Tim Cook stepping down as Apple CEO marks the close of one of the most defining corporate leadership chapters of a generation, as the company prepares to enter a new phase under incoming CEO John Ternus. Cook, who took over from Steve Jobs in 2011 when Apple was valued at approximately US$350
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One World International School (OWIS) in Riyadh has been recognized as the first Apple Distinguished School in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for its integration of Apple technology across curriculum, giving a competitive digital advantage to students in an ecosystem that is configured to new-age standards. Apple Distinguished School (ADS) is a recognition from Apple […]
Did Apple wow Wall Street with its new product release? Not really – but we did see four new iPhone models unveiled: the base iPhone 17, the superthin Air, the high-end Pro, and the Pro Max. Apple is not reinventing the wheel with the iPhone 17, but the new ‘Air’ model shows it can still […]
After posting its strongest earnings in years, Apple surged 12% in August, its best month in over a year and a welcome relief after a tough stretch for shareholders. The iPhone maker reported double-digit growth across key areas and its fastest revenue growth since 2021. Notably, sales in Greater China rose 4%, easing concerns about […]
Bid to localise supply chains Apple has announced a significant expansion of its operations in the United States, pledging an additional $100 billion, which brings its total US investment commitment to $600 billion over four years. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to localise supply chains, boost advanced manufacturing, and strengthen America’s position […]
As the tech world awaits two of the most anticipated earnings announcements this week, Apple and Amazon are firmly in the spotlight. Both companies face high investor expectations amid shifting economic dynamics and intensifying competition in the artificial intelligence (AI) space. Apple: A Pivotal Quarter AheadApple’s stock has fallen roughly 15% year-to-date, placing
Canon Inc. announced that two of its RF lenses for 3D VR video — the RF5.2mm F2.8 L DUAL FISHEYE (released in December 2021) and the RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM DUAL FISHEYE (released in June 2024) — will offer compatibility with “Apple Projected Media Profile” (hereafter “APMP”), a QuickTime movie profile that will be supported by […]
PT SWARM expert Egor Filatov found a critical vulnerability in Shortcuts, a built-in macOS app that streamlines device management by automating repetitive user actions. If successfully exploited, the security flaw could allow an attacker to gain full control over the device, including the ability to read, edit, and delete any data. If the compromised device happens
For enhanced baggage tracking Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings, have launched a new service to improve passenger baggage tracking. Effective immediately, customers flying with these airlines can now securely and privately share the location of their baggage through the Apple AirTag or Find My network,
AR and AI technologies show promise Global shipments of Virtual Reality (VR) headsets fell by 4% year-on-year (YoY) and 16% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) in the third quarter of 2024, marking the market’s third consecutive quarter of declines. This trend reflects a growing challenge within the VR market, as demand for tethered VR headsets dropped by 50% […]
Followed by iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro According to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker, Apple’s iPhone 15 was the world’s best-selling smartphone in Q3 2024, followed closely by the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro. Samsung dominated the global top-10 list, securing five spots, with Apple close at […]
US sanctions hurt Huawei Samsung, Apple, and Xiaomi have collectively commanded half of the global smartphone market in the second quarter of 2024, highlighting their continued dominance in the industry. According to the latest IDC Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker data, these three tech giants have each made significant strides in capturing consumer interest and market […]
Raising $3,042 Per Second In Q1 2024 Alphabet, Google’s parent company, has outpaced Apple and claimed the throne as the most profitable entity within the esteemed GAFAM* consortium. This seismic shift in the tech industry’s financial landscape is a testament to Alphabet’s remarkable financial resurgence in 2023, which has continued into Q1 of 2024,
Installed Base To Surpass One-billion Mark A dramatic surge in GenAI smartphone shipments is forecasted, with a fourfold increase by 2027, totalling a staggering 550 million units. These estimations by Counterpoint Research, detailed in the forthcoming report GenAI Smartphone Shipments and Insights, mark a significant advancement from Counterpoint’s earlier forecasts
Now Available In 13- And 15-Inch Sizes Apple has launched its latest iteration of the MacBook Air lineup, boasting the formidable M3 chip, which promises to elevate the laptop to new heights of performance and efficiency. The unveiling marks a significant advancement in Apple’s commitment to blending power with portability. The new MacBook Air models, […]
Led By Premium And Budget-Economy Segments Despite the challenges faced in the previous year, the smartphone market worldwide is showing remarkable resilience. According to a recent forecast by Counterpoint Research, global smartphone shipments are anticipated to witness a modest upswing of 3% year-on-year, reaching a substantial 1.2 billion units in 2024. The rebound is
Outpaces Entire 2023 Growth By 15% NVIDIA, the US-based chipmaker, continues its meteoric rise in the stock market, setting new records after closing 2023 as the top performer in the S&P 500 index with a remarkable gain of 236%. Bolstered by stellar Q4 results, the tech giant has surged by over $400 billion in stock […]
Free Online Access For All Developers Apple enthusiasts and developers worldwide are gearing up for the much-anticipated return of Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), scheduled from June 10 to 14, 2024, in Cupertino, California. In a notable move, Apple announced that the entire conference would be accessible online to developers. At the same time, a […]
However, Antitrust Concerns Loom Large Apple Inc. is poised to witness a significant surge in its services revenue, with projections indicating that the segment will constitute a quarter of the tech giant’s total revenue by 2025. According to Counterpoint Research’s Apple 360 service, this expansion marks a milestone as services revenue is expected to surpass




























