Iphone Sales Holiday

Apple profits top estimates even as competition dents China iPhone sales

Silicon Valley group says there are signs rollout of AI features will boost handset demand

Financial Times - 7h

Apple's iPhone sales during the holiday season slipped despite a highly anticipated AI rollout

Apple on Thursday disclosed its iPhone sales dipped slightly during the holiday-season quarter, signaling a sluggish start to the trendsetting company’s effort to catch up to the rest of Big Tech ...

ABC News - 9h

Apple’s Revenue Increases 4 Percent Despite Slowing iPhone Sales

The tech giant’s sales of apps and services helped profit grow 7 percent from a year ago, even as the company contended with slumping sales in China.

The New York Times - 8h

Apple shares rise 3% as boost in services revenue overshadows iPhone miss

Although Apple's overall sales rose during the quarter, the company's closely watched iPhone sales actually declined slightly on a year-over-year basis.

CNBC - 8h

Apple iPhone sales dip despite AI rollout

The company's signature phone has been updated with artificial intelligence, but sales are down.

BBC News - 8h

Apple reports sagging iPhone sales in China as first-quarter earnings barely beat Wall Street’s expectations

Investors pay close attention to tech company’s foray into AI after Apple Intelligence’s glitches and inaccuracies. Apple slightly beat analysts’ expectations in its first-quarter earnings for ...

The Guardian - 9h

School holiday fines at a record high

The number of fines issued for unauthorised school holidays has tripled since 2016-17.

BBC News - 19h

Levi’s had a good holiday season. But here’s why it’s forecasting falling sales in 2025.

Shares of Levi Strauss & Co. slid after hours on Wednesday after the denim maker forecast a dip in sales for the year ahead, citing trepidation over tariffs and other issues even as the company ...

MarketWatch - 1d

Latest iPhone update enables Apple Intelligence automatically: How to turn it off

The latest Apple update is bringing AI to your phone — whether you want it or not.

The Hill - 2d

How to Turn Off Apple Intelligence on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac

In iOS 18.3, Apple Intelligence is now turned on by default. Here’s how to disable it.

Wired - 3d

How to Use Stolen Device Protection on Apple’s iPhone

Whether you’re worried about a new iPhone or the Apple smartphone you’ve had for ages, activating Stolen Device Protection can limit what thieves can access.

Wired - 4d

Can’t Download TikTok? How About a Used iPhone for $3,000?

Phones with TikTok already downloaded are being listed for eye-watering sums as the social media platform remains absent from app stores.

The New York Times - 6d

Here’s Why Apple’s iPhone Market Share in China Is Plunging

CEO Tim Cook has had over a decade to come up with a new growth engine for Apple and has not yet delivered.

Inc. - Jan. 23

Dangerously cold air for the MLK holiday weekend

Yahoo News - Jan. 17

Apple disables AI notifications for news in its beta iPhone software

An Apple spokesperson told CNBC that Apple was working on improvements to the software that are coming in a future update.

CNBC - Jan. 17

Apple slides on disappointing iPhone data in China. Here's why we're not panicking

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CNBC - Jan. 16

Target says its holiday sales were better than expected — but its profits weren't

The big-box retailer's report indicates that deals and promotional events motivated shoppers.

CNBC - Jan. 16

Target’s holiday sales show a rebound from third-quarter doldrums

Target raised guidance for a key metric in an update on its holiday sales after achieving records for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotional events.

MarketWatch - Jan. 16

Retail sales point to a robust holiday shopping season. U.S. economy starts off 2025 with some momentum.

Retail sales rose at a solid pace in the final month of 2024, capping off a good holiday shopping season and suggesting the economy entered the new year with some momentum.

MarketWatch - Jan. 16

Masayoshi Son Bet Billions on the iPhone—3 Years Before It Existed

How SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son convinced Steve Jobs to make the deal of the century.

Wired - Jan. 16

Apple loses smartphone crown in China as Vivo and Huawei outsell iPhone

US tech giant faces competition on mainland as it struggles to introduce AI features on its flagship product

Financial Times - Jan. 16

5 Best VPN Services (2024): For Routers, PC, iPhone, Android, and More

It won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but a virtual private network can make you a less tempting target for hackers.

Wired - Jan. 14

Lululemon’s stock jumps as strong holiday sales show demand is improving

Lululemon’s stock rallies toward a 10-month high after guidance for profit, revenue and gross margin were raised.

MarketWatch - Jan. 13

Your iPhone Storage Is Full Again. Do This to Reclaim Space.

How to deal with photos and software updates that are eating up gigabytes.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 12

Nordstrom raises sales outlook after holiday season was better than feared

CEO Erik Nordstrom credited the company's "efforts to remain competitive in the promotional environment and the strength of our offering."

CNBC - Jan. 11

9 Best Mobile Game Controllers (2025): iPhone or Android

Touchscreens don’t always get the job done. Try one of these WIRED-tested controllers for your iPhone or Android instead.

Wired - Jan. 10

Costco’s holiday-season sales jump was not just about food, analyst says

Costco Wholesale Corp. on Wednesday reported a 9.9% year-over-year sales gain through the final stretch of the holiday-shopping season, marked by a big jump in online sales.

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

Ulta Beauty names new CEO, raises outlook for holiday quarter

The beauty retailer Ulta said the leadership changes take effect immediately.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Backbone One iPhone And Android Controller Is 50% Off

Backbone One Gen 2 Mobile Controller (USB-C) $50 (was ...

GameSpot - Jan. 6

Online Holiday Shopping Got an AI Boost, Says Salesforce

Online sales climbed 4 percent in the year-end buying period, as AI-powered chatbots facilitated sales and returns.

Inc. - Jan. 6

Liverpool’s holiday wobble won’t matter if their rivals can’t punish it | Jonathan Wilson

Liverpool may have got away with one in Sunday’s thrilling draw with Manchester United. But without a sustained challenge from those in chase, it may not matter. Title races are never just about ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

How the winter storm impacted travelers returning from New Year's holiday

The end of a record-breaking holiday travel stretch is being met with the first major winter storm of the year. Snow, ice and frigid temperatures wreaked havoc on roads across the Midwest over the ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

Start January Strong by Turning Post-Holiday Energy Into Small-Business Success

After a well-deserved winter break, small-business leaders often return brimming with ideas. Here’s how to focus, prioritize, and build momentum for a productive year ahead.

Inc. - Jan. 5

Best Portable Chargers (2025): iPhones, iPads, Laptops & More

Keep your phone, tablet, laptop, and other electronics running with these handheld power banks.

Wired - Jan. 4

TSA screens almost 39M travelers in 15 days over holidays

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said it screened almost 39 million passengers in about two weeks during the winter holidays, bringing the total to more than 900 million nationwide ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Apple offers rare iPhone discounts in China as foreign smartphone sales drop

Apple Inc. has kicked off the new year with iPhone discounts in China, underlining the challenges facing the tech giant in one of the world’s most populous countries.

MarketWatch - Jan. 3

Covid surges across US after holidays amid low booster uptake

Test positivity, emergency room visits, hospitalizations and deaths are increasing as expert warns: ‘It’s still dangerous’. . Covid is once again surging across the US after an unusual relative ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Apple offers holiday discount in China as Huawei competition heats up

Apple is facing heightened competition from a resurgent Huawei and other domestic brands.

CNBC - Jan. 3

‘A lesson like no other’: readers’ favourite learning holidays

From surfing to singing, mastering a new skill can add an inspiring new dimension to a holiday. Our tipsters share their most rewarding experiences. We took the train to Birkenhead then overnight ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

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