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Apple Will Begin Production Of Its Next iPhone In The Second Quarter
According to a from The Wall Street Journal, Apple will begin production of its next iPhone that is similar in size and shape to the current model during the second quarter, setting the stage for a possible launch this summer.
Leave a commentApple Bought Indoor Location Firm WifiSLAM For $20 Mllion
As The Wall Street Journal , Apple has acquired indoor location positioning company WifiSLAM for around $20 million. Apple has confirmed the acquisition deal, but declined to share any details on its plans for the company. The report said:
In 2012 Samsung Outpaced Apple In Advertising Spending
The Wall Street Journal a new report outlining Samsung’s aggressive advertising in 2012 based on the latest data from research company Kantar Media. The report notes that Samsung significantly increased its phone ad spending from $78M in 2011 to $401M in 2012, 20 percent higher than $333M spend by Apple.
Samsung takes 3% stake in Sharp screen production
The Wall Street Journal reports that Samsung has paid $112 million for a 3% stakes of Sharp's LCD screens, which is a key supplier of LCD screens for Samsung and Apple.
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FTC Recommends Mobile Platforms And App Devs Improve Privacy Disclosures
The Federal Trade Commission today a report, where it recommends how key players in the mobile ecosystem can better inform their consumers about how their personal data is being used. In its report, the FTC named several companies, including Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Google and BlackBerry as well as advertising networks, app developers, app developer trade associations and analytics companies.
Microsoft Acquired Startup R2 Studios To Enhance Its Xbox Unit
In December, we reported that Apple, Microsoft and Google were potential buyers of home automation startup company . Today The Wall Street Journal that Microsoft has already acquired the company to strengthen its Xbox unit.
Intel To Launch Set Top Box And Cable TV Service At CES 2013
TechCrunch that Intel is going to launch its own set-top box and virtual cable TV service in the immediate future. To avoid licensing issues, Intel has decided to launch the TV service on a city-by-city basis rather than rolling it out nationwide. The report notes:
Apple is in talks about acquiring a home automation system from R2 Studios
According to information from the Wall Street Journal, Apple, Microsoft and Google are potential buyers of home automation system firm R2 Studios, part of the id8 group, founded by Blake Krikorian. He was the founder of Sling Media, maker of the SlingBox, which was subsequently sold to EchoStar/Dish Network.
Google Is Developing Smartphone To Compete With Samsung And Apple
According to a from The Wall Street Journal, Google is developing its own phone via its recently acquired Motorola Mobility unit. The smartphone, which the company plans to release next year, will compete more strongly with Samsung’s Galaxy line and iPhone, than Motorola’s current line of smartphones.
Apple In Discussions With Foursquare For Data-Sharing Deal
According to the from The Wall Street Journal, Apple is in preliminary discussions with Foursquare, company behind popular location-based app, for a data-sharing deal. The report notes that Apple SVP Eddy Cue is participating in negotiations with a view to improve the app that has failed to meet Apple’s expectations. WSJ said:
Google And Apple Teamed Up On $500 Million Offer For Kodak Patents
According to Bloomberg , Google and Apple have teamed up to place a bid of over $500 million to buy the imaging patent portfolio of bankrupt Eastman Kodak. The report said:
iPhone 5 To Arrive In China In Early December
The Wall Street Journal, China Telecom will begin offering the new Apple’s iPhone late this month or early December, thus increasing the potential for a blockbuster fourth quarter for Apple. WSJ said:
Foxconn CEO Said They Are Falling Short Of iPhone 5 Demand
According to Reuter’s , Foxconn CEO Terry Gou acknowledged that they are struggling to keep up with an enormous demand for the iPhone 5. He said:
"It's not easy to make the iPhones. We are falling short of meeting the huge demand”.
Apple’s Suppliers Received Over 10 Million iPad mini Orders For 4Q
Earlier this month The Wall Street Journal that Apple started production of the iPad mini and its launch is expected within weeks. Today WSJ published a new saying that Apple’s component suppliers has received orders to produce over 10 million devices for the fourth quarter. The report said:
Launch Of Apple’s Streaming Radio Service Delayed Over Licensing Negotiations
This month The Wall Street Journal about Apple's plans to create its own streaming radio service to compete with Pandora. Reportedly Apple was in negotiations with record labels, but the company was months away from releasing the service.
The New York Post today that that licensing negotiations between music publisher Sony/ATV and Apple hit a snag over the licensing fee Apple would have to pay for each song streamed through the service. The report said: