Apple
Why Is Wall Street Losing Its Appetite for Apple?
December 10, 2012 9:46 am | by Michael Liedtke, AP Technology Writer | News | CommentsApple began selling the iPhone 5 on Sept. 21, the same day the company's stock hit an all-time peak of $705.07 per share. Since then, the stock has plunged more than 20 percent, trimming the company's market value by more than $150 billion. On Friday afternoon, shares were trading at around $534.
Apple's Softer Side Emerges Under CEO Cook
December 7, 2012 9:37 am | by Peter Svensson, AP Technology Writer | News | CommentsThough the metal edges of its PCs and mobile devices are as sharp and severe as ever, Apple is emerging under Cook's leadership as a kinder corporate citizen. Cook's announcement this week that the company is moving the production of one of its Mac computer lines to the U.S. is just the latest step in a softening of the company's image following the October 2011 death of CEO and co-founder Jobs.
Ahead of the Bell: Apple
December 6, 2012 9:42 am | by Associated Press | News | CommentsApple shares continued to slide for a second day before the opening bell, a day after the company posted its worst one-day stock drop in four years. On Wednesday, the Cupertino, Calif.-based company's shares closed down 6 percent at $538.79, erasing $35 million in market capitalization. Speculation abounded as to the cause.
Galaxy S III Takes Smartphone Crown from Apple
November 8, 2012 6:08 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsAs Apple’s share price plummets in the face of missed third quarter earnings, Samsung’s Galaxy S III smartphone is crowned the world’s best-selling smartphone ever.
Apple, Samsung Boast Device Sales Numbers
November 5, 2012 6:13 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsApple and Samsung tout tablet sales numbers.
Apple's $8.2 Billion Profit Disappoints Wall Street
October 26, 2012 7:47 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsApple's fiscal fourth quarter financials couldn't keep pace with Wall Street's expectations.
Apple Unveils $329 iPad Mini as Shares Fall
October 23, 2012 11:47 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsApple today unveiled a smaller 7.9-inch iPad to accompany its standard 10-inch model. The company made the announcement during a media event in San Francisco that was streamed live on the company's website.
Report: Next iPhone May Not Have it Easy in U.S.
September 11, 2012 7:22 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsWhile Apple has not confirmed an iPhone 5, all signs point to an announcement tomorrow.
Apple Sets Sept. 12 Event for Expected iPhone Unveil
September 5, 2012 7:15 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsApple yesterday sent out invites to a Sept. 12 press event, where the company is expected to unveil the next iPhone.
Samsung in Hot Seat over Abusing Chinese Workers
September 5, 2012 7:06 am | by Youkyung Lee, AP Technology Writer | News | CommentsFresh off a billion-dollar loss in a patent fight with rival smartphone maker Apple, embattled Samsung Electronics Co. now finds itself accused by a labor rights group of mistreating workers in China and illegally using child labor.
South Korean Court Rules Samsung Didn't Copy iPhone
August 24, 2012 7:28 am | by Youkyung Lee, AP Technology Writer | News | CommentsSouth Korea's Samsung won a home court ruling in its global smartphone battle against Apple on Friday when judges in Seoul said the company didn't copy the look and feel of the U.S. company's iPhone, and that Apple infringed on Samsung's wireless technology.
Apple Stock Hits New High After 4-Month Dip
August 20, 2012 7:15 am | by Peter Svennsson, AP Technology Writer | News | CommentsApple's stock hit a new high Friday after a four-month swoon, as investors looked ahead to the release of a new iPhone and possibly a smaller iPad.
Apple Buys AuthenTec for $356M
July 27, 2012 7:30 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | CommentsApple is buying security company AuthenTec in a deal valued at about $356 million.
Apple Not Almighty, Earnings Disappoint
July 25, 2012 7:52 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | CommentsHaving customers excited about your new line of products doesn't seem like it should be a problem, but it's one that tripped up Apple's earnings last quarter.
Mini iPad Could Mark Departure for Apple
July 6, 2012 7:25 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsIf the recent rumors are true, Apple will have some backtracking to do to justify its move to a smaller format, NPD Group analyst Ross Rubin says.
China Court: Apple Pays $60M to Settle iPad Case
July 2, 2012 7:38 am | by Joe McDonald, AP Business Writer | News | CommentsApple has paid $60 million to settle a dispute in China over ownership of the iPad name, a court announced Monday, removing a potential obstacle to sales of the popular tablet computer in the key Chinese market.
Analyst Sets $1,001 Price Target on Apple Shares
April 3, 2012 7:07 am | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsNEW YORK (AP) — A Wall Street analyst on Monday set the highest price target yet for Apple shares, valuing them at $1,001 each, or about 62 percent more than their current price.
FTC Said to Probe Google on Tracking, Antitrust
March 16, 2012 7:20 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | CommentsGoogle is reportedly facing multiple investigations from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over its business practices.
iPad with LTE Bolsters Apple's Tablet Position
March 8, 2012 6:52 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsThe bottom line following Wednesday's iPad launch appears to be that the new LTE-capable tablet will only bolster Apple's dominance in the tablet market.
DOJ Threatens to Sue Apple, Publishers for eBook Price Fixing
March 8, 2012 6:46 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsThe Wall Street Journal reported that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has threatened to sue Apple and others for colluding with publishers to fix eBook prices.
New iPad Thicker, Heavier Than Old Model
March 8, 2012 6:43 am | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple's new iPad will be thicker and heavier than the iPad 2 because it features a bigger, more powerful battery.
Apple Set to Unveil iPad 3
March 7, 2012 7:04 am | by Andrew Berg | News | CommentsApple is set to unveil its next-generation iPad at an event in San Francisco today...
Apple to Get Android Data from Google, Motorola
March 6, 2012 7:15 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | CommentsGoogle and Motorola Mobility have been ordered to hand over information to Apple about the development of the Android operating system.
iPad Dispute Signals New Era in Trademark Troubles
March 6, 2012 7:06 am | by Elaine Kurtenbach, AP Business Writer | News | CommentsiPotato, isock, icouch, istove, i-you-name-it. An Internet search for "i'' words from A to Z will turn up just about any combination you might think up, from all over the world, only a handful of them related to Apple.
Apple Marks 25 Billion Downloads
March 5, 2012 7:11 am | by Monica Alleven | News | CommentsApple devoted its home page to a big thank-you today, saying: "A billion thanks. 25 times over.
