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  • Foxconn claims chip shortage could extend into second half of 2022

    Foxconn claims chip shortage could extend into second half of 2022

    The chip shortage could extend well into the second half of 2022.

    Per iPhone supplier Foxconn, the chip manufacturer is struggling to keep up with consumer demand. Apple has been dealing with the chip shortage for the past several quarters, but it only started significantly impacting Apple’s business in the most recent quarter. The shortage of specific components and production constraints related to the ongoing public health crisis have impacted ‌iPhone‌, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac availability. Apple said that this past quarter, the shortages cost it $6 billion, and it expects the impact to be even more significant for the holiday season.

    Per Foxconn, which functions as Apple’s largest supplier for the iPhone, some reports have suggested that production is improving, but is still a length away from being entirely normal.

    As the holiday season approaches, Apple is encouraging customers to get their holiday orders in early to ensure they receive them in time for the holidays, and the company has provided “order by” dates for some of its most popular products. 

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors and The Wall Street Journal

  • Apple releases iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1 updates

    Apple releases iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1 updates

    In addition to its release of macOS Monterey, Apple on Monday also released iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1, the first major updates to its iOS 15 operating system. This also represents the first major update after the September launch of iOS 15.

    The update offers the following fixes, features, and changes:

    SharePlay
    – SharePlay is a new way to share synchronized experiences in FaceTime with content from the Apple TV app, Apple Music, Fitness+, and other supported App Store apps
    – Shared controls give everyone the ability to pause, play, rewind or fast forward
    – Smart volume automatically lowers the audio of a movie, TV show or song when your friends speak
    – Apple TV supports the option to watch the shared video on your big screen while you continue the FaceTime call on iPhone
    – Screen sharing lets everyone on a FaceTime call look at photos, browse the web, or help each other out

    Camera
    – ProRes video capture using iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max
    – Setting to turn off automatic camera switching when taking macro photos and videos on iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max

    Apple Wallet
    – COVID-19 vaccination card support allows you to add and present verifiable vaccination information from Apple Wallet

    Translate
    – Mandarin Chinese (Taiwan) support in the Translate app and for system-wide translation

    Home
    – New automation triggers based on the current reading of a HomeKit-enabled humidity, air quality, or light level sensor

    Shortcuts
    – New pre-built actions let you overlay text on images or gifs, plus a new collection of games lets you pass the time with Siri

    This release also fixes the following issues:
    – Photos app may incorrectly report storage is full when importing photos and videos
    – Weather app may not show current temperature for My Location, and may display colors of animated backgrounds incorrectly
    – Audio playing from an app may pause when locking the screen
    – Wallet may unexpectedly quit when using VoiceOver with multiple passes
    – Available Wi-Fi networks may not be detected
    – Battery algorithms updated on iPhone 12 models to better estimate battery capacity over time

    On the iPad, the update adds the above listed features and support for Live Text in the Camera app. With Live Text, the Camera can detect text, phone numbers, addresses, and more, with the feature available on iPads that have an A12 Bionic chip or later. Live Text was already available on the iPhone. 

    As usual, the updates can be located, downloaded, and installed by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update.

    If you’ve tried either iOS 15.1 or iPadOS 15.1 and have any feedback to offer, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via MacRumors

  • Rumor: Next-gen iPhone SE could feature 4.7-inch LCD, 5G, “A15” system-on-chip

    Rumor: Next-gen iPhone SE could feature 4.7-inch LCD, 5G, “A15” system-on-chip

    It looks like the next-gen iPhone SE could see some improvements in horsepower.

    Per sources along the supply chain, the upcoming iPhone SE could be powered by a next-gen “A15” system-on-chip as well as feature a design largely unchanged from its predecessor.

    The model due out in early 2022 is expected to retain an iPhone 8 aesthetic, but will feature thoroughly modern components like an “A15” chip anticipated to debut with this year’s “iPhone 13” release in the fall. Cellular connectivity is predicted to receive a bump to 5G thanks to Qualcomm’s X60 modem, bringing the iPhone SE in line with iPhone 12.

    Apple is thought to be retaining its traditional 4.7-inch LCD display as opposed to moving to the OLED screens found on its flagship iPhone models and the device could launch in the first half of 2022.

    Per noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the “iPhone SE 3” could feature the aforementioned processor upgrade as well as be Apple’s “cheapest 5G iPhone model ever.”

    According to sources quoted by Nikkei, 2022 could mark an end for Apple’s iPhone mini models:

    “It is pretty much decided that there won’t be a Mini next year, and there will be a relatively cost-effective version of the largest iPhone Pro Max instead. However, the designs for the detailed specifications for the four new models next year are not yet locked in,” one person said.

    The report cited low demand for the iPhone 12 mini, and instead of a new “mini,” Apple is rumored to be mulling an expansion on the top end with two 6.7-inch devices, sources said.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via AppleInsider and Nikkei

  • Analyst reiterates predictions of an iPhone SE with 5G capability and an updated processor in the first half of 2022

    Analyst reiterates predictions of an iPhone SE with 5G capability and an updated processor in the first half of 2022

    A new report released by ever-reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo on Wednesday helped enforce expectations for the next-gen iPhone SE. Kuo stated that the upcoming handset could feature 5G and an upgraded processor, as well as arrive in the first half of 2022.

    After 5G first arrived on Apple’s iPhone 12 lineup last fall, the iPhone SE gaining the next-generation cellular radio would be a big deal as it would be the company’s first entry-priced iPhone with the tech.

    Kuo stated that the 2022 iPhone SE could feature a similar design as the existing 4.7-inch iPhone SE, the major change being a processor upgrade.

    Kuo’s report also highlights optimism about the next iPhone SE’s “contribution to the 5G iPhone replacement demand.”

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via 9to5Mac

  • Apple posts $89.6 billion in revenues, $23.6 billion profit for Q2 2021

    Apple posts $89.6 billion in revenues, $23.6 billion profit for Q2 2021

    The financial returns are in and Apple earned $89.6 billion in revenue for the second fiscal quarter of 2021.

    Released ahead of its customary conference call with analysts, Apple has confirmed revenue of $89.6 billion for the quarter ending March 2021. This represents a year-on-year growth of 54percent from Q2 2020, when Apple reported $58.3 billion at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Net profit rose a gargantuan 110 percent to hit $23.6 billion.

    The gross margin for the quarter reached 42.5 percent is up from the year-ago quarter, which was 38.4 percent. Operating expenses for the period were $10.6 billion, above Q2 2020’s $9.5 billion. Diluted earnings per share is reported at $1.40.

    Apple’s record-setting Q1 revenue of $111.4 billion was aided by considerable growth in iPhone sales, due to the release of its iPhone 12 handsets. iPhone revenues hit $42.9 billion, up from $28.96 billion in Q2 2020.

    The record-setting Q1 revenue of $111.4 billion was aided by considerable growth in iPhone sales, due to the release of the iPhone 12 range. Q2 benefits from Q1’s lead, with iPhone revenues hitting $47.9, up from the $28.96 billion seen in Q2 2020.

    Revenues from iPad rose to $7.8 billion for the quarter, up from $.4 billion from one year ago. Mac revenues rose to $9.1 billion, up from $5.4 billion in Q2 2020. Revenues for Wearables, Home, and Accessories rose to $7.8 billion form $6.3 billion from Q2 2020.

    This represents the first full quarter of sales for the iPhone 12 range, as well as the Apple Watch Series 6, the Apple Watch SE, the 2020 iPad, the iPad Air, the HomePod mini, the initial wave of Apple Silicon Macs, and the AirPods Max.

    It’s unknown as to whether Apple’s results met the company’s own internal forecast, as it has refused to issue quarterly forecasts since the start of the pandemic. However, for the Q1 results, CFO Luca Maestri said he expected Apple’s revenue growth to accelerate year-on-year in the second quarter.

    As expected, Apple did not provide a forecast for Q3 2020.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via AppleInsider