A factory-sealed, 4GB original iPhone from 2007 has sold at auction for US$190,373, breaking the record for any iPhone auction sale, according to LCG Auctions, the Louisiana-based auction house who held the sale.
Apple unveiled iOS 16 today, bringing a wealth of new features including the ability to edit messages you already sent in the Messages app, the ability to customize the way your lock screen looks, new automations for sharing pictures in Photo Libraries with friends and a whole lot more.
Some Apple iPhones are currently facing a bug resulting in the deactivation of FaceTime and iMessage on the device.
Researchers from the Technical University (TU) of Darmstadt's Secure Mobile Networking Lab examined the low-power mode (LPM) implementation on iPhones and discovered that it could allow attackers to operate malware even on switched-off iPhones.
Apple has published a nice new video, explaining how you can set up your new iPhone by transferring your data from your previous one, and how you can prepare your previous iPhone for Apple Trade-In.
NXP Semiconductors now offers beta Ultra-Wideband (UWB) development tools from its NXP Trimension portfolio that interoperate with the U1 chip in supported Apple products. The beta development tools will allow developers to kick-start the design of innovative applications that interact with UWB enabled Apple products including iPhone and Apple Watch, unleashing the ability to create more precise, directionally aware app experiences.
Apple is expanding its Independent Repair Provider Program, enabling businesses of all sizes to offer repairs on iPhone using genuine Apple parts, which ensures safety and quality.
Apple has increased the cellular download limit of iOS for iPhones and iPads from 150 MB to 200 MB. The maximum has been 150 MB since September 2017, but now the company is upping the limit to give users more flexibility, meaning they can now download big apps, games, and even video podcasts over a cellular connection.
As BlackBerry celebrates its 35th birthday today, touting "35 years of innovation", BlackBerry CEO John Chen said the new foldable phones from Samsung, Huawei and others are just not innovative or particularly useful.
Apple issued its first revenue guidance revision in over a decade in part due to soft iPhone sales. Apple placed most of the blame on weakness in the great China area, which was compounded by the country's trade war with the United States.
Qualcomm has won a preliminary order from a Chinese court banning imports and sales of several Apple iPhones in the region.
Apple has officially announced their 'Gather Round' event will take place on September 12. The company's annual September event serves as the introduction to new iPhone models and upgraded gadgets before hitting the shelves.
The next version of Google's mobile operating system, Android P, is expected to support newer phone designs, such as the notch used that's already used in Apple's iPhone X, Bloomberg reports, citing sources close to the situation.
Creative Media Works has announced the latest update to BBM for iPhone, which brings the ability to send images or videos without compression, voice notes & large messages support in groups, new image and video viewer in groups and iPhone X support.
EE today announced it will offer HomePod, Apple's wireless speaker for the home that delivers an incredible music listening experience on Friday 9 February. Customers are able to order HomePod from today with delivery starting on Friday 9 February.
With over a billion users, WhatsApp is the biggest messaging service on the planet and way back in 2016, the company announced that it would cease support for a number of operating systems by the end of 2016.
Apple has confirmed the suspicions of many iPhone owners by revealing it does deliberately slow down some models of the iPhone as they age.
Apple today officially unveiled the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, featuring a new glass and aluminum design in three colors made out of the most durable glass ever in a smartphone, Retina HD displays and A11 Bionic chip.
Deutsche Bank AG is the latest company to replace the BlackBerry devices that were issued to its staff with Apple iPhones. A Deutsche Bank spokesman confirmed that the lender is phasing out the devices, without commenting further.
Apple has today sent out invites for its annual iPhone event, which is taking place on September 12 at its new Cupertino HQ, at the Steve Jobs Theater.
Within the next few months Apple’s much anticipated iPhone 8 will hit the UK market. With iOS11 due to debut around the same time as the new iPhone launches, the timing of the new technologies and much rumoured features.
The latest smartphone OS sales data from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech shows that iOS achieved continued growth across most regions tracked, except for Japan, Spain, and Urban China.
Google has continued the expansion of Android Pay, as the company launched its mobile payments system in Belgium. Users will be able to pay at over 85,000 retail locations with Android Pay, including Carrefour, McDonald's, Media Markt, H&M, and more.
Nokia’s campaign announcing the relaunch of its classic 3310 mobile has had a significant impact on consumer engagement with the brand - 50% of consumers say they have read or heard about Nokia in the past week.
BlackBerry have released an update to BBM for iOS, bringing the ability for Channel Owners to designate a human or bot channel representative to provide real time responses, spam reporting and more.
Apple is investigating a video showing a smoking iPhone 7 Plus which Brianna Olivas posted to Twitter, a video of smoke billowing from her iPhone 7 Plus
Gartner recently published its Q4 smartphone ranking global sales of smartphones to end users, totalling 432 million units in the fourth quarter of 2016, a 7 percent increase over the fourth quarter of 2015.
A week ago, BlackBerry released an update to BBM for Android, bringing support for video posts in BBM Channels, and more. The company has now released the equivalent upgrade for iOS users.
A week ago, BlackBerry released an update to BBM for Android, bringing support for video posts in BBM Channels, and more. The company has now released the equivalent upgrade for iOS users.
OnePlus has partnered with O2 in the UK to get the OnePlus 3 onto the UK high street. This makes O2 the first UK network to offer OnePlus devices directly.
John Chen, Executive Chairman & CEO of BlackBerry, said at the Empire Club Monday that he is two-thirds of the way through his company turnaround.
Apple has released the first iOS 10.1 public beta. Members of Apple's Beta Software Program can download the previews now and register devices.
Apple has announced that initial quantities of the iPhone 7 Plus have sold out globally as the company prepares to roll out its new smartphones Friday.
Today is the day that Apple’s iOS 10 upgrade becomes officially available to the general public and amidst the general excitement from iOS users, BlackBerry has announced that their essential software is ready day one.
Apple today introduced iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus featuring new advanced camera systems that take pictures like never before, more power and performance with the best battery life ever in an iPhone.
Today, Apple and Nike introduced Apple Watch Nike+, the latest result of a long-standing partnership. Apple Watch Nike+ is the ultimate tool for anyone who runs.
BlackBerry have released an update to BBM for iOS, which brings Navigation enhancements to services in the Discovery screen and BBM in-app browser and more.
Apple has released iOS 9.3.5, another important update for its iOS 9 os, addressing serious security holes apparently exploited by an Israeli hacking firm. Apple has characterized the latest build as an "important security update".
According to the latest Gartner report, sales of Windows Phone and BlackBerry device shipments over the past year have continued to crumble.
Apple has released the third iOS 10 public beta. Members of Apple's Beta Software Program can download the previews now on registered devices, or simply update on the phone from public beta 2.
Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2016 third quarter ended June 25, 2016. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $42.4 billion and quarterly net income of $7.8 billion, or $1.42 per diluted share.
Earlier today, we reported how BlackBerry had expanded BBM Video to Asia Pacific. However, they didn't stop there and also announced that the next major version of BBM, currently slated for later this summer.
Apple today previewed iOS 10, featuring a huge update to Messages that delivers more expressive and animated ways to message friends and family.
Hyundai is adding smartphone integrations to several existing models today, via do-it-yourself installation. The software update compatible with CarPlay and Android Auto is now available at no cost through MyHyundai.com.
John Chen sat down with the Washington Post and discussed everything from the influence of his Catholic high school, why almost no job is beneath a person, to how he plans to rescue BlackBerry.
Apple CEO Tim Cook appeared on CNBC's Mad Money yesterday and talked with host Jim Cramer at-length about a variety of topics ranging from China, India, the company's Q2 earnings and more.
A few days ago, BlackBerry released an update to BBM for Android, which brought BBM Video Beta to users in Canada and the United States. The company have now released the equivalent upgrade for iOS users.
Apple today announced that it will hold its 27th annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 13 through 17 in San Francisco.
Reddit has released their long-awaited apps for both Android and iOS devices. The new Reddit app will serve as the official means for accessing Reddit on mobile and will replace Alien Blue.
Atom Bank, the UK’s first bank designed for digital and optimised for mobile, has announced its regulatory restriction has been lifted, and as of today opens its virtual doors.
Oppo has released the Oppo F1 Plus smartphone in UK for £299, in India for INR 26990 and in Europe for €389. The company has also stated that they don’t have any current plans to sell it in the United States.
When Apple refused to unlock an iPhone for the FBI, it generated a huge amount of free positive advertising about how secure their devices were. However, the tech giant has now been left with egg on it's face.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has officially ended legal action against Apple in the month-long encryption feud between the the tech giant and the FBI.
Apple has today rolled out iOS 9.3, packing in a load of new features for iPhone and iPad users, including Night Shift for reduced eye strain, a Touch ID-secured version of Notes, additional 3D Touch Quick Actions and more.
Earlier in the week, WhatsApp announced it was dropping support for Android 2.1/2.2, Windows Phone 7.1, Nokia S40, Symbian S60 and BlackBerry OS platforms by the end of this year.
WhatsApp has announced that it is to cease support for a number of operating systems by the end of 2016, ending support for BlackBerry legacy OS, BlackBerry 10, Nokia S40, and Nokia Symbian S60 by the end 2016.
Samsung have officially unveiled the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge. The S7 and S7 edge are similar in many respects, except the former has a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED Quad HD screen and the latter a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED Quad HD screen  both offering 2560×1440 resolution.
The U.S. Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command will complete phasing out BlackBerry devices for thousands of Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) users by the end of April.
Apple has rolled out an updated version of iOS 9.2.1, which includes a fix for users affected by “Error 53", a software issue that bricked iPhones that had had their home buttons replaced by third parties.
Microsoft has announced that the company has started rolling out group video calling on iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets in Western Europe and North America.
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The latest software update for iPhone 6 handsets is allegedly rendering the devices useless if it detects that a repair to the phone has been carried out by a non-Apple technician.
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, smartphone vendors shipped a total of 399.5 million units during the fourth quarter of 2015
BlackBerry today released the thirteenth Good Mobility Index Report showing that organizations are increasingly building custom secure apps.
Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2015 fourth quarter ended September 26, 2015.
BlackBerry today announced that EMS is now offering BES12 Cloud in addition to BES12 on-premise in India.
WhatsApp for iOS has received an update today, adding support for 3D Touch. While it doesn't support quick actions on the app icon like many other apps do.
BlackBerry recently released updates to BBM for Android, BBM for BlackBerry and BBM for iOS which brought Paypal payments via BBM to Canada. This confused many beta users as betas had already implemented Paypal not only to the UK but to the UA, France, Germany, Italy, South Africa and Spain.
BlackBerry has released an update to BBM for iPhone, bringing support for iOS 9 and Apple Watch.
Apple today announced that Apple Music, iTunes Movies and iBooks are now available to customers in China.
Google today unveiled the Nexus 6P, dropping the size a little but bringing a gorgeous aluminum body.
Apple has scheduled its Q4 2015 earnings call for Tuesday, October 27. The call is set to take place 2 PM PT/5 PM ET, and audio from the call will be streamed on Apple's website.
Apple has released watchOS 2, the latest version of Apple's operating system for the Apple Watch. The update was originally scheduled to be launched along with iOS 9...
Apple today announced iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus will be available at 8:00 a.m. local time on Friday, September 25 at Apple’s retail stores.
Apple has released their iOS 9 operating system update today. Unveiled at Apple's World Wide Developers Conference in June...
BlackBerry have recently beta to both BBM for Android and BBM for BlackBerry, which implemented Paypal support for more countries and a new upcoming sticker club subcription.
In an interview with Business Weekly, Bango has revealed that the company's end-user spend in mobile payment technology has increased 72 per cent to £18.45 million in the first half of 2015.
Skype have released an update to Skype for BlackBerry 10 today which refreshes the UI, bringing a material design look.
Apple are making it even easier for you to get a new iPhone every year, with its new iPhone Upgrade Program.
Apple today announced the all-new Apple TV, bringing a revolutionary experience to the living room based on apps built for the television.
Google has announced that Google Street View is now available as a standalone app on Android and iOS. The app that is being updated to version 2.0 comes with some handy features.
Skype have announced that Skype 6.0 for Android is rolling out today and Skype 6.0 for iPhone and iPad is available now!
Google has announced that Android Wear now officially works with iPhones and is rolling out today.
The Android Wear app connects your iPhone to your Android Wear watch.
Apple has sent out invitations for this year's iPhone event. The tag line reads "Hey Siri, give us a hint!". It is of course expected that hint will include the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, and possibly the new Apple TV.
According to the latest report by research firm Gartner, approximately 330 million smartphones were sold worldwide in Q2 2015, an increase over 13.5 per cent from the 290 million sold a year ago.
The U.S Patent Office has overturned an Apple design patent that a jury said Samsung infringed on leading to a huge monetary award.
American Express today announced that it is the first major Corporate Card portfolio activated for Apple Pay, allowing Card Members to pay on the go with compatible Apple devices.
Fitbit saw its revenue beat expectations and more than triple to $400m (£256m) in the second quarter of the year. Margins fell, however, due to higher spending on new products.
Samsung and Mastercard have announced that they will be extending their partnership to bring Samsung Pay to Europe.
Microsoft has released a new app 'Send' through the Microsoft Garage that is built specifically for those brief, snappy communications.
According to the latest research from Strategy Analytics, global smartwatch shipments grew an impressive 457 percent annually to hit a record 5 million units in the second quarter of 2015.
Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2015 third quarter ended June 27, 2015. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $49.6 billion and quarterly net profit of $10.7 billion, or $1.85 per diluted share.
HSBC customers will be unable to use the new Apple Pay system as it launches Tuesday in the UK. HSBC had been expected to be amongst the first to offer the system, which allows some iPhone users and to pay by touching their phone or watch on contact pads.
Apple Pay has officially launched in the UK. Apple Pay will allow iPhone users to "tap-and-pay" with their smartphones and Apple Watch for the first time, marking the first time the software will be available outside the US.
Former BlackBerry co-CeO Jim Balsillie said Tuesday that Apple's introduction of the iPhone and BlackBerry's rushed attempt to match it was devastating for the company.
Apple today announced Apple Watch will be available in Italy, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland and Taiwan beginning Friday, June 26 from the Apple Online Store, Apple’s retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers.
In the UAE, VOIP services as well as VoIP-based offers from global providers like BBM, WhatsApp, Skype, Viber, etc. remained restricted as the country’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has granted that prerogative solely to only providers.
Securities firm RBC Capital Markets has cut in half its estimate of the number of BlackBerry Passport and BlackBerry Classic handsets which the company had managed to sell in the previous quarter.
In an interview with Business Insider, BlackBerry CEO John Chen says he'll make BlackBerry's smartphone business profitable again.
Mercedes Benz will join BMW and Volkswagen as it launches its own application for the Apple Watch. The application will help Mercedes Benz owners to find walking directions to and from their car.
Barack Obama’s press team have been tweeting away at @BarackObama for years. Today, with a tweet from the Oval Office, President Obama launched @POTUS, the official Twitter account of the President of the United States.
Everyday, millions of professionals and enthusiasts use feedly to read the blogs, magazines and publications that matter to them. One of the best RSS readers, Feedly, now brings the top headlines to your wrist with Apple Watch support.
Smartphone shipments to China, have contracted for the first time in six years, according to market research firm IDC.
Last week, BlackBerry released an update to BBM for BlackBerry 10 and Android that brought a much needed improvement in broadcast messaging, allowing users to send broadcast messages to specific categories.
MicroStrategy today announced that MicroStrategy Usher is now available for Apple Watch. Enterprises deploying Usher will now be able to use Apple Watch as a secure digital key, enabling wearers to log into enterprise business systems, unlock devices, validate personal identity, and open physical entryways with a simple gesture or tap.
Apple will announce Q2 FY15 earnings on April 27, 2015. Apple will provide live audio streaming of its FY 15 Second Quarter Results Conference Call using Apple’s industry-leading QuickTime multimedia software.
You have probably heard of the iTunescard, also called the iTunes voucher. With these vouchers you can buy your favorite music and movies in the iTunes Store. But did you know that you can also use the iTunes vouchers in the App Store and iBooks Store?
Apple has now opened up pre-orders for the Apple Watch, letting customers purchase their device in advance via the Apple Store website and the Store app for iPhone and iPad.
Apple has annnounced that Apple Watch will be available for preview and pre-order on Friday, April 10. Customers in Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, the UK and the US can try on and experience Apple Watch.
Apple has released a public beta for iOS 8.3 OS. This is the first time Apple is inviting non-developers to test a forthcoming iPhone software release.
Samsung today announced the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. Creating a new standard for design, craftsmanship and performance, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge seamlessly blend premium materials with the most advanced Samsung technology to offer consumers an unmatched mobile experience.
Swedish telecoms firm Ericsson has filed two complaints with the International Trade Commission (ITC) and seven complaints in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas against Apple.
Apple this morning sent out invitations for a “spring forward†event scheduled for March 9th in San Francisco. The invitation is presumed to be the official unveiling of the Apple Watch.
Mobile Payment Services provider iZettle has announced the iZettle Card Reader Lite, the world’s first free-of-charge Chip & PIN reader.
Apple has added  two factor authentication for iMessage and FaceTime. Previously, users that had two-factor enabled could log in to iMessage or FaceTime without requiring the time sensitive codes that should be required.
In a surprise move, Apple has released the first beta of iOS 8.3 before it’s even officially released the final version of iOS 8.2. The new beta offers Wireless CarPlay support.
Flipboard has announced that it is adding Topics support for UK and Indian users of the application. Originally introduced in October, 2014, Flipboard Topics allow users to easily follow news and views from hundreds of sources that are available on the application.
A new report by market research company Strategy Analytics, has revealed that 2014 shipments of Android smartphones exceeded one billion units.
PetPace, a revolutionary health and well-being smart collar used to monitor and relay pets’ vitals to owners and veterinarians, has added the next level of convenience to their product with the release of their new iPhone app.
Google has updated Chrome for iPhone with a number of new features, takes the latest version to 40.0.2214.61. The app is getting new Material Design UI and support for handoff.
