"The state of the Apple HomeKit market: Apple's smart-home ecosystem has yet to coalesce/The smart home space remains the domain of the early adopter, but Apple's HomeKit market is more scattered than most." TechHive 7:01 AM
"Top 3 Chinese Smartphone Vendors Grab Nearly Half of China's Market in 2016, says IDC" ["2016 was the first time ever that Apple saw a YoY decline in the PRC market. Even though the new black colored iPhones caught the attention of consumers, overall, the new launches did not create as much of a frenzy compared to the past. Despite the decline, IDC does not believe Chinese vendors have actually eaten away Apple's market share. Most Apple users are expected to be holding out for the new iPhone that will be launched this year, and that will help the brand to see a growth in 2017. Apple's 10-year anniversary iPhone will also likely attract some of the high-end Android users in China to convert to an iPhone."] IDC 10:11 AM
"Apple's market share in China falls for first time" CNBC 10:11 AM
"Apple beats 'the Apple of China' in China: Xiaomi has fallen from the top spot to No. 5 in just one year, while Apple sees some slippage of its own." CNET 12:19 PM
"Apple Hits Out at Australian Banks Over Apple Pay Boycott Motive" Bloomberg 7:00 AM
"Apple Said to Revive Efforts to Sell Used iPhones in India" Bloomberg 7:13 AM
"Jony Ive now has the role that Steve Jobs had at Apple, not Tim Cook, an Apple analyst says" Business Insider UK 12:31 PM
"As he continues France trip, Tim Cook talks AI/AR, taxes, iPhone production, and more in new interview" 9to5Mac 5:27 PM
"Apple CEO Tim Cook discusses rumored Paris retail store, EU tax ruling, AI, AR in interview" AppleInsider 6:41 PM
"How to add or remove a wireless network on your Mac: Having your Mac remember your go-to networks is helpful, but sometimes your preferences can get lost in the mix. Here's how to add, remove, and prioritize Wi-Fi on your Mac." TechRepublic 4:08 PM
"U.S. tech firms file legal brief opposing Trump's immigration ban: Several technology giants, including Apple, Google and Microsoft, banded together on Sunday to file a legal brief opposing President Donald Trump's temporary immigration ban, arguing that it 'inflicts significant harm on American business.'" Reuters 7:07 AM
"Apple, Google, and 95 other tech firms join forces to fight Trump travel ban: Companies say executive order is 'overbroad...lacks any basis in precedent.'" Ars Technica 7:08 AM
"Apple to Zynga File Legal Brief Against Trump Immigration Order" Bloomberg 7:13 AM
"Tech Firms Including Apple, Google Fight Immigration Order: Companies claim order harms U.S. business, innovation and growth" WSJ.com [Paid Membership Required] 7:13 AM
"Tech giants Apple, Google and Facebook are fighting President Trump's immigration ban: A group of 97 companies, most from the tech industry, filed a legal brief opposing the travel ban." Recode 7:00 AM
"Tech giants oppose Trump immigration ban" BBC 8:02 AM
"Apple is Getting Pushed Around in China By Local Phone Brands" Bloomberg 7:13 AM
"Setting up plants in India will not affect China's iPhone makers" Global Times 8:42 AM
"Made in India coming soon for Apple iPhone production" DigiTimes 7:11 AM
"Apple Retail Update: Danbury Store Closes for Next-Generation Redesign, Dubai to Get Second Store" MacRumors 11:56 AM
"Apple launches 'Back to Uni' promotion for students in Australia and New Zealand" iMore 1:06 PM
"Today in Apple history: Steve Wozniak leaves Apple" Cult of Mac 8:31 AM
"Dozens of popular iPhone apps vulnerable to man-in-the-middle attacks" ZDNet 5:29 PM
"Dozens of popular iOS apps vulnerable to intercept of TLS-protected data: 76 apps in Apple's App Store still don't use best practices to protect user data." Ars Technica 8:08 PM
"Apple plans new smaller Ultra Accessory Connector (UAC) for Made-for-iPhone accessories" 9to5Mac 1:44 PM
"Apple is Working on a Smaller Ultra Accessory Connector (UAC) for Made-for-iPhone Accessories" iClarified 4:08 PM
"Relax, Apple isn't introducing another new connector" The Verge 4:08 PM
"Shielded LG UltraFine 5K displays headed to Apple stores, fixes done on case-by-case basis" AppleInsider 12:20 PM
"W1-equipped BeatsX headphones begin arriving in NYC Apple stores" AppleInsider 8:44 AM
"BeatsX earphones sporadically appearing in stock for pickup at Apple Stores ahead of launch, still unavailable to purchase" 9to5Mac 9:26 AM
"Apple Building 'iPhone 8' Earlier Than Normal, It Would Appear, Says BlueFin" Barron's 4:07 PM
"Download: iOS 10.3 Beta 2 Released With Find My AirPods Feature And More" Redmond Pie 12:38 PM
"Apple Seeds tvOS 10.2 Beta 2 And watchOS 3.2 Beta 2" Redmond Pie 12:38 PM
"Apple releases second betas for iOS 10.3, tvOS 10.2, and watchOS 3.2 to developers" iLounge 12:38 PM
Price Trackers/Deals
"13" MacBook Pro Prices & Sales" MacPrices 7:56 AM
"The Simple Pleasure of Wireless Headphones" Lifehacker 7:08 AM
"These Are the 7 Best Wireless Headphones Under $100" Time 6:05 PM
"The Poof pet activity tracker makes helicopter pet parenting possible" iMore 10:12 AM
iPad/iPhone/iPod touch Apps
"Inkitt: Free Book Reading app with Content from Independent Authors" eXtensions 8:55 AM
"Roller Coaster Tycoon Classic review: Amusement park simulator a ton of fun on iOS/For die-hard fans of Roller Coaster Tycoon, the classic has returned. And it's good." Macworld 8:31 AM
"'Tappy Cat - Musical Kitty Arcade' Review - This Rhythm Game is the Cat's Meow" Touch Arcade 12:07 PM
How-To/Tutorial
"How to view AirPods hardware details, check and update firmware [Video] 9to5Mac 9:36 PM
"How to Keep Amazon Echo and Google Home From Responding to Your TV" Wired 12:20 PM
"Guide to Setting Up a Cyber Contract with Your Children: Tomorrow is Safer Internet Day, a day in which the cyber community joins together to help make the Internet a safer and better place for all, especially children and young people. From cyberbullying to social media, each year Safer Internet Day aims to raise awareness of emerging cyber safety issues and a variety of current parental concerns." Intego 9:26 AM
"How to sync your iPhone or iPad to iTunes" iMore 9:10 AM
"Here is how to cut, trim and edit a song on your iPhone or iPad with this free audio editor" phoneArena 8:43 AM
Tips
"Quick Apple Watch Tip: Get to know the new App Dock" The Mac Observer 2:36 PM
"Here's How To Make Your Facebook News Feed Less Miserable/A friendly PSA: you can block your slightly racist uncle without unfriending him." BuzzFeed 8:31 AM
"Apple Might Eventually Ditch Intel, But Intel Investors Shouldn't Panic Just Yet: Though Apple could derive some major benefits from using its own processors within Macs, pulling off such a move is easier said than done." TheStreet 4:07 PM
"Why Apple Is Still Trading at Relatively Low Valuation Multiples" GuruFocus 4:07 PM
"Apple gains amid predictions of an upcoming iPhone upgrade cycle" Business Insider 1:34 PM
"Why Apple's Next Quarter Is Likely To Top Wall Street Estimates" Seeking Alpha 7:15 AM
"Apple's Next iPhone Seen as Best Bet for Taiwan Top Fund Manager" Bloomberg 7:13 AM
Industry News
"Stock market finishes weaker as investors turn skittish: Group of 100 tech CEOs set to fight Trump on immigration restrictions" MarketWatch 4:10 PM
"Stocks Sink as Investors Digest President Trump's Moves: Stocks close out Monday lower as uncertainty over potential policy moves from Donald Trump's administration continue to weigh on Wall Street." TheStreet 4:10 PM
"Stock Market Dips, Apple Extends Gains; Nvidia, Tesla Gearing Up For Breakout?" Investor's Business Daily 4:09 PM
"Stocks close lower as falling oil drags energy sector down" Associated Press 4:09 PM
"Energy Stocks Drag Wall Street Lower" Reuters 4:09 PM
"Stocks Inch Lower, Yields Fall: Investors buy government bonds and gold as they dial back on risk" WSJ.com [Paid Membership Required] 4:09 PM
"Nikkei recovers, bolstered by banks, as Asian markets close higher: Asian equities were off to a positive start on Monday, as expectations of U.S. growth weakened, driving investors back to emerging markets." MarketWatch 7:18 AM
"Volkswagen, Ryanair limit gains for European stocks; Draghi on tap: European stocks weaved between small gains and losses Monday, with the market largely adrift before an appearance by European Central Bank President Mario Draghi." MarketWatch 7:18 AM
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