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Street Not Too Sweet On New IPhone, But Avago?

Since Apple (AAPL) announced some serious software advancements to its new iPhone 6 lineup on Wednesday, investors have been looking at how they can benefit. JMP Securities sees Apple chip supplier Avago Technologies (AVGO) as a good iPhone play, saying Thursday that the expected strength in Apple’s new models will be “strong growth drivers” for the chipmaker. The analyst also said that Avago’s enterprise storage business will help the company see

Apple’s ‘i-Upgrade’ Gambit May Vex AT&T, Verizon

Call it Apple’s i-upgrade gambit. Apple’s (AAPL) iPhone upgrade program will make it easier for consumers to switch wireless service providers and likely will create more customer loyalty for Apple at the expense of its carrier partners. Apple analysts generally cheered Apple’s move to finance iPhone purchases with monthly installment plans similar to those offered by wireless firms, though some express concern over potential damaged relationships