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Apple TV gains its own shopping category in Apple's online store Posted: 28 Jan 2014 11:38 AM PST The most recent update to Apple's online store brought more than just valentine's day deals as the company's Apple TV set-top streamer was promoted from accessory to top-level product category, fueling speculation that the box may soon see a major update.

First look: Pebble 2.0 update and smart watch appstore for Apple's iPhone Posted: 28 Jan 2014 10:00 AM PST With its new Steel smart watch shipping today, Pebble is gearing up for this week's launch of its new appstore, with major launch partners Foursquare, GoPro, Yelp and ESPN. AppleInsider offers a first look at the new storefront included in the Pebble 2.0 update.

Carl Icahn invests another $500M in Apple after shares slide Posted: 28 Jan 2014 09:12 AM PST With the share price of Apple dropping more than $40 in Tuesday morning trading following a disappointing earnings report, billionaire investor Carl Icahn announced he has bought another $500 million stake in the company.

Red Bull TV channel added to Apple TV content lineup Posted: 28 Jan 2014 08:34 AM PST Cupertino's favorite hobby received a minor update Tuesday with the addition of Red Bull TV, an advertisement-free all-digital television network focused on action sports, music, and cultural events.

Moshi launches SenseCover touch-enabled flip cover case for Apple's iPhone Posted: 28 Jan 2014 08:01 AM PST Mobile accessory maker Moshi on Tuesday unveiled the SenseCover, a flip cover case for Apple's iPhone 5s and 5c featuring embedded sensors that allow users to swipe to answer phone calls or silence alarms without exposing the iPhone's touchscreen.

Wall Street concerned by lower-than-expected iPhone sales in Apple's holiday quarter Posted: 28 Jan 2014 06:24 AM PST Though Apple sold a record number of iPhones to finish 2013, exceeding 50 million in three months for the first time ever, total sales came in below investors' expectations. As a result, Wall Street analysts have expressed concern about future growth potential for the company's flagship product.

Apple's iOS in the Car system purportedly enabled in developer simulator, shown on video Posted: 28 Jan 2014 05:52 AM PST A YouTube video posted by an iOS developer on Tuesday appears to show the mapping functions of Apple's upcoming iOS in the Car system, with voice-activated destination search and turn-by-turn directions among the features on display.

British spy agency said to target Apple's iPhone with remote surveillance exploit kit Posted: 28 Jan 2014 05:15 AM PST The U.K.'s Government Communications Headquarters has reportedly developed a set of iPhone exploits that can turn Apple's handsets into live, remotely-accessible microphones and GPS trackers, according to new documents from NSA leaker Edward Snowden.

Realmac updates Ember image collation apps for iOS and Mac Posted: 28 Jan 2014 03:28 AM PST Realmac Software on Tuesday released all-new versions of its image collecting and syncing title Ember, adding annotations to the iOS app and over 50 tweaks and enhancements to the powerful Mac version.

Apple granted two patents for interchangeable iPhone camera lenses Posted: 28 Jan 2014 02:27 AM PST Apple on Tuesday was issued two patents covering different methods of attaching lenses and camera modules to a portable electronic device, including a magnetic solution that incorporates a motor for physical optics adjustments.

Apple updates online store, Apple Store app for Valentine's Day Posted: 28 Jan 2014 01:13 AM PST Apple on Tuesday rolled out a revamped Online Apple Store with flourishes of red and a new "Top Valentine's Gifts" section catering to shoppers looking to buy something special for their significant other this Feb. 14.

Apple patents solar-powered MacBook with two-sided display and rear touch inputs Posted: 28 Jan 2014 01:02 AM PST The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Tuesday granted Apple a patent for a laptop with a unique display unit that not only serves as a solar power supply, but also an external screen and secondary means of touch input.

Samsung widens lead in worldwide smartphone marketshare, smaller OEMs rising Posted: 27 Jan 2014 05:18 PM PST According to a fresh report from market research firm Strategy Analytics, Samsung shipped a record 86 million smartphones worldwide during the fourth quarter of 2013, boosting its stake of the worldwide market as Apple's share fell over the same period.

Apple's Tim Cook hints at expanded mobile payment strategy and more for Touch ID Posted: 27 Jan 2014 03:49 PM PST While stopping short of announcing an comprehensively outlined strategy for facilitating mobile payments, Apple's chief executive Tim Cook linked the concept with iPhone 5s' Touch ID system.

Apple issues update on U.S. government surveillance requests Posted: 27 Jan 2014 03:23 PM PST Apple on Monday released an updated report regarding the company's cooperation in U.S. government surveillance initiatives, noting both national security orders and more detailed data for account information requests from law enforcement agencies.

Tim Cook admits iPhone 5c share lower than expected, says demand was 'different than we thought' Posted: 27 Jan 2014 02:59 PM PST Though Apple doesn't break down sales of individual iPhone models, Chief Executive Tim Cook admitted on Monday that sales of the iPhone 5c represented a smaller mix of total handset sales than his company anticipated.

Apple's iOS 7 now on 80% of compatible iOS devices Posted: 27 Jan 2014 02:44 PM PST During Apple's quarterly conference call for the first fiscal quarter of 2014, CFO Peter Oppenheimer revealed the company's new iOS 7 has now been installed on 80 percent of compatible iOS devices like iPhones and iPads.

Notes of interest from Apple's Q1 2014 conference call Posted: 27 Jan 2014 02:07 PM PST Apple posted its best quarter ever on Monday, driven by its highest-ever iPhone and iPad sales, as well as one of the best Mac quarters ever. Following the company's earnings release, Apple executives took part in a conference call to discuss the quarter, and notes of interest follow.

Apple's China revenue hit over $8.4B in Q1, up 29% from 2013 Posted: 27 Jan 2014 02:03 PM PST As part of its earnings report on Monday, Apple announced revenue generated in the burgeoning greater China region at $8.84 billion, the company's fastest-growing market.

Apple reports $13.1B in Q1 2014 profit on record sales of 51M iPhones, 26M iPads Posted: 27 Jan 2014 01:38 PM PST Apple on Monday announced its earnings for the company's first fiscal quarter of 2014, netting $13.1 billion in profit on $57.6 billion in revenue, driven by sales of 51 million iPhones and 26 million iPads -- the most ever sold in a single quarter.