The global foldable smartphone average sales price (ASP) is forecast to rise 18% year-over-year (YoY) in 2026, according to Counterpoint Research’s Foldable Smartphone Market Forecast. Book-type models are increasing the overall ASP, as their mix within shipments will...
Today Apple announced some pretty serious price increases on Mac, iPad, Vision Pro, and HomePod mini devices. In a statement to MacRumors, Apple explained why. Here’s the statement: “The consumer electronics industry is facing an unprecedented challenge. The rapid...
Nabila Popal, IDC’s Senior Director, Data & Analytics, has provided the following insights to Apple World Today about the rising costs of Apple’s products. Topline Insights: Since the memory crisis has been in play for many months, we already expected Apple to...
This is my (mostly) weekly column in which I round up my weekly musings about whatever’s on my mind. Sometimes it will have nothing to do with Apple, though this week it does, at least peripherally. If you’re a country music fan (and I am, though I like almost...
Apple has applied for a patent (number 20220356881) for “adhesive joint features.” Though you wouldn’t know it from the name of the patent, it involves ways to make Mac laptops even more powerful while running cooler. About the patent filing The patent filing relates...
Apple has applied for a patent (number 20220356881) for “adhesive joint features.” Though you wouldn’t know it from the name of the patent, it involves ways to make Mac laptops even more powerful while running cooler. About the patent filing The patent filing relates...
This is my (mostly) weekly column in which I write about whatever’s on my mind — which may have nothing to do with Apple. Today’s column doesn’t, so feel free to skip it unless you just want to read 10 of my random thoughts from this week. Have you, like me, had your...
Apple has been granted a patent (number 11,320,659) for a “headband for head-mounted device with magnetic components.” It involves the rumored “Apple Glasses,” an augmented reality/virtual reality headset. About the patent In the patent, Apple says that head-mounted...
The Sellers Research Group (that’s me) still says it ain’t gonna happen, but The Information predicted in January that Apple will buy the financially troubled Peloton. And the rumors/speculation persists. Peloton is looking for a major company like Apple or Amazon to...
Apple has been granted a patent (number 11,321,116) for “systems and methods for integrating third party services with a digital assistant. That assistance being, of course, Siri. About the patent In the patent, Apple notes that a digital assistant system’s ability to...
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BanklessTimes.com has provided data putting Apple Services’ significance to Apple’s earnings in perspective. The site’s analysis shows that the unit earned the tech giant US$75.1 billion in the fiscal year ending in March 2022. That was a five-fold jump from the...
HITCASE’s Ferra is the a premium, handcrafted, full grain leather drop resistant case for iPhone X, Xs and Xs Max. The first product to be released in the all-new Design Series, Ferra combines traditional leatherwork with stainless steel touchpoints, compatible with...
WaterField Designs has introduced the Sutter Sling Pouch, a minimalist crossbody Sling to carry daily necessities too bulky or plentiful to fit into pants pockets. Available in full-grain leather and tan waxed canvas or black ballistic nylon, it keeps valuables secure...
Audeara is the world’s first headphone offering an in-built hearing test to protect users’ ears. The headphones can prevent hearing loss by making the sound better rather than louder, which prevents the ongoing cycle of hearing damage. According to the World Health...
PlusUs has introduced the Xpad, which it claims is “the world's thinnest and first-ever flexible wireless charging pad.” It boasts a charging pad made entirely from genuine Italian leather, real timber veneer or cork, and handcrafted from eco-friendly materials. The...
HEX has released its Terra Collection of bags. The collection features coated polyester exterior treated for water resistance, providing an amazing feel and look to the bags. It’s a sleek collection, with sophisticated red accents for an urban touch. The Terra...