked US iPhones
Over the last year, Apple's share of the US video game software market has jumped 500%, eating into the growth of console games while also putting pressure on mobile gaming leaders Nintendo and Sony.
iPhone, iPod touch carve 19% gaming share from Sony, Nintendo
iPhone, iPod touch carve 19% gaming share from Sony, Nintendo
Apple on Monday added the ability for customers to send an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad application to another person as a gift when purchasing software through iTunes.
Apple adds 'Gift This App' option to App Store
Apple adds 'Gift This App' option to App Store
A massive supergraphic billboard for the iPod touch in Los Angeles, Calif., will come down soon, as the 11-story Apple advertisement has been defined as illegal by the city due to safety concerns.
Another 'illegal' Apple iPod touch billboard scrutinized
Another 'illegal' Apple iPod touch billboard scrutinized
Apple and a number of other major mobile device makers and service providers are the targets of a massive lawsuit over mobile processors from a company that has alleged the infringement of 14 separate patents.
Mobile processor patent suit accuses Apple of 14 violations
Mobile processor patent suit accuses Apple of 14 violations
With Apple's retail presence delivering growth in Mac and iPhone marketshare elsewhere in the world, the company's plans to build 25 new stores in China is expected to have a significant impact on sales.
'Material' market gains expected from Apple's 25 new China stores
'Material' market gains expected from Apple's 25 new China stores
As Apple continues to test applications for use on its forthcoming multimedia iPad, nearly half fall into the games category, while just 3 percent are books.
Games command 44% of apps tested by Apple for use with iPad
Games command 44% of apps tested by Apple for use with iPad
The San Jose Mercury News last Friday reported that Apple CEO Steve Jobs made a rare public appearance alongside California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to promote a new bill in that state to encourage drivers to sign up as organ donors, drawing on...
Steve Jobs Backs Organ Donor Registry Bill in California
Steve Jobs Backs Organ Donor Registry Bill in California
U.S. wireless carrier Sprint has featured the iPhone and criticized the exclusive wireless provider of Apple's handset, AT&T, in a new advertisement touting the ability to share its 4G network with a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Sprint features Apple iPhone in 4G Wi-Fi hotspot advertisement
Sprint features Apple iPhone in 4G Wi-Fi hotspot advertisement
Apple chief executive Steve Jobs broke his silence Friday on the subject of his recent liver transplant as part of a tag-team effort with California governer Arnold Schwarzenegger to push for reform in the state's organ donor process.
Steve Jobs teams with Calif. governor to push organ donor registry
Steve Jobs teams with Calif. governor to push organ donor registry
Apple on Friday afternoon opened the floodgates for developers authoring software for its forthcoming iPad, allowing them to begin submitting the applications to its App Store for approval.
Apple begins accepting iPad apps on the App Store
Apple begins accepting iPad apps on the App Store
Fearing growing competition from its smaller rivals, iPhone holdout China Mobile is reaching out to Apple this month in hopes that the mobile device maker will concede to building support for Beijing's proprietary 3G standard into its next-generation handset.
China Mobile knocks on Apple's door, seeks preferential treatment
China Mobile knocks on Apple's door, seeks preferential treatment
Apple had high hopes of delivering an all-you-can-eat buffet of television shows in the form of a subscriptions service by the time its iPad hits the market next month, but opposition from networks has forced the company to adopt Plan B: a push towards lower pricing for a la carte downloads.
Apple tables push for TV subscriptions on iPad, seeks 99 cent episodes
Apple tables push for TV subscriptions on iPad, seeks 99 cent episodes
An elite group of software developers afforded early access to the iPad must provide photographic evidence that they've complied with a stringent set of requirements before Apple hands one over, but for everyone else, authoring software for the upcoming device can prove to be a shot in the dark.
Apple's iPad secrecy leaves many developers handicapped
Apple's iPad secrecy leaves many developers handicapped