Apple stories - Page 98
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.
Fake iPhone chargers: Hacked in 60 seconds
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Researchers warn that dodgy Apple chargers could hack iOS software in under a minute, according to an 'alarming' study.
Are PCs dead? HP says no
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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HP agrees with Microsoft that reports of the PC's death are greatly exaggerated, believing it will remain the content creation device of the future.
Apple smacked with US import ban
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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Apple faces US import ban on older gadgets, potentially costing $1 billion in revenue, amid Samsung patent row.
Apple's WWDC takes centre stage
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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wwdc
Apple's WWDC is set to dazzle with game changing releases as colourful banners adorn San Francisco's Moscone Centre.
Smartphones set for 'watershed' year
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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Smartphones poised to surpass feature phones, with shipments nearing one billion units in 2013, marking a pivotal year in mobile tech.
Apple iPad set for July production
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipad
New report claims Apple will produce the fifth-generation iPad in July, with the iPad mini set to follow suit in November.
Tim Cook 'crazy' to join Apple
Tue, 4th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Defying advice, Tim Cook recalls the 'crazy' decision to join Apple, marking the start of an unpredictable but revolutionary tech journey.
Apple strikes Warner Music deal as iRadio nears
Tue, 4th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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iradio
News that the electronics giant will launch an iRadio service at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference gathers momentum.
Samsung reveals Galaxy S4 mini
Mon, 3rd Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Electronics giant introduces compact version of company's bestselling smartphone, yet no signs of Kiwi pricing and availability.
Renaissance Director and Acting CEO resigns
Fri, 31st May 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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renaissance
Ron Halls resigns as Renaissance Director and Acting CEO for personal reasons, leaving on May 31. Board praises his impactful service.
The PC is not dead, long live the PC
Fri, 31st May 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
Microsoft's VP declares the PC era far from over, evolving into diverse forms - a direct challenge to the 'post PC' narrative.
App Review - Scramble With Friends
Fri, 31st May 2013
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Now, we all love a word game, and sometimes I do get a little bored with Scrabble (shock!), so it’s nice to have a break and play some other word games.
Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone sold every second
Fri, 31st May 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Electronics giant confirms channel sales of flagship smartphone surpasses 10 million units, sold less than a month after its debut.
Apple cuts Foxconn supply chain
Fri, 31st May 2013
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risk & compliance
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personal computing devices
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apple
Pegatron added to Apple's manufacturing list as company lowers the risk of relying too heavily on one producer.
Get your first look at Windows 8.1
Fri, 31st May 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
Microsoft unveils Windows 8.1, emphasizing it is an update, not replacement, to Windows 8. Available as a free update later this year.
App Review: Pandemic 2.5
Thu, 30th May 2013
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Unleash chaos in Pandemic 2.5, a game where your twisted fantasies of global doom unfold on iOS, albeit with more tedium than terror. 2/5 stars.
App Review: Cut the Rope
Thu, 30th May 2013
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The barren wasteland known as Russia is known for a few things; the birthplace of modern communism, crappy cars, and mega nuclear fallouts.
'Game changing' Apple set to 'surprise us all'
Thu, 30th May 2013
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personal computing devices
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technology gifts
Tim Cook hints at 'game-changers' from Apple, promising wearable tech that'll leave us all agog amidst innovation doubts.
New Zealand loves mobile, forgets cyber crime
Wed, 29th May 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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tablets & laptops
New Zealanders are becoming increasingly dependent on mobile devices, with a third of Kiwis admitting they could never give up their mobile.
What's your ideal smartphone screen size?
Wed, 29th May 2013
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smartphones
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apple
As phone screens grow, a report reveals 4.5 is the new ideal. With a surge in 'phablet' interest, what's your perfect size?.