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Imported vs desi apples: Apollo Hospitals doctor explains if the premium price tag is worth it

Indian apples from Himachal and Kashmir offer superior nutrition. Imported apples lose vital nutrients during long journeys and storage. Local varieties are fresher and support Indian farmers. Consumers can enjoy healthy, locally grown apples without paying extra for imported options. Choose desi for better health and local economy.

Have an old iPhone or MacBook? Apple is offering trade-ins worth more than $1,000

Apple trade-in program: Apple is encouraging customers to trade in old iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and MacBooks. Customers can receive significant credits, potentially over $1,000, towards new Apple products or an Apple Gift Card. Devices not eligible for credit will be recycled for free. This program benefits both customers financially and the environment by reducing e-waste.

Quote of the day by Apple CEO Tim Cook: 'Let your joy be in your journey - not in some...'

Apple CEO Tim Cook, a leader known for steady guidance and smart decisions, inspires us to find joy in life's journey, not just distant goals. Under his tenure, Apple has seen significant product launches and growth in services. Cook's emphasis on values like privacy and environmental responsibility, alongside his quiet yet effective leadership, continues to shape the tech giant's future.

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Apple launches it’s fourth store in India. Check location and other details

Apple has announced it’s 4th store in India. The store is called Apple Koregaon Park.

Apple’s Moradabad-born COO & new strategist Sabih Khan faces tariff test

Sabih Khan, Apple's new COO, faces the challenge of reordering the global supply chain amid geopolitical tensions and the company's AI lag. He must balance US-China relations while expanding manufacturing in India and meeting sustainability goals. Khan's success hinges on ensuring timely delivery and quality of Apple products, navigating a complex and evolving global landscape.

Who is Sabih Khan, the Indian-origin executive named Apple's new chief operating officer?

Apple has announced Sabih Khan as the new Chief Operating Officer, succeeding Jeff Williams later this month. Khan, previously Senior Vice President of Operations, has been instrumental in shaping Apple's global supply chain and sustainability efforts. Williams will continue to oversee design and health initiatives before retiring, ensuring a smooth transition under Khan's leadership.

Tech giants' net zero goals verging on fantasy: Researchers

The deep-dive analysis found the overall integrity of the climate strategies at Meta, Microsoft and Amazon to be "poor", while Apple's and Microsoft's were deemed "moderate". When it came to the quality of emissions reduction targets, those of Meta and Amazon were judged "very poor", while Google and Microsoft scored a "poor" rating. Only Apple fared better.

Tech firms halve business travel in 2023 but Alphabet, Apple lag, study shows

Global tech giants reduced their business flight emissions by 49% in 2023 compared to 2019, but companies like Apple and Alphabet are lagging, risking a return to pre-pandemic levels. Only seven out of 26 major tech firms have set specific reduction targets, according to a report by Transport & Environment.

Apple’s Tim Cook tells China forum AI is key for climate battle

Apple Inc. chief executive officer Tim Cook took part in a discussion at the annual Beijing event as the culmination of a week of public displays of his company’s commitment to China. He earlier met Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and announced plans to invest further in Apple’s supply chain, stores and research in the country.

Apple is not passing on costs of climate goals to consumers: VP Lisa Jackson

Apple, with a roughly $2.8 trillion market capitalization, which makes it the world's most valuable publicly traded company, wants to show a way forward that can apply to other businesses, Jackson said.

Apple is not passing on costs of climate goals to consumers, exec says

"We don't factor in a premium to take care of the work that we're doing," Apple Vice President Lisa Jackson said in an interview with Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni.

Apple's commitment to carbon neutrality: CEO Tim Cook's bold vision

Apple CEO Tim Cook has reiterated the company's commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 during a recent interview with CBS. Cook mentioned that the Apple Watch Series 9 will be the company's first carbon-neutral device and emphasized the importance of demonstrating that a carbon-neutral approach can still be a successful business. Apple has already made progress towards its goal, including phasing out leather usage and replacing it with a twill fabric made from recycled content.

Apple launches Watch Series 9 starting at Rs 42K, Ultra 2 comes with Rs 90K price tag; both will be available in India next week

Apple unveiled its latest iPhone 15 series, Watch Series 9, and Watch Ultra 2 at its highly-anticipated Apple Event. The new smartwatches offer features such as double tap gesture, brighter displays, and improved battery life.

Apple endorses California bill to oblige companies to report carbon footprint

Apple has endorsed a California Senate bill that would require large companies to report the levels of greenhouse gases they emit every year, the senator proposing the measure said, making it the latest major company to do so.

Apple endorses California bill to oblige companies to report carbon footprint

The top US securities regulator is yet to publish a long-awaited rule of its own on climate-related disclosures, and California senators are going ahead at the state level.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis' surprising 'Apple Day' activity at Lambrook school, see video

Prince and Princess of Wales's children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, are in their first term at their new school, Lambrook, and they've taken part in a wholesome day within the idyllic grounds.

Apple announces new clean energy investments, asks suppliers to decarbonize

More than 200 suppliers, representing 70% of Apple's direct manufacturing spending and including Corning Inc, Nitto Denko Corp, SK Hynix Inc, STMicroelectronics, TSMC and Yuto, have committed to using clean power such as wind or solar for all Apple production, Apple said.

Apple to roll out iOS 16.1 update on Oct 24: 'Live Activities', 'Matter' to 'Clean Energy Charging', list of expected features

With the latest iOS 16.1, iPhone users will be able to subscribe to Apple Fitness+.

Highest-ranked ESG fund in the UK is betting big on India

The Stewart Investors India Subcontinent Sustainability fund returned 31.2% in the year through November according to Morningstar Inc. data. That’s better than any other UK fund using environmental, social and governance investing strategies over the same period.

Apple plans to remove carbon emissions from supply chain, products by 2030

The iPhone maker said its global corporate operations such as offices and data centers are already carbon neutral but that it will extend its effort to the thousands of suppliers that contribute to its products.

Apple inks first wind power deal in China

Apple is striving to improve the environmental impact of its supply chain, which is responsible for more than 70 per cent of its total carbon footprint.