94,151 results on '"APPLE Inc."'
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2. Eliminate Strategic Overload.
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OBERHOLZER-GEE, FELIX
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STRATEGIC planning ,VALUE creation ,WILLINGNESS to pay ,JOB satisfaction ,SUPPLIERS ,OPERATING costs - Abstract
As companies respond to intensifying competitive pressures and challenges, they ask more and more of their employees. But organizations often have very little to show for the efforts of their talented and engaged workers. By selecting fewer initiatives with greater impact, companies can make their strategies more powerful. A strategic initiative is worthwhile only if it does one or more of the following: •It creates value for customers by raising their willingness to pay. As your company finds ways to innovate or to improve existing products, the maximum price people will be willing to pay for the offering rises. •It creates value for employees by making work more attractive. Offering better jobs lowers the minimum compensation that you have to offer to attract talent to your business. •It creates value for suppliers by reducing their operating cost. As suppliers’ costs go down, the lowest price they would be willing to accept for their goods falls. As companies expand the total amount of value created for their customers, employees, and suppliers, they position themselves for enduring financial success. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
3. THE WORLD’S MOST ADMIRED COMPANIES.
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Heimer, Matt and DeCarlo, Scott
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CORPORATE ratings ,CORPORATE image - Published
- 2024
4. APPLE HAS MAINTAINED MONOPOLY POWER BY VIOLATING FEDERAL ANTITRUST LAW.
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IPHONE (Smartphone) - Abstract
The article presents a speech by Merrick Garland, U.S. Attorney General delivered at the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. on March 21, 2024. Topics discussed include Apple's alleged monopoly over the iPhone market, the imposition of high costs and restrictions on consumers and developers.
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- 2024
5. Stock market price prediction analysis (LSTM vs EMA).
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Singh, Shimonee, Joshi, Krisha, and Kanna, Deeba
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MARKET prices , *STOCK price forecasting , *MARKET pricing , *STOCK price indexes , *MARKETING forecasting - Abstract
Stock market prediction and its analysis is a growing topic and is a field to research in today's world. Even though the analysis is quite tough there are large number of data sets that have been available for the prediction to be done. In order to increase the quality of the output, this project seeks to forecast the stock market utilizing financial news, analyst opinions, and quotes. It suggests a cutting-edge technique for forecasting the closing price of the stock market. Several researchers have made various contributions in this field of chaotic forecast. The conventional methods up until now have been fundamental and technical analyses. This project's goal is to assess the viability and effectiveness of LSTM and Exponential Moving average for stock market forecasting. EMA works on with regression model and LSTM works in form of 0 and 1 where 0 denotes no input is taken and 1 denotes all the input have taken. In this paper, we have taken datasets of 4 different companies i.e. UniquLo, Netflix, Apple and Amazon with graphical analysis for more clarity. Our paper presents that Moving average method of predicting stock market is more accurate than LSTM with an accuracy difference of 7.76%. The accuracy of MA was 92% and for LSTM was 84.24%. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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6. The Resale Revolution.
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Robertson, Thomas S.
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RESALE ,SECONDARY markets ,GENERATION Z consumers ,CONSUMER behavior ,BRAND loyalty - Abstract
The average U.S. household contains a trove of potentially reusable goods worth roughly $4,500. That’s a lot of trapped value, and companies are at last getting serious about accessing it—by developing new resale capabilities. Resale has been with us for a very long time, of course—at yard sales, on used-car lots, in classified ads. But the magnitude of the market is changing, boosted by Gen Z consumers and a growing demand for sustainability. Some major brands, including Apple, Nike, Rolex, and Walmart, are moving into the market. And GlobalData estimates that the total resale market in the United States is around $175 billion. In this article, Robertson, a former dean of the Wharton School, focuses on the potential benefits of resale and helps leaders think about whether resale makes sense for their brands. Drawing on inter- views with executives who work at companies that are actively pursuing resale and at third-party plat- forms that have become important partners in the resale ecosystem, he offers five guidelines for resale success: (1) design friction-free processes, (2) work with a third-party platform, (3) transition to the Gen Z consumer, (4) integrate brand-loyalty initiatives, and (5) build an integrated portfolio. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
7. Apple Watch 6 vs. Galaxy Watch 4: A Validity Study of Step-Count Estimation in Daily Activities.
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Hong, Kyu-Ri, Hwang, In-Whi, Kim, Ho-Jun, Yang, Seo-Hyung, and Lee, Jung-Min
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APPLE Watch , *SMARTWATCHES , *MOBILE apps , *MOBILE health , *ACTIVITIES of daily living , *IPHONE (Smartphone) , *ABSOLUTE value - Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the validity of two wearable smartwatches (the Apple Watch 6 (AW) and the Galaxy Watch 4 (GW)) and smartphone applications (Apple Health for iPhone mobiles and Samsung Health for Android mobiles) for estimating step counts in daily life. A total of 104 healthy adults (36 AW, 25 GW, and 43 smartphone application users) were engaged in daily activities for 24 h while wearing an ActivPAL accelerometer on the thigh and a smartwatch on the wrist. The validities of the smartwatch and smartphone estimates of step counts were evaluated relative to criterion values obtained from an ActivPAL accelerometer. The strongest relationship between the ActivPAL accelerometer and the devices was found for the AW (r = 0.99, p < 0.001), followed by the GW (r = 0.82, p < 0.001), and the smartphone applications (r = 0.93, p < 0.001). For overall group comparisons, the MAPE (Mean Absolute Percentage Error) values (computed as the average absolute value of the group-level errors) were 6.4%, 10.5%, and 29.6% for the AW, GW, and smartphone applications, respectively. The results of the present study indicate that the AW and GW showed strong validity in measuring steps, while the smartphone applications did not provide reliable step counts in free-living conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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8. Exploring pillars of supply chain competitiveness: insights from leading global supply chains.
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Sarker, Sudipa, Rashidi, Kamran, Gölgeci, Ismail, Gligor, David M., and Hsuan, Juliana
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This paper aims to explore key pillars of supply chain competitiveness (SCC) and understand how top supply chains remain competitive in the long term. The research design is divided into two phases. First, an extensive review of the scholarly SCC literature is conducted to identify the core pillars that help achieve SCC. Second, the literature published in practitioner outlets on the five selected companies of Gartner's Supply Chain Top 25 is scrutinized to understand how top supply chains apply the core pillars of SCC in practice. A total of 193 scientific and practitioner articles were analyzed to develop the key pillars of SCC. This study identified six key pillars of SCC in the literature: innovation, sustainability, collaboration, information technology, agility, and flexibility. It has been found that a combination of these pillars, if not all, will be required to remain competitive in the post-COVID-19 era. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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9. Novel evaluation method for facial nerve palsy using 3D facial recognition system in iPhone.
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Hasebe, Koki, Kojima, Tsuyoshi, Okanoue, Yusuke, Yuki, Ryohei, Yamamoto, Hirotaka, Otsuki, Shuya, Fujimura, Shintaro, and Hori, Ryusuke
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HUMAN facial recognition software , *FACIAL paralysis , *FACIAL nerve , *APPLICATION software , *EVALUATION methodology - Abstract
While subjective methods like the Yanagihara system and the House-Brackmann system are standard in evaluating facial paralysis, they are limited by intra- and inter-observer variability. Meanwhile, quantitative objective methods such as electroneurography and electromyography are time-consuming. Our aim was to introduce a swift, objective, and quantitative method for evaluating facial movements. We developed an application software (app) that utilizes the facial recognition functionality of the iPhone (Apple Inc., Cupertino, USA) for facial movement evaluation. This app leverages the phone's front camera, infrared radiation, and infrared camera to provide detailed three-dimensional facial topology. It quantitatively compares left and right facial movements by region and displays the movement ratio of the affected side to the opposite side. Evaluations using the app were conducted on both normal and facial palsy subjects and were compared with conventional methods. Our app provided an intuitive user experience, completing evaluations in under a minute, and thus proving practical for regular use. Its evaluation scores correlated highly with the Yanagihara system, the House-Brackmann system, and electromyography. Furthermore, the app outperformed conventional methods in assessing detailed facial movements. Our novel iPhone app offers a valuable tool for the comprehensive and efficient evaluation of facial palsy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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10. An improved technique for stock price prediction on real-time exploiting stream processing and deep learning.
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Bandhu, Kailash Chandra, Litoriya, Ratnesh, Jain, Anshita, Shukla, Anand Vardhan, and Vaidya, Swati
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STOCK prices ,STOCK price forecasting ,STANDARD deviations ,FEATURE selection ,DATA scrubbing ,IPHONE (Smartphone) ,DEEP learning - Abstract
The proposed model is a Deep Learning (DL) based method employing Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks for forecasting stocks. The aim of this approach is forecasting stock prices of Apple Inc. using statistics on previous stock prices obtained from Tiingo. The proposed model consists of several stages of processing and modelling, including data cleaning, feature selection, feature scaling, model building, model evaluation, model improvement, and prediction. Cleaning, organising, and transforming raw data into a format appropriate for analysis are all parts of data pre-processing. Feature engineering involves the data extraction and selection of relevant features for accuracy improvement of the model. The scaling of features involves normalising the data to prevent bias in the model. The LSTM models are built and evaluated using multiple metrics such as Mean Squared Error (MAE) and Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE). The model is iteratively improved using a combination of hyperparameter tuning and feature engineering. Finally, the model is then used to forecast stock prices for the following 30 days, and the accuracy of the forecasts is determined. The proposed methodology is designed to outperform traditional LSTM models for predicting the future price of stock by incorporating novel techniques, for feature engineering and model refinement. The suggested design is a comprehensive approach for forecasting future stock prices using DL based techniques. The model is designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing for customization for different datasets and prediction horizons. It represents a significant improvement over existing LSTM models for stock price prediction to be valuable in a variety of financial industry applications. This paper collects data from Tiingo API and uses stacked LSTM to train the model. The experimental results give only 0.0813 RMSE, which proves that the model is more accurate and precise. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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11. Developments in National Competition Laws.
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Zschocke, Christian and Masling, Michael
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CONTRACTS ,CARTELS ,LETTING of contracts ,CRIME ,BUSINESSPEOPLE ,GENERATIVE artificial intelligence ,GOVERNMENT policy - Published
- 2024
12. Apple Inc SWOT Analysis.
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HIGH technology industries ,HOUSEHOLD electronics ,SWOT analysis - Abstract
A SWOT analysis of Apple Inc is presented.
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- 2024
13. India: Consumer Electronics Report.
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HOUSEHOLD electronics industry ,SWOT analysis - Abstract
An industry report for the consumer electronics industry in India is presented from publisher Business Monitor International (BMI), with topics including consumer electronics SWOT analysis, industry trends from 2018 to 2022, and profiles of companies in the industry including Apple Inc., Xiaomi, and Samsung.
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- 2024
14. Does Industry Competition Influence Analyst Coverage Decisions and Career Outcomes?
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Hsu, Charles, Li, Xi, Ma, Zhiming, and Phillips, Gordon M.
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ECONOMIC competition ,BUSINESS analysts ,DECISION making ,COMMERCIAL products ,INDUSTRIES ,INVESTORS - Abstract
We analyze whether industry competition influences analyst coverage decisions and whether analysts benefit from covering product market competitors. We find that analysts are more likely to cover a firm when this firm competes with more firms already covered by the analyst. We also find that the intensity of competition among these competitors is additionally important to the coverage decision. Moreover, we find that analysts who cover product market competitors are more likely to obtain analyst star status. These results are consistent with the importance to analysts of industry competition and product market knowledge accumulated through covering product market competitors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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15. FoundationDB: A Distributed Key-Value Store.
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Jingyu Zhou, Meng Xu, Shraer, Alexander, Namasivayam, Bala, Miller, Alex, Tschannen, Evan, Atherton, Steve, Beamon, Andrew J., Sears, Rusty, Leach, John, Rosenthal, Dave, Xin Dong, Wilson, Will, Collins, Ben, Scherer, David, Grieser, Alec, Yang Liu, Moore, Alvin, Muppana, Bhaskar, and Xiaoge Su
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NONRELATIONAL databases , *CLOUD computing , *OPEN source software , *METADATA , *CLOUD storage - Abstract
FoundationDB is an open-source transactional key-value store created more than 10 years ago. It is one of the first systems to combine the flexibility and scalability of NoSQL architectures with the power of ACID transactions. FoundationDB adopts an unbundled architecture that decouples an in-memory transaction management system, a distributed storage system, and a built-in distributed configuration system. Each sub-system can be independently provisioned and configured to achieve scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance. FoundationDB includes a deterministic simulation framework, used to test every new feature under a myriad of possible faults. This rigorous testing makes FoundationDB extremely stable and allows developers to introduce and release new features in a rapid cadence. FoundationDB offers a minimal and carefully chosen feature set, which has enabled a range of disparate systems to be built as layers on top. FoundationDB is the underpinning of cloud infrastructure at Apple, Snowflake, and other companies, due to its consistency, robustness, and availability for storing user data, system metadata and configuration, and other critical information. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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16. How the iPhone's A18 Pro chip will supercharge Apple's AI revolution.
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CROSS, JASON
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IPHONE (Smartphone) , *ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *MACHINE learning , *IMAGE recognition (Computer vision) - Abstract
The article discusses the potential improvements and features of Apple's upcoming A18 Pro chip, which is expected to be used in the iPhone 16 Pro models. The A18 Pro chip is anticipated to have enhanced AI performance, with improvements in CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine capabilities. The chip will likely be manufactured using a 3nm process and may have a larger size and increased transistor count compared to its predecessor. Other potential upgrades include faster RAM, a Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 modem for improved 5G connectivity, and features such as Ultra Wideband, Bluetooth, and NFC. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
17. Should Apple make a touchscreen Mac?
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HENRY, CHARLOTTE
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IPADS ,MACINTOSH (Computer) ,MICROSOFT Surface (Computer) ,NEWSPAPER reading - Abstract
The article discusses whether Apple should develop a touchscreen Mac. While Apple has been insistent that the iPad and Mac are different devices for different use cases, a recent patent suggests that Apple may be interested in developing a touchscreen notebook. Two-in-one devices, such as the Microsoft Surface, offer greater flexibility and can be used as both a notebook and a tablet. However, using a touchscreen device in 'laptop mode' can be uncomfortable, and there are limitations to iPadOS that make it less functional than macOS. Ultimately, Apple may be intentionally keeping the iPad and Mac separate to encourage users to buy both devices. The article concludes that while Apple may eventually change its mind and release a touchscreen computer, it may be better for the company to continue improving its existing iPad and Mac offerings. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
18. You're Going to Want to Shop the Prime Day Apple Deals, Trust Us.
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Canning, Kristin
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APPLE Watch ,MENSTRUAL cycle - Abstract
The article discusses the Prime Day Apple deals, which include discounted AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and more. The author highlights the top Apple deals, such as the AirPods Pro Wireless Earbuds, AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Apple Watch Series 9 Smartwatch, iPad Mini, iPad, Apple Pencil Pro, MacBook Air Laptop, Magic Mouse, and AirTags. The author provides information on the features and benefits of each product, including their use for fitness, wellness, and everyday life. The article emphasizes the rarity of Apple products being on sale and encourages readers to take advantage of the discounts. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
19. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT APPLE'S NEW iPAD PRO M4.
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HASLAM, KAREN
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ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *RAY tracing , *ALUMINUM recycling , *IPADS , *HIGH technology industries , *IPHONE (Smartphone) - Abstract
Apple has released the new iPad Pro for 2024, featuring the M4 chip and improved display technology. The iPad Pro comes in two sizes, 11 inch and 13 inch, and is described as the thinnest Apple product ever. It includes updated cameras, improved audio, and supports Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 connectivity. The M4 chip offers faster CPU performance, advanced AI capabilities, and enhanced power efficiency. The iPad Pro is available for purchase now, with prices starting at $999 for the 11-inch model and $1,299 for the 13-inch model. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
20. The iPad Pro's M4 chip breaks the rules and changes everything about Apple silicon.
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SNELL, JASON
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IPHONE (Smartphone) , *SILICON , *RANDOM access memory - Abstract
The article discusses the release of the M4 chip in the new iPad Pro and its implications for future Apple devices. The M4 chip is a redesign that utilizes a second-generation 3nm chip technology. It is speculated that the next-generation iPhones will also feature the M4 chip, while the Mac lineup will transition to the M4 by the end of next year. The article highlights that the M4 chip may not offer a significant performance boost compared to the previous M3 chip. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
21. iPad Pro 13-inch M4.
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Russell, Josh
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IPADS - Abstract
The article evaluates Apple's iPad Pro model, emphasizing its groundbreaking features that redefine the tablet experience.
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- 2024
22. AWARDS 2024.
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Nield, David and Cox, Alex
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WEARABLE technology ,MINIATURE electronic equipment - Abstract
The article offers information on standout products awarded at the T3 Awards 2024. Topics include Bose's QuietComfort Ultra Headphones awarded for there superior sound quality; Samsung's galaxy S24 ultra awarded as best smartphone; and Apple watch by Apple awarded as best in class wearable technology in smart wearable's category.
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- 2024
23. Horizon.
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IPADS ,APPLE computers - Abstract
The article offers information on the 2024 iPad Air lineup from Apple, highlighting its strategic pricing and features.
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- 2024
24. Apple's approach to opening up the iPhone is causing nothing but problems.
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SNELL, JASON
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IPHONE (Smartphone) , *BUSINESS planning - Abstract
Apple's approach to opening up the iPhone is causing problems for consumers, developers, the EU, and Apple itself. The European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) has forced Apple to comply with regulations targeting its business practices. However, Apple's compliance seems to focus on satisfying the letter of the law rather than the spirit, which has led to criticism from European regulators. Apple's strategy appears to be incremental compliance, making minimal changes and waiting for further guidance from regulators. This approach carries risks, as Apple needs to maintain a good relationship with regulators to avoid punishment. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
25. Why I'm not switching my most powerful Intel Mac to Apple silicon just yet.
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TREVISAN, THIAGO
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SILICON , *EXTERNAL hard disk drives , *AFTERLIFE , *MEMES - Abstract
The article discusses the author's decision to stick with their 2019 Intel Mac Pro instead of upgrading to the new Apple silicon Mac Pro. The author praises the 2019 Mac Pro for its upgradability and unique features, such as the ability to add more RAM and upgrade the graphics card. They also highlight the advantage of being able to expand storage internally, which is not offered by the newer Mac Studio. However, the article acknowledges that the 2019 Mac Pro has its drawbacks, such as limited support for future macOS updates and lower power efficiency compared to Apple silicon Macs. Overall, the author suggests that while the 2019 Mac Pro still has life left in it, the new Apple silicon Macs are becoming increasingly attractive options. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
26. 'Candidatus Phytoplasma mali' SAP11-Like protein modulates expression of genes involved in energy production, photosynthesis, and defense in Nicotiana occidentalis leaves.
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Mittelberger, Cecilia, Moser, Mirko, Hause, Bettina, and Janik, Katrin
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NICOTIANA benthamiana , *PROTEIN expression , *NICOTIANA , *CANDIDATUS , *HOST plants , *COLONIZATION (Ecology) - Abstract
Background: 'Candidatus Phytoplasma mali', the causal agent of apple proliferation disease, exerts influence on its host plant through various effector proteins, including SAP11CaPm which interacts with different TEOSINTE BRANCHED1/ CYCLOIDEA/ PROLIFERATING CELL FACTOR 1 and 2 (TCP) transcription factors. This study examines the transcriptional response of the plant upon early expression of SAP11CaPm. For that purpose, leaves of Nicotiana occidentalis H.-M. Wheeler were Agrobacterium-infiltrated to induce transient expression of SAP11CaPm and changes in the transcriptome were recorded until 5 days post infiltration. Results: The RNA-seq analysis revealed that presence of SAP11CaPm in leaves leads to downregulation of genes involved in defense response and related to photosynthetic processes, while expression of genes involved in energy production was enhanced. Conclusions: The results indicate that early SAP11CaPm expression might be important for the colonization of the host plant since phytoplasmas lack many metabolic genes and are thus dependent on metabolites from their host plant. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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27. Apple's antitrust paradox.
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Wörsdörfer, Manuel
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ANTITRUST law , *BUSINESS ethics , *ORDOLIBERALISM , *LAW & ethics - Abstract
This paper builds on Khan's work on Amazon by transferring her normative framework to Apple. It explores the company's anti-competitive business practices, main antitrust concerns, and the currently proposed reform measures from an innovative business ethics and law (i.e., ordoliberal) perspective. The paper argues that one of the key issues with Apple is the company's closed ecosystem combined with its role as an internet gatekeeper. The E.U.'s Digital Markets Act, which aims to open Apple's ecosystem – via data portability, interoperability, and multi-homing requirements – is a necessary step in the right direction. Yet, it is insufficient to prevent the lock-in effects of a 'walled product garden' and ensure complete device and platform neutrality. That is, additional steps must be taken to overcome Apple's dual role as a platform operator and service provider and inhibit the company from engaging in anti-competitive business conduct. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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28. Modifying Language for a Higher Goal: Investigating Quantitative Features of Apple's Launch Event Speech from 2016 to 2022.
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Zhou, Yikai, Jiang, Jingyang, and Liu, Haitao
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SPEECH , *COVID-19 pandemic , *LINGUISTIC complexity , *STRATEGIC communication , *PRODUCT launches , *PERSUASION (Psychology) - Abstract
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Apple Inc. switched its product launch from onsite events to pre-recorded online broadcasts. Yet this form has been carried on even though the pandemic has faded. It is unclear if this shift was accompanied by a move in language complexity and how the communication effect was influenced. This study analysed Apple's product launch events from 2016 to 2022 using quantitative linguistics metrics such as lexical complexity, word token length, entropy, readability, and sentence length distribution. The analysis adopted the reach-effect-durability framework for interpreting the effects of strategic communication. The results showed that Apple's online product launch events featured richer and longer words, increased text difficulty, and a decrease in the proportion of short sentences. Such changes happened in a balanced manner that can be interpreted in view of the driving and restraining forces resulting from the mode shift of the launch event. This study demonstrates the feasibility of assessing efforts and strategies used in a communication campaign through quantitative text analysis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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29. The mediating role of perceived brand authenticity between brand experience and brand love: a cross-cultural perspective.
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Rodrigues, Clarinda, Brandão, Amélia, Billore, Soniya, and Oda, Tetsuhisa
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BRAND loyalty ,CONSUMER culture theory ,CONSCIOUSNESS raising ,BRAND name products ,BRANDING (Marketing) ,PLACE marketing - Abstract
This research investigates the mediating role of perceived brand authenticity (PBA) between brand experience (BE) and brand love (BL) of global high-tech brands Apple and Samsung. A quantitative study was conducted in Japan, India, and Portugal. The research found evidence that PBA is a multidimensional, reflective-formative higher-order construct composed of two lower-order components namely PBA Core and PBA Peripheral. The findings also contribute to understand how consumers are impacted by different BE and PBA dimensions using the lens of consumer culture theory and how BL is formed as a social-cultural phenomena. Finally, the study demonstrates for the first time that relationship intensity and self-authenticity moderate the effect of BE on PBA. Although limited to three countries and high-tech brands, the findings are of relevance to global brands by raising awareness that culture plays a key role in how consumers perceive authentic brand experiences and how passionate feelings for global brands can be strengthened. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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30. A new test for unit roots with a partial quadratic trend.
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Li, Yanglin, Wang, Shaoping, Jin, Sainan, and Xiao, Zhijie
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ASYMPTOTIC distribution ,PRICES ,DIVIDENDS ,PRICE increases - Abstract
This paper proposes a new test for unit root processes with a partial quadratic trend on an unknown break date, denoted as the URQ process herein. Such a process is extremely similar to the explosive bubble process, and both can capture the sharp rise in prices. We develop the asymptotic distributions under the local-to-unity hypothesis, which covers the URQ null and explosive root alternatives. Simulations show that the test has good finite sample performances and can differentiate explosive bubble processes from URQ processes. An application to the Kweichow Moutai and Apple stocks, which exhibit striking price rises during their respective sample periods, shows that both prices follow URQ processes. We further provide a fundamental analysis. The significant increases in earnings, returns, dividends, and fundamental score after the partial quadratic trend occurs provide evidence that a fundamental improvement rather than a bubble mainly drives such drastic price rises. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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31. The App Store Dilemma: Revenue "Cuts," App Restrictions, and Payment Systems, Is There Unfair Competition?
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Schlaefli, Pierre
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PAYMENT systems , *MONOPOLIES , *APPLICATION stores - Abstract
In Epic Games, Inc. v. Apple Inc., the United States District Court for the Northern District of California held that Apple did not operate a monopoly in its App Store marketplace, offered through its famously known mobile device, the "iPhone." Both parties appealed aspects of the district court's decision to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, which affirmed the decision in full, except for the award of attorney fees. While this App Store dilemma continues to unfold, several companies, U.S. states, and even the U.S. Congress have sided in favor of Epic, trying to provide support in its fight for a fairer App Store. This Note examines where the district court erred, and where it correctly applied the law. It also analyzes Epic's future chances, as there is a lot of work to be done before victory can be claimed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
32. La radio cercenada: la privatización móvil de la comunicación pública.
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CÁRDENAS, Alejandro
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PUBLIC communication , *TELECOMMUNICATION systems , *TELECOMMUNICATION , *WIRELESS Internet , *CELL phones , *SOCIAL media , *INTERNATIONAL business enterprises - Abstract
From a documentary historical perspective, the commercial expansion of telecommunications systems from first-world countries that have maintained a dominant presence in Mexico for 100 years is analyzed. The activated FM receiver in cell phones, which Apple has decided not to activate, serves as an example of the need to regulate the power of multinational corporations, which diminishes visibility in public communication and social media. Neither the public pressure from authorities, industry, and civil society in Mexico, Canada, nor the United States has succeeded in dissuading the iPhone from allowing such signals on its devices, thereby favoring the sales of headphones, music services, and mobile broadband data payments. Contributions from direct contact with media representatives and regulatory bodies are included. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
33. Forecasting Financial Market Trends in a Complex Business Environment.
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Wang, Xiuyan
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BUSINESS forecasting , *MACHINE learning , *CONVOLUTIONAL neural networks , *DEEP learning , *MARKETING forecasting , *STOCK price forecasting - Abstract
Applications for the stock market that can be relied upon to provide the information regular and professional investors need to make better-informed purchases are a boon to both. A well-thought-out sales approach may help buyers mitigate risk, zero in on the companies most likely to provide the highest returns, and increase their chances of making a purchase. Due to numerous interrelationships between various company values, executing stock market research utilizing batch processing methods provides an exceptionally tough task. Technology advancements, such as the licensing of global processes, usher in a new age for stock market forecasting. The present market climate has increased the significance of data applications. An interesting and new contribution made by this work is the proposal of a deep learning-based resilience time series model for forecasting future market values. By analyzing financial time series, this study aimed to build a sophisticated strategy for forecasting stock market prices. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) to forecast future market behavior is one of the most intriguing developments in this generation of technological breakthroughs. Particularly promising results have been found when applying deep learning techniques to the task of predicting the actions of market players. In this paper, we propose a method for forecasting the final prices of publicly traded firms like Tesla, Inc. and Apple, Inc. by merging a convolutional neural network with long short-term memory (LSTM). These two methods were both developed with the help of deep learning techniques. The time frame covered by statistics used in these projections is two years. To evaluate the performance of our deep learning models, we compared their market predictions using several different metrics, including mean squared error (MSE), root mean squared error (RMSE), normalized root mean squared error (NRMSE), and Pearson's R. When compared to the options, the CNN-LSTM deep learning algorithm did the best. When comparing convolution neural networks CNN-LSTM model to the normal LSTM and a simpler deep learning variant, the latter showed to be more effective at forecasting stock market values. This was the case when examining all three variants together. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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34. Digital Platform Complementors and the Number of Product Features: Evidence from the Apple iOS App Store.
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Kang, Hye Young
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DIGITAL technology ,MONETIZATION ,KEY performance indicators (Management) - Abstract
This paper explores the understudied question of how the number of product features that a digital platform complementor adds to a product is associated with its performance. Specifically, by integrating consumer behaviour literature into platform research, this paper focuses on three key performance dimensions considered as important for digital platform complementors. Considering the distinctive characteristics of digital platforms, this paper conceptualizes how additional features affect consumer acquisition, consumer retention, and product monetization of a digital platform complementor. This research question is empirically examined in the context of a health and fitness mobile platform in the US Apple iOS App Store, and the panel data analyses are complemented with a randomized online experiment to mitigate endogeneity concerns and lend further credence to the findings. This paper enhances platform research by unravelling an underexplored yet essential topic—how many features a digital platform complementor should include to achieve superior performance and by distinguishing among various key performance measurements on digital platforms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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35. Revolutionizing Depth Sensing: A Review Study of Apple LiDAR Sensor for as-built Scanning Applications.
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Abbas, Sahar F. and Abed, Fanar M.
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LIDAR ,REMOTE sensing ,DETECTORS ,POINT cloud ,CULTURAL property ,OUTDOOR living spaces - Abstract
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36. Enhancing Apple Cultivar Classification Using Multiview Images.
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Krug, Silvia and Hutschenreuther, Tino
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CLASSIFICATION ,MACHINE learning ,CULTIVARS - Abstract
Apple cultivar classification is challenging due to the inter-class similarity and high intra-class variations. Human experts do not rely on single-view features but rather study each viewpoint of the apple to identify a cultivar, paying close attention to various details. Following our previous work, we try to establish a similar multiview approach for machine-learning (ML)-based apple classification in this paper. In our previous work, we studied apple classification using one single view. While these results were promising, it also became clear that one view alone might not contain enough information in the case of many classes or cultivars. Therefore, exploring multiview classification for this task is the next logical step. Multiview classification is nothing new, and we use state-of-the-art approaches as a base. Our goal is to find the best approach for the specific apple classification task and study what is achievable with the given methods towards our future goal of applying this on a mobile device without the need for internet connectivity. In this study, we compare an ensemble model with two cases where we use single networks: one without view specialization trained on all available images without view assignment and one where we combine the separate views into a single image of one specific instance. The two latter options reflect dataset organization and preprocessing to allow the use of smaller models in terms of stored weights and number of operations than an ensemble model. We compare the different approaches based on our custom apple cultivar dataset. The results show that the state-of-the-art ensemble provides the best result. However, using images with combined views shows a decrease in accuracy by 3% while requiring only 60% of the memory for weights. Thus, simpler approaches with enhanced preprocessing can open a trade-off for classification tasks on mobile devices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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37. Feasibility of Using Laser Imaging Detection and Ranging Technology for Contactless 3D Body Scanning and Anthropometric Assessment of Athletes.
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Oberhofer, Katja, Knopfli, Céline, Achermann, Basil, and Lorenzetti, Silvio R.
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OPTICAL radar ,IPADS ,BLAND-Altman plot ,SPEED measurements ,ATHLETES ,LIDAR - Abstract
The scope of this pilot study was to assess the feasibility of using the laser imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology for contactless 3D body scanning of sports athletes and deriving anthropometric measurements of the lower limbs using available software. An Apple iPad Pro 3rd Generation with embedded LiDAR technology in combination with the iOS application Polycam were used. The effects of stance width, clothing, background, lighting, scan distance and measurement speed were initially assessed by scanning the lower limbs of one test person multiple times. Following these tests, the lower limbs of 12 male and 10 female participants were scanned. The resulting scans of the lower limbs were complete for half of the participants and categorized as good in quality, while the other scans were either distorted or presented missing data around the shank and/or the thigh. Bland–Altman plots between the LiDAR-based and manual anthropometric measures showed good agreement, with the coefficient of determination from correlation analysis being R
2 = 0.901 for thigh length and R2 = 0.830 for shank length, respectively. The outcome of this pilot study is considered promising, and a further refinement of the proposed scanning protocol and advancement of available software for 3D reconstruction are recommended to exploit the full potential of the LiDAR technology for the contactless anthropometric assessment of athletes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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38. How Excessive Pricing Jurisprudence Could Help the EU Commission Take a Big Bite Out Of Apple's Commission Fee.
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Cahill, Dermot and Wang, Jing
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PRICES ,JURISPRUDENCE ,ADMINISTRATIVE fees - Abstract
This article considers the European Commission's approach to tackling various Apple anti-competitive strategies. It considers why the European Commission has not applied excessive pricing abuse of dominance jurisprudence to challenge Apple's high commission fees charged to app developers, instead preferring to use a variety of other approaches to restore competition to certain parts of Apple's closed ecosystem. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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39. How three-dimensional sketching environments affect spatial thinking: A functional magnetic resonance imaging study of virtual reality.
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Tung, Yu-Hsin and Chang, Chun-Yen
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FUNCTIONAL magnetic resonance imaging , *PARIETAL lobe , *DIAGNOSTIC imaging , *SPACE perception , *TEMPORAL lobe , *VIRTUAL reality , *LANDSCAPE architecture - Abstract
Designers rely on sketching to visualize and refine their initial ideas, and virtual reality (VR) tools now facilitate sketching in immersive 3D environments. However, little research has been conducted on the differences in the visual and spatial processes involved in 3D versus 2D sketching and their effects on cognition. This study investigated potential differences in spatial and visual functions related to the use of 3D versus 2D sketching media by analyzing functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data. We recruited 20 healthy, right-handed students from the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture with at least three years of experience in freehand landscape drawing. Using an Oculus Quest VR headset controller and a 12.9-inch iPad Pro with an Apple Pencil, we tested participants individually with 3D and 2D sketching, respectively. When comparing 2D and 3D sketches, our fMRI results revealed significant differences in the activation of several brain regions, including the right middle temporal gyrus, both sides of the parietal lobe, and the left middle occipital gyrus. We also compared different sketching conditions, such as lines, geometrical objects (cube), and naturalistic objects (perspective view of a tree), and found significant differences in the spatial and visual recognition of brain areas that support visual recognition, composition, and spatial perception. This finding suggests that 3D sketching environments, such as VR, may activate more visual–spatial functions during sketching compared to 2D environments. The result highlights the potential of immersive sketching environments for design-related processes and spatial thinking. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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40. IREPAIR OR I REPAIR? A DIALECTICAL PROCESS ANALYSIS OF CONTROL ENACTMENT IN THE IPHONE REPAIR AFTERMARKET.
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Recker, Jan, Zeiss, Roman, and Mueller, Mario
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IPHONE (Smartphone) , *AFTERMARKETS , *REPAIRING , *DIALECTIC - Abstract
We study how Apple and independent repair service providers used different physical, regulatory, and digital instruments to influence each other's abilities to control the repair aftermarket of the Apple iPhone between 2007 and 2020. We show how the emergence of digital instruments for enacting control, made possible through emerging functionality for tethering, encryption, and temporary binding implemented in the iPhone itself, was shaped by and shaped the actions of Apple and the independent repair service providers, and led to a dominant tension between encrypted authorization and inscription of control through Apple and collective legal action by independent repair service providers. Our analysis provides a more nuanced understanding of control enactment by highlighting the implications of using different mediums for exercising control, and we provide a new way to understand the dialectics involved in enacting control in digital product aftermarkets. Our study provides insights that can inform the regulation of digital product aftermarkets--in particular, the ongoing debate about rights-to-repair legislation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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41. Affordable Sensors for Speditive and Accurate Documentation of Built Heritage: First Tests and Preliminary Results.
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Martino, Alessio, Lingua, Andrea Maria, and Maschio, Paolo
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OPTICAL scanners ,DETECTORS ,DOCUMENTATION ,CULTURAL identity ,STRUCTURAL health monitoring ,POINT cloud - Abstract
When facing unregulated human interventions, the tumultuous backdrop of wars, and the relentless impact of climate change, a significant effect is held on those structures that stand as custodians of our cultural identity and historical legacy. The need to document their status is an essential first step toward preservation and restoration. This contribution will analyze and compare diverse datasets acquired through three distinct methods: Terrestrial Laser Scanner, Apple's iPhone 15 Pro with no additional tool, and iPhone 15 Pro using Pix4D viDoc RTK Rover to assess the quality and accuracy of point clouds, as well as to determine the feasibility of each technique for the expeditious documentation of endangered built heritage. The use of mass-distributed low-cost sensors provides a rapid and cost-effective means to capture detailed 3D models of built heritage while, at the same time, democratizing the process of documentation. Low-cost sensors not only facilitate documentation but also enhance the efficiency of conservation efforts. The precision of LiDAR sensors helps identify structural vulnerabilities, allowing conservationists to prioritize interventions and allocate resources wisely. Furthermore, detailed imagery will enable conservationists to monitor subtle structural changes over time, acting as an early warning system against potential threats. As an additional aid, the RTK Rover enables centimeter-level positioning accuracy while maintaining a compact and fast deployable design, and the direct measurement of Ground Control Points (GCPs) significantly streamlines the surveying process and equipment footprint. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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42. The Fight to Repair: How the battle over the right to repair is tipping in favor of consumers.
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Kugler, Logan
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RIGHT to repair movement , *AUTOMOBILE industry , *HOUSEHOLD electronics , *MANUFACTURING industries , *INTERNET of things - Abstract
This article examines both the manufacturers' and consumers' side of the right to repair debate, investigating both perspectives. The article discusses the shifting of power in this debate which has previously been on the manufacturers' side but is starting to shift to the consumer. Topics include the right to repair in the automotive industry and how this could be used to extend to mobile devices, citing legislation in both the United States and the European Union.
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43. Are you Ignoring Trends That Could Shake Up Your Business?
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OFEK, ELIE and WATHIEU, LUC
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TRENDS ,BUSINESS planning ,CONSUMER goods ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,DETECTORS - Abstract
Virtually all managers in consumer businesses recognize major social, economic, and technological trends. But many do not consider the profound ways in which trends—especially those that seem unrelated to their core markets—influence consumers’ aspirations, attitudes, and behaviors. As a result, companies may be ceding to rivals an opportunity to transform the industry. For instance, the impact of the digital revolution on consumers’ daily lives is hardly a revelation. But it may be less obvious that heavy digital users tend to focus on short-term goals, demand immediate gratification, and expect to multitask. That insight, the authors argue, is as important for a company that sells lipstick as it is for one that sells smartphones. The authors present a process for identifying the trends that could reshape a business and three strategies for leveraging trends to create new value propositions: Infuse aspects of the trend into the product category to augment traditional offerings, as Coach did with its lower-priced Poppy handbags. Combine aspects of the trend with attributes of the category to produce offerings that transcend it, as Nike did with its Nike+ sports kit and web service. Or counteract negative effects of the trend with new products and services that reaffirm the category’s values, as iToys did with its ME2 video game, which encourages children to be physically active. INSETS: New Value Propositions;Why Firms Fail to Leverage Trends. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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44. Review on methods of antispoofing in face recognition system.
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Chakole, Vijay V. and Dixit, Swati
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HUMAN facial recognition software , *HUMAN fingerprints , *BIOMETRIC identification - Abstract
A challenge arises from the nature of the person. With the advent of the image handling technique, there has been a wonderful change in the method used to look for this physical highlight. Preventing false facial confirmation, which may be accomplished by using a picture, a video, a veil, or any other disguise to pass for another person's face, is the job of facial anti-spoofing. In terms of market share, face recognition is quickly overtaking fingerprint scanning as the most used biometric authentication technique worldwide. Apple's Face-ID technology and the use of eKYC agreements by financial institutions for the onboarding handle are just two examples of the growing number of companies that are sharing data on the prevalence of face recognition in their products. While most research into face recognition has focused on improving how well it performs at confirmation and distinguishing proof errands, the security vulnerabilities of face recognition frameworks have received comparatively little attention until recently. These vulnerabilities include not being able to tell whether a biometric trait was collected from a living or dead person, among other things. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. Apple Inc SWOT Analysis.
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HIGH technology industries ,HOUSEHOLD electronics ,SWOT analysis - Abstract
A SWOT analysis of Apple Inc is presented.
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46. Apple Intelligence in neurosurgery.
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Mohamed, Ali A. and Lucke-Wold, Brandon
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ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *NEUROSURGERY , *LANGUAGE models , *TECHNOLOGICAL innovations , *COMPUTER science - Abstract
With the current artificial intelligence (AI) boom, new innovative and accessible applications requiring minimal computer science expertise have been developed for discipline specific and mainstream purposes. Apple Intelligence, a new AI model developed by Apple, aims to enhance user experiences with new functionalities across many of its product offerings. Although designed for the everyday user, many of these advances have potential applications in neurosurgery. These include functionalities for writing, image generation, and upgraded integrations to the voice command assistant Siri. Future integrations may also include other Apple products such as the vision pro for preoperative and intraoperative applications. Considering the popularity of Apple products, particularly the iPhone, it is important to appraise this new technology and how it can be leveraged to enhance patient care, improve neurosurgical education, and facilitate more efficiency for the neurosurgeon. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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47. Apple's AI features could cost you more than you think
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Apple Inc. ,CNBC L.L.C. ,Cable television broadcasting industry -- Economic aspects ,Artificial intelligence -- Economic aspects ,Computer industry -- Economic aspects ,Microcomputer industry ,Artificial intelligence ,Computer industry ,Consumer news and advice ,General interest - Abstract
(https://www.businessinsider.com/apple) Apple may charge up to $20 monthly for premium Apple Intelligence tools, analysts told CNBC. The subscription model is strategic to offset AI development costs, some say. Apple's AI [...]
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48. Meta, Apple, Microsoft Enhance AI Transparency Under Increasing Scrutiny
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Apple Inc. ,Meta Platforms Inc. ,Microsoft Corp. ,Computer software industry ,Information services industry ,Information services ,Computer industry ,Microcomputer industry ,Computer industry ,Information services industry ,Transportation industry ,Travel industry - Abstract
As demands for accountability intensify, major tech companies like Meta Platforms Inc., Apple Inc., and Microsoft Corp. are stepping up their transparency regarding the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. [...]
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49. Apple to end buy-now-pay-later business
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Apple Inc. ,Computer industry ,Microcomputer industry ,Computer industry ,General interest ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
Global Banking News-June 18, 2024--Apple to end buy-now-pay-later business (C)2024 ENPublishing - http://www.enpublishing.co.uk Global Banking News - 18 June 2024 Technology firm, Apple, Inc has announced plans to end its [...]
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50. I Know What the Apple Vision Pro Is For
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Apple Inc. ,Computer industry ,Microcomputer industry ,Computer industry ,General interest ,News, opinion and commentary ,Apple Vision Pro (Virtual reality device) - Abstract
Byline: Andrew Leland In her childhood bedroom, Maxine Collard had a PC connected to a cathode-ray tube monitor so massive it bowed her desk into a smile that grew deeper [...]
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