Lukáš Gondek Beats by Dr. Headphones Dre in a Hello Kitty edition, more information about the upcoming iPad Pro, iPhones headed to Iran, and a message from a homophobic Russian politician to Tim Cook. This is reported in today's Apple Week.
Users Sue Apple Over 2011 MacBook Pro Graphics Problems (October 28)
Several thousand users of MacBook Pros manufactured in 2011 encountered graphics problems that had to be solved by expensive and often repeated replacement of the computer's motherboard. Law firm Whitfield Bryson & Mason LLP is now representing 6 users in California and Florida who believe they are dealing with a manufacturing defect and that Apple should pay for the repair. The law firm continues to receive complaints from users and is considering filing a lawsuit in other US states. The hardware flaw, according to the plaintiffs, is related to the lead-free solder used on AMD's graphics chips in those MacBooks.
Source: MacRumors
Beats by Dr. Dre have a special Hello Kitty edition (29/10)
Apple-owned Beats teamed up with Sanrio, the Japanese company behind the popular Hello Kitty, to celebrate the brand's 50th anniversary together. From the end of October, users will be able to purchase a special edition of Beats by Dr. headphones. Dre Solo2 with a print in colors and images of the popular kitten. Even smaller urBeats headphones will be available in thematic colors and with a cover in the shape of Hello Kitty. Those interested will be able to purchase a special edition of both headphones for an extra $50.
Source: MacRumors
Apple wants to start selling iPhones in Iran (October 29)
After the United States lifted sanctions in May that prevented American companies from selling consumer communications equipment such as laptops and smartphones in Iran, Apple decided to begin negotiations to officially sell iPhones in the Asian country. The Californian company is said to have permission from the US government to negotiate the start of sales in Iran, so Apple representatives met with Iranian distributors in London to discuss the possibility of introducing premium reseller stores. Iran could become an attractive market for Apple, as almost half of the country's 77 million population is under the age of 25. On the other hand, Apple would have to solve problems with numerous banking restrictions or, for example, find suitable telecommunication service providers.
Source: MacRumors
iPhone 6 and 6 Plus increase user base in Europe (October 29)
The global smartphone sales charts for the period June to September were released this week. Apple has gained more market share in most European countries compared to last year when the iPhone 5s and 5c went on sale. According to the report, almost 90% of new iPhones are bought by existing users. The iPhone 6 also sold five times more than the iPhone 6 Plus. However, Apple's share in the United States and Japan fell. In the US, Apple lost 3,3%, in Japan the loss was even greater – from a share of 47,2%, Apple fell to 31,3%.
Source: MacRumors
Homophobic Russian politician wants to ban Tim Cook from entering the country (October 31)
Just a few hours after open Tim Cook's announcement about his sexuality politician Vitaly Milonov made it known in Russia that he wishes to ban Tim Cook from entering the country. According to him, Cook could bring AIDS, gonorrhea or even Ebola to Russia. It was almost certain that the first hateful words would flow from Russia. For example, the same politician threatened to arrest gay athletes during the Winter Olympics, which is not surprising in a country where homosexuality is still a crime.
Source: Cult Of Mac
Alleged iPad Pro: 12,2-inch, iPhone 6-thin and Stereo Speakers (1/11)
According to the latest reports, the new "iPad Pro" should have a slightly smaller screen than originally thought. Japanese site MacOtakara writes about the 12,2-inch display and compares the use of the iPad Pro to Microsoft's Surface tablet. The preferred use should be landscape, and the iPad should also have stereo speakers. The iSight camera, Lightning connector and Touch ID should remain unchanged. The thickness of the new iPad should be between iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, i.e. around 7 mm. It should be introduced in early 2015.
Source: 9to5Mac
A week in a nutshell
Last week in America she started the promising Apple Pay feature, and in the first 72 hours, Apple recorded one million active cards. Extension Apple Pay to China is said to be the number one priority for the Californian company in that country, but it is running into several obstacles. Two Apple Watch competitors were also introduced in the past few days: wristbands Fitbit and a fitness bracelet from Microsoftu, which will be compatible with iOS.
Apple's profits from the iTunes Store and the publication of the annual report increased confirmed greater spending on research. Next, the company she revealed, as he will contribute to Obama's ConnectED project, under which every student will be provided with an iPad. We learned that production price iPad Air 2 is $278, why Apple stopped make iPod classic and also why actually she went bankrupt cooperation between GT Advanced Technology and Apple.
Tim Cook with pride he admitted to the fact that he is gay, and the possibility was also speculated rendition Steve Wozniak by Seth Rogen in the new Jobs movie.
It is interesting that profits from iTunes increased when they steadily declined for about 10 quarters in a row: http://www.businessinsider.com/itunes-revenue-decline-shows-why-apple-had-to-buy-beats-2014-5