Jobs' Return to Apple Is Path Strewn With Controversy
The public relations strategists at Apple might want to consider a job in politics for their next gig: It is rare for any company to be so deliberately opaque with information essential to stockholders -- and still manage to stay on this side of the law. Indeed, the company's recent disclosure that CEO Steve Jobs was back at work was a thing of Machiavellian beauty.
Jobs' Return to Apple Is Path Strewn With Controversy
Jobs' Return to Apple Is Path Strewn With Controversy
Apple breathed some new life into its Apple TV media hub on Wednesday with upgrades to both its firmware and the iPhone's Remote app that let owners steer music and videos through multi-touch input.
Apple updates Apple TV, Remote app to allow multi-touch control
Apple updates Apple TV, Remote app to allow multi-touch control
Apple has quietly released a new software update to the Apple TV which brings the system software up to version 2.4. The exact changes have not yet been listed by Apple so we can't tell you everything that's been changed just yet. Apple typically ...
Apple TV 2.4 Update Now Available, Updated Remote App with Gestures
Apple TV 2.4 Update Now Available, Updated Remote App with Gestures
In controlled JavaScript Web site renders, the iPhone 3GS is nearly three times as fast as the iPhone 3G and Palm Pre, and 5.5 times faster than the T-Mobile G1, according to a new study, which also reveals that the iPhone 3.0 software alone has a dramatic impact on the speed in which an iPhone 3G renders websites.
Apple undersells, over-delivers on iPhone 3GS speed - report
Apple undersells, over-delivers on iPhone 3GS speed - report
A company called WildCharge yesterday announced that it is set to begin offering the first wireless induction charging cases for the iPhone and iPod touch. This allows the devices to be charged by simply placing them on a special charging pad withou...
Wireless Induction Charging for the iPhone and iPod Touch
Wireless Induction Charging for the iPhone and iPod Touch
Apple's component and manufacturing costs for its new 16GB iPhone 3G S falls within $5 of those required to build last year's 8GB iPhone 3G, this despite a doubling of the handset's built-in storage capacity and the addition of several new components, according to a new tear-down cost analysis.
Cost to build Apple's new iPhone 3G S estimated at $179
Cost to build Apple's new iPhone 3G S estimated at $179
Apple chief executive Steve Jobs, who was recently given an "excellent" prognosis by the doctors that performed his liver transplant, is reportedly close to a new deal that could signal an end to a decade-long legal tussle over a mansion he owns in California's Woodside Hills and finally allow him to build the home of his dreams in its place.
Deal between Jobs and investor would pave way for dream house
Deal between Jobs and investor would pave way for dream house
Are concerns about Steve Jobs are impacting Apple's share prices? Apple's share prices have been slipping since it was learned over the weekend that the company's CEO may have had a liver transplant. Trading in Apple shares was volatile on Tuesday, with prices changing by the minute.
Of Jobs, Wireless Exclusivity and the Competition
Of Jobs, Wireless Exclusivity and the Competition
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare today issued a brief press release confirming that Steve Jobs did receive a liver transplant at the Methodist University Hospital Transplant Institute. The release was issued with Jobs' permission several days after T...
Methodist University Hospital Confirms Steve Jobs Liver Transplant
Methodist University Hospital Confirms Steve Jobs Liver Transplant
In a bid to settle the question of his health once and for all, Apple chief Steve Jobs has acknowledged that he did undergo a liver transplant at Methodist University Hospital and that he has come out of surgery in good condition.
Hospital says Steve Jobs in 'excellent' state following liver transplant
Hospital says Steve Jobs in 'excellent' state following liver transplant
Apple on Tuesday released Final Cut Pro 6.0.6 to address playback issues on certain Mac Pro and Xserve systems. Separately, the company also issued a bug fix update for Time Capsule, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Express Base Stations that include 802.11n support.
Apple updates Final Cut Pro, Time Capsule and AirPort firmware
Apple updates Final Cut Pro, Time Capsule and AirPort firmware
Psystar's hopes of stalling Apple's lawsuit have crumbled as the Mac maker has successfully overturned the court stay on its case. At the same time, Apple's legal hammer has been falling on iTunes gift card fraud, and the Palm Pre continues to sell out even with the iPhone 3GS threatening to pull customers away.
Apple has Psystar's lawsuit stay lifted; Palm Pre unhurt by iPhone
Apple has Psystar's lawsuit stay lifted; Palm Pre unhurt by iPhone
Apple chief operating officer Tim Cook's capacity to successfully manage the company for extended periods of time has recently seen him adopt more of the duties once reserved specifically for Steve Jobs, but it's also made him an attractive target for other high-tech firms looking for a seasoned leader.
Apple COO Cook taking on more of Jobs' responsibilities
Apple COO Cook taking on more of Jobs' responsibilities
Once again, the technology mediasphere is engrossed with Apple CEO Steve Jobs' health, and the questions are ricocheting off the virtual walls: What did Apple know? When did it know it? What is it legally obliged to reveal? This latest round of speculation was prompted by a weekend Wall Street Journal report revealing that Jobs had a liver transplant in April.
Reports Fan Flames of Speculation Over Steve Jobs' health
Reports Fan Flames of Speculation Over Steve Jobs' health
A recent posting at iPod touch Fans has gained some publicity for the re-discovery of references to an iPod3,1 model in the public release of iPhone OS 3.0. The current iPod touch is termed iPod2,1, so the references suggest that Apple will be r...
"iPod3,1" References in iPhone OS 3.0 Point to iPod Touch Refresh
"iPod3,1" References in iPhone OS 3.0 Point to iPod Touch Refresh
In a feature article today, The New York Times reports on Apple's history of secrecy regarding its product plans and other company matters. While Apple's long history guarding of its product pipeline has fostered the growth of dedicated rumors site ...
New York Times Reports on Apple's Obsession With Secrecy
New York Times Reports on Apple's Obsession With Secrecy
With Apple again failing to advise shareholders that chief executive Steve Jobs underwent major surgery, the New York Times has published a profile of the company's unparalleled aura of secrecy, which stems from products to personnel and everything in between.
Report details Apple's unusual veil of secrecy
Report details Apple's unusual veil of secrecy
As a user of Apple products, I relish the mystery of what's coming next, eagerly consuming the rumors and speculation dished out by the blogs and Web sites. As a patent lawyer, however, I can't help but to eye with skepticism each new patent application served up by an Apple watcher as potential evidence of the next big thing.
The Folly of Predicting New Products From Apple's Patents
The Folly of Predicting New Products From Apple's Patents
Speculation about Steve Jobs' health has reached a fever pitch as at least one eyewitness has claimed Apple's chief executive is back on campus the same day the company itself dropped a possible clue of its own.
Jobs seen back on Apple campus
Jobs seen back on Apple campus
CNBC reports that Steve Jobs has indeed returned to work at Apple today. His return had been suggested as he was attributed a quote for Apple's press release today about the iPhone 3GS sales.
Steve Jobs Back at Work at Apple
Steve Jobs Back at Work at Apple