Apple stories - Page 141
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.
War texting
Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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What if you could purchase software that let you unlock your car door and start the engine using your mobile phone? Sounds awesome, right?.
Amazon launches Kindle Fire
Thu, 29th Sep 2011
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Amazon's Kindle Fire challenges the iPad with a price tag under half that of its competitor, despite offering fewer features.
Apple ready to talk iPhone
Wed, 28th Sep 2011
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Apple invites press to 'Let's talk iPhone' event, hinting at the launch of two models. Anticipation peaks for the October 4 reveal in Cupertino.
Raroa School could have been a wireless nightmare
Tue, 27th Sep 2011
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Wi-Fi woes at Raroa School solved as new system brings seamless connectivity to over 500 delighted students and staff in Wellington.
Facebook iPad app to launch at media event?
Tue, 27th Sep 2011
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Rumoured Apple event on Oct 4 may unveil long-awaited Facebook iPad app, amid signs of a thaw in Facebook-Apple relations.
Android outsells iOS two to one.
Tue, 27th Sep 2011
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A Nielsen survey reveals Android is outselling iOS two to one in the US, with Android capturing 56% of recent purchases compared to iOS's 28%.
Amazon to launch tablet this week?
Tue, 27th Sep 2011
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Rumours say the device sports a 7-inch screen, runs Google’s Android operating system, and will retail for US$250.
MetroView & GeoSmart launch single-city app for RWC
Mon, 26th Sep 2011
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MetroView and GeoSmart's new app offers RWC fans in NZ city-specific navigation on iPhone and iPad, including fan zones and venues.
Disney Mobile introduces first original character
Mon, 26th Sep 2011
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Disney Mobile unveils Swampy in Where's My Water?, their first original character in a puzzling quest for cleanliness on iOS.
King’s School success with Ruckus Wireless
Fri, 23rd Sep 2011
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How King's School shifted from a 'find and fix' network approach to a more proactive 'predict and prevent' methodology with the help of Ruckus solutions.
Apple picks date for iPhone unveiling: rumour
Fri, 23rd Sep 2011
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Apple gears up for Oct 4 event, set to unveil iPhone 5 in Tim Cook's debut as CEO, stirring investor and fan anticipation alike.
Fiddling while Facebook burns
Thu, 22nd Sep 2011
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Google declared war when it opened up Google+ this week; what response can we expect from today’s f8 developer conference?.
QuickBooks coming for Mac and iPad
Wed, 21st Sep 2011
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Reckon's QuickBooks Hosted Premium is expanding to Mac and iPad next month, offering businesses unparalleled access and flexibility.
It's official: iPads make people smarter
Tue, 20th Sep 2011
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Auckland school vindicated as study shows iPads boost student engagement and intelligence, with a 25% better information transfer rate.
Apple stock continues to rise under Cook
Tue, 20th Sep 2011
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On current trading, Apple now has a comfortable lead on Exxon Mobil for the title of largest company in the world.
Apple resetting iCloud Backup data this week
Mon, 19th Sep 2011
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Apple to reset iCloud Backup on Sept 22, hinting at the imminent iOS 5 launch and possible new iPhone release, raising stakes for RIM.
iPad 3: why bother?
Mon, 19th Sep 2011
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Apple's iPad 2 reigns supreme in the tablet world, leading analysts to advise against rushing the iPad 3 release amidst weak competition.
Renaissance confirms possible subsidiary sale
Wed, 14th Sep 2011
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renaissance
Renaissance Corporation in talks to sell its distribution arm, Renaissance Limited, to an interested buyer if the price meets expectations.
Samsung extends dispute with Apple in Europe
Tue, 13th Sep 2011
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Samsung reignites its legal feud with Apple in France over mobile tech patents, following a recent loss in Germany.
Mac sales soaring
Tue, 13th Sep 2011
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Apple set to hit record Mac sales, driven by OS X Lion and updates to MacBook Air and Mac Mini, outshining fading iPod figures, says analyst.