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Korea likely to be third country to fine Apple for unfair contracts with carriers
An investigation by the South Korean Fair Trade Commission (FTC) into alleged unfair practices by Apple is expected to result in the iPhone maker being fined, says a local report. Apple is accused of ‘dumping’ both advertising and repair costs on carriers.
It follows earlier fines for unfair contracts in both Taiwan and France …
Report: Virgin Mobile employee memo claims (RED) iPhone 8 & 8 Plus launching tomorrow
Several reports have suggested that Apple is planning a new color of its iPhone 8, and now it looks like the launch of that device is nearing. According to a report today, Virgin Mobile has informed employees that Apple is launching a (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus this week…
Clever project gives any Mac touchscreen capabilities with $1 worth of hardware
While Apple has long resisted the idea of a touchscreen Mac, a clever solution from a group of developers gives an existing Mac touchscreen capabilities. The proof of concept is called “Project Sistine” and is based on $1 worth of hardware…
Best Buy takes up to $109 off Apple Watch Series 3 in cert. refurb sale, deals from $295
Best Buy has kicked off a clearance and open-box sale this morning, and while there is a lot of inventory here to sort through, one deal caught our eye. You can save up to $109 on Apple Watch Series 3 in certified refurbished condition. The deals start at $295 and free shipping is available across the board. Nearly every model is included here in both sizes, such as Nike+, Cellular, Stainless Steel and more. So if you’ve been holding out, this is one of the strongest discounts that we’ve seen. Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products come with a 90-day Limited Warranty. More details here.
The best upright Qi charging stands for iPhone 8 and iPhone X
The iPhone 8 and the iPhone X are the first iPhone models to adopt wireless charging with support for the Qi standard. By supporting Qi chargers, the iPhone 8 and iPhone X can be charged with a multitude of wireless chargers on the market, including wireless charging stands…
This week’s top stories: iOS 11.4 beta, new Mac Pro in 2019, a stunning iOS 12 concept, and more
In this week’s top stories: Apple releases the first developer and public betas of iOS 11.4, an iOS 12 concept imagines what the future could bring, our full 9.7-inch 2018 iPad review, and much more. Read on for all of this week’s news…
After fending off lawsuit, French activist group Attac holds protests & ‘die-in’ at Apple Stores
French activist group Attac is quickly making a name for itself by continually protesting at Apple Stores. The group this weekend is protesting at two Apple Stores in France, including the Opéra store in Paris and its Aix-en-Provence location, over Apple’s tax practices in Europe…
Apple hit with patent infringement lawsuit over the Apple Watch’s heart rate technology
As detailed in a new report from Axios, Apple is facing a lawsuit from Michigan-based Omni MedSci over the Apple Watch. The company, a technology started focused on “near-infrared and mid-infrared broadband lasers,” alleges that the heart rate technology in the Apple Watch infringe on its patent…
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meets with Tim Cook at Apple Park to discuss app development, education opportunities, more
Apple CEO Tim Cook and several other members of Apple leadership visited yesterday with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the company’s new Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino. The visit included a trip to the Steve Jobs Theater, and was attended by Saudi ambassador to the United States Prince Khalid bin Salman and members of the Crown Prince’s delegation.