Sources: CNet
The European Commission announces plans to require the USB-C connection to become the standard port for wired charging of all smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers and handheld video game consoles. 2021-09-23
Citing security concerns because of recent terrorist activity, the American and British governments impose a ban affecting inbound-passengers flying from much of the Middle East and North Africa. The ban includes airplane cabin passenger-accessible items such as laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices which are larger than a smartphone. Larger such electronic devices will still be allowed on board in checked baggage which is thus more closely screened and passenger-inaccessible. 2017-03-21
The United States International Trade Commission rules that Apple is infringing on a Samsung patent and bans the import of several popular Apple products. 2013-06-5
Apple Inc Chief Executive Tim Cook arrives in China for talks with government officials to clear up problems in the firm's biggest growth market, including the contested iPad trademark and treatment of local labor. 2012-03-27
Barnes & Noble, a company best known for its chain of book stores, enters the tablet computer market with the Nook Tablet, an extension of its line of Nook eReaders. 2011-11-7
Steve Jobs resigns as the CEO of Apple Inc. Tim Cook took over the CEO position for the company. 2011-08-24
Apple Inc announces plans to introduce a digital locker music service called iCloud with negotiations well advanced with major label record companies for rights. 2011-05-31
There is a near riot in the Beijing Apple Store as the Apple iPad 2 goes on sale in the People's Republic of China. 2011-05-8
Intel announces (former codename "Oak Trail") Atom processor will be in devices beginning in May, especially designed for netbook and tablet devices. 2011-04-11
Steve Jobs unveils the Apple iPad, a tablet PC at a press conference in San Francisco. 2010-01-27