Apple stories - Page 81
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.
Social messaging set to challenge the social status quo
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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The social messaging market is rapidly evolving and expanding as messaging players begin to amass hundreds of millions of users.
Smartphone sales set to smash one billion mark
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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Worldwide smartphone shipments are expected to surpass 1.0 billion units in 2013, representing 39.3% growth over 2012.
38m Adobe users unaware of major data breach
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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Ten weeks after admitting 38 million users have been affected by a cyber security attack, Adobe reveals it is taking longer than expected to warn customers.
Apple issues Black Friday NZ shopping teaser
Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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While Apple has yet to reveal the exact products up for discount, the company's website shows iPads with green smart covers and Apple EarPods.
Nokia follows Microsoft's lead… bashes Apple's iPad
Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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In a bid to promote the new Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet, Nokia has taken a leaf out of Microsoft's book - by shamelessly bashing Apple's iPad.
All I want for Xmas is anything but… a Smart Watch
Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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Despite the hype surrounding smart watches, Gartner believes they are unlikely to be featured on many consumers' holiday wish lists this year.
Just another security list? Don't be short-sighted, think ahead…
Mon, 25th Nov 2013
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Whether it be in our daily life, business productivity or even national security, cyber security is an issue for the masses.
Symantec: Macs, Malware and Security Myths
Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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Increased Mac usage in business leads to higher risk of cyber attacks, but Symantec's Endpoint Protection offers a solution.
Apple set to stop iPhone 5C production
Wed, 20th Nov 2013
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Apple manufacturer Foxconn is believed to be stopping production of the iPhone 5C smartphone, instead focusing on the universally popular iPhone 5S model.
'Shocked' Apple claims Samsung 'copied the iPhone'
Mon, 18th Nov 2013
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Apple marketing chief, Phil Schiller, accused Samsung of copying the iPhone during the patent retrial in a US court.
Apple acquires original Microsoft Kinect co-creators
Mon, 18th Nov 2013
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Apple has acquired PrimeSense, the original creators of Microsoft’s Kinect, for USD $345m to enhance its Apple TV product range.
Apple-related phishing sites hit ANZ hard
Fri, 15th Nov 2013
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ANZ rated the third highest region for hosting Apple targeted phishing sites, accounting for 10.7% of the phishing sites blocked globally in Q3 2013.
Facebook sends $3 billion offer, but Snapchat rejects
Fri, 15th Nov 2013
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Snapchat snubs Facebook's £2.4 billion offer, as CEO Evan Spiegel opts for independence, eyeing a higher valuation amid investor interest.
Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear
Thu, 14th Nov 2013
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reviews
A sceptical iOS user tries the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear, finding unexpected merits but room for improvement.
By 2017… your smartphone will be smarter than you
Thu, 14th Nov 2013
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Smartphones to predict next moves & purchase based on user data, says Gartner. Smartphones will be smarter than humans by 2017.
Sharks guard Xbox One ahead of world-first NZ launch
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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In a world-first, NZ to launch Xbox One as sharks guard the console at Kelly Tarlton's until the midnight release event.
Apple's iPad mini hits NZ shelves today…
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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Apple's iPad mini, now with Retina display, lands in New Zealand today, promising cutting-edge tech at prices starting from NZ$599.
Straight from the bedroom of Steve Jobs: Apple 1
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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Germany auction site TeamBreker set to auction an original Apple 1 computer, with its first batch box, starting at $670k.
Is Apple working on a curved iPhone 6 screen?
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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Apple is reportedly developing iPhone 6 models with larger, curved screens and advanced sensors, aiming for a mid-2023 release.
iHave a dream - for workplace equality
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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Apple CEO Tim Cook has written an open editorial urging US Senators to support the Equality Act, stressing the importance of workplace equality.