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Apple Inc. (AAPL) Announces Expandability Plans on Mac Pro, Company Increases the Volume of Mac Pro Desktop Workstation

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:50:42 +1000

Apple announced its plans on increasing expandability of Mac Pro. This will enhance the professional work desktop station by 1/8th of its predecessor. The company is gearing up on boosting the product selection by providing incredible internal expansion space. People can expect a lot from the 2013 Mac Pro.

Microsoft (MSFT), Apple Inc (AAPL) Join Forces, Releases Office Mobile App for iPhone; Analysts Divided on Impact

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:22:17 +1000

Microsoft's Office software package will be finally available in Apple products specifically the iPhone. Now, iPhone users can read and edit documents, slide presentations and excel sheets just like in any Windows computer. It is an office or workstation within convenient access.

Google challenges surveillance court on First Amendment grounds

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:42:04 +1000

Google Inc asked the U.S. Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court on Tuesday to allow it to publish aggregate numbers of national security requests it receives separately from criminal requests, on First Amendment grounds.

Google asks U.S. surveillance court permission to publish request data

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:35:03 +1000

Google Inc said on Tuesday it has asked the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court to allow the Internet company to publish aggregate numbers of national security requests, including disclosures under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act , separately from criminal requests.

Yahoo says it had as many as 13,000 data requests

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:28:02 +1000

Yahoo Inc said U.S. law enforcement agencies made between 12,000 and 13,000 requests for data in the last six months, the latest in a series of disclosures by technology companies since intelligence leaks showed the extent of government data gathering efforts.

Samsung to launch faster Galaxy S4 smartphone

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:07:02 +1000

Samsung Electronics Co <005930.KS> plans to sell a variation of its flagship Galaxy S4 smartphone that will transmit data at nearly twice the normal speed, the head of its mobile business said on Monday.

Apple Received Thousands of User Data Requests from US Government

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:59:25 +1000

Apple Inc received 4000 to 5000 requests from the US government for its PRISM program in the last six months ending 31 May. The data is not limited to National Security Agency-based requests and includes requests aimed at finding missing persons.

Asus Transformer Infinity Pad, Sony Vaio Duo, Toshiba Satellite, A Look at Intel's Haswell 4th Generation Ultrabooks and Notebooks [Photos]

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:12:46 +1000

Haswell microprocessor delivered what it promised consumers – Intel was successful in every sense of it. The chip made every Ultrabook and computing device battery efficient while maintaining high performance. The microprocessor offered a very powerful and reliable core for laptops, desktops and even serves. Intel took high performance computing to a whole new level.

Apple Launches iPad Buy-Back Scheme, with upto ₹4,000 Discount for Exchanging Old Tablets

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:01:48 +1000

The Cupertino company has officially begun the iPad buyback scheme which offers buyers up to ₹4000 discount on all iPad models (16GB variants) as well as the iPad mini (includes all variants) with exchange for older tablets PCs.

Apple Cuts Ice with New iOS 7 and OS X Mavericks Software Updates at WWDC Keynote

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:02:13 +1000

At WWDC 2013, Apple Inc. CEO Tim Cook did what this technology giant has always been famous for- setting the industry standards - from presentation to the slew of software updates and revamps, new service products for their top of the line desktop and mobile operating systems.

Apple (AAPL) Inc's iTunes Radio Not a Threat to Pandora

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:08:56 +1000

With the entry of Google and Apple in the music streaming business, Wall Street analysts have predicted the end of the Internet radio pioneer, Pandora. Now that Google and Apple have respectively announced their answer to Internet radio - Google streaming music launched last month; Apple's iTun...

iPhone 6, iPhone 5S Rumors: Apple to Release Bigger Smartphones Next Year?

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:13:53 +1000

A new set of rumours about Apple’s next smartphones dubbed as iPhone 6 and iPhone 5S emerged online. This, time, allegations claimed that the tech giant will release its next generation of smartphones next year with bigger screen displays.

Voice Command Puts Drivers at More Risk than Texting Study Says, iOS 7 in the Car May Face Tough Market Reception

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:12:49 +1000

With the announcement of Apple and their iOS 7 in the car, the company is confident that voice commands in automobiles prevent as much number of accidents. A recent study claims otherwise.

'Ringleader' says Apple did not raise e-books prices

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:42:02 +1000

An Apple Inc executive at the center of an antitrust lawsuit by the U.S. government said on Thursday the company "didn't care" what price publishers set for e-books.

U.S. officials push cellphone makers to add theft deterrents

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:28:02 +1000

U.S. state and city officials are banding together to pressure cellphone makers to adopt technology, including a "kill switch" to disable stolen phones, that would deter rampant theft of the devices.

Wall Street to open little changed, data supports

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:21:02 +1000

Wall Street was set to open little changed as encouraging economic data offset concerns over the eventual winding down of central bank stimulus that has propelled a rally in the U.S. equity market this year.

Stock futures fall on central bank stimulus woes

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:28:03 +1000

Stock futures fell on Thursday as investors continued to position themselves for the eventual winding down of central bank stimulus that has propelled the equity rally this year.

Apple looking at bigger iPhone screens, multiple colors: sources

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:49:02 +1000

Apple Inc is exploring launching iPhones with bigger screens, as well as cheaper models in a range of colors, over the next year, said four people with knowledge of the matter, as it takes a cue from rival Samsung Electronics.

Value investor Nygren bullish on Apple, still avoiding Dell

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:21:02 +1000

William Nygren, a top manager at Oakmark Funds, said on Wednesday he remains bullish on Apple Inc and Bank of America Corp, but is still avoiding Dell Inc in light of the company's plans to take the computer maker private.

Analysis: Raising prices easier said than done for U.S. companies

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:14:03 +1000

Walt Disney Co last week hiked single-day admission prices at its U.S. theme parks by up to 9.6 percent, the fifth increase since 2009. But other U.S. companies might want to think twice before following suit.

Apple Inc's iOS7 Activation Lock Feature Prevents iPhone Theft and Jailbreaking

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:06:42 +1000

The WWDC has turned out be a great event for Apple with warm reception of the new iOS7 and its key features, including the Activation Lock feature. It's a significant improvement from the Find My iPhone feature since a person can't use the device when it has been cleared of data due to loss or theft.

WWDC 2013: New Line of 2013 Macbook Air Laptops Features New CPU's and Better Battery

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:11:04 +1000

Apple’s WWDC 2013 in California not only revealed the revamped iOS7 and iOS in the Car but it also unveiled a series of products from the company. The newest refreshed line of Apple Macbook Air ultraportable laptop computers was also introduced. The laptops start at $999 to $1099 – ready for purchase at the Apple store.

iOS7 and OSX Mavericks at WWDC: Is Apple Inc Exciting Enough for Investors?

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:44:08 +1000

The long wait is over. The release of Apple's new OSX Mavericks and iOS7 at the recent WWDC may prove to be an exciting time for Apple and its legions of fans. Apple investors are hoping that this could turn the tide in pulling the company's share price back up.

Apple Updates Desktop Software with Mac OS X Mavericks

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 09:32:46 +1000

Apple has announced the update to its desktop software bringing with it updates to maps, calendar, the browser and security.

Apple Unveils Radically Redesigned iOS 7 for iPhone and iPad

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 06:35:02 +1000

With redesigned interface and major updates to Siri, Apple's iOS 7 aims to re-establish it as number one smartphone platform.

Apple unveils music streaming service, revamps iOS

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 05:35:04 +1000

Apple Inc on Monday unveiled iTunes Radio, a free music streaming service that is a key part of overhauled mobile software that the company called the most revolutionary re-design of its operating system since the iPhone was introduced in 2007.

Apple unveils new mobile software platform

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 05:14:03 +1000

Apple Inc on Monday unveiled new mobile software that it described as the most revolutionary overhaul of its operating system since the iPhone was introduced in 2007, sporting a revamped layout with fresh colors, new animation and more depth to its display.

Apple unveils 'Mavericks' software for Macs, new Pro

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:49:04 +1000

Apple Inc showed off a new line of Mac computers on Monday, including a sleek, cylindrical-shaped Mac Pro due later this year that will be assembled in the United States.

Apple unveils "Mavericks" software for Macs, new Pro

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:49:03 +1000

Apple Inc showed off a new line of Mac computers on Monday, including a sleek, cylindrical-shaped Mac Pro due later this year that will be assembled in the United States.

Apple's CEO Cook kicks off event, music service expected

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:14:02 +1000

Apple Inc Chief Executive Tim Cook kicked off the company's annual confab for its developers on Monday, where the company is expected to unveil a new design and revamped features for its iOS mobile operating system along with a new streaming-music service.