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Jul 27, 2022Jul 27, 2022

TCL CSOT hopes to acquire Apple’s LCD business for iPads and MacBooks

The Elec reports that a new Chinese display manufacturer, TCL CSOT is aiming to join Apple’s supply chain. The publisher claims that TCL chairman Li Dongsheng is expected to visit Apple Park in Cupertino, California “very soon” to acquire LCD…

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Apple Music holds 10-20% share of UK streaming market

Asma Hussain

A new report from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority on Music streaming offers interesting statistics related to the country’s music streaming market. As per the report, Apple Music holds a 10-20% share in the region while Amazon holds up…

Jul 26, 2022Jul 26, 2022

Steve Jobs’ Apple-1 computer prototype will go on auction on August 18, 2022

Rida Imran

Boston bases RR Auction house will be putting the late Steve Jobs’ own “Apple-1 Computer Prototype” on auction on August 18, 2022. The action house is known for putting several of Steve Jobs’ personal belonging, computers, and other authentic items…

Jul 26, 2022Jul 26, 2022

Since 2000, Apple has filed 248 patents related to vehicle software and hardware – Report

Rida Imran

Since 2020, analysts have been speculating on when will Apple officially enter the automobile industry, in oppose to “if” it will. Although the Cupertino tech giant has never mentioned the development of an autonomous electric vehicle (EV) or technology related…

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Apple and other tech companies bought illegal gold in Brazil between 2020-21

Rida Imran

A new report by Reporter Brasil reveals that Apple bought gold from illegal miners in Brazil, Chimet and Marsam, for the manufacturing of iPhones and Macs. In addition, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon also purchased gold from the same illegal Brazilian…

AirPodsJul 26, 2022Jul 26, 2022

Apple settles AirPods’ patent infringement case with Koss Corp

Rida Imran

Headphone maker, Koss Corp has settled its patent infringement lawsuit with Apple. Reuters reports that the case was supposed to go to trial on coming Monday but both companies have now reached an agreement on the issue outside the courtroom….

Jul 26, 2022Jul 26, 2022

Analyst expects Apple to face limited risks of macroeconomic deterioration in June quarter

Rida Imran

Apple will publish its earnings report for Q3, 2022 on July 28. Ahead of the publication, JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee predicts that the tech giant is likely to see only “limited near-term or medium-term risks” of the current economic…

Jul 26, 2022Jul 26, 2022

Apple celebrates the opening of ‘Veteran Square’ in California, a housing project part of its $2.5 billion commitment

Rida Imran

In a new article, Apple has celebrated the opening of ‘Veterans Square’, a 30-unit housing complex in Pittsburg, California for veterans and individuals who are identified as “having the greatest need for housing.” The building is part of the tech…

Jul 26, 2022Jul 26, 2022

Apple announces 2022 “Sales Tax Holiday” in nine U.S. states

Rida Imran

In nine U.S. states, Apple has announced the “Sales Tax Holiday” from the end of July through the first week of August 2022. The upcoming “Sales Tax Holiday” provides an opportunity for consumers in select states to purchase eligible Macs,…

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Apple announces four-day promotion for China buyers starting July 29

Asma Hussain

Apple on Monday announced four days of discounts will be made available in China starting July 29. The promotion includes flagship iPhones as well as other accessories like the AirPods Pro and Apple Watch SE. iPhone 13, AirPods, Apple Watch…