https://www.scmp.com/rss/501718/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Apple, seeking to reverse a decline in Mac and iPad sales, is preparing several new models and upgrades for early next year, according to people familiar with the situation. The effort includes updating the iPad Air, iPad Pro and MacBook Air, according to the people, who asked not to be identified because the products have not been announced. The new iPad Air will come in two sizes for the first time, and the Pro model will get OLED screens – short for organic light-emitting diode. The MacBook... https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3244175/apple-readies-new-ipads-and-m3-macbook-air-combat-sales-slump?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3244175/apple-readies-new-ipads-and-m3-macbook-air-combat-sales-slump?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:20:13 +0000 Apple Inc announced on Tuesday a range of new computers, a paid podcasting service and devices for finding lost items, signalling the continued expansion of its once-simple product line into more and more corners of customers’ lives. The new US$30 AirTags, tiny devices that can be attached to items such as keys and wallets to locate them when they are lost, were applauded by analysts as a likely hot-seller that would also keep the company’s more than 1 billion customers locked into its... https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3130373/apple-packs-ipad-pros-faster-chips-slims-imacs-and-jumps-tracking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3130373/apple-packs-ipad-pros-faster-chips-slims-imacs-and-jumps-tracking?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Apr 2021 01:35:48 +0000 The next-generation display destined to be a highlight of Apple Inc.’s upcoming top-tier iPad Pro is facing production issues that could lead to short initial supplies of the new device, according to people familiar with the matter. The Cupertino, California-based tech giant plans to showcase a new MiniLED display technology in the 12.9-inch iPad Pro set to be announced as early as the second half of April. But the firm’s overseas suppliers are dealing with poor manufacturing yields, the people... https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3129176/supply-woes-curb-apples-ipad-pro-plans-high-end-miniled-displays?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3129176/supply-woes-curb-apples-ipad-pro-plans-high-end-miniled-displays?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:23:12 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS At the height of the coronavirus epidemic in China, factories across the country were closed, disrupting the supplies of many popular gadgets. But even as the epidemic turned into a pandemic and upended business across the globe, Apple went ahead last week and introduced a new iPad Pro, which will start to ship this week. But with many people now confined to their homes, consumers might be looking for new gadgets to help occupy their time. “It’s not a... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3076490/coronavirus-means-its-perfect-time-apples-new-ipad-pro-says-analyst?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3076490/coronavirus-means-its-perfect-time-apples-new-ipad-pro-says-analyst?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:07:02 +0000 At the height of the coronavirus epidemic in China, factories across the country were closed, disrupting the supplies of many popular gadgets. But even as the epidemic turned into a pandemic and upended business across the globe, Apple went ahead last week and introduced a new iPad Pro, which will start to ship this week. But with many people now confined to their homes, consumers might be looking for new gadgets to help occupy their time. “It’s not a very bad time for the new iPad Pro to be... https://www.scmp.com/tech/coronavirus-means-its-perfect-time-apples-new-ipad-pro-says-analyst/article/3076410?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/coronavirus-means-its-perfect-time-apples-new-ipad-pro-says-analyst/article/3076410?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:07:00 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS For many iPhone users wearing masks during the coronavirus pandemic, trying to unlock their phones has become a frustrating experience. With fingerprint sensors absent on recent models, users are forced to type in their passcodes dozens of times a day because Face ID won’t recognise them with a mask on. Or that’s what we thought. But Tencent recently said there’s a solution, even though they said it may not be safe. I even tried it out myself, but... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3075003/how-i-unlocked-my-iphone-xr-mask-following-tencent-tutorial?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3075003/how-i-unlocked-my-iphone-xr-mask-following-tencent-tutorial?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2020 21:00:18 +0000 For many iPhone users wearing masks during the coronavirus pandemic, trying to unlock their phones has become a frustrating experience. With fingerprint sensors absent on recent models, users are forced to type in their passcodes dozens of times a day because Face ID won’t recognize them with a mask on. Or that’s what we thought. But Tencent recently said there’s a solution, even though they said it may not be safe. I even tried it out myself, but getting it to work isn’t as straightforward as... https://www.scmp.com/tech/how-i-unlocked-my-iphone-xr-mask-following-tencent-tutorial/article/3074598?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/how-i-unlocked-my-iphone-xr-mask-following-tencent-tutorial/article/3074598?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2020 21:00:16 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Under normal circumstances, doing well in school involves showing up to class and handing in assignments on time. Now the coronavirus outbreak has introduced a brand new challenge to completing these simple tasks: Getting ahold of computers and printers. “Begging for my online classes to delay a little longer!” one person posted on Weibo. “My iPad hasn’t shipped yet.” “I bought an iPad a week ago to take online classes,” another wrote. “Online classes... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/culture/article/3052137/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/culture/article/3052137/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:21:44 +0000 Under normal circumstances, doing well in school involves showing up to class and handing in assignments on time. Now the coronavirus outbreak has introduced a brand new challenge to completing these simple tasks: Getting ahold of computers and printers. “Begging for my online classes to delay a little longer!” one person posted on Weibo. “My iPad hasn’t shipped yet.” “I bought an iPad a week ago to take online classes,” another wrote. “Online classes are starting tomorrow, but my iPad still... https://www.scmp.com/culture/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents-cope-coronavirus-epidemic/article/3052106?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/cheap-ipads-and-printers-installment-homebound-students-and-parents-cope-coronavirus-epidemic/article/3052106?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:21:43 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Veteran analyst Ming-Chi Kuo projects that Chinese company BYD will assemble significantly more iPad and iPod Touch devices in 2020.  While BYD may be known as an electric carmaker, the Warren Buffett-backed company is also expected to assemble 10-20% of iPads, if not more, possibly starting this year. Kuo of TF International Securities also expects BYD to become the sole assembler of the iPod Touch this year, replacing Taiwanese company Quanta.  While... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3044544/more-apple-devices-will-be-assembled-chinese-company-byd?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/news-bites/article/3044544/more-apple-devices-will-be-assembled-chinese-company-byd?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jan 2020 10:13:31 +0000 Veteran analyst Ming-Chi Kuo projects that Chinese company BYD will assemble significantly more iPad and iPod Touch devices in 2020.  While BYD may be known as an electric carmaker, the Warren Buffett-backed company is also expected to assemble 10-20% of iPads, if not more, possibly starting this year. Kuo of TF International Securities also expects BYD to become the sole assembler of the iPod Touch this year, replacing Taiwanese company Quanta.  While the iPod Touch isn’t as big as it used to... https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/more-apple-devices-will-be-assembled-chinese-company-byd-according-report/article/3044516?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/china-tech-city/more-apple-devices-will-be-assembled-chinese-company-byd-according-report/article/3044516?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jan 2020 10:13:30 +0000 Apple Inc. avoided 15% tariffs on its most important products, the iPhone, iPad and MacBooks, after US President Donald Trump signed off on a trade deal with China. The new import duties were due to kick in Dec. 15 and could have added about $150 to the price of iPhones during the crucial holiday shopping season, according to Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives. “Trump delivered an early Christmas present to Apple,” Ives wrote in a note to investors following news of the trade deal. “If this... https://www.scmp.com/tech/apple-avoids-15-tariff-iphones-ipads-and-macbooks/article/3042009?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/apple-avoids-15-tariff-iphones-ipads-and-macbooks/article/3042009?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Dec 2019 10:04:17 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS At first glance, it’s hard to tell why this picture is attracting so much attention on Weibo. It shows a man opening his bag at an airport security line, while an officer holds an iPad. It’s a normal sight, until you recognise the man who the Apple device seemingly belongs to: Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei. Huawei declined to comment, so we don't know for sure whether the device belonged to their CEO. But it wouldn’t be a surprise: Ren has previously admitted... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3034296/apple-fan-and-huawei-ceo-ren-zhengfei-pictured-ipad?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/tech/article/3034296/apple-fan-and-huawei-ceo-ren-zhengfei-pictured-ipad?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Oct 2019 06:12:41 +0000 At first glance, it’s hard to tell why this picture is attracting so much attention on Weibo. It shows a man opening his bag at an airport security line, while an officer holds an iPad. It’s a normal sight, until you recognise the man who the Apple device seemingly belongs to: Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei. Huawei declined to comment, so we don't know for sure whether the device belonged to their CEO. But it wouldn’t be a surprise: Ren has previously admitted his love for Apple. And Huawei’s CFO,... https://www.scmp.com/tech/apple-fan-and-huawei-ceo-ren-zhengfei-pictured-ipad/article/3034192?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/apple-fan-and-huawei-ceo-ren-zhengfei-pictured-ipad/article/3034192?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:49:34 +0000 This article originally appeared on ABACUS Sales of iPhones might be declining in China, but Apple’s September launch event still enjoys nationwide attention. Apple’s new products dominated discussions on Chinese social media Wednesday morning, hours after Apple’s latest keynote event. Eight of the top 20 hot searches on Weibo were about the new products, as were four of the top five trending questions on Q&A site Zhihu. Zhihu, where people in China go to ask questions and get... https://www.scmp.com/abacus/culture/article/3026829/apples-huawei-comparison-trends-chinese-social-media?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/abacus/culture/article/3026829/apples-huawei-comparison-trends-chinese-social-media?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Sep 2019 01:28:40 +0000 Sales of iPhones might be declining in China, but Apple’s September launch event still enjoys nationwide attention. Apple’s new products dominated discussions on Chinese social media Wednesday morning, hours after Apple’s latest keynote event. Eight of the top 20 hot searches on Weibo were about the new products, as were four of the top five trending questions on Q&A site Zhihu.   Eventually, questions about the iPhone 11 Pro and the latest iPad were overtaken by other topics, but discussions... https://www.scmp.com/big-guns/apples-huawei-comparison-trends-chinese-social-media/article/3026638?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/big-guns/apples-huawei-comparison-trends-chinese-social-media/article/3026638?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Sep 2019 10:18:29 +0000