By Suzanne Choney
A new analyst's report says that Apple is indeed getting a version of the iPhone ready that would run on Verizon Wireless' network.
Reports last June and March indicated the popular phone is on its way to Verizon in the year ahead. Since it first went on sale in 2007, the iPhone has been carried exclusively by AT&T in the United States, but that exclusivity agreement is expected to end.
AppleInsider says that Wednesday, Susquehanna Financial Group analyst Jeffrey Fidacaro "said in a note to investors ... that checks with overseas suppliers indicated Apple is prepared to build 3 million CDMA iPhones in December, keeping the device on track for an early 2011 launch" with Verizon, which uses CDMA technology for its network, as does Sprint. AT&T and T-Mobile use the more widespread GSM technology.
Apple, Verizon and AT&T are generally keeping tight-lipped about the iPhone, although AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson Tuesday played down concerns about losing iPhone subscribers to another carrier (primarily Verizon, AT&T's main competitor).
At a Goldman Sachs conference, Stephenson said about 80 percent of iPhone users are either in family plans or using the device through their companies, making it difficult for them to get out of their contracts.
Still, two new studies — one from Credit Suisse and another from Deloitte professional services firm — replicate other findings that cell phone users would be quite happy to see — and buy — the iPhone if it were on Verizon's network. AT&T has been working feverishly to upgrade its network to deal with data demands from smart phone customers, and in particular, those using the iPhone.
Reuters said Wednesday results of a study done by Deloitte found that close to half of iPhone users in the U.S. would be "very interested" in moving from AT&T to Verizon.
"If another carrier were to pick up the iPhone, you would probably see a number of defections," Ed Moran, director of insights and product innovation at Deloitte, told Reuters.
The Credit Suisse survey said that 63 percent of existing iPhone owners would stay with AT&T no matter what, according to SlashGear, but 28 percent would defect (23 percent to Verizon, 3 percent to Sprint, 2 percent to T-Mobile).
Earlier this month, Piper Jaffray found that for prospective buyers, not having the iPhone on Verizon's network is three times more of an issue than the iPhone 4's antenna problem when it comes to holding back buyers. (The phone's antenna wraps around the exterior of the phone, leading to reduced signal strength for some users, a problem remedied by the use of a rubber bumper).
And yet another firm, ChangeWave Research, said mid-summer in its survey of iPhone 4 owners that the phone's "biggest Achilles' heel ... remains AT&T," with 27 percent of owners saying they don't like having to use the carrier in order to have the iPhone, and 24 percent saying they dislike the coverage, speed and quality of AT&T's network.
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Thursday, 7 October 2010
Friday, 24 September 2010
Monday, 20 September 2010
Virgin Galactic - the greatest adventure of all
Virgin Galactic is on track to become the world's first commercial spaceline. If you have ever dreamt of joining the incredible group of pioneering astronauts your opportunity has arrived.
In Virgin Galactic’s new video you can get a taste of what travelling to space will be like. You can also hear my thoughts on our progress as well as the views of future astronauts.
Read more on this subject at: Richard Branson's Blog.
You will find also some interesting videos.
In Virgin Galactic’s new video you can get a taste of what travelling to space will be like. You can also hear my thoughts on our progress as well as the views of future astronauts.
Read more on this subject at: Richard Branson's Blog.
You will find also some interesting videos.
Sunday, 19 September 2010
Apple is Fastest Growing Brand, Report Says
Nick Spence, Macworld-U.K.
Sep 19, 2010 7:50 pm
Apple's brand value is the fastest growing worldwide, according to Interbrand's 'Best Global Brands' 2010 brand ranking.
Apple's brand value gained 37 percent, beating Google with a 36 percent rise, followed by BlackBerry with a 32 percent rise, J.P. Morgan with 29 percent, Allianz with a 28 percent rise, and Visa with a 26 percent rise.(See also Negative Tech Ads: A Short History in Video.")
Despite the impressive growth, and a $21,143 million value, Apple finished in the number 17 slot overall, well behind Coca Cola in top spot, followed by IBM, Microsoft, Google, GE, McDonald's, Intel, Nokia, Disney, and HP. (See also "The Golden Age of IBM Advertising.")
"Apple had another great year," noted Interbrand. "It continues to control its messages very carefully, which creates enormous buzz and anticipation."
"Advertising campaigns and interactive websites remain distinct and consistent, keeping the role of brand exceptionally high. If the brand has one fault, it's the failure to provide perfectly functioning new products."
"This year, iPhone 4's reception glitches warranted a public apology from Steve Jobs -- and left the door wide open for public criticism. Apple could also improve its corporate citizenship profile, which remains neutral. While it partners with the PRODUCT (RED) Global Fund, this remains relatively unknown."
According to the company, Interbrand's method looks at the ongoing investment and management of the brand as a business asset. The final value can then be used to guide brand management, so businesses can make better, more informed decisions, insists the company.
"There are three key aspects that contribute to the assessment: the financial performance of the branded products or services, the role of brand in the purchase decision process and the strength of the brand," Interbrand adds.
Interbrand's Top Ten Brands in 2010 1. Coca-Cola ($70.4 million); 2. IBM ($64.7 million); 3. Microsoft ($60.8 million); 4. Google ($43.5 million); 5. GE ($42.8 million); 6. McDonald's ($33.5 million); 7. Intel ($32 million); 8. Nokia ($29.4 million); 9. Disney ($28.7 million); 10. Hewlett-Packard ($26.8 million).
This news was originally published at PCWorld.comFriday, 10 September 2010
Apple How News
Apple Introduces New iPod touch
September 1, 2010
Apple today announced the new iPod touch, packed with incredible new features including Apple’s stunning Retina display, FaceTime video calling, HD video recording, Apple’s A4 chip, 3-axis gyro, iOS 4.1, and Game Center — all combined in the thinnest and lightest iPod touch ever. The new iPod touch features up to 40 hours of music playback and seven hours of video playback on a single battery charge. Filed under: iPod+iTunes. Read more: apple.com/ipodtouch
Apple Reinvents iPod nano with Multi-Touch
September 1, 2010
iPod nano has been completely redesigned with Multi-Touch, which lets you navigate your music collection by simply tapping or swiping a finger on the display. Nearly half the size and weight of the previous generation, the new iPod nano features a polished aluminum and glass enclosure with a built-in clip, making it instantly wearable. Filed under: iPod+iTunes. Read more: apple.com/ipodnano
Apple Unveils New iPod shuffle
September 1, 2010
The redesigned iPod shuffle features both clickable buttons and Apple’s innovative VoiceOver technology, enabling you to easily navigate your music and playlists without ever looking at your iPod shuffle. The wearable iPod shuffle has an all-aluminum enclosure with a built-in clip and comes in five brilliant colors — silver, blue, green, orange, and pink. Filed under: iPod+iTunes. Read more: apple.com/ipodshuffle
Apple Introduces iTunes 10 with Ping
September 1, 2010
iTunes 10 features Ping, a new social network for music that lets you follow your favorite artists and friends to discover what music they’re talking about, listening to, and downloading. With Ping you can post your thoughts and opinions, your favorite albums and songs, and the music you’ve downloaded from iTunes — plus view concert listings and tell your friends which concerts you plan to attend. Filed under: iPod+iTunes. Read more: apple.com/itunes
Apple Premieres New Apple TV
September 1, 2010
The new Apple TV offers the simplest way to watch your favorite HD movies and TV shows on your HD TV for the breakthrough price of just $99. With Apple TV, you can choose from the largest online selection of HD movies to rent, including first-run movies for just $4.99, and the largest online selection of HD TV show episodes to rent — from ABC, ABC Family, Fox, Disney Channel, and BBC America — for just 99 cents. Filed under: iPod+iTunes. Read more: apple.com/appletv
This News was originally published by http://www.apple.com/hotnews/
Monday, 6 September 2010
Ipad 3g Tester – Disclosures
August 29, 2010 at 04:11 AM by tammirbrown
You can apply to be a beta tester for the iPad. After you recieve the iPad you can test it write a review and then claim it for free 
The news was originally published by http://yovia.com/blogs/tammirbrown/
Thursday, 5 August 2010
German group Siemens intends to leave the business of manufacturing personal computers. To this end, the holding company parent company Siemens will sell its share in the joint with a Japanese company Fujitsu enterprise (source newspaper The Wall Street Journal in banking circles praised the joint computer business corporations and Fujitsu Siemens at $ 3.12 - $ 4.65 billion).
Under the terms of a prisoner 9 years ago the contract, Fujitsu has a preferential right to purchase shares of Fujitsu Siemens Computers (FSC). However, so far unknown whether this right will seize the Japanese corporation. Moreover, in various media from time to time pops up information on what to buy shares of Siemens might be interested company Lenovo - the largest manufacturer of computers in China and the fourth largest in the world. According to the President Fujitsu Kuniaki Nodzoe, production of mobile phones his company is now considering a more profitable business. Using phones in the short term, Fujitsu can achieve in overseas markets better than engaging in production and sales of personal computers. Officials from Siemens while refusing to comment on «divorce» with Fujitsu. In turn, in the Tokyo office of Fujitsu journalists respond that news is not unfounded.
According to Press Secretary Masahiro Yamane Fujitsu, Fujitsu and Siemens are negotiating to change the terms of the contract (which expires next year), but no final decision has not yet been made. I recall that, in addition to personal computers, Fujitsu Siemens Computers makes servers and meynfreymy. According to analysts, the value of FSC may be about 2.6 billion euros. By the way, the plant Fujitsu Siemens Computers is the only manufacturer of notebooks in Europe and one of the few outside Southeast Asia. In 2007, sales of computer equipment under the brand name Fujitsu Siemens Computers accounted for 6.6 billion euros. Nevertheless, the company is in a fierce competition under the onslaught of such giants as HP and Dell. According to research company Gartner, Fujitsu Siemens holds 5.5% of the world market of servers, and according to DisplaySearch - 5,2% in the notebook market. It seems that the German group is now actively disposes of all its IT-industry. A week ago the company Siemens announced sale of its business to produce wireless phones, receivers and other devices Siemens Home and Office Communication Devices - 80,2% of its shares were acquired by the German investment company Arques Industries AG.
In an official message then was told that this step was taken in the Siemens strategy to focus on three areas of work - the production of equipment for such industries as energy, heavy industry and medicine. It should remember that a few years ago, Siemens actually went out of business for the production of mobile phones sold its Taiwan company BenQ. A recent high-profile trials have highlighted the corrupt underpinnings of IT-business Siemens, clearly accelerated the process of restructuring of the group.
The news was originally published at http://it-sector.blogspot.com
Under the terms of a prisoner 9 years ago the contract, Fujitsu has a preferential right to purchase shares of Fujitsu Siemens Computers (FSC). However, so far unknown whether this right will seize the Japanese corporation. Moreover, in various media from time to time pops up information on what to buy shares of Siemens might be interested company Lenovo - the largest manufacturer of computers in China and the fourth largest in the world. According to the President Fujitsu Kuniaki Nodzoe, production of mobile phones his company is now considering a more profitable business. Using phones in the short term, Fujitsu can achieve in overseas markets better than engaging in production and sales of personal computers. Officials from Siemens while refusing to comment on «divorce» with Fujitsu. In turn, in the Tokyo office of Fujitsu journalists respond that news is not unfounded.
According to Press Secretary Masahiro Yamane Fujitsu, Fujitsu and Siemens are negotiating to change the terms of the contract (which expires next year), but no final decision has not yet been made. I recall that, in addition to personal computers, Fujitsu Siemens Computers makes servers and meynfreymy. According to analysts, the value of FSC may be about 2.6 billion euros. By the way, the plant Fujitsu Siemens Computers is the only manufacturer of notebooks in Europe and one of the few outside Southeast Asia. In 2007, sales of computer equipment under the brand name Fujitsu Siemens Computers accounted for 6.6 billion euros. Nevertheless, the company is in a fierce competition under the onslaught of such giants as HP and Dell. According to research company Gartner, Fujitsu Siemens holds 5.5% of the world market of servers, and according to DisplaySearch - 5,2% in the notebook market. It seems that the German group is now actively disposes of all its IT-industry. A week ago the company Siemens announced sale of its business to produce wireless phones, receivers and other devices Siemens Home and Office Communication Devices - 80,2% of its shares were acquired by the German investment company Arques Industries AG.
In an official message then was told that this step was taken in the Siemens strategy to focus on three areas of work - the production of equipment for such industries as energy, heavy industry and medicine. It should remember that a few years ago, Siemens actually went out of business for the production of mobile phones sold its Taiwan company BenQ. A recent high-profile trials have highlighted the corrupt underpinnings of IT-business Siemens, clearly accelerated the process of restructuring of the group.
The news was originally published at http://it-sector.blogspot.com
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