New-gadget season is almost here, but our columnist has concluded, after testing hundreds of gizmos over the years, that it pays to wait. Source: NYT > Business – Brian X. Chen
Apple’s Watch Is Smarter, but My Casio Keeps Getting the Job Done
Casio’s basic watches have barely changed in decades, a rare achievement as planned obsolescence is elevated to a corporate art form, our columnist says. Source: NYT > Business – Jeff Sommer
How to Turn an iPhone Into a Work-Only Tool
To prevent distractions, Conor Dougherty, an economics writer, dumped social media and anything fun — even his browser — from his smartphone. Source: NYT > Business – Conor Dougherty
Apple Reports Declining Profits and Slowing Growth, Again
The Silicon Valley behemoth said that its revenue rose slightly in the most recent quarter, but profits still fell as iPhone sales continued to decline. Source: NYT > Business – Jack Nicas
How Updates From Apple and Google Will Change Your Smartphone
New versions of the iOS and Android operating systems are packed with hundreds of new features. Here are the few you should know about. Source: NYT > Business – Brian X. Chen
Apple Backs Off Crackdown on Parental-Control Apps
The iPhone maker acted as tech giants faced more scrutiny over what critics argue is anticompetitive behavior. Source: NYT > Business – Jack Nicas