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 earned $111.4 billion in revenue in the first quarter of 2021, blasting past the $100 billion barrier for the first time on double-digit growth across all product categories. Announced before the company's usual conference call with analysts, Apple's revenue of $111.4 billion for the quarter ending December 2020 represents growth of 21% on the $91.8 billion seen one year prior , itself a record-setting set of results. Earnings per share is set at $1.68, comparatively higher than the $4.99 seen in Q1 2020 before the four-way stock split . The gross margin of $44.3 billion is up from Q1 2020's $35.2 billion, while operating expenses are up/down year-on-year to $10.8 billion from $9.6 billion. Net profit is $28.8 billion, an improvement from $22.2 billion one … [Read more...] about Apple’s $111.4B Q1 shatters quarterly record with massive growth across all categories
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Ten records Apple broke in its historic holiday 2020 quarter
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
Canadian rapper grabs the beat in Hà Nội
Hồng Vân & Paul Kennedy On July 18, 2017, rap and hip-hop music officially surpassed rock and roll as the most consumed genre of music in the United States. A pivotal moment in music history. Often criticised for its violent, homophobic, and misogynistic lyrics, it’s safe to say this often misunderstood genre of music is not everyone’s cup of tea. In fact you could go as far as to describe rap as the marmite of music. You either love it or hate it. But if you do favour the latter, there’s no getting away from the fact that rap music is big business. American multinational investment bank and financial services company, Goldman Sachs, estimate the rap industry is worth a staggering US$62 billion. By 2030, hip-hop profits are projected to increase by more than double. And it’s not just an American phenomenon as its roots are far more international with many historians saying rap can be traced back centuries to West Africa when village elders would … [Read more...] about Canadian rapper grabs the beat in Hà Nội
Indian vaccine to replace 5-in-1 Quinvaxem: Health ministry
A health worker administers vaccine to a baby at Hà Nội’s Health Preventive Medicine Centre. — VNA/VNS Photo Dương Ngọc Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Health said it would add three new types of vaccines for infants under the national expanded immunisation programme this year. ComBe Five, an India-produced vaccine, will replace the Korean-made Quinvaxem to prevent five common, potentially fatal diseases—diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B and haemophilus influenza type B — in infants. Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Đặng Đức Anh, director of the ministry’s Institute of Hygiene Epidemiology, said vaccine producer Berna Boitech Korea Corporation had stopped the manufacture of Quinvaxem vaccine. The remaining stock of the vaccine was expected to be used completely by the end of May. Thus, the ministry had planned to switch to another type of five-in-one combination vaccine with the same composition and efficacy. The transition to the new … [Read more...] about Indian vaccine to replace 5-in-1 Quinvaxem: Health ministry
Autism awareness campaign launched
Autism awareness campaign launched By Minh Tuan Representatives of CapitaLand Vietnam and saigonchildren, and some celebrities are seen at a press conference on The Steps Challenge 2019 - PHOTO: MINH TUAN HCMC – Saigonchildren and CapitaLand Vietnam this morning announced The Steps Challenge 2019, a community event aiming to bring appropriate care and special education to children with autism in Vietnam. Scheduled for May 25 at Vista Verde in District 2, HCMC, this is a free event designed for the community with activities suitable for many different participants. For six consecutive weeks ahead of the event, saigonchildren and CapitaLand kick-start an online social campaign #stepupforautism, with up to 100 million steps expected from participants and supporters via the internet. Everyone can join this movement by taking photos of the number of steps they have walked or run and posting them on social media with the hashtag #stepupforautism. Each step, each photo … [Read more...] about Autism awareness campaign launched
India’s Lok Sabha Speaker meets Party, State leaders
India’s Lok Sabha Speaker meets Party, State leaders (24-03-2007) Party General Secretary Nong Duc Manh welcomes Speaker of India’s House of the People Somnath Chatterjee. — VNA/VNS Photo Dinh Xuan Tuan HA NOI — Viet Nam and India should adopt measures to improve bilateral relations in line with the interests and aspirations of the two peoples, Party General Secretary Nong Duc Manh said yesterday. He told Somnath Chatterjee, speaker of India’s House of the People, or Lok Sabha, the two sides should further promote their traditional relation and effectively implement agreements signed by leaders. The efforts should contribute to common global goals for peace, independence and social progress, said Manh. The Party leader praised achievements made by the Indian people, which has contributed to the country’s growing position in the region and the world. Manh also recalled fine memories about the Indian people. The Party leader briefed his guest … [Read more...] about India’s Lok Sabha Speaker meets Party, State leaders
The Month in WordPress: December 2020
We bid goodbye to 2020 in style with the release of WordPress 5.6 and the launch of Learn WordPress. But these weren’t the only exciting updates from WordPress in December. Read on to learn more! WordPress 5.6 is here The latest major WordPress release, version 5.6 “Simone”, came out on December 8. The release ships with a new default theme called Twenty Twenty One . It offers a host of features, including: Greater layout flexibility More block patterns Video captioning support Auto-updates Beta-compatibility for PHP 8.0 Application password support for the REST API Updates to jQuery In addition, WordPress 5.6 is now available in 55 languages. You can find more information about the release in the field guide , and you can update to the latest version directly from your WordPress dashboard or by downloading it directly from WordPress.org. A total of 605 people hailing from 57 different countries contributed to the development of WordPress 5.6. @ … [Read more...] about The Month in WordPress: December 2020
Review: MagSafe Duo is almost everything you need, but has too many compromises
Video Apple's MagSafe Duo charging solution is now available. After spending some time with it, we are on the fence about the company's latest iPhone 12 accessory. With Apple's latest iPhones, there are more ways than ever to charge. The most unique, is MagSafe . At the moment, the only official options are Apple's MagSafe charging puck or the new MagSafe Duo. Soon, third-party options will flood the market, including options from Belkin and Scosche, but for the time being, we have Apple's to consider. Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube MagSafe Duo - Design MagSafe Duo is a simple enough product. On one side is a MagSafe wireless charger and on the right is an integrated Apple Watch charging puck. The charging puck operates similar to Apple's own Apple Watch charging stand in that the puck is metal-encased and can flip up or lay flat. MagSafe Duo is powered by Lightning On the opposing side is the MagSafe charger. Unlike … [Read more...] about Review: MagSafe Duo is almost everything you need, but has too many compromises
AirPods Max could experience supply constraints until April
Tim Cook on Wednesday said that supply for Apple's popular AirPods Max could continue to suffer constraints through the first quarter of 2020. Tim Cook announced on Wednesday that the premium headphones would likely be in short supply into the company's second quarter, reports Reuters . AirPods Max was announced in mid-December and are Apple's premiere luxury over-ear headphones. They retail for $550 and are available in five colors, including Silver, Space Gray, Sky Blue, Red, and Green. They feature Apple's H1 chip , which gives them a hundred-foot range, allowing users to freely move around while wearing them. They also feature a Digital Crown, allowing users to easily pause, play, and skip through playlists, as well as summon Siri . Hours into the product's launch, customers saw ship dates slip into 2021 as high demand outstripped supply. Configurations of the device remain sold out through Apple's online storefront and third-party resellers. … [Read more...] about AirPods Max could experience supply constraints until April
Nation celebrates 35 years of diplomatic ties with India
Nation celebrates 35 years of diplomatic ties with India (06-01-2007) HA NOI — The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Associations, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Viet Nam-India Friendship Association and the Indian Embassy held the 35th anniversary of establishing full diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and India (January 1, 1972), yesterday. Minister of Science and Technology and chairman of Viet Nam-India Friendship Association Hoang Van Phong and Indian Ambassador Lal Thla Muana reviewed traditional friendship relations between the two nations. Viet Nam and India had many similarities in history and culture, and the foundation laid by President Ho Chi Minh and Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru had strengthened ties between the two sides over a period of time. The Vietnamese people were thankful for the support given by India during Viet Nam’s national liberation as well as for reconstruction, Minister Phong said. Minister Phong and Indian Ambassador Lal … [Read more...] about Nation celebrates 35 years of diplomatic ties with India