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Apple TV out of stock on online store, next-gen units possible in near term

When the stock runs out, the new stuff is on its way. Or that’s what one tends to hope. Per AppleInsider, Apple has either run out of stock or suspended sales of refurbished Apple TVs through its online store, possibly hinting that a new version of the device is in the offing. As noted by […]

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News retail

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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iOS iPhone iPod Touch News Patents Software

Apple receives patent for offline purchasing system

Ok, this is interesting. Per the United States Patent and Trademark Office and AppleInsider, Apple on Tuesday was awarded a patent for an offline purchasing system that would allow iTunes users to buy music, movies and other media when not connected to the internet. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office granted Apple U.S. Patent No. […]

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Staples confirms sale of Apple accessories in brick and mortar locations across U.S. and Canada in Q1

It had to happen sometime. Per Reuters, office supply retailer Staples began offering Apple accessories on its U.S. online store last month, and now the office supply retail chain has confirmed the merchandise will soon be available in stores as well. The retailer Staples announced fourth quarter and full year 2012 performance earnings on Wednesday, […]

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iMac News retail

iMac ship times hold for U.S., see delays in European markets

Look at it this way: Europe may not have the greatest of iMac ship times, but it’s still pretty damn beautiful and the food’s amazing. Per MacGeneration, estimated shipping times for Apple’s thinner iMac continue to slip, as the 27-inch model is now advertised to arrive in Europe in 4 to 6 weeks, while the […]