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Qualcomm gives downbeat forecast as Covid-19 lockdown affect phone market
Qualcomm Inc., the biggest maker of smartphone processors, tumbled in pre-market trading after giving a far weaker forecast than expected, punished by the economic slowdown and Covid-19 lockdowns
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Qualcomm to provide 5G modems for vast majority of iPhone 15 series
In October, a note to investors by Haitong International Securities analyst Jeff Pu said that Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 modem will be used in the 2024 iPhones
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Iphone supply chain hit by Xi Jinping's stringent Coronavirus curbs
The abrupt move is expected to disrupt a factory already grappling with an outcry over an on-site coronavirus outbreak, worker exodus and enforced quarantine
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iPhone users in India can start using 5G services starting next week
Apple Inc made the commitment at a meeting of key mobile device makers called by the DoT on Wednesday
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Apple iPhone: 5G software update arriving next week, but not for everyone
The Beta programme lets users try out pre-release software and experience the latest features before the software becomes publicly available
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Apple yet to finalise upcoming iPhone SE 4 display details: Reports
Earlier, it was rumoured that the upcoming iPhone would allegedly be identical to the iPhone XR, which was launched in 2018
Apple may launch iOS 16.2 update in mid-December with new features
Live Activities integration for some sports games will be added again in iOS 16.2 for the iPhone's built-in TV app
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Contrary to reports, Apple may not launch new MacBook Pros till next March
The release of the new MacBooks is expected to coincide with the release of the macOS Ventura 13.3 and iOS 16.3, which are likely to be in early February and March
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Foxconn's Covid woes may hit iPhone November shipments from Zhengzhou plant
The impact on production comes amid the traditionally busy time for electronics makers and ahead of the year-end holiday season, which is also a prime time for vendors such as Apple
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Apple may shelve mechanical volume, power buttons on iPhone 15 Pro
This would bring the number of Taptic engines inside the iPhone 15 from one to three
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Apple dodges tech rout even after posting a lukewarm Q4 results
Though sales of iPhones and services were softer than expected last quarter, Apple's revenue and profit both topped analysts' estimates
Apple's paid subscribers doubled in three years to 900 mn, says Tim Cook
The company said that paid accounts are growing faster than transacting accounts, so the penetration of paid accounts is increasing
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Out of stock: Up to 4-week long wait on Apple iPhone 14 Pro's online orders
The cheaper iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are available for delivery within 24 hours
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Global smartphone market sinks 9.7% YoY in Q3; only Apple in green in top 5
Samsung continues to hold the top spot with 21.2 per cent share as emerging markets contribute the most to global decline in smartphone shipments
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Apple sets new revenue record in India, logs double-digit growth in Q3'2022
Apple posted a September quarter record revenue of $90.1 billion globally, up 8% year-over-year. Annual revenue was $394.3 billion, also up 8% year-over-year
The mystery of costly Apple iPhone 14 Pro selling better than iPhone 14
Apple has reportedly dropped plans to boost production of its base iPhone 14 model
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Apple announces new iCloud web interface for beta users: Details here
Additionally, users can simply use iCloud+ services like Hide My Email and Custom Email Domain from the web, as well as find useful information about their iCloud+ plan
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Apple may release 16-inch iPad next year, foldable iPad in 2024: Reports
The company's largest iPad Pro model right now is of 12.9-inch, but adding a couple more inches of screen space will make the device ideal for creative workers
Apple suspends gambling ads on app store after complaints from developers
In an email to developers, the tech giant claimed that more advertisements were coming to the App Store in all nations except China
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Apple rolls out macOS Ventura, iPadOS 16 update: Know new features and more
MacOS Ventura and iPadOS 16 are available as a free software update for select macs and iPads