iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
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Apple unveils the iPhone 15 as company tries to reverse recent sales slump
Apple on Tuesday unveiled its next generation of iPhones — a line-up that will boast better cameras, faster processors, a new charging system and a price hike for the fanciest model.
Apple unveils iPhone 15
Apple lifted the curtain on their newest products Tuesday at the 2023 Apple Event, including the newest iPhone. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has the details.
Apple urges iPhone updates after significant security vulnerabilities found
Apple released a significant security update for iPhones and iPads Thursday to patch newly discovered security vulnerabilities in the devices' system software.
Apple lost $200 billion in two days after reports of iPhone ban in China
Shares of Apple fell by 3.4% on Thursday following reports that China plans to expand a ban on the use of iPhones to government-backed agencies and companies.
The iPhone 'hang up' button might not be moving much after all
Almost a week after the Apple faithful collectively gasped at the first evidence that the iPhone's "end call" button might soon be shifting upward and a column to the right, it looks like the whole thing might have been a false alarm.
OpenAI releases ChatGPT app for iPhones, iPads
The free ChatGPT app became available on iPhones and iPads in the U.S. on Thursday and will later be coming to Android devices.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
Berkeley Apple Store targeted by thieves for second time in less than a week
Police in Berkeley are investigating a robbery at the Apple Store Wednesday morning, the second crime to target the location since last Friday.
Apple drops controversial plan to check iOS devices, iCloud photos for child abuse imagery
Apple is abandoning its plans to launch a controversial tool that would check iPhones, iPads and iCloud photos for child sexual abuse material (CSAM) following backlash from critics.
Lawsuit accuses Apple, Amazon of colluding to raise iPhone prices
A new lawsuit alleges that Amazon shoppers are paying more for Apple products due to an agreement between the two companies.
New iPhone shipments slowed by COVID lockdown at factory in China
Apple Inc. is warning customers they'll have to wait longer to get its latest iPhone models after anti-virus restrictions were imposed on a contractor's factory in central China.
Apple unveils next-generation mobile iOS 16 software
Apple kicked off its annual developer conference Monday by unveiling its next-generation mobile software, iOS 16, that allows users to track live activities such as an Uber ride's progress or sports scores.
Young software developer builds app to preserve Hmong culture
If you want to save an entire culture, well, there is an app for that. Annie Vang taught herself to code with hope of helping a younger generation learn and retain the Hmong language. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (5-17-22)
Apple Supplier Foxconn Halts Operations In Shenzhen As COVID-19 Prompts China To Lock Down Tech Hub
Foxconn, one of Cupertino-based Apple's biggest suppliers, has suspended operations in Shenzhen as China locks down the technology hub and several other regions to contain the country's worst Covid-19 outbreak in two years.
Apple Rolls Out New 5G Capable Budget iPhone At Event
Apple on Tuesday unveiled a new version of its budget-priced iPhone that's capable of connecting to ultrafast 5G wireless networks, an upgrade that's already been available on the company's upscale models for more than a year.
Apple To Expand Tap-To-Pay Capabilities On Several iPhone Models Without Additional Hardware
Apple said Tuesday it is expanding the iPhone's capabilities to accept contactless payments, making it easier for merchants to conduct tap-to-pay transactions without having to buy additional hardware.
Apple Reports Holiday Quarter iPhone Sales Surge In Spite Of Supply Shortage
Apple shook off supply shortages that have curtailed production of iPhones and other popular devices to deliver its most profitable holiday season yet.
Apple Set To Become World's First $3 Trillion Company
The iPhone maker headquartered in Cupertino is close to topping a market value of more than $3 trillion — the first publicly traded company ever to be worth that much.
Apple Allows Self-Repairs To Products After Regulators Express Concerns
After resisting for years, Apple is letting some iPhone users fix their own phones, ending a practice of allowing only company-approved technicians to fiddle with its proprietary parts and software.
Supply Chain Shortages: 10 Things You May Have Trouble Finding In The 2021 Holiday Season
iPhone 13s, gaming consoles, Christmas lights and turkeys have all been caught up in the global snarl.
Apple's Big Quarter, Strong iPhone Sales Not Enough To Ease Supply Fears
Apple's iPhone sales soared yet again in the past quarter, but didn't grow as rapidly as analysts anticipated, a sign the Cupertino company's momentum may be slowing amid supply shortages.
Snapchat Ad Sales Suffer, Social Media Stocks Dip in Response to Apple Privacy Moves
Snapchat's corporate parent disclosed Thursday that its ad sales are being hurt by a privacy crackdown that rolled out on Apple's iPhones earlier this year
Apple iPhone 13 Case Roundup: Where To Buy Cases For The iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max And iPhone 13 Mini
Find cases for the new Apple iPhone 13 from OtterBox, Casetify, Case-Mate, Apple and more
Apple Unveils iPhone 13 Lineup, New Watch, iPads In Virtual Event
Apple unveiled four new iPhones, a new Apple Watch and new iPads on Tuesday during a virtual media event held from its Cupertino headquarters.
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San Francisco supervisor calls for more police foot and bicycle patrols to combat crime
Ongoing concern over crime and safety in San Francisco has prompted a city supervisor to propose more police foot and bicycle patrols in the city's neighborhoods.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Oakland to lower speed limit in high-traffic areas of the city
City leaders in Oakland on Monday announced several locations throughout the city that will see lowered speed limits in an effort to create safer streets, according to City Councilmember At-Large Rebecca Kaplan.
Some Lahaina residents return after devastating wildfires: "Unrecognizable"
A small group of Lahaina residents were allowed to return to what's left of their homes on Monday, seven weeks after devastating Maui wildfires.
Could you get "carhacked"? The growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
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San Francisco supervisor calls for more police foot and bicycle patrols to combat crime
Ongoing concern over crime and safety in San Francisco has prompted a city supervisor to propose more police foot and bicycle patrols in the city's neighborhoods.
Oakland to lower speed limit in high-traffic areas of the city
City leaders in Oakland on Monday announced several locations throughout the city that will see lowered speed limits in an effort to create safer streets, according to City Councilmember At-Large Rebecca Kaplan.
Some Lahaina residents return after devastating wildfires: "Unrecognizable"
A small group of Lahaina residents were allowed to return to what's left of their homes on Monday, seven weeks after devastating Maui wildfires.
Could you get "carhacked"? The growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
California governor signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
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San Francisco supervisor calls for more police foot and bicycle patrols to combat crime
Ongoing concern over crime and safety in San Francisco has prompted a city supervisor to propose more police foot and bicycle patrols in the city's neighborhoods.
Strike authorization vote looms for union representing San Francisco school staff
Two unions with members who work for the San Francisco Unified School District will soon be voting whether to walk off the job in the coming weeks over stalled contract negotiations.
SF business owner concerned community interests are becoming barrier to opening stores
One small business owner recently went in front of the SF planning commissioner to talk about the challenges she faced opening her store in the Mission District.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr is unconcerned about entering the final year of his contract
Steve Kerr has no concerns about his long-term status of coach of the Golden State Warriors despite heading into the final year of his contract.
President Biden set to visit Bay Area for campaign events in Atherton, San Francisco
President Joe Biden is set to arrive in the Bay Area Tuesday to attend several campaign fundraising events, according to White House officials.
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Oakland to lower speed limit in high-traffic areas of the city
City leaders in Oakland on Monday announced several locations throughout the city that will see lowered speed limits in an effort to create safer streets, according to City Councilmember At-Large Rebecca Kaplan.
Martinez residents voice concerns about refinery at Contra Costa Health Dept. meeting
The health department held a meeting to discuss the findings of an assessment.
Oakland business "strike" against rampant crime set for Tuesday
Over 200 Oakland businesses are preparing to go on strike Tuesday in a call for better public safety.
Oakland nonprofit delivers restaurant cooked meals to the homeless
Drive through what locals call Deep East Oakland and there will be street after street lined with cars that haven't been driven in years.
Farmworkers' daughter beats the odds to attend college, hoping to give parents a better life
Farmworkers are essential in ensuring fruits and vegetables end up in grocery stores and in your kitchen. But they face a number of challenges.
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Pedestrian hit, killed in San Jose Willow Glen neighborhood
San Jose police responded Monday morning to the city's second fatal pedestrian collision in four days.
Caltrans reopens stretch of Highway 87 following weekend pavement repair work
Caltrans reopened northbound State Route 87 in San Jose early Monday morning after a 56-hour weekend highway closure, during which Caltrans performed major pavement repair work.
Dialysis caregivers in San Jose, Brentwood and Gilroy to strike for 2 days
More than 500 dialysis caregivers will strike Monday and Tuesday over what they call unfair labor practices at nearly two dozen Satellite Healthcare and Fresenius Kidney Care clinics across California
San Jose's Reid-Hillview Airport, set to close in 2031, faces pressure to shut now
Reid-Hillview Airport in east San Jose is under fire from neighbors who want the county to shut it down.
Weekend closure of northbound Hwy 87 in San Jose to impact South Bay traffic
Residents in San Jose should be prepared for traffic and detours due to the weekend closure of northbound State Route 87 between I-280 and State Route 85 starting Friday evening.
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Atmospheric river-fueled storm front moving across California into North Bay
The edge of an atmospheric river-fueled storm front was skirting the northwest corner of California Monday morning and bringing rain south to the North Bay later in the day, forecasters said.
Calistoga police: Vehicle with stolen license plate crashes in police chase
A vehicle with a stolen license plate crashed on Lillie Street and Foothill Boulevard while being pursued Friday night, Calistoga police said.
2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after tip about planned shooting at Montgomery High
Police in Santa Rosa on Friday confirmed the early morning arrests of two teenagers with an altered firearm after receiving a tip about a potential planned shooting on the Montgomery High campus.
Vallejo's application for state grant to fight retail theft is rejected
The city of Vallejo was turned down by the state for a grant request to tackle organized retail and vehicle theft despite many other Bay Area cities being awarded millions of dollars, City Manager Mike Malone said Thursday.
Windy fire weather keeps wildfire spotters vigilant on Mount Tamalpais
As wildfires burning in Northern California and Southern Oregon send smoke toward the Bay Area impacting air quality across the region, fire experts warn that the unpredictable winds could heighten fire alerts.
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Webb goes distance, Conforto comes through in clutch as Giants top Padres 2-1
Logan Webb pitched his second complete game this season and pinch-hitter Michael Conforto delivered a two-run single in the eighth inning to lift the San Francisco Giants over the San Diego Padres 2-1 in a matchup of teams clinging to slim playoff hopes.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr is unconcerned about entering the final year of his contract
Steve Kerr has no concerns about his long-term status of coach of the Golden State Warriors despite heading into the final year of his contract.
Giants' road woes continue as Dodgers walk off 3-2 win in 10 innings
Chris Taylor's line-drive single to center field in the 10th inning lifted the Los Angeles Dodgers past the San Francisco Giants 3-2.
Steelers defense shines, offense finds rhythm to lift Pittsburgh past Las Vegas Raiders 23-18
The Pittsburgh Steelers walked into the bright lights of Sin City Sunday night and came out the other side with a 23-18 win against the Las Vegas Raiders.
10th inning RBI single lifts Dodgers over Giants
Chris Taylor's line-drive single lifted the Dodgers past the Giants 3-2 on Sunday night.
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San Francisco supervisor calls for more police foot and bicycle patrols to combat crime
Ongoing concern over crime and safety in San Francisco has prompted a city supervisor to propose more police foot and bicycle patrols in the city's neighborhoods.
Oakland business "strike" against rampant crime set for Tuesday
Over 200 Oakland businesses are preparing to go on strike Tuesday in a call for better public safety.
Update: 2 victims killed in Oakland hit-and-run involving stolen car identified
Authorities in the East Bay have identified the two victims who died in a hit-and-run collision in Oakland over the weekend.
Indictment with hate crime allegations says Hells Angels attacked three Black men in San Diego
The San Diego County District Attorney's Office says 17 people have been indicted on charges involving an attack on three young Black men by members of the Hells Angels biker gang.
Kidnapped teen rescued from California motel room after 4 days
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
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Could you get "carhacked"? The growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
Amazon invests $4 billion in startup Anthropic amid Big Tech battles over A.I.
Amazon is investing up to $4 billion in artificial intelligence startup Anthropic and taking a minority stake in the company.
Fragments of billions-year-old asteroid delivered safely to earth
A capsule carrying asteroid fragments from the early solar system slammed into the atmosphere Sunday before landing gently in the Utah desert.
NASA's first asteroid samples land on Earth after release from spacecraft
A space capsule carrying NASA's first asteroid samples has landed in the Utah desert.
Bonjour Bennu! Precious asteroid sample hurtles earthward
A half-pound hunk of asteroid is screaming toward impact with earth Sunday morning in the Utah desert and everyone near its bullseye is just fine with that.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
CDC to avoid "scare tactic" in new effort to reset flu shot expectations
The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
Paid to stay sober; Programs to reward people addicted to drugs for staying clean showing results
U.S. cities wanting to pay people with drug addiction to stay sober have scored a major victory by getting more funding for what is known as contingency management programs.
California sues anti-abortion organizations for unproven treatment to reverse medication abortions
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued an anti-abortion group and a chain of anti-abortion counseling centers, saying the organizations misled women when they offered them unproven treatments to reverse medication abortions.
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California governor signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
DeSantis and Newsom to go head-to-head in November debate
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is taking time out from debating fellow 2024 Republican presidential contenders to take on a Democrat, California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Biden tells Pacific islands leaders that he hears their warnings about climate change and will act
President Joe Biden has informed leaders from the 18-member Pacific Islands Forum that he has heard their warnings about the impact of climate change on their region.
House GOP prepares four spending bills as shutdown uncertainty grows
House Republicans' efforts to pass four spending bills would not avert a government shutdown.
President Biden set to visit Bay Area for campaign events in Atherton, San Francisco
President Joe Biden is set to arrive in the Bay Area Tuesday to attend several campaign fundraising events, according to White House officials.
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Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
Closed meeting by Sunol Glen School District raises some concerns after "special interests" flag vote
In the East Bay, a special school board meeting is scheduled for the Sunol Glen School District Tuesday afternoon.
Cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" to be reviewed
Ryan Yamamoto reports on plans for the Pentagon to review cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" (9-20-2023)
Sunol Glen School Board to hold closed session amid flag-ban controversy
Ryan Yamamoto reports on questions surrounding the Sunol Glen School Board's plans for a closed-door meeting Wednesday (9-20-2023)
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"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023 brings three days of music to Golden Gate Park
One of the most celebrated music festivals in the Bay Area and the nation, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes a welcome return to Golden Gate Park for three days of eclectic sounds this weekend.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
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General warning signs for protection from criminal activity on Situational Awareness Day
San Francisco Police Sergeant Kathryn Winters provides tips on accessible safety measures and general warning signs on being aware of your surroundings with an increased crime surrounding the Bay Area. (09-26-23)
Car hackers use technology to steal your car and personal items
CBS Consumer Correspondent Ash-har Quraishi has been looking at how thieves are exploiting weaknesses in car security in a new CBS Investigations on car hacking tonight on KPIX at 5:00 p.m.. (09-26-23)
Oakland businesses set to "strike" to protest ongoing, rampant crime
Oakland businesses want to get the attention of city leaders and give people a sense of what the city could be like if multiple businesses suddenly had to close because of rampant street crime. Shawn Chitnis reports.
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SF Supervisor Ahsha Safaí calls for police foot and bike patrols to combat street crime
San Francisco Supervisor Ahsha Safaí is introducing an ordinance today calling for the implementation of a foot patrol and community policing strategy to effectively address and prevent crime. Interview on KPIX Morning Edition.
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Pair of Bay Area women helping rescue dogs from war-torn parts of Ukraine
A pair of women from the Bay Area are taking their compassion for canines overseas by rescuing dogs from war-torn Ukraine.
Founder of Filipino Arts and Cinema International in SF celebrates 30 years
A San Francisco man is marking 30 years of celebrating Filipino community arts and culture in the Bay Area
Alameda County food bank employee's outreach turns into nationwide model
An Alameda County food bank employee created a model for the nation when she began helping people dealing with food insecurity get the nourishment they need.
Oakland educators helping high school students succeed with innovative school model
An Oakland man whose life was changed in high school after being injured in a shooting has paired up with a fellow educator to help East Oakland teens succeed through an innovative school model.
Inspired by her grandmother, woman helping single mothers in California
The nonprofit helps single mothers throughout California with necessities for their families.
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Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.
Morehouse College student from SF takes stock of accomplishments and road ahead
Isreal Laviene holds a very special place with us at KPIX 5. In early 2021, we helped connect him to his dream school, Morehouse College in Atlanta.
Travel abroad helps Oakland student realize his own potential
Many of us dream big about life, jobs and travel. Robert Green is living those dreams and more.