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Worldwide tablet shipments decline 8.5% in Q1 2017: IDC

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The worldwide tablet market once again contracted in the first quarter of 2017 (1Q17) with total shipments of 36.2 million, a year-over-year decline of 8.5%, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Tablet Tracker. The first quarter contraction marks the tenth straight quarter that tablets have experienced a decline over the same quarter a year earlier, with the previous five quarters recording double-digit drops.
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Apple stops paying iPhone royalties to Qualcomm

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Apple is withholding payments to contract manufacturers that are owed to Qualcomm until the legal dispute between the two companies is resolved. As a result, Qualcomm has slashed its current-quarter profit and revenue forecasts. The company has lowered its revenue guidance to a range of $4.8 billion to $5.6 billion for the fiscal third quarter from $5.3 billion to $6.1 billion.

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Apple is reportedly working on a P2P money transfer service

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Apple is working on a P2P money transfer service similar to Venmo, according to a report from Recode. Venmo is PayPal’s digital wallet that allows users to transfer funds out of their Venmo account, bank account or debit card. Continue reading “Apple is reportedly working on a P2P money transfer service”

iPhone 8 dummy model images show edge-to-edge display, no rear Touch ID

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Images of dummy iPhone 8 model have surfaced thanks to Benjamin Geskin. The tipster has shared multiple images of the dummy iPhone 8 model that highlight the rumored edge-to-edge display. Foxconn has confirmed that these are CNC dummy models.
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iPhone 8 tipped to feature stainless steel frame and vertical dual camera for VR

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[Update] – A Bloomberg report has corroborated that Apple is testing a new type of screen, curved glass and stainless steel materials, and more advanced camera

Just yesterday, schematics of the iPhone 8 has surfaced hinting again at slimmer bezels and other design changes. Now, a latest report from Japanese blog Mac Otakara has shared more details of the iPhone 8. Continue reading “iPhone 8 tipped to feature stainless steel frame and vertical dual camera for VR”

Apple’s Clips video creation and sharing app for iPhone and iPad now available

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Apple had launched Clips video creation and sharing app last month. Now, the app that allow users to create short videos, by adding photos, filters, music is available for iPhone and iPad. Continue reading “Apple’s Clips video creation and sharing app for iPhone and iPad now available”

Apple working on Mac Pro with powerful specs and modular design; refreshes current models

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Apple is working on a new Mac Pro desktop computer which has not received an update since 2013. The company will refresh the Mac Pro with powerful specs and a modular design.  Continue reading “Apple working on Mac Pro with powerful specs and modular design; refreshes current models”

Jio Summer Surprise offers announced, Sony Xperia XZs launched and more – FoneArena Daily

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Check out the latest FoneArena Daily video that gives you a quick roundup of the latest technology news. Continue reading “Jio Summer Surprise offers announced, Sony Xperia XZs launched and more – FoneArena Daily”

Apple will make its own graphics chips for future iPhones

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Apple has announced that it will no longer use graphics chips from UK based Imagination Technologies for its iPhone. The company will not use Imagination Technologies’ intellectual property in its new products in 15 months to two years time, and as such will not be eligible for royalty payments under the current license and royalty agreement.
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Apple opens app accelerator in Bengaluru

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Apple CEO Tim Cook had announced an iOS app Design and Development Accelerator in Bengaluru during his visit in India last year in May. Now, the company has officially announced the opening of its app accelerator in Bangalore. Continue reading “Apple opens app accelerator in Bengaluru”

Apple to start assembling iPhones in Bengaluru from April: Karnataka IT minister

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Apple is gearing up to start assembling iPhones in India. According to a latest PTI report, the company will start making iPhones in the country from April. The news comes a month after government of Karnataka welcomed Apple’s proposal to begin “initial manufacturing operations” in Bangalore.

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Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Apple iPhone 7 Plus – What’s different

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Samsung’s S series lineup and Apple’s iPhone lineup never do get announced at the same time. Hence most people say that comparisons between the two are often unfair. While that may be debatable, a comparison is definitely needed and is unavoidable. Here is a spec comparison between the two bigger siblings in each company’s lineup.

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Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Apple iPhone 7 – What’s Different

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Samsung’s S series lineup and Apple’s iPhone lineup never do get announced at the same time. Hence most people say that comparisons between the two are often unfair. While that may be debatable, a comparison is definitely needed and is unavoidable. Here is a spec comparison between the two smaller siblings in each company’s lineup.

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Apple patent shows iPhone or iPad docking system to Macbook

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A new patent from Apple published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) describes a way by which you can dock your iPhone into the MacBook-like shell and power it using the smartphone. Titled as Electronic accessory device, the patent application was first discovered by Apple Insider.

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Apple launches Clips video creation and sharing app for iPhone and iPad

apple clip appApple has introduced Clips, a new video app that allow users to create short videos, by adding photos, filters, music. It takes cues from Snapchat, Instagram and Prisma and lets you make vibrant and creative videos that can be shared with friends the Messages app or popular social networks.
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