Dennis Sellers

<p>Morgan Stanley <a href="http://blogs.barrons.com/techtraderdaily/2016/11/11/apples-tax-holiday-westerns-trump-risk-per-morgan-stanley/?mod=BOLBlog">analyst Katy Huberty notes</a> that 37% of Apple's market capitalization, or $216 billion, is held overseas. Should a <a href="https://www.donaldjtrump.com/policies/tax-plan">prospective 10% repatriation</a> allowance occur, the company could save $54 billion in tax expense if it chooses to bring that sum back onshore.</p>

<p>Scosche’s $29.99 <a target="_blank" href="http://www.scosche.com/magnetic-wall-charger" rel="noopener noreferrer">MagicMount Wall Charger</a> lets you dock a mobile device such as an iPhone 7/7 Plus to a wall socket. That’s pretty handy, as it helps alleviate cord clutter and entanglements.</p>

<p>Apple, Nike, New Balance, Playboy and Sketchers USA are the most popular U.S. brands <a target="_blank" href="http://www.marketwatch.com/story/apple-nike-and-playboy-among-most-popular-us-brands-on-alibabas-singles-day-2016-11-11" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to sales</a> from Alibaba Group Holding’s Singles Day sales. Sales from the day totaled $17.8 billion, up more than 24% from the record $14.3 billion sold last year.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.pyleusa.com/">Pyle USA</a> has introduced the $99.99 <a href="https://www.pyleusa.com/portable-instant-photo-printer-wireless-digital-picture-printing-for-iphone-or-android-smartphone-camera.html">Pyle Portable Instant Photo Printer</a>, a wireless digital picture printer for iPhone and Android devices that weighs just one pound and measures 6 x 3 inches. </p>

<p>Audioengine has introduced the HD3 wireless music system with a variety of connection options: wireless or wired, digital or analog. </p>

<p>Alawar and Warm Lamp Games have announced that their dystopia simulator Beholder is now available on <a target="_blank" href="http://store.steampowered.com/app/475550" rel="noopener noreferrer">Steam </a>for Mac, Windows, and Linux systems. The game puts you in the shoes of Carl, a state-installed Landlord tasked by a totalitarian State to spy on his tenants. </p>

<p>A new <a href="http://www.juniperresearch.com/CMSModules/Newsletters/CMSPages/Redirect.ashx?linkguid=030681cc-aeec-4474-8157-bac1332b4b26&email=submitnews%40applecentral.com&hash=898d7744c1fb18e3162d64eeaff77c4d3cc1a3b3101c2b7a131d8a324f3f7a58">Juniper Research</a> study has forecast that there will be nearly 60 million smartphone virtual reality (VR) headsets shipped in 2021, an increase of around 240% on an expected 16.8 million this year. However, the lower price of these devices means they will only account for 7% of hardware revenue.</p>

<p>Apple has been granted a patent (number 9,489,086) for “finger hover detection for improved typing” when using onscreen keyboards on devices such as iPhone and iPads.</p>

<p>Some folks think Apple will enter the 3D printer market. I'm dubious, but, whoever the vendors, someone's going to make money off the market if data from MarketsandMarkets is correct.</p>

<p>There’s lots of rumors/speculation making the rounds today about future iPhones, iPads, and the release of the AirPods. Here’s a summary:</p>

<p>On a regular basis, <em>Apple World Today</em> posts a list of notable new apps or app updates that have been released. They may not necessarily be new, but they're popular and deserve mention. Here are today's picks.</p>

<p>NewerTech has introduced the NuPower 60W USB-C Power Adapter, featuring two USB charging ports. It’s targeted to users who must manage multiple power adapters for their computer and mobile devices.</p>

<p>Apple has released iBooks StoryTime for the fourth generation Apple TV. It’s a free tvOS app that offers curated children's books with Read-Aloud navigation and illustrations.</p>

<p>If you need to protect your iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus from water and other liquids, Dog & Bone’s <a target="_blank" href="http://www.dogandbonecases.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">Splash44 Case</a> is a viable option. </p>

<p>Starting with OS X Yosemite 10.10.3, Photos replaced iPhotos on the Mac. If, like my wife, you kept using iPhotos before easing into Photos, you’ve probably got two different photo libraries on your Mac, which can be a pain and a storage hog. Thankfully, you can merge ‘em. To migrate another photo library manually: </p>