This past week was buzzing with stories about Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL). From securing the pole position in global smartphone shipments to navigating tricky patent disputes, the tech giant was nothing short of newsworthy. Here’s a quick round-up of what you may have missed over the weekend.
Apple Outshines Samsung in Global Smartphone Shipments. The iPhone has claimed the top spot in global smartphone shipments, marking a significant achievement for Apple. After 13 years, Samsung’s reign at the top has been comfortably snapped by Apple, according to data from IDC. Apple’s success comes despite a broader slowdown in the global smartphone industry. Read the full article here.
Apple Watch Sidesteps Looming U.S. Ban. In response to an impending U.S. ban, Apple has decided to sell versions of its latest watches without the blood oxygen feature. This strategic move is meant to protect sales in the U.S. The decision comes in the wake of an intellectual property dispute with Masimo Corp. (NASDAQ:MASI), a medical device company. Read the full article here.