Dennis Sellers

<p>According to an app in the Google Play Store, at least 10 million Android users have switched to iOS in the last couple of years. As noted by <a target="_blank" href="http://travel12h.info/at-least-10-million-have-left-android-for-an-apple-iphone/" rel="noopener noreferrer">travel12h</a>, this figure is based on an app called Move to iOS, which helps Android users switch to an iPhone.</p>

<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>