2014-05-09

Apple reportedly nearing $3.2B acquisition of Beats Electronics

Apple reportedly nearing $3.2B acquisition of Beats Electronics
In a somewhat surprising move, Apple is rumored to be in talks with Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics that could see the audio accessories and music streaming service acquired for $3.2 billion."


It's not surprising. In urban environs, beats products are EVERYWHERE. They are the de riguer for DJs and musicians. Kind of like Macs are.

GT Advanced provides update on Apple Arizona partnership in latest earnings results | 9to5Mac

GT Advanced provides update on Apple Arizona partnership in latest earnings results | 9to5Mac
Apple struck a deal with GTA last year to manufacture the sapphire displays that are expected to appear in the next-generation iPhone at a new plant in Mesa, Arizona. Earlier this year the plant was outfitted with enough sapphire crystal furnaces to create an estimated 100-200 million displays. "


Looks like the iPhone6 will be big and indestructible.