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Apple ranked the top consumer brand in Japan
For the first time, Apple has been ranked as the top consumer brand in Japan. In becoming the top consumer brand in Japan, Apple has surpassed brands like Google and Panasonic according to a study carried out by Nikkei BP Consulting. Impressively, Apple jumped 10 spots in a year, leaping from 11 last year to […]
Continue reading...iPhone becomes most popular phone in Japan
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
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For the first time, Apple’s iPhone was the most popular phone in Japan during the fourth quarter of 2012, according to a report from The Mainichi Daily News. Contributing to Apple’s impressive showing – 26.6% share – was the release of the iPhone 4S. Fujitsu Ltd., which took over the mobile phone operations of Toshiba […]
Continue reading...KDDI will carry the iPhone 5, ending Softbank’s iPhone exclusivity in Japan
Monday, September 26, 2011
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It’s a common thought that if one wants to see where US technology is headed, a quick trip over to Japan would be endlessly informative. Because of Japan’s reputation for being on the cutting edge of technology – video chatting via phone was in use there long before the iPhone 4 came out – there […]
Continue reading...iOS 5 includes early earthquake notification feature for Japanese users
Monday, August 22, 2011
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In March 2011, an earthquake known hit the coast of Japan and triggered a massively destructive tsunami with waves that reached as high as 130 feet. The earthquake, measured at 9 on MW scale, was the largest to ever hit Japan and is recorded as one of the five most powerful earthquakes in history. All […]
Continue reading...iPhone and iPad propel Softbank to nearly 500% increase in quarterly profits
Friday, July 29, 2011
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Despite early reports that the iPhone wasn’t a hit in Japan, the only iPhone carrier in the region, Softbank, attributed a 5-fold increase in profits over the past quarter to the popularity of the iPhone as well as the iPad. “The solid growth in average per-user revenue and subscribers are behind our stable profits. I […]
Continue reading...Apple comments on supply chain issues in Japan
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
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During Apple’s earnings conference call, Tim Cook was asked how the Japan earthquakes have affected Apple’s ability to source components for its products. Cook responded, “It’s an Incredible tragedy. Apple has a long history and strong ties to people in Japan. We are very saddened. Regarding our business in Japan. Some revenue impact, but not material […]
Continue reading...Apple puts up “Songs for Japan” section on iTunes to help relief efforts
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
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This is two weeks old but worth mentioning. In light of the earthquake and tsunami disasters that hit Japan three weeks ago, Apple recently put up a special “Songs for Japan” section on iTunes featuring 38 songs from big artists such as Elton John, Shakira, Enjya, Norah Jones, Queen, and Bruno Mars. The songs can only be […]
Continue reading...Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son offers earthquake victims iPhone replacements, offers to pay phone bills of orphans
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
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Masayoshi Son, the founder and CEO of Softbank Capital as well as the CEO of Softbank Mobile, has made a grand gesture following the Japan disasters by offering the 1,200 people relocating to Takeo, Saga where Son is originally from, a free year of living costs (transportation and food) in addition to employment positions. But […]
Continue reading...Apple faces shortage of lithium-ion batteries following Japan quake
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
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A new report from the Wall St. Journal notes that Apple is experiencing shortages of the lithium-ion batteries used in its line of iPods. Going down the supply chain, Apple traced the shortage back to a Japanese chemical manufacturing company called Kureha Corp. Kureha, the report notes, commands a 70% global share of an integral […]
Continue reading...Alleged iPad 2 glass display provider Asahi Glass details impact of Japan disasters
Monday, March 21, 2011
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With 5 iPad 2 component parts believed to be sourced from Japan, analysts have questioned whether or not Apple will be able to keep up with demand once their 2-3 week cushion of supplies runs out. One such component is the iPad 2s glass display, which teardown experts believe comes from Asahi Glass Co. While […]
Continue reading...Satellite photos of Japan: Before and After
Friday, March 18, 2011
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Sad and gripping depiction of the tragedy in Japan using satellite photos courtesy of the New York Times. Note that the photos are interactive via the slider mechanism in the middle of each photo.
Continue reading...Steve Jobs sends email to Apple employees in Japan
Thursday, March 17, 2011
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In light of the ongoing crisis in Japan, Steve Job sent the following email to Apple employees in Japan offering the company’s support to those affected by the earthquake and tsunami. To Our Team in Japan, We have all been following the unfolding disaster in Japan. Our hearts go out to you and your families, […]
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Monday, April 2, 2012
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