Apple stories - Page 62
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.
Attack of the clones – spoofed apps
Mon, 13th Oct 2014
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Clones can appear to be legitimate versions of the original app, or affiliated with the original app, but can be anything but.
Embedded Instagram photos now bigger on web
Mon, 13th Oct 2014
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instagram
Instagram updates web embeds with bigger, clearer photos, enhancing visibility for users and publishers. The move aims to streamline the following process.
iOS App Review: Tamagotchi
Sat, 11th Oct 2014
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Relive your childhood with the Tamagotchi iOS app, a nostalgic journey now featured on smartphones, with options to care for your digital pet in colour.
Don't blame technology, rape is rape
Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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Tinder not to blame for the threat to women, says Labour MP. Focus should be on perpetrators, not technology. Safety apps available.
Will an extra two inches make any difference for Apple?
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Apple hints at a larger iPad among next week's launches, but can two extra inches truly revolutionize the tablet experience? Doubts linger.
Aussies under fire with leaked Emma Watson video
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Aussies targeted by Emma Watson video scam, falling prey to malware that hijacks Facebook and steals info, warns Bitdefender.
Behind the scenes secrets at Sky TV
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Step inside Sky TV's secret operations: From massive diesel generators to petabyte storage, get an exclusive look at what powers NZ's largest pay-TV.
New Apple products days away from being debuted
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Anticipation is building as Apple prepares for launch of new products on Oct 16th, including next iPad Air and iPad mini.
Evernote is changing the way people work
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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ios
Evernote is moving past simply note taking and venturing into the world of work. Two new features will capture your attention.
Young boffin finds use for Android smartwatch
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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wearables
While there is a young boffin and while he has done something amazing, the jury is still out – way out – on whether or not it is a useful something.
Home Smart Home revolutionising home design
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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smart home
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apple
Samsung's Home Smart Home in NZ redefines living spaces with adaptable design for any event, showcasing the future of fluid home environments.
Rumoured Apple hybrid boosts Surface strategy
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Apple's rumoured 12.9-inch hybrid iPad could signal a shift in tech strategy, challenging the Surface's singular device concept.
Review: Lenmar ChugPlug
Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Lenmar's ChugPlug delivers up to 4 more hours for MacBooks, a must-have for power users on the move but comes with bulk.
How to speak geek like a pro
Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Master speaking geek with the phonetic alphabet – ensuring crystal clear communication in tech support and gaming alike.
Entrepreneur X Factor coming to a town near you
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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entrepreneur
Are you an entrepreneur at heart and want to know if you’ve got what it takes? Season 3 of Entrepreneur X may be just the thing for you.
Netflix: Not only a danger to the neighbourhood video shop
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Netflix's dominion goes beyond harming local video shops, as Verizon halts its streaming service, marking a seismic shift for rivals globally.
iOS App Review: Framatic
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Framatic: A top app for photo enthusiasts wanting to mesh multiple images into one masterpiece. Boasts heaps of features, even in its free version.
Does your phone fit anywhere ?
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Fashion houses to redesign pockets for phones as iPhone 6's size challenges the current designs, especially in women's clothing.
Kiwis fall foul of Twitter’s dark side
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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gaming
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email security
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digital entertainment
Any time you use a social media service, it provides an additional opportunity for spammers, scammers and malicious masterminds to take advantage.
Forget Tinder or Grindr, meet the Cuddlr app
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
Discover the Cuddlr app, where instead of hook-ups, it's all about cuddles with strangers, creating a haven for no-pressure intimacy.