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Business Standard
6 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Apple to close first retail store in China amid changing market conditions
By Mark Gurman Apple Inc. is closing a retail store in China for the first time, marking a notable retreat in a market where the iPhone maker is striving to revive sales. The company said on Monday that it will shut its Parkland Mall store in the Zhongshan District of Dalian City on Aug. 9, citing a changing landscape at the shopping complex. It has about 56 stores in the Greater China region, making up over 10 per cent of its footprint of more than 530 outlets globally. 'We're always focused on providing an exceptional experience for all of our customers both online and at more than 50 Apple Store locations across Greater China,' the Cupertino, California-based company said in a statement. 'Given the departure of several retailers at the Parkland Mall, we have made the decision to close our store there.' China is grappling with deflationary pressures as consumption wanes and global tariffs hurt exports, a major engine of the world's No. 2 economy. Retail sales growth has fallen short of forecasts, and home prices dropped at a faster pace in June. ALSO READ: Apple turns to Japan to ease China's rare-earth magnet supply squeeze The closing store is one of two locations in Dalian City. The other, a store at the Olympia 66 shopping complex, remains open. Employees at the site that's closing will be given opportunities to work elsewhere, the company said. The two locations are roughly 10 minutes apart. More broadly, Apple has been looking to stage a comeback in China. Sales in the country fell 2.3 per cent to $16 billion in the second quarter, which ended March 29. Analysts had predicted $16.8 billion. Apple is opening a new store at Uniwalk Qianhai in Shenzhen on Aug. 16. It's also planning additional locations in Beijing and Shanghai over the next year, Bloomberg News has reported. It opened a store in the Anhui province in January. The company is also expanding soon with new stores in Detroit, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and India. A location in Osaka opened on July 26, and a major new flagship store debuted in Miami in January. The company also opened its first store in Malaysia last year. While Apple is still adding new stores, overall retail expansion has slowed since the pandemic hit. Apple has instead focused on opening up its online retail store in new places, such as India and Saudi Arabia, and updating or moving older physical locations. The company also appears to be becoming more selective in renewing its leases, announcing plans to shutter a store in Bristol in the UK on same day as its closure in China. Other upcoming closures include the Partridge Creek store in Michigan and the Hornsby location near Sydney. Apple isn't the only major brand to back out of China's Parkland Mall. Earlier this year, the majority shareholder of the complex took full operational control, and retailers like Coach, Sandro and Hugo Boss haven't renewed their leases in recent years. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Indian Express
10 hours ago
- Indian Express
iPhone 17 Pro leaks suggest third camera control, enhanced zoom, and new Pro camera app
The new iPhone 17 Pro might gain a new camera feature as a few of the purported test units of the premium smartphone were reportedly being tested around San Francisco, United States, ahead of the official launch event which is slated for sometime in September this year. Until then, these purported test units of the latest Apple iPhone may have given away what the new camera feature might be. The iPhone 17 Pro may include three hardware and software camera features, according to a report by a tipster from MacRumors. The leak about the additional camera features first emerged on July 29, through an ongoing advert shoot for the iPhone 17 Pro. This advert reportedly led to some sightings of the iPhone 17 Pro in the city. A secondary camera control was positioned near the top edge of the device, according to the report. If this new feature is a capacitive touch scroll surface, its placement seems logical. One could hold the iPhone in landscape orientation with the primary Camera Control accessible to the right index finger, and this new feature positioned beneath the left index finger. The purpose of this setup has been debated. Moving these features to a separate hardware component might be a solution, especially if Apple has responded to feedback indicating that the swipe surface functionalities overly complicate the existing Camera Control button. Alternatively, Apple might link the zoom feature to the left button so that the right button is not needed for mode switching. According to MacRumors, a tipster on July 27, revealed three new camera features. One of these was the third external camera control, which has now been confirmed. The tipster also suggested an 8x optical zoom, an upgrade from the 5x zoom in the iPhone 16 Pro. They claimed that the lens can move to focus continuously at different focal points. Lastly, the iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature a new Pro camera app for both photos and videos, though it remains unclear whether this app will be exclusive to the iPhone 17 Pro models. The second week of September is expected to see the official unveiling of Apple's upcoming flagship, the iPhone 17 Pro. According to multiple reports, including from Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, the launch event is scheduled for either Monday, September 8, 2025, or Wednesday, September 10, 2025. 'Apple is probably going to have its iPhone 17 keynote on Tuesday, September 9, or Wednesday, September 10,' Gurman said. Pre-orders are expected to open by Friday, September 12, with global sales likely commencing from September 19. This information is also supported by an ongoing advert shoot for the iPhone 17 Pro.
Mint
10 hours ago
- Mint
iPhone 17 Pro leak hints at 8x zoom, dual recording and new camera interface
Apple's forthcoming iPhone 17 Pro could see a significant focus on camera capabilities, according to new claims made by an anonymous tipster, reported MacRumors. While the information remains unverified and should be treated cautiously, it suggests several noteworthy upgrades that may set the upcoming Pro models apart from their predecessors. As per the report, the most substantial claim concerns an upgraded telephoto lens capable of up to 8× optical zoom, a noticeable jump from the 5× zoom expected on the iPhone 16 Pro range. The lens is said to be capable of physical movement, allowing for continuous optical zoom across multiple focal lengths, a feature that, if accurate, would bring added versatility for both photography and video. The tipster also reportedly mentioned an all-new 'pro' camera application for stills and video. This software would potentially rival existing third-party tools such as Halide, Filmic Pro, and Kino. However, it remains unclear whether this app would be exclusive to the iPhone 17 Pro series or rolled out more broadly. The report added that Apple might alternatively release a major overhaul to its current Final Cut Camera app instead of launching an entirely new one. A further hardware tweak could come in the form of a new Camera Control button placed on the top edge of the handset. This would act as a companion to the camera button on the bottom-right side of current iPhone 16 models, providing quicker access to photography settings and features. The report reiterated previous speculation regarding aesthetic changes, including a new copper-coloured finish and a repositioned, centred Apple logo on the rear casing. These cosmetic updates would accompany the expected redesign of the iPhone 17 Pro's camera array. According to earlier reporting by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is expected to highlight video performance in the 2025 iPhone lineup, targeting vloggers and content creators who may currently rely on dedicated video equipment. Front Page Tech's Jon Prosser has also claimed that users will be able to record simultaneously using both front and rear cameras on the new Pro models.
Khaleej Times
11 hours ago
- Khaleej Times
iPhone 17 Pro leak teases camera, design upgrades: Here's what we know
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models could be making their boldest leap in camera innovation yet — if a new leak is to be believed. An anonymous source recently contacted MacRumors claiming to have insider knowledge of the iPhone 17 Pro lineup. The tipster, who says they're familiar with a commercial being produced for the upcoming device, shared a list of alleged features that have not been reported before. While MacRumors itself has not verified the claims, the potential changes are enough to get tech enthusiasts and mobile photography pros buzzing. Here's what's reportedly in the pipeline: 8× optical zoom is (allegedly) coming One of the biggest bombshells is a major upgrade to the iPhone 17 Pro's telephoto lens. According to the tipster, the device will offer up to 8× optical zoom, up from the already-impressive 5× zoom on the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The standout feature here? A movable lens mechanism that allows continuous optical zoom across a range of focal lengths. If true, this could finally give iPhones a serious edge against Samsung's Galaxy S Ultra lineup in the zoom wars, and make the iPhone 17 Pro a genuine contender for the title of best smartphone camera. Pro camera app Also in the leak: Apple may be preparing an all-new pro camera app for both photo and video capture, directly aimed at creators who currently rely on third-party tools like Halide, Filmic Pro, or Kino. It's unclear whether this will be a standalone app exclusive to iPhone 17 Pro models, or a major update to Apple's existing Final Cut Camera app — which launched quietly for pros earlier this year. Either way, the tipster says Apple is aiming for a tool that offers more granular control over things like ISO, shutter speed, white balance, and audio inputs. If you've ever wished for DSLR-level control in an iPhone camera app without needing to download third-party software, this could be a game-changer. New button? The leak also mentions a previously unrumored hardware addition: a second Camera Control button, this time placed on the top edge of the iPhone 17 Pro. This would join the Action Button and existing camera shortcut located on the bottom-right edge of the iPhone 16 models. Apple seems to be doubling down on tactile camera controls — possibly mirroring the ergonomics of traditional cameras, where a top-mounted shutter button and dial setup is common. New look? Beyond the camera features, the source reiterated two previously rumoured design changes: a copper-like color option, said to give the phone a premium, vintage-meets-modern aesthetic, and a centred Apple logo on the back, which is a subtle but deliberate visual shake-up, possibly tied to the new camera layout. Although here's a catch: all of this information comes from an anonymous tipster with no proven track record. While the details are certainly plausible — and some even match earlier reports — they haven't been corroborated by more established leakers like Mark Gurman or Ming-Chi Kuo. In other words, caution is advised. Apple's hardware plans are notoriously secretive, and while commercials are often created months ahead of launch, leaks from production houses aren't always accurate. Still, with the iPhone 17 Pro expected to mark a major design refresh and focus heavily on camera features, these rumours line up with Apple's typical strategy upgrades. If even half of these predictions come true, the iPhone 17 Pro could become the go-to smartphone for serious mobile photographers and creators.
Tom's Guide
13 hours ago
- Tom's Guide
iPhone 17 Pro seemingly spotted out in the real world — here's what we know
The iPhone 17 series release will be one of the biggest of 2025, and as such, the rumor mill has gone into overdrive about the device. This includes a new, alleged real-life image of the iPhone 17 Pro. The images were shared by user Fox Pupy on X, and show a man in a black jacket holding two phones - one of the more recent iPhones, while the second is claimed to be the iPhone 17 Pro. The second image shows another man, who is claimed to be security, attempting to block further images of the phone being taken. The phone in the image is hard to identify, as it appears to be in a thick black case. The one distinguishing feature seen in the image is the long-rumored elongated camera block on the back of the phone. We have seen this same design appear in several different iPhone 17 Pro leaks, including claimed renders of the phone, dummy units and even alleged cases. However, the sheer amount of leaks is also part of the problem, as it makes creating convincing fakes much easier. It's also worth noting that Apple is protective of its products and tight-lipped when it comes to leaks, so you could argue that the photographer would never have been allowed even this close to the iPhone if it were real. Adding to the confusion, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, a frequent and reliable leaker of Apple product info, reposted the image on X with the caption, 'Wow. This looks legit.' At a glance, that would seem to add some credibility to the photo, but some in the comment section of the post seem to believe this is a joke response on Gurman's part. Wow. This looks legit. 28, 2025 While it's exciting to see a potential real-life sighting of the iPhone 17 Pro, it doesn't answer other questions we have about rumored features and upgrades. For instance, we recently heard that Apple could be planning to introduce up to 12GB of RAM in the iPhone 17 series. Not only would this make the phones much faster, but also, when combined with the rumored 2nm A19 chip, could help give Apple Intelligence the boost it needs. Rumors like these are certainly interesting to see, but again, we have to take them with a heavy grain of salt. The common consensus is that Apple will release the new line of iPhones in early September, so we likely don't have long to wait to see how many of the rumors prove to be accurate. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
