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Apple pins down September 11th for China media event, speculation surfaces

A recent announcement that Apple will hold its first-ever iPhone media event in China has indicated some huge things, such as a sooner-than-expected launch of new models in that country, or perhaps a deal with China Mobile, the world’s largest carrier. Per AppleInsider and the Wall Street Journal, Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook has repeatedly […]

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Apple to expand USB takeback program to UK, other countries

The Apple USB power adapter takeback program has expanded. Per MacNN and 9to5Mac, Apple is extending the number of eligible countries in its USB adapter takeback program. The program began in China August 9th, and is coming to the US on August 16th. Now also joining on the 16th will be Australia, Canada, France, Germany, […]

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Apple hiring additional engineers for Maps team, will include “Frequent Locations” feature in iOS 7

It’s Apple’s jobs page that tends to point to where things are going. Per AppleInsider, Apple is actively recruiting for scores of new full time jobs related to Maps. The company also plans to enlist the support of its installed base of 400 million iOS users with an opt-in invitation to “Help Improve Maps” in […]

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Beijing-area scalpers buying up Genius Bar appointments, selling them online

If you’re planning on traveling to China in the near term, you might want to be aware of this. Per the Beijing Morning News, Beijing ticket scalpers have found a new way to make money on Apple: booking up all available Genius Bar appointments and then offering them for sale online. Ticket scalpers usually make […]

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Apple advises Chinese customers to avoid counterfeits, opt for genuine Apple products after charger-related incidents

Sometimes it’s best to stick with the genuine article. After a pair of iPhone-related electrocutions in China allegedly caused by unauthorized third-party chargers, Apple has added a section to its Chinese website helping users identify official iOS device chargers as well as advised users to charge its devices with genuine Apple chargers according to CNET. […]