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Apple releases Smart Battery Cases for iPhone XS, XS Max, XR models, complete with Qi Wireless features

Because Smart Battery Cases are useful. Apple on Tuesday released new Smart Battery Cases designed for its 2018 iPhone lineup, including the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR. The units are available in black or white, priced at $129 each, and are designed to add extra battery life to the device. The cases are similar […]

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Rumor: AirPower may have entered production phase

At long last, the AirPower charging mat might have entered production. Hong Kong website ChargerLAB cites a “credible source” within Apple’s supply chain who claims Chinese manufacturer Luxshare Precision has started production of the AirPower. The source has added that he has heard the AirPower will be released soon. Luxshare, which is a member of […]

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Apple reportedly cutting iPhone prices to compete in Chinese marketplace

It looks like Apple may be cutting its prices for a number of iPhone models to compete in the Chinese marketplace. A report from China’s National Business Daily says Chinese iPhone vendors received word yesterday regarding price cuts to iPhone 8, 8 Plus, XR, XS and XS Max. The largest cut can be seen with […]

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New Apple Support scam/phishing techniques reported

The Apple Support scams are becoming more elaborate. A Jody Westby received an automated phone call on her iPhone as of Thursday warning her that multiple Apple user IDs had been compromised and said she needed to call a 1-866 number. Her iPhone displayed legitimate-looking contact information for Apple. It listed Apple’s correct street address, […]

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Apple revises guidance for Q1 2019, predicts lower revenues between $5 billion and $9 billion for the quarter

For the first time in years, Apple adjusted its first-quarter earnings for the upcoming fiscal year, its 2019 estimates reading as follows: Revenue of approximately $84 billion Gross margin of approximately 38 percent Operating expenses of approximately $8.7 billion Other income/(expense) of approximately $550 million Tax rate of approximately 16.5 percent before discrete items