By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) New research says that Apple’s suppliers including iPhone manufacturer Foxconn have invested $16 billion since 2018, in an increasing plan to move or reshore manufacturing away from over-reliance on China.Foxconn is one of many Apple suppliers working to move away from ChinaApple and most or all technology firms that have previously been entirely dependent on China, have been working to move away from that reliance, in part because of continued US/China trade tensions. In at least Apple’s case, there have also been major delays in production because of China’s COVID measures and its problems with power supply.New research by investment bank TD Cowen seen by AppleInsider estimates that Apple’s loss of earnings because of China are considerable, and in part are behind its suppliers moving, or reshoring, to other countries. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Jess Pingrey) Today’s valuable deals include 15% off an Apple Magic Trackpad, 27% off a 2022 40″ Vizio D-Series HD 1080p Smart TV, 50% off a Lvetek surge protector USB outlet extender, 46% off Pioneer DJ headphones, and more.Save $249 on a MacBook AirThe AppleInsider team combs the web for deep discounts at online retailers to showcase a list of top-notch deals on trending tech gadgets, including deals on Apple gear, TVs, accessories, and other products. We share our top finds daily to help you stretch your dollar. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (Mike Wuerthele) Exiting a successful theatrical run, and a period of digital rental availability, Apple has announced a streaming date for “Killers of the Flower Moon” — and it is soon.Lily Gladstone and Leonardo DiCaprio in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon'”Killers of the Flower Moon” was made available for digital purchase or rent on December 5. And, Apple has now announced a streaming date of January 12 on Apple TV+.Since its premiere, “Killers of the Flower Moon” has also landed on the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Oscars shortlists in the Best Makeup and Hair, Best Sound, Best Original Score and Best Original Song categories. The film has been selected as the No. 1 Best Film of 2023 by The New York Times and The New Yorker, in addition to its recognition by over 20 critics groups globally, including being awarded Best Film by the New York Film Critics Circle. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) In its now annual update, Apple Fitness+ has announced a series of additions to its Artist Spotlight and Time to Walk series, plus a new meditation theme and a core strength workout from golf’s Rose Zhang.Apple Fitness+ adds new Sound MeditationsFollowing its addition in January 2023 of kickboxing and Beyonce’s artist spotlight, Apple is now concentrating on a combination of what it describes as sound meditation, plus workout programs.”Starting the new year can mean kicking off a fitness and wellbeing journey, restarting after a long break, or looking to take it up a level with a new challenge,” said Jay Blahnik, Apple’s vice president of Fitness Technologies, in a statement. “From sound meditations to help you relax, to building strength for an improved golf swing, or turning up the volume on your workouts, Fitness+ has something for everyone to help them stay active and support their wellbeing in the new year.” Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Readers can score a free Costco Shop Card valued at up to $40 with a 1-year Costco membership. And now the offer applies to both the Gold Star and Executive memberships, the first time ever.New for January 2024 is a free gift card promo that includes the Costco Executive membership along with the Gold Star option. Sign up for a 1-year Gold Star Membership through StackCommerce and get a free $20 digital Shop Card. Or opt for the benefits of an Executive membership and get an even larger Shop Card at $40.Grab the dealThe main perk of the Executive membership is the ability to earn an annual 2% reward on qualifying Costco purchases, which can really add up if you regularly shop for groceries and household essentials. You can also get extra benefits on select Costco Travel products. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) A new rumor claims that Apple’s generative AI technology will be included in Siri not just locally on iPhones, but also integrated into other services being announced at Apple’s 2024 Worldwide Developer Conference.Generative AI could be used to bolster Siri’s abilitiesApple has not released an equivalent to ChatGPT’s artificial intelligence tools — at least, not publicly — but it has reportedly invested $1 billion in adding AI to Siri. If correct, that investment comes both as the AI industry is taking off, and reportedly as Apple has struggled to improve Siri overall.According to a blog from leaker yeux1122, there has been “recent progress on applying generative AI to Apple Siri.” Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Mike Wuerthele) There are spotty reports that back-glass coating is peeling off some iPhone 15 units — but the actual issue is slightly less dramatic than that. Here’s what to do if you see it on yours.iPhone 15 pro peeling – image credit mr_rakue on RedditReports are starting to accumulate on Reddit and social media of a new problem with the iPhone 15 family of devices. On the edge of an iPhone 15, users periodically see a flaky or sticky material on the back edge of the device.We’ve spoken to representatives of Apple’s service venues who are not authorized to speak on behalf of the company. They’ve all said that it’s rare, and it isn’t the back glass peeling. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Investment firm Deepwater Asset Management is guessing that Apple will buy Peloton in the short term to boost subscription revenue — but the prediction ignores a few key factors why Apple probably isn’t interested.A Peloton exercise bikeNo more than Apple buying Disney, the idea that Apple will buy fitness firm Peloton will not go away. Typically the idea is predicated on just how Apple has enough money to buy it, or sometimes that it will be forced to if Amazon or Nike bid for Peloton in order to compete in fitness.As spotted by Investing.com, the new prediction from Deepwater Asset Management is chiefly also to do with finance, but specifically in what the acquisition could bring Apple. Rumor Score: 🙄 Unlikely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Mike Wuerthele) Apple has been dealt another blow to its stock price, as analysts at Piper Sandler have downgraded AAPL to “neutral” over concerns of handset and macro weakness in 2024.Apple’s iPhone 15 may have a tough start to 2024As part of a much larger note seen by AppleInsider, Harsh Kumar of Piper Sandler is discussing the chip market and macroeconomic concerns. Factors specifically affecting Apple are a difficult first-half handset market, and signs of RAM and Flash chip pricing increasing.”We are concerned about handset inventories entering into 1H24 and also feel that growth rates have peaked for unit sales,” Kumar writes. “Handsets are ~51% of total revs.” Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Apple has agreed to pay an as-yet undisclosed sum to settle a class-action lawsuit that claimed the company knowingly profited from scammers who stole its gift cards.An Apple gift cardThe original suit was filed in 2020 and alleged that Apple did not prevent scammers conning victims into sending them iTunes gift cards. Since Apple retails 30% of most items bought with a gift card, claimed the suit, it was profiting from the scam.In 2021, US District Judge Edward Davila dismissed claims that Apple was perpetuating and benefiting from the scams, but did give the plaintiffs leave to amend their case and re-present it. Consequently, in 2022, a revised case was supported by Judge Davila. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
