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AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. Following an interview critical of the service on Monday, Tom Hanks has clarified some of his feelings about the release of "Greyhound" on Apple TV+ . Hanks previously told The Guardian that the "Greyhound" release on Apple TV instead of in cinemas was an " absolute heartbreak ," largely due to the differences in picture and sound quality. In a televised interview on NBC's "Today" show on Tuesday morning, Hanks has added some additional clarifications about "Greyhound" on Apple TV. He said that he's "actually thrilled that Apple TV+ is making it possible for everyone to see it." Hanks went on to call theater closures due to the coronavirus health crisis "heartbreaking," and added that Apple "saved the day for us" by allowing anyone with an Apple TV+ … [Read more...] about Tom Hanks now says ‘Greyhound’ film was ‘rescued at sea’ by Apple TV+

This week Apple executives are once more slated to attend Allen & Co.'s annual conference in Sun Valley, Idaho, where they will hobnob with fellow corporate leaders from companies like Amazon, Facebook, Disney, and AT&T. Apple's attendance was reported by Variety , though the trade publication didn't name specific guests. Most likely the company will send CEO Tim Cook and senior VP Eddy Cue , both of whom have been Sun Valley regulars . The conference is a prime opportunity for business leaders to network with each other and forge preliminary business deals. In 2018, some other guests included media baron Rupert Murdoch, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, Google CEO Sundar Pichai, and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Past deals originating at Sun Valley have included Disney's $19 billion ABC/Capital Cities buyout, and Bezos' takeover of the Washington Post . This year's conference comes at a critical time for Apple, as it's preparing to launch two new services this … [Read more...] about Apple heads to Sun Valley 2019 conference as Apple TV+ launch looms

AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. The release of the Tom Hanks movie "Greyhound" on Apple TV instead of cinemas is an "absolute heartbreak" to the film star, an interview reveals, with Hanks also using the opportunity to poke fun at Apple's PR policies during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In the days before the July 10 premiere of "Greyhound" on Apple TV+, veteran actor Tom Hanks has to take on the usual gauntlet of interviews and public appearances expected of such a star. However, the movie's marketing is being tempered by the continuing coronavirus pandemic, which has impacted not only the interview, but the release of the movie and Hanks' life. Originally intended for a theatrical release, Greyhound is instead being offered through the Apple-owned streaming service, due to COVID-19 social … [Read more...] about Tom Hanks disappointed with Apple TV+ ‘Greyhound’ release

AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. Apple TV+ on Thursday shared its first branded trailer for "Greyhound," an upcoming WWII film starring Tom Hanks that will debut on the Apple streaming service in July. The Apple TV+ original film was originally slated for a theatrical release on Father's Day. Due to the coronavirus , it will now debut in the Apple TV app on Friday, July 10. Hanks plays Captain George Krause, a naval officer who leads an international armada of ships on a mission to deliver troops and supplies to allied forces during the Battle of the Atlantic. Alongside Hanks, the film will also start Stephen Graham, Rob Morgan and Elisabeth Shue. Apple purchased the rights to "Greyhound" from Sony in a deal estimated to be worth $70 million . Sony kept the rights to debut the film in … [Read more...] about Apple TV+ film ‘Greyhound’ to premiere on July 10

Review AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. "Defending Jacob," now on Apple TV+, is a gripping slow-burn drama about what happens to a family when their son is accused of a brutal murder. Chris Evans in Defending Jacob, premiering April 24 on Apple TV+. In February, director Rian Johnson, of the 2019 movie Knives Out , revealed that when Apple provides products for movies, the company frowns upon allowing villainous characters to use iPhones. In Johnson's film, the character who turns out to be the main villain, played by Chris Evans, does not use an iPhone, although his nephew (Jaeden Martell), who's referred to as "the Nazi child," does . Just a few months later, we have a new Apple TV+ limited series, Defending Jacob , that stars both of those actors, Chris Evans and Jaeden … [Read more...] about Apple TV+ review: ‘Defending Jacob’ a compelling showcase for Chris Evans

Feature AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. Apple doesn't release ratings data, but third party data says the limited series "Defending Jacob" is the closest thing the service has to a breakout hit. Defending Jacob , the Apple TV+ limited series starring Chris Evans as a lawyer whose teenaged son is accused of murdering a classmate, wraps up its run with its finale episode May 29. The series, which combines elements of family drama, psychological thriller and courtroom procedural, was based on a novel of the same name by William Landay. Since Apple TV+ launched in November 2019, it hasn't had seen any of its shows emerge as a massive, culture-grabbing smash. But in recent months, there have been various indications that Defending Jacob has been something close to a breakout for Apple. … [Read more...] about Just as it ends, ‘Defending Jacob’ looks like the most popular Apple TV+ show

The new HBO Max is available now, and curates over 10,000 hours of content for all ages, drawing from an extensive, 100-year old library owned by WarnerMedia. Launch day premieres include all-new Looney Tunes Cartoons, Anna Kendrick in the HBO Max Original "Love Life," Documentary "On the Record," and famous YouTuber LAurDIY's new series Craftopia. Sesame Street's own Elmo has a show — "The Not Too Late Show with Elmo." After the initial launch, HBO Max Originals will be released on a regular cadence. Upcoming shows will include "The Flight Attendant," based on the best seller by Chris Bohjalian; the "Friends" unscripted cast reunion, and a three-part documentary series on Amy Schumer titled "Expecting Amy." HBO Max pulls from WarnerMedia's century-old library of fan favorites, including content from CNN, TNT, TBS, truTV, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Crunchyroll, Rooster Teeth, Looney Tunes, and more. A selection of classic films are available through a partnership … [Read more...] about HBO Max launches on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV

AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. Apple has informed partner suppliers that it has reduced iPhone 12 mini production plans for the first half of 2021, with manufacturing of some specialty parts suspended altogether, according to a report on Wednesday. Citing industry sources familiar with the matter, Nikkei reports major suppliers were recently informed of the production shift that marks a change in Apple's procurement strategy. Prior to the reported downward revision, the tech giant was aggressively buying semiconductors, printed circuit boards and displays amid a worldwide parts shortage. Apple is targeting output at around 75 million iPhone units for the first half of 2021, down 20% from December 2020, the report says. Much of that downgrade is blamed on iPhone 12 mini. Nikkei sources note … [Read more...] about Apple reportedly cuts iPhone 12 mini production amid tepid demand

AppleInsider breaks down every record Apple smashed in its gargantuan fiscal quarter ending in December 2020. Apple's first fiscal quarter was one to remember, breaking records left and right on its way to a staggering $111.4 billion in total revenue. While that number was the biggest takeaway, it was far from the only record the company shattered. Total revenue Apple brought in a staggering $111.4B in Q1 2021 During the 1Q 2021 financial quarter, Apple raked in $111.4 billion in total revenue. This is the first time the company has passed $100 billion for a quarter, breaking its previous record of $91.8 billion in the prior year's December-ending quarter. It's all the more surprising that Apple did this during a global pandemic, as many working families cut down on luxury purchases. Impressive iPad and Mac sales boosts may have partially reflected the greater need for work-from-home and Zoom-friendly computing devices. However, the iPhone continued … [Read more...] about Ten records Apple broke in its historic holiday 2020 quarter

AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. The first fiscal of 2021 marks the first time in nine quarters that Apple's Services segment increased revenue by more than 20 percent. Apple Music In Apple's quarterly earnings announcement on Jan. 27, the company announced Services revenue of $15.8 billion for the final three months of 2020, representing a 24% increase over the same period in 2019. "The steep integration of hardware, software and Services have always defined our approach here, and it has delivered an all-time quarterly Services record," Apple CEO Tim Cook said on the earnings call. "This was the first quarter of the Apple One bundle, which brings together many of our great Services into an easy subscription, and with new content being added to these services every day, we feel very optimistic … [Read more...] about Apple raked in record $15.8B in services revenue during Q1