Apple stories - Page 99
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 introduce a new-look iOS 7 design?
Wed, 29th May 2013
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Apple's iOS 7 is poised for a dramatic redesign, bidding skeuomorphism farewell for a black, white, and flat look, as Jonathan Ive leads the overhaul.
Samsung smartphones dominate Android market
Wed, 29th May 2013
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A whopping 95% of all Android smartphone profits captured by Samsung as company dominates the worldwide market during Q1.
Samsung schedules Android and Windows event
Wed, 29th May 2013
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South Korean giant sets June 20 date, as press speculate on new devices launch ten days after Apple conference.
Apple 1 computer sells for record $825k
Tue, 28th May 2013
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A vintage Apple 1 computer fetches a whopping $825k at auction, setting a new record and dazzling collectors worldwide.
Wellington goes wild for smartphones
Mon, 27th May 2013
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Hands up who remembers old-school rotary-dial telephones? It seems they’re fast becoming a distant memory for most Kiwis.
Pandora releases new Facebook Timeline App
Mon, 27th May 2013
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Internet radio service says personalised sharing options let listeners publish to new music section for timeline.
Are you shopping safely online?
Mon, 27th May 2013
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As more Kiwis shop online, it is important that consumers are security conscious when paying for goods and services.
App Review - Fastar!
Fri, 24th May 2013
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Fastar review: Rapid gameplay reduces RPG depth to fleeting, shallow battles. Aims to parody, yet falls into uninspiring territory. ★☆☆☆☆.
Apple’s Cook gets grilled
Thu, 23rd May 2013
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The US Senate aggressively question Apple’s CEO Tim Cook over allegations that it avoids billions in taxes via its Irish subsidiaries.
App Review - Google Maps for iPhone
Thu, 23rd May 2013
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Google Maps for iPhone banishes poor mapping woes, offering reliable navigation and local insights, proving indispensable for city explorers.
Join NZSA for a Mega evening with CEO Vikram Kumar
Tue, 21st May 2013
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Dive into the realm of secure cloud services at NZSA's evening with Mega's CEO, Vikram Kumar, detailing Mega's journey and tech breakthroughs.
Disastrous financial results for Renaissance
Tue, 21st May 2013
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Renaissance Corporation has today announced a surprise financial result for the six months until 31st March 2013.
App Review - Mushroom Wars
Mon, 20th May 2013
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Game developers Creat Studios must think they’re fun guys after creating what seems to be an enjoyable game...
Xero bags top NZ Hi-Tech Award
Mon, 20th May 2013
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Xero and Vend came out the big winners with two awards each at the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2013 Gala Dinner in Auckland.
Google takes on Spotify with streaming service
Sat, 18th May 2013
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Announced at its annual Google I/O conference yesterday, the internet search engine is set to launch a paid subscription music-streaming service this week.
PB Tech celebrates 20th anniversary with 'Everything is Discounted' sale on now
Fri, 17th May 2013
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PB Tech marks 20 years with a bang: 'Everything is Discounted' sale offers 12hrs of crazy deals. Early birds to benefit from 8am Friday.
Taxing times ahead for Apple's Tim Cook
Fri, 17th May 2013
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Apple CEO, Tim Cook, defends the company's tax conduct as he prepares to testify in Washington regarding overseas cash holdings.
App of the Week - Hey Tell
Fri, 17th May 2013
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Hey Tell app, a modern walkie talkie, transforms phone messaging with voice recordings, offering a fun, quick way to stay connected.
Asia/Pacific leads mobile phone sales
Fri, 17th May 2013
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Asia/Pacific outshines as the sole region with mobile phone sales growth, marking a 6.4% increase amidst global declines.
Apple App Store: Thanks 50 billion
Fri, 17th May 2013
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Customers are downloading over 800 apps per second at a rate of over two billion apps per month according to the Cupertino giant.