Apple stories - Page 91
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.
Obama says 'No We Can't' to Apple ban
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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Obama sides with Apple, overturning the ban on iPhone 4 and iPad 2, thwarting Samsung's plans in a major trade decision.
Dick Smith to open 77 stores within 3 years
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Technology retailer embarks on ambitious plan after completing final business buyout in July, opening stores in both NZ and Australia.
iFruit costs $1,700 in classic Apple con
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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While Apple season may have passed, one keen Australian paid a whopping $1,700 for a few pieces of fruit. Or was she expecting a few new iPhones?.
Android joins the Office 365 app party
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Android users rejoice as Office 365 now extends its app suite to include them, promising seamless productivity across devices.
Imagining a world with NO technology…
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Take a look what happens when a few technophiles unplug and take a holiday away from Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and even email….
I taunted the law on Facebook… and the law won
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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A 'catch me if you can' boast on a police Facebook page led to one stupid shoplifter being arrested. Funny that.
Twitter reacts… releases Report Abuse button
Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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Twitter introduces Report Abuse button amid rising concerns over violent threats, aiming to enhance user safety and accountability.
Why is Apple being sued? Search me…
Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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Former Apple Store employees launch lawsuit over unpaid wages, claiming tech giant searched staff bags after every shift for 30 minutes.
Introducing Apple’s new iPhone 5Cheap…?
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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Apple's new budget smartphone could be called the 'iPhone 5C' as a new photo shows the retail packaging of the product.
Hey Samsung, leave our Apple alone
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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Intel, Microsoft and Oracle come to the aid of Apple after plans to ban iPhone 4 sales following Samsung fallout.
For your thighs only… first Google Glass Porn released
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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After a ban, 'Tits and Glass' makes a cheeky comeback with the first Google Glass adult film, pushing the boundaries of tech in the bedroom.
The future of TV is here…
Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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Apps herald a TV revolution, transforming viewing habits with the advent of smart technology, led by innovation and connectivity.
Kiwi hacker Barnaby Jack dies
Sat, 27th Jul 2013
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Kiwi hacker Barnaby Jack found dead in San Francisco at age 35. Police rule out foul play, cause of death unknown.
Samsung record profits fail to appease investors
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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Samsung reported record Q2 profits of USD $8.5bn—up 47% from last year—but fell short of investor hopes for USD $8.8bn, causing unease.
Why taking down Apple's Developer site was a good idea...
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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If we had more companies respond to breaches in this way, we (technology, privacy, security and cyber threats) would be much better off as an industry.
Top 10 tips for avoiding app rejection
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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There can be nothing more frustrating than sweating for hours developing your app for public consumption only to have it rejected by an app store.
Wearable devices...the next big frontier for apps
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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A new wave of wearable devices is set to hit the market, creating a new frontier for app companies to make our lives easier.
Cry all you want lady…we aint fixing your iPhone
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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American woman throws tantrum at Apple store over broken iPhone - captured in Vine video by TV actress Porscha Coleman.
Google: Businesses can benefit from mobile Kiwis
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Half of NZ now smartphone-savvy, yet businesses lag in making sites mobile-friendly, missing vital sales, warns Google.
Stocks are rising…Facebook's capitalising
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Ads, Ads, and yes, more Ads as social networking site smashes financial expectations with over one million advertisers now on board.