Apple stories - Page 96
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 or Android? For richer, for poorer…
Fri, 21st Jun 2013
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New study suggests owning an iPhone could signal wealth, while Android users might be less affluent. Is your phone choice revealing your salary?.
Introducing video for Instagram…
Fri, 21st Jun 2013
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facebook
Mark Zuckerberg announces the launch of video capability for Instagram, signaling a new era for the popular photo-sharing service.
What happens on the internet in 60 seconds?
Fri, 21st Jun 2013
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It's Friday so TechDay is going YouTube crazy, stumbling across an interesting summary of life on the internet - all 60 seconds of it.
Kiwis rate Genius Go - Orcon, look away now…
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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Kiwis slam Orcon's new Genius Go app, calling it 'buggy' and 'marketing bullshit'. Orcon defends app, saying only 2 calls for help so far.
iOS App Review: Heads UP!
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Bring the riotous guessing game from Ellen's show to your phone with Heads Up! Ideal for groups, it turns trivia into a joyous affair.
Huawei slams 'weak' Windows Phone
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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microsoft
As Chinese company considers buying Nokia, smartphone manufacturer dismisses Microsoft's Windows Phone platform as 'weak.'.
Sorry, something went wrong…with Facebook
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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facebook
Facebook experienced a brief outage yesterday, causing mass hysteria among users who took to Twitter to vent their disbelief.
Orcon unveils home phone app
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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Orcon launches Genius Go, a NZ first app merging home and mobile phones, promising cheaper calls and revolutionising connectivity.
Apple's iWatch - business or pleasure?
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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Apple's iWatch leans towards pleasure, says Jeffries analyst, amid speculation of its impact on the tech giant's revenue.
Microsoft Office heads to iPhone…only
Mon, 17th Jun 2013
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Microsoft has released Office Mobile for iPhone, but following months of speculation, there remains no sign of an iPad version.
Fairfax Magazines to close NZ tech titles
Sun, 16th Jun 2013
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Company resigns the licences, owned by IDG, to publish technology titles Computerworld, Reseller News and PC World.
iOS App Review: TVNZ On Demand
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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Sometimes searching the internet for TV shows or certain episodes you want to watch can be frustrating and near impossible.
Is Apple building budget iPhone?
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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This is not the first time, and damn it won't be the last, but rumours reach fever pitch that Apple plans to release a US$99 iPhone in a range of colours.
Facebook hashtags… #released
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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social media
Jumping on the Twitter bandwagon, social media giant allows users to keep track of trending topics through the introduction of hashtags.
Five Eyes, Spies and Govt lies…Dotcom speaks
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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government
Kim Dotcom expresses concerns over government surveillance and supports Edward Snowden in his latest column for The Guardian.
Making Sense of Apple's Latest WWDC Keynote: iOS7, Mavericks & More
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Apple unfolds iOS7 design, OS X Mavericks and more at WWDC, promising major overhauls and new features for its loyal following.
Hands on with Microsoft Surface Pro in NZ
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft's Surface Pro launches in NZ, offering the power of a laptop in a tablet form, complete with Intel i5 Processor and innovative accessories.
Key: Snowden not welcome in NZ
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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apple
As rumours surface that Edward Snowden may seek refuge in New Zealand, Prime Minister John Key insists the US govt whistleblower is not welcome.
Will Jobs movie be biggest Apple release of 2013?
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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As WWDC wraps, the Steve Jobs biopic emerges, potentially outshining Apple's tech releases. Will it captivate or divide opinions?.
Tech giants: 'Let us prove we're innocent'
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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google
Microsoft, Google and Facebook call for greater transparency as companies deny any involvement in US government surveillance program.