Apple Inc., a global tech giant, has long been a frontrunner in innovation, design, and market dominance. However, as the business landscape evolves, so too do the challenges and potential threats. One critical aspect to consider is the impact of leadership trends on the company's future success. In the next 10 years, several emerging leadership team trends could pose significant challenges to Apple's established position in the market. (more…)

Warren Buffett’s biggest investment coup during his 58 years of leading Berkshire Hathaway is Apple. With Apple’s market value now above $3 trillion, Berkshire Hathaway’s stake in the world’s most valuable company (some 915 million shares) is worth $176 billion, more than five times its cost of $31 billion.  Warren Buffett at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting of shareholders on May 8, 2023 Andrew Bary for Barron’s: How did Buffett do it? He recognized Apple’s strengths and bought the shares inexpensively… While he is known for moving away from a deep-value investment approach—favored by his mentor Benjamin Graham—to growth stocks, he is disciplined in what he pays.   When Buffett was accumulating what has become a nearly 6% stake in Apple from 2016…

As smartphone markets all across the globe wither away, China saw only two manufacturers pick up any new growth so far in 2023 — and Apple is one of them.iPhone 14 Pro MaxThe global smartphone market continues to contract even as 2023 ticks on, but Apple has managed to keep things relatively positive. Folks switching away from Android and opting for Apple's devices seem to be helping with that. Read more...

Both the 40mm and 44mm versions of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 are discounted. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge With Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event just around the corner, the chances we’ll see a new Samsung smartwatch very soon are high. If you can’t wait until then, though, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 has hit a new all-time low at multiple retailers. Right now, you can buy the Bluetooth-enabled 40mm wearable at Amazon, Best Buy, and direct from Samsung in select configurations starting at $199 ($80 off). You can also buy its 44mm variant, which offers a larger screen and battery, starting at around $229 ($81 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. The lightweight Android watch…

Macworld If you’re looking for an iPhone but don’t want to spend a fortune, the third-gen iPhone SE, Apple’s cheapest current handset, is the phone for you. It features a powerful processor (the A15, which also appeared in the flagship iPhone 13 Pro from 2021) at an affordable price, starting at $429 in the U.S. or £449 in the U.K. For a phone that’s even cheaper, however, you may want to consider the second-gen iPhone SE from 2020. Apple no longer sells this device itself, but other vendors may still sell you one for a bargain price. In this article we round up the best deals and discounts currently available on each iPhone SE model, as well as cheap bundle…

Macworld The Mac is an obvious candidate if you’re looking for a computer with which to make music. The choice can be overwhelming, though, with devices ranging from a few hundred dollars or pounds to thousands more than you might spend on a car. In this article we compare them all and explain which Mac is right for you. There was a time when music production required hiring a studio, but technology moves fast. During the 1980s, there was a revolution in analog home recording kit; then the 1990s saw home computers gradually take over. Today, you can do everything from recording pop songs to mastering movie soundtracks on a Mac. But which Mac? That’s the question we’re here to…