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Samsung Turns Up The Heat In Apple Legal Battle

admin — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:49:20 +0000

When Apple first filed the legal documents necessary to sue Samsung for copyright infringement, the company probably didn’t anticipate the lengthy legal fight that it was up against. Of course, Apple has a sordid history of suing its competitors, but with the future of the mobile phone market in the balance, Samsung is not taking this battle lying down. In a move that shocked even the most experienced legal experts, Samsung has asked the United States government to ban Apple from bringing in the new iPhone from overseas. In essence, Samsung may have just delayed the release of the iPhone 5 indefinitely.

Samsung may actually have good cause to ask US officials to block the sale of the future iPhone 5. Apple and Samsung may compete in the mobile phone industry, but Apple is also one of Samsung’s main customers. Because Samsung is one of the largest manufacturers of memory chips in the world, virtually every other mobile phone manufacturer depends on them to build their devices. This means that Samsung stands to lose almost as much as it stands to gain. By preventing Apple from importing new versions of the iPhone and the iPad, it will effectively be losing one of its best customers.

However, if Apple is successful in blocking Samsung from selling its line of mobile phones, the company will lose a substantial portion of its profits. If Samsung’s request to prevent Apple from importing the iPhone is granted, both companies may end up making a deal outside of the courtroom in order to prevent a potentially damaging stalemate.

Is Apple Getting Into The Television Manufacturing Market?

admin — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:12:39 +0000

Considering the fact that Apple makes just about every other electronic device known to man, it wouldn’t be unreasonable for the company to begin to manufacture television sets. After all, consumers know that Apple makes pricey but high quality products. There might not seem like there is a link between the new iCloud service to be launched by Apple this fall and the television manufacturing industry, but there is. First, Apple starting applying for TV specific patents, then the company began hinting that its iCloud service could store much more than just digital music files. Since users can already watch movies and videos on the iPod and iPhone, it seems that the only reason that Apple would release the iPad would be to compete with other manufacturers. Apparently, Apple’s real plans are two-fold.

In other words, Apple might not necessarily need to start building television sets in order to get into the TV industry. All users would need to own is one of Apple’s many mobile electronics and a subscription to iCloud in order to watch television programming. Google already tried its hand in the TV industry with disastrous results, however, Apple is looking to expand the options of users, not reduce them.

It will likely be several years before an Apple manufactured TV makes it on the market, if ever. With so many different manufacturers competing in the same space, the television market might be the one area in which Apple is completely and utterly out of its league.

The Smart Way to Shop for an iPhone

admin — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:09:19 +0000

Everyone knows that when it comes to smart phones, Apple rules the roost with its revolutionary product that has shown the world the time has come for a real change in what we all expect when it comes to a valuable hand held device that is just as good at making calls as it is acting as a media player or web browsing hand set. The Apple iPhone really can be found at superior bargains if one knows where to look so it is definitely a smart move to make sure that a potential buyer checks out the bargains that online shops have to offer. Since these shops work with a much larger number of suppliers and have a huge customer base that they serve on a regular basis, they are going to offer exceptional values that no other retailer could possibly come close to. They have access to the sorts of sales that are usually only spread by word of mouth so it is easy to see why this has made them such a hugely popular destination for those tech savvy folks who want the best bargain on their new device.

Comparison deal shopping is the foundation of getting a solid bargain because most of the companies that sell iPhones are going to be willing to throw in some truly attractive additional products when they need to move a serious amount of product. What is important is that a shop that offers the deals a person needs has plenty of different offers to sort through so that the individual can determine which is going to be right for them and offer them the best value.

App Store Picks: The Guardian

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:42:30 +0000

Stay effortlessly and elegantly informed on the subjects that matter to you with The Guardian’s highly customisable news app. From AC Milan to Zimbabwe, access the world’s most comprehensive topic-based news engine for the latest stories, galleries and audio from the UK’s top newspaper website. With full offline browsing, you’re one click away from The Guardian’s award-winning journalists and columnists, including Charlie Brooker, Polly Toynbee, David Mitchell and George Monbiot. Download The Guardian news app now for the most personal, relevant news experience yet on the iPhone and iPod touch.

talkbackTHAMES: TV on time and on budget

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:05:08 +0000

Television production company talkbackTHAMES is responsible for such primetime hits as The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent. The company’s largest regional office is based in Amersham and makes hugely popular shows like Grand Designs, Property Ladder, How Clean is Your House? and Escape to the Country, and their output is immense. Thanks to a post-production set-up that’s entirely based around Final Cut Studio, however, the team is uncompromising about both the number of programmes they can generate and the quality of their output.

Apple Retail Store Cribbs Causeway, Bristol is now open

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:26:21 +0000

The UK’s twenty-fifth Apple Retail Store, situated at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, is now open for business. Come along and bring your curiosity – it’s the best place to learn all about the Mac, check out an iPod, and see all the amazing things an iPhone can do. And if you find something you like, take it home that day. When you get to the store, speak to any one of our Specialists, who will be happy to offer assistance and point you in the right direction.

Become a fan of iTunes on Facebook and get 5 free songs

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:13:13 +0000

iTunes are giving away five free songs from some of their favourite independent artists, including Phoenix, Lethal Bizzle, Drums of Death, Porticio Quartet and Tiësto. To redeem your songs, become a fan of iTunes (UK) on Facebook and follow the instructions onscreen. Please note, this free sampler is only available on the iTunes Store in the United Kingdom. Codes are available only while supplies last.

Download the iTunes Holiday Sampler, absolutely free

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:52:14 +0000

If you’re looking for some fantastic holiday music, iTunes has what it takes with this collection of 8 holiday tracks, from bluegrass versions of traditional favourites to R&B takes on yuletide hymns. Featuring artists like Weezer, Charlotte Church and Aretha Franklin, this collection is a great way to soundtrack your holiday. It’s also a great way to explore the glory of iTunes LP. You can browse, check out lyrics, and read more on the artists. All of this and it’s absolutely free, available until the end of the week.

Meet the cast of The Vampire Diaries at the Apple Store, Regent Street

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:14:17 +0000

Already a smash hit in the US, spooky teen drama The Vampire Diaries is preparing to sink its fangs into TV audiences on this side of the pond. Come down to the Apple Retail Store, Regent Street on Saturday December 12th, and join cast members Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder as they discuss the popular series. Event starts at 5.30pm, but spaces are limited; customers are advised to arrive early to avoid disappointment. The series premiere of The Vampire Diaries is available to buy now on iTunes.

Producing John Legend live with MacBook Pro, Logic Studio and MainStage

Apple (United Kingdom) - Hot News — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:05:40 +0000

Fans of platinum-selling R&B artist John Legend bring the same high expectations for each new album to every live concert. On Legend’s current tour, music director Eugene “Man-Man” Roberts and his band manage to meet – and beat – those expectations, playing their best studio sounds and fresh live riffs through MacBook Pro notebooks running Logic Studio and MainStage. “I used to carry a rack of modules to my gigs”, explains Roberts, “but with MainStage I don’t need them. If I have my MacBook Pro, if I have my session, I have my show”.