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Post by CdnPhoto on Mar 10, 2015 9:47:20 GMT -8
no Apple Pay, - it's just exasperating. Especially with Apple Pay where the existing NFC infrasturcture is orders of magnitude greater than the U.S. I know that the banks are working with Apple on this one. Expect them to use the "Yellow Path" to enroll cards.
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Post by phoebear611 on Mar 10, 2015 9:47:44 GMT -8
Why not gold plate an Sport watch and save $9500? Because as soon as you sweat you'll see the silver metal beneath it.
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Post by aaplcrazie on Mar 10, 2015 9:53:28 GMT -8
Think am going to take Tim up on his offer to tell when they screwup, As an Aperture user and professional photographer, the lack of any future development of Aperture feels like a slap in the face. i was a very early adopter/ proponent and invested in Mac upgrades and ext. displays to enhance workflow and to announce its demise just feels like an abandonment of the Pro Market. Its not as if can not afford to keep a small development team active.
Hmph...
The Crazie One
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Post by rob_london on Mar 10, 2015 10:05:31 GMT -8
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Post by firestorm on Mar 10, 2015 10:14:32 GMT -8
Think am going to take Tim up on his offer to tell when they screwup, As an Aperture user and professional photographer, the lack of any future development of Aperture feels like a slap in the face. i was a very early adopter/ proponent and invested in Mac upgrades and ext. displays to enhance workflow and to announce its demise just feels like an abandonment of the Pro Market. Its not as if can not afford to keep a small development team active. Hmph... The Crazie One As a professional photographer myself, I was an early adopter as well, and took part in an early Apple introductory meeting about Aperture in Seattle. Knowing Apple's track record, however, I decided several years ago to abandon Aperture and adopt Adobe Lightroom instead. After all, Apple has the attention span of a five-year-old and gets bored easily. It proved to be a prescient decision. Some here have said that Apple will make the new photography program even better for professionals than Aperture, as they did with Final Cut Pro X for videographers, but I don't see it. More likely it will be a pale imitation of Aperture, and they'll probably get tired of that after a few years and move on to something else. Apple does many things well, but supporting previous versions of software and hardware for professionals is not one of them.
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Post by Mav on Mar 10, 2015 10:28:44 GMT -8
FCPX mostly and "you will like it"
So it goes for creatives. They mostly need third-party solutions. Luckily in ready supply.
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Post by lulli on Mar 10, 2015 10:40:19 GMT -8
Think am going to take Tim up on his offer to tell when they screwup, As an Aperture user and professional photographer, the lack of any future development of Aperture feels like a slap in the face. i was a very early adopter/ proponent and invested in Mac upgrades and ext. displays to enhance workflow and to announce its demise just feels like an abandonment of the Pro Market. Its not as if can not afford to keep a small development team active. I fully agree. At least they should take the features that were in aperture and make sure they bring them over to Photos. I don't care if they don't want to compete for the pro photos market anymore, but I don't see how they can't take the code that was in aperture and port it to Photos. Just hire some people with those hard earned $$ and do it. It's also maddening what they did with keynote. I believe that the new keynote still cannot reliably open all those files produced with the older versions of keynote. I understand the need to do something new and create a new product, but at least make sure that you spend some money to make sure that after some time the new version can do everything the older version could do and that people don't have to worry about their old presentations not being playable anymore. I think it is important to keep customers happy, even if these needs may be those of a minority. It's not as though they don't have the money to do so. And yes, I provided feedback on both issues, but the more the better.
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Post by mace on Mar 10, 2015 11:08:24 GMT -8
I was very impressed with the Researchkit announcement. I think it is an important contribution to science that Apple didn't have to do. I am not a medical professional, but I do understand statistics and much of the medical research done is chilling to read. The initial study that allowed people to use Lithium for treatment of mental illness had 17 patients. There are HIV vaccines that prevented HIV in primates with a 98% success rate that have been in testing for 10 years because of the difficulty in finding volunteers. What impresses me most is that Apple did the work to create this API without a profit incentive. In a world where we have an arrogant, spying company like Google with a motto of "Do No Evil" I am happy to own shares in a company that just quietly does good. Before someone turns this into an ethics vs. profit debate and recycles all the "first responsibility to the shareholders" canards, let me say that I have not seen any proof that ethics and profit are mutually exclusive. It is very possible that this is a non-zero sum game. When I was a young woman....ahem...a younger woman - I, like most youth never really thought much about illness. I was immortal - so were all my friends and family, right? Then life happens and slaps you in the face and along the way you have several epiphanies. You begin to realize the importance of science and studies and sharing and research and most importantly, life and the quality of life. I agree and think that Researchkit may possibly be one of the most important things AAPL will ever have done. We shall see. My son has UC (ulcerative colitis...similar to Crohn's). The current drugs that are used to keep this in check are so toxic...it's frightening. No good can come from it. I'm always looking for experimental trials around the world where there may be some results that seem promising. It is so difficult to get information. I go through the usual organizations but the world of medicine is vast and not everyone knows what is happening across the world. I'm hoping there is a gastroinstestinal subdivision of sorts in that Resarchkit that can shed more light on this disease and bring more homeopathic remedies or potential cures. Fingers crossed. ResearchKit is definitely a step towards lengthening our lifespan, and possibly immortality (living to 120+ years is around the corner). Same as those reducing impact of climate change and clean energy. What about the impact of increased lifespan on economy and Earth resources? One of the reason why social security is a big issue is because of increased lifespan.
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Post by mace on Mar 10, 2015 11:12:41 GMT -8
Phoebe - what are the technical cats saying?? Mace - EW update please sir? So the debate over at EW is $124-$126 and then back up .... or $120-$124 and then back up The former has had that view for MONTHS and things have played out his way perfectly but we'll see. The shorts are saying - Hey AAPL will be down because with markets being down it's simply a source of funds - while the longs insist it's a fligt to quality. Interestingly we are almost at that $124 level just as the meeting is about to start. Would be a great spot for that bounce if we are going to get one No disagreement. Nibble some LEAPS 17 (around 30-day EMA), GTC order at 100-day EMA (might not visit since is so low, $115).
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Post by geraci on Mar 10, 2015 11:13:26 GMT -8
ResearchKit is definitely a step towards lengthening our lifespan, and possibly immortality (living to 120+ years is around the corner). Same as those reducing impact of climate change and clean energy. What about the impact of increased lifespan on economy and Earth resources? One of the reason why social security is a big issue is because of increased lifespan. Maybe RetirementKit will be a future platform that will help me with my retirement planning. I don't think my numbers will work out if I live to be 120 years or older.
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Post by Lstream on Mar 10, 2015 11:16:22 GMT -8
As a Canadian, I am getting frustrated at Apple's inability to expand their services outside of the U.S. No iTunes Radio, no Apple Pay, not able to participate in ResearchKit (this one is understandable) - it's just exasperating. Especially with Apple Pay where the existing NFC infrasturcture is orders of magnitude greater than the U.S. I am unable to use my iPhone to its full potential, and it seems like it will always be that way. Me too. Real annoying. I wonder if the same thing is about to happen with HBO Now.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 10, 2015 11:40:30 GMT -8
Lightroom is included with a Leica M-P purchase.
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Post by Luckychoices on Mar 10, 2015 11:47:12 GMT -8
One of the things I look for after I attend an Apple Shareholder Meeting is how accurate the press reports it. In this case, regarding Tesla, it's almost word-for-word accurate. Tim seemed happy to dodge the first question regarding Tesla with a reference to CarPlay and a laugh. When a second person used his time to ask about Tesla, Tim also used CarPlay to avoid commenting but it made me wish I was better able to read expressions. I couldn't tell if he wanted to avoid a subject matter that had some substance or was just trying to break off the discussion in the quickest manner. (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook, fresh from unveiling new details about the company’s first new device in five years, found himself facing shareholders eager for a marriage with Tesla Motors Inc. “Quite frankly, I’d like to see you guys buy Tesla,” an investor told Cook on Tuesday at an annual meeting at Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino, California. The comment was followed by laughter in the audience and some applause. Ever the diplomat, Cook sought to sidestep the question. “We don’t really have a relationship with Tesla,” he said, quickly pivoting to the subject of Apple’s in-car information and entertainment system, which he had also discussed a day earlier at an event to show off the new Apple Watch. “ I’d love Tesla to pick up CarPlay. We now have every major auto brand committing to use CarPlay.” Cook paused. “Was that a good way to avoid the question?” he asked. “Hey, there are some perks to being CEO.” Still, investors weren’t done with the subject of Tesla, the electric-car maker run by Elon Musk. Another shareholder rose to talk about how he’s been a fan of Apple since putting a deposit down on its first computer in 1984. “There’s something else I’m in love with that’s not Apple -- that every time I see it just blows my mind -- and that’s when I open my garage and see my Model S,” said the investor. “Am I insane to imagine something might happen here?’’” The audience laughed. “We’re very focused on CarPlay,” Cook said. Apple CEO Cook Sidesteps Shareholder Enthusiasm for Tesla Deal www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-03-10/apple-ceo-cook-sidesteps-shareholder-enthusiasm-for-tesla-deal?cmpid=yhoo
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Post by rob_london on Mar 10, 2015 11:51:20 GMT -8
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Post by zzmac on Mar 10, 2015 12:01:32 GMT -8
When does Apple announce a dividend increase (if any)?
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Post by tuffett on Mar 10, 2015 12:07:59 GMT -8
Probably at earnings in late April. Earnings, increased dividend and new buyback program. Maybe a recap of first weekend Apple Watch sales. Should be a real doozy!
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Post by Luckychoices on Mar 10, 2015 12:33:23 GMT -8
Appropiate comment in response to a column at MarketWatch entitled, It would take 2.5 years of Foxconn wages to afford $10,000 Apple Watch
>>So? How long would it take a Rolex watchmaker to be able to afford their high end $150,000 watch? >>http://www.luxuryofwatches.com/rolex-platinum-diamond-daytona-116576/?gclid=CO761MnHnsQCFYqDfgodN2EAbw >>Watch makers make about $40k a year ... so let's see, about 2.5 years!
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Post by coma on Mar 10, 2015 12:44:49 GMT -8
3.75 years . . .
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Post by Lstream on Mar 10, 2015 12:59:01 GMT -8
Appropiate comment in response to a column at MarketWatch entitled, It would take 2.5 years of Foxconn wages to afford $10,000 Apple Watch >>So? How long would it take a Rolex watchmaker to be able to afford their high end $150,000 watch? >>http://www.luxuryofwatches.com/rolex-platinum-diamond-daytona-116576/?gclid=CO761MnHnsQCFYqDfgodN2EAbw >>Watch makers make about $40k a year ... so let's see, about 2.5 years! Yep, Apple is the only company in the world who sells products that factory workers can't afford. Porsche workers buy 911's with lunch money. Bad Apple!
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Post by phoebear611 on Mar 10, 2015 13:36:53 GMT -8
I hate these Foxconn comparisons - there will ALWAYS be someone or something to compare this to. Who cares (not meaning to sound flippant - just that this never gets said about ANY OTHER damn company). If it weren't for AAPL I would not be able to donate as much as I do to the charities that I hold near and dear to my heart.
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Post by Luckychoices on Mar 10, 2015 15:10:01 GMT -8
3.75 years . . . Thanks, coma. I didn't check the math. My bad for assuming the poster could divide $150,000 by $40,000, successfully.
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Post by nagrani on Mar 10, 2015 16:17:17 GMT -8
Anyone holding short term options??
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Post by macwire on Mar 10, 2015 16:46:39 GMT -8
Anyone holding short term options?? Stopped out thought it was wedging and when we broke support I bailed. Thankfully. Will set up again
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Post by nagrani on Mar 10, 2015 17:42:32 GMT -8
Curious to know what the board usually trades with apple. Up until recently - I've been selling puts. I am now all in with shares and selling covered calls against them for weekly cash flow
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Post by mace on Mar 10, 2015 18:04:33 GMT -8
Curious to know what the board usually trades with apple. Up until recently - I've been selling puts. I am now all in with shares and selling covered calls against them for weekly cash flow Not really trading, merely use LEAPS to amplify delta by 50%.
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Post by mark on Mar 10, 2015 18:40:33 GMT -8
Anyone holding short term options?? Well, someone is holding May '15 115 puts ... because I sold them to him/her today
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Post by JDSoCal on Mar 10, 2015 21:08:16 GMT -8
I'm holding nothing but an IPA ATM, other than common of course.
I don't think anyone here was surprised by a sell-the-news dip. At some point, this period will look like one helluva deal on all things AAPL.
Might take the next earnings release to get us buoyant again. I sure hope not!
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