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Apple Stores Are Switching From Plastic Bags to Paper Bags

Apple is switching to environmentally friendly paper shopping bags for its retail locations, according to a leaked employee memo obtained by 9to5Mac.—–We’re committed to leaving the world better than we found it. One bag at a time. So on April 15, we’ll switch to paper shopping bags made from 80 percent recycled materials. These bags come in medium and large.When customers are buying a product, ask if they need a bag. They may decide they don’t. And you’ll encourage them to be even more environmentally friendly.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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iPhone SE Fails to Match iPhone 6s in Durability [Video]

SquareTrade has put the new 4-inch iPhone SE up against the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus to test its durability.Despite it’s smaller display size and thicker frame, the iPhone SE fails to outperform the iPhone 6s.SquareTrade tested the new iPhone SE against the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. While it holds its own against the much bigger iPhone 6s Plus, the new iPhone SE still has some growing up to do before it can compete with the durable iPhone 6s.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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The iPhone SE Costs Apple About $160 to Build [Report]

The 16GB iPhone SE costs Apple about $160 to build, according to the latest IHS report.The U.S. version of an entry-level iPhone SE with 16 gigabytes (GB) of NAND memory carries a bill of materials (BOM) of $156.20, which rises to $160.00 when the manufacturing cost is added, according to results from the IHS teardown of a phone purchased from the Apple Store on March 31, 2016. The retail price of the iPhone SE 16GB model is $399.“The iPhone SE represents an amalgamation of three iPhone generations — iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s — rolled into something altogether new,” said Andrew Rassweiler, senior director of cost benchmarking services at IHS. “Despite its physical resemblance to the iPhone 5s, the resulting product is far superior. In fact, the only significant tradeoffs a consumer would make with the iPhone SE against the iPhone 6s is smaller size and lower screen resolution.”Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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What the iPhone 7 Will Look Like, Based on Recent Rumors [Video]

Check out this rendering of the iPhone 7 by Geert van Uffelen based on recent rumors.The device features a dual lens camera, stereo speakers, a smart connector, no headphones jack, and no antenna bands across the back of the device.Take a look at the video below and let us know what you think in the comments. Would you be satisfied if the iPhone 7 looked like this?Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Another Aerial View of Apple Campus 2 Construction [Video]

Check out this new aerial view of Apple Campus 2 construction progress from Duncan Sinfield.The video flashes back to footage from 2015 to show you how the build is going. Apple is expected to complete construction by the end of the year.Take a look below…Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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New 9.7-inch iPad Pro Teardown [Photos]

iFixit has posted its teardown of the new 9.7-inch iPad Pro.It seems to pack all the features of the first iPad Pro, in a smaller package. Let’s see how they did it—it’s time to tear down the iPad Pro 9.7″.Highlights:? Fully laminated, 9.7″, LED-backlit, Oxide TFT “True Tone” display with 2048 x 1536 resolution (264 ppi)? 12 MP rear iSight camera with 4K video recording at 30 fps, and 5 MP FaceTime camera with 720p video? New model number: A1673? Strange new antenna interconnect boards.? Samsung K3RG1G1 2 GB (16 Gb) LPDDR4 RAM? SK Hynix H23QEG8VG1ACA 32 GB (256 Gb) NAND Flash Memory? 2 × Broadcom BCM15900B0 (as seen in the iPad Pro 12.9″)? 3.82 V, 27.91 Whr, and 7,306 mAh batteryShare Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Dual Lens Camera to Be Exclusive to the 5.5-inch iPhone 7?

The rumored dual lens camera will be exclusive to the larger 5.5-inch iPhone 7, reports KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.In a new research note, Kuo says “New iPhone shipments to be capped by similar form factor as iPhone 6s & 6s Plus; top hardware upgrade is dual-camera (5.5-inch model only), though many competing models with dual-camera will launch soon, joining others already on the market; first impressions could underwhelm.”We’ve already heard many rumors that Apple is working on a dual lens camera. Recently a leaked photo showed that the 5.5-inch iPhone had a pill shaped cutout rather than two separate cutouts for the camera.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple Posts Two New Videos: Dillan’s Voice and Dillan’s Path [Watch]

Apple has posted a set of new videos highlighting how the iPad helps those with Autism.Dillan’s Voice:Autism Acceptance Month is dedicated to the stories of people like Dillan. His words remind us how important it is to ensure everyone with a voice can be heard. Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Samsung is Reportedly Planning to Release a Foldable Smartphone/Tablet Next Year

Samsung is planning to bring its foldable smartphone/tablet concept to life next year, reports ETNews. The device will be a 5-inch smartphone when closed and will open to a 7-inch tablet.Mass production of the foldable displays are said to begin by the end of this year with sales of the new smartphone/tablet beginning next year.Industries are expecting that Foldable Smartphones will create new momentum in Smartphone markets that are somewhat slowing down. Just like how a large cellphone like a size of a brick has become smaller and how normal flip-phone has become a Smartphone, industries are expecting that Foldable Smartphone will create new innovation in Smartphone markets. It is heard that Samsung Electronics has been preparing for Foldable Smartphones since 3 years ago because it knew that Smartphone markets were slowing down.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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Apple Flies Pirate Flag Over Cupertino Headquarters in Celebration of Its 40th Anniversary

Apple is flying a pirate flag over its Cupertino headquarters in celebration of the company’s 40th anniversary.Following the launch of the Lisa, the Mac team held an off-site retreat in Carmel in January 1983. Steve Jobs began the retreat with three sayings:1. Real artists ship.2. It’s better to be a pirate than join the navy.3. Mac in a book by 1986.Share Article:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Email,   Reddit,   Digg,   Delicious,   StumbleUponFollow iClarified:Facebook,   Twitter,   LinkedIn,   Google Plus,   Newsletter,   App Store,   YouTubeAdvertise Here

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