Apple supplier Hon Hai Precision Industry, which goes by the trade name Foxconn, has reported a 20% drop in revenue for December 2015, reports Reuters. The news comes as analysts and industry sources are predicting slowing shipments of the iPhone 6s.Analysts said Hon Hai’s results could be an indicator of demand for Apple’s products in the first quarter of this year, but added that period was not normally a peak selling season and past iPhone cycles had followed a similar pattern, where an interim update on a model edition tends to see slower sales.Hon Hai’s revenue in December was T$409.65 billion ($12.3 billion). That’s down over 20% from a year ago and from November. Total revenue for the year was T$4.48 trillion, up 6.42%, but short of the 7% analysts were expecting. The company said that December sales were as expected.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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Sprint has discontinued two year mobile phone contracts and subsidies for new customers, according to an internal document leaked to AndroidCentral.–2-year Pricing Ending:Effective today, subsidy agreements can only be offered on a reactive basis to select customers. Customers who are activating a new account will not have the option to purchase phones or MBB via subsidy (2-year) agreement. Tablets are still able to be purchased via subsidy. Upgrades and Add-a-lines can still be purchased via subsidy on a reactive basis only.Easy Pay and Leasing offer your customer the best value and most flexibility. It is important you are asking qualifying questions and explaining why Lease/Easy Pay is the best option for your customer’s individual needs.–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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Fast Company is confirming reports that the iPhone 7 will be waterproof and will not have a headphone jack. The site is also reporting that the smartphone will likely support wireless charging.Apple’s next big phone—presumably called the iPhone 7—will come without a 3.5mm headphone jack, will be noticeably thinner, will very likely support wireless charging and be waterproof, a source with knowledge of the company’s plans tells Fast Company.Apple is reportedly working with Cirrus Logic to adapt the audio chipset in the iPhone to work with the Lightning port. In addition, the audio system is said to get a new noise-canceling technology from Wolfson Microelectronics, a company recently acquired by Cirrus. The technology will be integrated into the iPhone and the headphones that ship with it and will help remove background noise while listening to music and making phone calls. Third-party headphone makers will be able to use the technology but they’ll need to purchase a license.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 has acquired Emotient, a startup that uses artificial intelligence to read facial expressions and assess emotions, reports the WSJ.It isn’t clear what Apple plans to do with Emotient’s technology, which was primarily sold to advertisers to help assess viewer reactions to their ads. Doctors also have tested it to interpret signs of pain among patients unable to express themselves, and a retailer used it to monitor shoppers’ facial expressions in store aisles, the company had said.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 has filed a patent for a ‘MOBILE CAMERA SYSTEM’ that uses multiple cameras to provide optical zoom to a user.The company notes that as iPhones and other multifunction devices become common place, users are demanding feature such as zoom photography that they have been become accustomed to using in dedicated-purpose camera bodies. Typically the zoom feature in a camera requires moving mechanical parts that increase the cost and complexity of the device. Apple says it also reduces the reliability of the device and takes up valuable internal space.Apple proposes using multiple cameras at different focal lengths to provide optical zoom: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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Vidyo is a new screen recorder app for your iPhone and iPad that doesn’t require a jailbreak to work.Vidyo captures your entire screen, and/or ALL audio on your device, and even allows you to add commentary and finalise your video all on your device – no computer required. Ideal for uploading directly to video sites such as YouTube.The app works by creating a local AirPlay server. You’re then able to mirror your device’s screen to that server for recording.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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H. Moser & Cie has unveiled the Swiss Alp Watch, a $24,900 mechanical watch that is nearly identical to the Apple Watch.If it’s design wasn’t controversial enough, H. Moser & Cie takes things a step further with an introductory video that mimics Apple’s and mocks the features of the Apple Watch.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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Luca Todesco (@qwertyoruiop) has successfully jailbroken iOS 9.2.1! Todesco posted a screenshot of Cydia running iOS 9.2.1 on his iPhone 6 to his Twitter account. I lied. All Hail ??? ??. No releases.(The text in Korean is supposed to translate to “Grate Leader”)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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A new SEC filing reveals the 2015 earnings of Apple CEO Tim Cook and other company executives.Cook’s compensation for the year reached $10,281,327, up from $9,222,638 in 2014. That number includes a $2,000,000 salary, $8,000,000 in Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation, and $281,327 in other compensation. Cook has not received an equity award since 2011.Here’s the compensation for other Apple executives as revealed in the filing:? $25,779,229 – Angela Ahrendts, Senior Vice President, Retail and Online Stores? $25,337,977 – Luca Maestri, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer? $25,052,241 – Eddy Cue, Senior Vice President, Internet Software and Services? $25,017,626 – Dan Riccio, Senior Vice President, Hardware Engineering? $25,017,626 – Bruce Sewell, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and SecretaryShare 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 Yahoo Sports app has been updated with 3D Touch support for iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus users.Easy to personalize with your favorite teams and leagues, the Yahoo Sports app delivers high-quality, accurate info faster than ever, so you’ll never be caught dropping the ball. Simply check the latest scores in real time, or go deep and catch the in-depth info you need, the moment you need it, from wherever you are. Highlights:-Never miss a game start, scoring play or close game situation with event alerts-Get one-tap access to game, team and player pages-Check out the latest on the MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL, MLS, NCAA and NASCAR-Read stories by the experts you love and award-winning bloggers-Keep up your stat knowledge with league and team stat leaders-Follow your favorite soccer leagues, like Barclays Premier League, Spanish La Liga, Italian Serie A, German Bundesliga and Champions League What’s New In This Version:- Optimized for iOS 9- Performance and bug fixesFor iPhone 6S & 6S+ users: – Support for 3D Touch- Preview a game quickly with Peek and Pop on all Scores screensShare 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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