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'We're sorry:' Apple experiences numerous iPhone 6 preorder problems from crushing demand Posted: 12 Sep 2014 10:49 AM PDT Just like every previous iPhone launch, Friday's kickoff for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus preorders was marred by a series of glitches, issues and errors that left a number of customers frustrated with Apple and its carrier partners' inability to keep up with overwhelming demand.

AT&T to support Wi-Fi calling for Apple's iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus in 2015 Posted: 12 Sep 2014 10:27 AM PDT While T-Mobile will be the only U.S. carrier to support Wi-Fi calling on Apple's new iPhone 6 series handsets at launch, it will not remain alone for long as market leader AT&T announced that it will roll out the technology on its own network next year.

Overnight preorders of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus set new record for Apple Posted: 12 Sep 2014 09:58 AM PDT Apple on Friday revealed that preorders for its 2014 iPhone lineup, which have only been available for less than 12 hours, reached a new overnight record, setting the stage for what could become its biggest-ever launch weekend once the devices become available Sept. 19.

Rumor: Apple could launch new 27-inch iMac with 5K Retina display this fall Posted: 12 Sep 2014 07:51 AM PDT The next Mac to receive a high-resolution Retina display could be the all-in-one desktop iMac, according to a new report, which alleges that Apple is planning to have a new 27-inch model sporting a 5K display released in the fourth quarter of 2014.

UnionPay partnering to bring Apple Pay to China with iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus Posted: 12 Sep 2014 06:49 AM PDT Though the Apple Pay system will debut initially in the U.S. alone in October, Apple reportedly has plans in place to begin expand its mobile wallet service internationally to China through partner China UnionPay Co.

Apple's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus now available for preorder [ux2] Posted: 12 Sep 2014 01:02 AM PDT Apple and its partner wireless carriers on Friday initiated preorders for the latest iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus handsets, though the purchase process was a harrowing experience for customers who saw persistent issues with the Online Apple Store.

Online Apple Store down ahead of iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus preorders Posted: 11 Sep 2014 09:06 PM PDT Apple's online store was taken down Thursday night as the company braced for what is expected to be a flood of preorders for its recently-announced next-generation handsets, the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

Apple Pay nets favorable transaction fees from banks, denied support from Walmart and Best Buy Posted: 11 Sep 2014 08:34 PM PDT A detailed look at Apple's new Apple Pay mobile and online payments solution reveals the reasoning behind decisions from credit card issuing banks to not only adopt the service, but offer low per-transaction fees.

Rumor: Apple to launch 12-inch MacBook Air in 2015 with iPhone-inspired colors Posted: 11 Sep 2014 05:48 PM PDT A sketchy rumor on Thursday claims Apple's rumored 12-inch MacBook Air will debut in the middle of 2015, to be available in gold, space gray and silver colors identical to those offered with the iPhone.

Next-generation Apple Watch rumored to boast more sensors, fitness capabilities Posted: 11 Sep 2014 05:16 PM PDT The Apple Watch won't hit stores until next year, but a report on Thursday is already saying the next iteration will come packed with more sensors and fitness-oriented functionality.

Apple's capacious iPhone 6 models to drive higher sustained ASPs, analyst says Posted: 11 Sep 2014 04:13 PM PDT Based on unlocked iPhone price checks, Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster believes Apple's latest handsets will see higher sustained ASPs thanks to upgraded storage capacities and the new top-end iPhone 6 Plus model.

iPhone 6: First impressions after using Apple's "bigger than bigger" phone Posted: 11 Sep 2014 03:19 PM PDT Apple's eighth iPhone event introduced two new larger-screened, larger-capacity new phones, iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, along with a continuation two of the world's top selling models, iPhone 5c and 5s, now at a reduced price.

Apple to offer in-store iPhone 6 pickups for online preorders Posted: 11 Sep 2014 02:04 PM PDT Departing from its usual product launch operations, Apple will have iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus models waiting at brick-and-mortar stores on Sept. 19 for customers placing preorders online.

With new cameras, Apple's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are a boon for mobile photographers Posted: 11 Sep 2014 12:46 PM PDT With the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, Apple added numerous features designed to make life better for users. Photographers are no exception, getting goodies like phase detection autofocus and optical image stabilization --?AppleInsider took a look at all of the imaging upgrades coming to the next-generation handsets.

Samsung smartphone trade-in requests surge in wake of Apple's iPhone 6 announcements Posted: 11 Sep 2014 11:42 AM PDT The unveiling of Apple's iPhone 6 handsets has unsurprisingly fueled a flood of trade-in requests from previous-generation iPhone owners lured by the new devices' larger displays and bonus features. But they're not the only ones preparing to make the jump -- many owners of smartphones from Apple's chief rival Samsung are also eager to upgrade their experience.