Apple’s main manufacturing partner, Foxconn, is planning to eliminate human workers from its Chinese factories in three phases — something already complete at some locations, a manager with Foxconn’s Automation Technology Development Committee revealed on Friday.
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Apple supplier Inventec, who appears to be the sole provider of Apple’s AirPods at this time, has started expanding capacity at its plants to satisfy worldwide demand for the wireless devices.
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This week on the AppleInsider podcast, Victor and Dan discuss impressions on the AirPods, iPhone activations in light of the Note 7, and much more.
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Apple’s Campus 2 project in Cupertino, Calif., is one of the most photographed construction sites in the world thanks to a steady stream of looky-loos and drone fly-bys. A newly published 1.7-gigapixel image from aerial camera platform specialists SkyIMD, however, offers a uniquely detailed look at the build progress.
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Third-party vendor Kanex plans to expand its GoPower Apple Watch accessory lineup at CES next year with a new ultra-portable charger small enough to be carried comfortably on a keyring and a self-contained charging stand.
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Amid rumors that Apple is ramping up efforts to sell its wares in India, a report on Thursday claims the company is “very serious” about starting up iPhone production operations in the country by the end of 2017.
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A family whose daughter’s life was tragically cut short by a driver using FaceTime is suing Apple, claiming that the company has made a “less safe” than possible version of the telecommunications utility available, and as such is responsible for the crash.
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Foxconn’s Zhengzhou factory — where about half of all Apple’s iPhones are made — exists in large part because of billions of dollars in handouts and tax breaks from the Chinese government, a report pointed out on Thursday.
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Through regular daily use, the rotating Digital Crown on the Apple Watch can collect dirt, debris and general gunk underneath, making it feel sticky to turn or press. Thankfully, Apple recommends a simple and quick fix that should return it to normal.
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Apple authorized reseller B&H is offering shoppers the lowest prices available on a variety of 2016 12″ MacBooks with discounts of up to $200 off and free Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac. Plus, save $50 on iPad Air 2s. Late 2016 13″ MacBook Pros also start at $1,349 after cash savings, free expedited shipping and no tax outside NY.
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