• The most important Apple stories of 2014

  2014 was an important year for Apple. No new products — and product categories — in the first half allowed many in the sensationalist, opportunistic media once again to proclaim Apple doomed, Tim Cook a failure, and a haunted empire all that remained for the future. Then, in quick succession,…

• Apple starts streaming 'The Interview' on iTunes

  Sony's movie 'The Interview' starring Seth Rogen and James Franco was finally released after a lot of controversy a few days ago in select theatres and for streaming on Xbox Movies, YouTube and the Google Play Store. Continue reading →

• Apple doesn't run "12 Days of Christmas" giveaway for first time since 2008

  Every Holiday Season, iOS users looked forward to Apple's "12 Days of Christmas" or "12 Days of Gifts" promotion, where the company gave away selected iOS apps, music, music videos and movies for free. This year, however, Apple isn't running the "12 Days of Christmas" promotion. …

• Our Favorite Android, iOS, and Windows Phone Apps of the Week

  Whether you're brandishing a brand new smartphone from a lucrative holiday haul or just looking to add some apps to your tired years-old handset, app developers have been busy through this gift-giving season to pump out some software you're going to want to try. Let's unwrap some apps.…