Apple stories - Page 95
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.
Will Apple's new fashion guru design the iWatch?
Wed, 3rd Jul 2013
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Apple hires Yves St Laurent's Paul Deneve for a 'special project', fuelling speculation he'll design the much-anticipated iWatch.
Are you in the mood for a Microsoft smartphone?
Wed, 3rd Jul 2013
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Microsoft is testing a software that determines a user's mood based on their smartphone usage in a bid to catch up to iOS and Android.
Warehouse buys 50% stake in Shop HQ
Wed, 3rd Jul 2013
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Following deal to become an Apple authorised reseller of iPads, The Warehouse buys a stake in online retail business.
iWatch out… Apple applies for trademark
Tue, 2nd Jul 2013
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Apple sparks speculation of iWatch launch with trademark filings in Japan and Russia. Will wearable tech be the next big thing for Apple?.
Is BlackBerry finished?
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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Selling as many new models in three months as Apple does iPhones in a week, many believe time is running out for the embattled BlackBerry.
Samsung seeks alternative US Apple approach
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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With dwindling sales across America, Samsung's struggle to gain traction in the US tablet market has led to a change of approach from the South Korean company.
Ballmer: Windows 8.1 back to the Start
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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Windows 8.1 to bring back Start button to desktop, according to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Build conference. #Windows8.1 #StartButton.
How I teach my Mother... Apps
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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My mum can’t pronounce apps properly, but that’s not the real issue. She refuses to use them on her new iPhone.
Oh no…not another Facebook breach
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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Privacy leak in Facebook's Android app, sending users' phone numbers over the internet to Facebook servers simply by launching the app.
iOS App Review: Faceswap
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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Revive your selfies with humour! Faceswap app switches faces in photos, creating hilarious results. Perfect for a laugh on social media.
Tablets and mobiles grow, but PC? Not so
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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Worldwide devices are projected to reach 2.35 billion units in 2013, driven by sales in tablets, smartphones despite PC shipments hitting the skids.
Attack, Attack, Attack Attack the Mac
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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New Zealand Defence Force wants a $600m cyber army - but is robots and drones the way to go? Will it be Tardis machines next?.
Kiwi tide turns to Android and Windows tablets
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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Kiwis are ditching Apple for cheaper Android and Windows tablets, with a staggering 147% market growth in Q1 2013.
Renaissance shares drop 33% following $3m loss
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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Renaissance faces a sharp 33% share fall as financial troubles deepen with a £3m loss, despite efforts to stabilize its business operations.
Confirmed: Fairfax Tech mags to close in NZ
Wed, 26th Jun 2013
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Tech magazines PC World, ComputerWorld and Reseller News have been officially confirmed to close in New Zealand.
Apple CEO Cooking on stock price
Tue, 25th Jun 2013
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Apple ties Tim Cook's bonus to stock performance after shares dropped 41% since last September. Cook vows to hit targets before 2016.
Apple reaffirms commitment to customer privacy
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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Apple aims for transparency in bid to quash rising tensions following US whistleblower Edward Snowden's revelations.
Windows 8.1: What Windows 8 should have been
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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Microsoft's Windows 8.1 aims to rectify its predecessor's missteps, offering features set to woo back detractors.
Facebook bug exposes 6 million users
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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Social networking giant admits private contact information of six millions users was made accidentally accessible due to a security flaw on the website.
Is US whistleblower becoming Snowed-in?
Sun, 23rd Jun 2013
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US whistleblower Edward Snowden navigates globe from Moscow to Ecuador, eluding US capture with WikiLeaks' support. Is his refuge within reach?.