Apple stories - Page 59
Founded as Apple Computer Company in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, Apple Inc. is the world's largest technology provider when it comes to revenue and market capitalisation.
What started as a project to build an 8-bit desktop computer has since grown into an extensive, worldwide portfolio of products, ranging from laptops and smartphones to smartwatches and listening devices.
It was also the first publicly traded U.S. company to be valued at over USD$1 trillion in August 2018, then $2 trillion in August 2020, and most recently $3 trillion in January 2022.
Apple releases developer kit for Apple Watch developers
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Apple unveils WatchKit for developers, paving the way for bespoke Apple Watch experiences before the device's launch.
Could Facebook Groups be the next Messenger?
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches a standalone app for Groups, aiming for more organised and efficient community interactions without forcing download.
Find the right word with Oxford Learner's Thesaurus app
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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edutech
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Paragon Software Group launches Oxford Learner’s Thesaurus app for iPhone and iPad, boosting vocabulary skills with 17,000+ synonyms and detailed usage notes.
Emirates increases mobile presence with iPhone app
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
iPhone represents the majority of the mobile traffic to the Emirates websites, which is why the company has launched on iOS first.
BlackBerry and Samsung strategic partnership to boost enterprise security
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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BlackBerry and Samsung ally to elevate Android’s enterprise security, melding Samsung Knox with BlackBerry's BES12 for a robust solution.
UPDATE: Global push to act on tax avoidance has broad support, English says
Sun, 16th Nov 2014
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There is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, New Zealand Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the.
Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
New Maori language app to help Dunedin families speak te reo
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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ios
Dunedin's new Aki app, a game-changing tool derived from University of Otago research, aims to boost te reo among young families.
Move over Spotify, YouTube’s here
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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google
New licensing deals means unofficial streams posted by regular users are now more likely to disappear, replaced by official uploads from labels.
Oxford Dictionary develops app for non-native English students
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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edutech
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personal computing devices
The Oxford Learner’s Dictionary of Academic English was developed to help non-native English speakers with their studies.
Facebook explains how it gets and uses information with privacy policy update
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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data privacy
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personal computing devices
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Facebook updates privacy policy, introduces Privacy Basics & proposes changes to policies, including clearer explanation of ads.
Custom apps enable customer engagement and collaboration
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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personal computing devices
The Good Technology Mobility Index Report Q3 2014 shows enterprise mobility is moving toward custom apps and iOS tablets.
Kiwi CodeBlue signs big deal with Apple
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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CodeBlue has signed a reseller agreement with Apple as part of a range of moves designed to provide Apple business users with a full managed services solution.
RBNZ seeks stronger regulatory oversight of payment systems
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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commerce systems
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risk & compliance
The Reserve Bank wants stronger oversight of the nation's payment systems, with a particularly focus on managing risks from the global infrastructu.
Navdy releases futuristic driving tool
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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apple
Navdy unveils a revolutionary driving gadget, blending HUD technology with hands-free controls for safer, smarter journeys.
'New era' as iOS comes under malware attack
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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malware
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firewalls
Security experts warn that a new malware family is targeting Apple iOS and OS X, marking a 'new era' in malware.
Apple blocks WireLurker infected apps
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Apple moves to block apps infected with WireLurker, but warns users to download and install software from trusted sources only.
Telecom operators could lose 50 percent of customers by next year
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
A global survey by Ovum indicates telecom operators could lose up to half of their customers over the course of the next year.
'Make fitness your mission' with NZDF's Force Fit app
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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personal computing devices
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apps
NZDF launches 'Force Fit' app to help Kiwis achieve military-grade fitness, with no gym required. Aimed at boosting nationwide fitness levels.
Social networks drain smartphone batteries, says AVG
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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AVG reports social networks like Facebook and Instagram are major culprits in smartphone battery drain and storage woes.