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Apple supplier Foxconn cuts working hours, workers ask why
When Chinese worker Wu Jun heard that her employer, the giant electronics assembly company Foxconn, had given employees landmark concessions her reaction was worry, not elation.
FLA Hits Apple With Foxconn Stick: Says Worker Rights Denied in Chinese Factories
An audit by the Fair Labor Association has raised serious concerns over the working conditions at the Chinese factories of Foxconn Technology Group, which manufactures Apple products.
Apple, Foxconn to revamp China work conditions
Apple Inc and its China manufacturing partner, Foxconn, agreed to improve wages and working conditions at factories accused of being sweatshops, a move that could set a new higher-cost benchmark for other Western users of Chinese labor.
Apple, Foxconn revamp China work conditions
In a landmark development for the way Western companies do business in China, Apple Inc said on Thursday it had agreed to work with partner Foxconn to tackle wage and working condition violations at the factories that produce its popular products.
Flutter App Allows Kinect-like Gestures: Will Apple Begin Courtship?
Every year, the Y Combinator Demo Day gives startup companies an opportunity to pitch their incubated startups to the Valley's biggest investors. This edition brings more than 60 companies, and at least one of them is sure to make some waves: Flutter.
Apple Tim Cook China Visit Seen as Ending Foxconn Controversy?
Apple is facing increasingly more criticism regarding poor working conditions at its supplier Foxconn's Chinese factories. In an effort to improve working conditions, Apple CEO Tim Cook visited Foxconn Technology Group's new manufacturing facility for the iPhone in Zhengzhou, China.
Apple IPhone And Android Have US Smartphone Market Locked Down: Study
The Apple iPhone and Android devices have the U.S. smartphone market locked down according to a new study released Thursday by Nielsen.
Apple Foxconn Audit Reveals 'Serious' Chinese Labor Violations
An audit of Apple products manufacturer Foxconn found serious and pressing Chinese labor law violations.
Apple, Foxconn vow wide revamp of worker conditions
In a landmark development for the way Western companies do business in China, Apple Inc said Thursday it had agreed to work with partner Foxconn to substantially improve wages and working conditions at the factories that produce its wildly popular products.
iPhone 5 Release Date:10 Features, Specs We Want from Apple On Launch Day [PHOTOS]
The next generation iPhone is rumored to launch anytime between now, the June Worldwide Developers Conference and the more likely release date of October 2012.
Apple 5-inch Retina Display iPad Mini Set For 2013 Debut? (Rumor)
Apple has been sticking to 3.5-inch screen size for its phones and 9.7-inch screen size for its tablets. But for past few months, we have been hearing rumors about bigger screen iPhone and smaller screen iPad dubbed iPad Mini. Recent reports have warmed up all these rumors.
Owning Apple Products Determines How Rich You Are?
A recent survey says that over 50% of households in the West own an Apple device and are more likely to be young. The survey also says richer users have more Apple devices.
Apple Releases iTunes 10.6.1: 4 Key Features Of The Software Update And How to Download It
Apple released a software update for its iTunes music platform, called iTunes 10.6.1. The update is mostly filled with minor fixes and repairs in order to make the iTunes experience less buggy and more enjoyable.
Apple Settles Antennagate For iPhone 4: How To Get Your Free Case Or $15 Cash Settlement for Reception Issues
Owners of Apple iPhone 4 received a legal notice on Thursday from iPhone4Settlement.com with information about their eligibility and how to obtain a $15 cash settlement or free bumper case from the Antennagate scandal after the release of the iPhone 4, when users reported reception issues caused by the antenna. But who is eligible for the settlement refund and how does one go about to obtain it?
Apple CEO Visits Foxconn's iPhone Plant in China
Apple Inc's Tim Cook, on his first trip to China as the chief executive officer, has visited an iPhone production plant run by the Foxconn Technology Group, which is being accused of improper labor practices.
Apple iPhone 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy S3: Clash Of The Smartphone Titans In The Offing
With rumors about the upcoming flagship smartphones of both Apple and Samsung spreading like wildfire, it would be interesting to see how the two super phones stack up against each other. Here's a comparison between Apple iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S3, based on the highly anticipated features of the both the devices.
New iPad Or iPad 2? Given Too Many Problems With The New, Should You Stick To The Older Version?
Tech giant Apple unveiled its third generation iPad in early March. The new iPad is definitely beautiful, with a promising and stunning new Retina display, quad-core graphics and 4G LTE capability. However, despite all these breakthrough features, has it failed to please everyone?
Apple CEO visits Foxconn's iPhone plant in China
Apple Inc's Tim Cook, on his first trip to China as the chief executive officer, has visited an iPhone production plant run by the Foxconn Technology Group, which is being accused of improper labor practices.
Apple iPhone 5 Rumors Roundup: Release Date, Concept Designs and Exciting New Features [PHOTOS]
Most people expect the iPhone 5 to be revolutionary, but since Apple keeps its lips sealed until the official unveiling, the best we can do is try to separate fact from fiction. Here, we round up everything we know -- from the release date, to the design, to its features -- and try to give you a picture of Apple's latest creation.
New iPad 3 4G Label Brings Apple Legal Trouble in Australia
The new iPad is garnering success for Apple, but the little beauty is also plaguing the company with legal woes that won't just end here. Apple has launched the new iPad in Australia with a plethora of advertisements showing off the awesome features of the one tablet to rule them all. Unfortunately, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is not pleased, not one bit.
Apple’s Cook in China: What’s The Strategy?
Apple (Nasdaq: AAPL) CEO Tim Cook’s visit to China isn’t for sightseeing. Rather, the new boss has met Vice Premier Li Keqiang, who may be the next Premier of China, as well as other officials.
New iPad '3' Battery Concerns: Apple Speaks Up
The new iPad's bigger battery has raised all sorts of concerns among iPad owners. From overheating to a fluctuating gauge; Apple's battery has once again made headlines.
Apple Offers New iPad '3' Refunds to Australia Customers Over 4G LTE Claims; Is The UK Next?
Now that Apple is allowing Australian customers to refund their iPads, other countries want to know if their customers should deserve refunds too. The UK, Sweden and Denmark are now all investigating the compatibility of the new iPad 3 with local 4G LTE networks.
Fiona Apple Tour 2012: Watch Her Sing The Beatles' 'Across The Universe' Live In New York [VIDEO]
Monday, Apple stopped by New York City's Bowery Ballroom for a 13-song set, including a cover of The Beatles' Across The Universe.
Amazon To Roll Out Three New Kindle Fire Tablets: Will It Be A Threat To Apple's iPad Market Dominance?
While the new iPad remains the market leader in the media tablet segment, there is one tablet that definitely steals the spotlight -- Amazon's Kindle Fire. Rumor has it that Amazon wants a larger piece of the tablet market, and it may launch three new tablets in 2012 in an attempt to accomplish its aim.
New iPad 3 Battery Problem: Guess What Apple Has to Say?
Apple has finally bowed to pressure from the media and has made a statement about the battery problems plaguing the new iPad device. What Apple had to say caught us off guard. We are unable to come to terms with what Apple said - whether what the company is saying is pure cover up or the truth.
HTC Developing iPod Touch Rival: Should Apple be Afraid?
Recently, HTC has caught a lot of spotlight for its HTC One X - the quad-core powered android smartphone. Now, something big, if not bigger is coming from the company. As reported by Patent Bolt, a new HTC device is making its way through patent offices. The patent images suggest that HTC might be working on its own alternative to iPod Touch.
New iPad 3 Battery Charging Issue: Apple Answers Why Tablet Lies About How Much Charge it Has
At a time when the new iPad is facing criticism over the battery charging issue, Apple has tried to explain why the device lies about how much charge it has. According to the iPad-maker, it's all meant for user's convenience only.
Apple offers refund to Australian buyers of new iPad
Apple Inc will email all buyers of its new iPad in Australia to offer them a refund, a lawyer for the company said on Wednesday, after the nation's consumer watchdog accused it of misleading advertising over one key aspect of the product.
Apple, Sony, 4 others sued by Graphics Properties
Apple Inc, Sony Corp and four other companies were sued by Graphics Properties Holdings Inc, formerly known as Silicon Graphics Inc, for allegedly infringing a patent through their sale of mobile phones and other electronic devices.


