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Rumor: Apple to release fifth-generation iPhone in China this September

Per Boy Genius Report, analyst Brian White with Ticonderoga Securities said in a new note to investors on Thursday that China Mobile may receive the iPhone in September. The source is said to be an employee of China Mobile, who reportedly posted the information on “Weibo,” which is China’s version of Twitter. The Weibo message […]

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Apple to recall small number of Verizon iPad 2 units with duplicate electronic serial numbers

Ok, this is a bit embarrassing. Per AllThingsD, Apple has confirmed that an “extremely small number” of iPad 2 units for Verizon have been recalled because they were accidentally shipped with identical electronic serial numbers. After reports emerged on Friday that a limited recall was taking place, an Apple spokesperson acknowledged the issue. “Duplicate [Mobile […]

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Analyst: Apple may be looking into offering lower-priced/prepaid iPhone option

A series of comments from Apple Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook indicate that Apple doesn’t want its products to be “just for the rich” have fueled speculation that the company is interested in offering a cheaper iPhone. According to Forbes, Bernstein Research analyst Toni Sacconaghi met last week with Cook, Apple Chief Financial Officer Peter […]

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Apple CEO Steve Jobs takes medical leave of absence, will remain involved in major decisions

For the second time in two years, Apple CEO Steve Jobs will take a medical leave of absence from his company. According to a press release distributed by Apple, the company co-founder will remain CEO and be involved in major strategic decisions. Monday’s announcement included a note from Jobs that was sent to all of […]

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Verizon deal could open doors for other carriers to carry iPhone

If there’s a domino effect with the iPhone coming to Verizon, this could get interesting. Per AppleInsider, Apple Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook revealed on Tuesday that his company’s agreement with Verizon for the CDMA iPhone is non-exclusive, meaning the new handset could also appear on Sprint’s CDMA network. When asked if the new CDMA […]