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Apple sees sharp increase in U.S. national security requests

 Apple Inc has received more than four times as many national-security related requests from the U.S. government in the first half of this year versus a year ago, 

iPhone 8 is available, but Vietnamese rush to buy iPhone 7

VietNamNet Bridge - Uninterested in iPhone 8 and hesitant about the high price, many Vietnamese are choosing to buy the iPhone 7.

Apple's iPhone 8 sees muted launch in Asia

 Apple Inc’s launch of iPhone 8 kicked off in a less lively mood in Asia, versus previous debuts, as fans held out for the premium iPhone X due out in early November.

Apple concedes new watch has connectivity glitch

 Apple Inc on Wednesday conceded its latest smartwatch unveiled a week ago has problems with its most important feature: the ability to make phone calls and access data without an iPhone nearby.

With new operating system, Apple revamps its money-making App Store

 Apple Inc’s newest operating system for iPhones and iPads introduces changes to its marketplace for third-party software to satisfy app developers and add new so-called augmented reality apps.

Smartphone dealers predict sky-high prices for new iPhone 8

FPT Shop, the direct importer of Apple iPhones and iPads in Vietnam, has announced that iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X will be available in Vietnam by the end of October or early November and priced from VND20.99 million.

Apple's new iPhone could face supply shortfalls after launch: WSJ

 Apple Inc’s new iPhone had hit production glitches early in its manufacturing process and could lead to supply shortfalls and shipping delays following its launch next week,

One mobile phone giant slays the rest, almost

VietNamNet Bridge - Samsung is competing with Apple in the high-end market segment, holding the advantage over Oppo in the mid-end market segment, and crushing all efforts of the rest.

U.S. government seeks to intervene in Apple's EU tax appeal: source

 The U.S. government has sought to intervene in Apple's (AAPL.O) appeal against an EU order to pay back up to 13 billion euros ($14.8 billion) in Irish taxes, 

Some HTC, LG smartphone brands no longer sold by retailers

VietNamNet Bridge - The mobile phone market has become more competitive than ever as retailers have confirmed they have stopped selling HTC and LG phones because of slow sales.

Apple's iPhone turns 10, bumpy start forgotten

 Apple Inc's iPhone turns 10 this week, evoking memories of a rocky start for the device that ended up doing most to start the smartphone revolution and stirring interest in where it will go from here.

Apple's first TV series shows what it takes to build an app

Apple Inc's long-awaited move into original television series starts Tuesday, with a reality show about a universe that is key to the technology giant's business: the world of app developers trying to bring their ideas

Apple debuts HomePod speaker to bring Siri into the living room

Apple Inc on Monday introduced the HomePod, a voice-controlled speaker that can make music suggestions and adjust home temperatures, taking aim at Amazon.com Inc's Alexa feature and Echo devices.

Apple set to expand Siri, taking different route from Amazon's Alexa

 Apple Inc is expected to announce plans next week to make its Siri voice assistant work with a larger variety of apps, as the technology company looks to counter the runaway success of Amazon ...

Is Apple preparing to enter Vietnam?

VietNamNet Bridge - The fact that Apple has issued new policies recently may be a preparatory step for the firm to officially enter Vietnam's 90 million market.

Apple posts surprise dip in iPhone sales, shares fall

 Apple Inc (AAPL.O) reported a surprise fall in iPhone sales for its second quarter on Tuesday, indicating that customers may have held back purchases in anticipation of the 10th-anniversary edition ...

Simcards for iPhones now available in VN

The accessory to attach to the main simcard that will turn locked iPhones into international versions is now available in Vietnam. It costs VND200,000 and is sourced from China.

iPhone market chaotic as Apple cracks down on fake phones

Privately run shops which distribute iPhones through unofficial channels are concerned about Apple's recent announcements on warranties and intellectual property copyright.

Apple aims for more control, less cost as it accelerates in chip design

 Apple Inc's decision to stop licensing graphics chips from Imagination Technologies Group Plc is the clearest example yet of the iPhone maker's determination to take greater control of the core technologies in its products

Apple drives further into Facebook, Snap territory with video app

 With the release of a new video app called Clips, Apple Inc is inching one step closer to fully engaging in the messaging world, where its huge base of iPhone users could help it compete with Snap Inc's Snapchat and Facebook Inc's Messenger.