Apple thwarts geeks, investors probing smartwatch components

Last Updated: Friday, April 24, 2015, 15:26

Apple Inc managed to frustrate gadget lovers and investors desperate to find out the components of its new smartwatch on Friday, encasing its chips in tough resin and using rare screws to thwart people trying prise it apart.

Apple Watch goes on sale quietly in Asia

Last Updated: Friday, April 24, 2015, 12:16

The Apple Watch debuted in some Asian markets Friday, but with sales limited to those who had pre-ordered online it was a low-key start with none of the fanfare and fuss usually seen for a launch by the tech titan.

Apple to start sale of smartwatch from today

Last Updated: Friday, April 24, 2015, 09:07

Apple stores will not have any watches to sell on Friday, even though some luxury shops around the world will.

Apple tests smartwatch market with quiet debut of Cook's first product

Last Updated: Thursday, April 23, 2015, 06:22

The Apple Watch will launch with a whisper rather than a bang on Friday, an unusual start for the company that may reflect early uncertainty about demand for Apple Inc boss Tim Cook`s first new product.

6 % of US adults plan to buy Apple Watch: Poll

Last Updated: Thursday, April 16, 2015, 01:41

About 6 percent of U.S. adults plan to buy Apple Inc`s smartwatch according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll, with men twice as likely as women to purchase Apple boss Tim Cook`s first new major product.

Strong turnout as shoppers get to try Apple Watch

Last Updated: Friday, April 10, 2015, 22:14

Consumers flocked to Apple Inc`s stores around the world on Friday to get the first close-up look at the tech giant`s smartwatch, which the company expects will be its next runaway hit.

Apple Watch's worldwide preview kicks off

Last Updated: Friday, April 10, 2015, 09:52

Apple says its first wearable device will connect wirelessly to a user's iPhone and will be the interface for messaging, calls and apps, especially ones geared toward health and fitness.

Strong turnout in Australia for first glimpse at Apple Watch

Last Updated: Friday, April 10, 2015, 09:38

The Apple Watch sport starts at $349 while the standard version starts at $549. High-end "Edition" watches with 18-karat gold alloys are priced from $10,000 and go as high as $17,000.

Apple Watch online pre-order begins today, demand expected to outstrip supply

Last Updated: Friday, April 10, 2015, 09:07

Apple Inc expects tremendous interest for its new smartwatch and demand to outstrip supply as consumers get an up-close look on Friday at CEO Tim Cook`s first major product.

Apple Watch sleek and stylish but not for everyone, reviewers say

Last Updated: Wednesday, April 8, 2015, 20:52

Apple Inc`s smartwatch is a "beautiful", "stylish" and "elegantly made" piece of technology that could make life easier for people on the move, reviewers said, but it also has shortcomings and a price that could limit its appeal.

Swiss launch of Apple Watch hit by patent issue: Report

Last Updated: Saturday, April 4, 2015, 18:18

Apple is not able to launch its new smartwatch in Switzerland until at least the end of this year beause of an intellectual property rights issue, Swiss broadcaster RTS reported on its website.

Apple CEO Tim Cook slams US 'dangerous discrimination' laws

Last Updated: Monday, March 30, 2015, 12:01

Apple chief Tim Cook slammed what he called a wave of "dangerous" laws in several US states that he said promote discrimination and erode equality, in an editorial published Sunday.