Apple stories - Page 149
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.
Herald iPad app wins 'digital Oscar'
Fri, 15th Apr 2011
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NZ Herald's iPad app earns prestigious 'digital Oscar' with its innovative design, placing it among the world's top news apps.
Auckland Bus Arrival Board
Thu, 14th Apr 2011
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Auckland bus users can now seamlessly access live arrival times with a simple click, revolutionising public transport convenience.
No new iPad in 2011, say component makers
Wed, 13th Apr 2011
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A next generation iPad 3 is only in the initial planning stage, say Chinese component makers who don't expect a release this year.
Authorised Steve Jobs biography due 2012
Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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Simon and Schuster to publish Walter Isaacson's iSteve: The Book of Jobs in 2022, featuring insights from Jobs himself and 100+ interviews.
Android to own 49% of the smartphone market by 2012
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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By 2012, Android set to dominate the global smartphone market with a 49% share, sparking a price drop and democratising technology access.
ESPN launches live-streaming iOS app
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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ESPN's new iOS app revolutionises sports streaming for US subscribers, bringing ESPN channels directly to mobile devices.
CharlieQuotes
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Unleash your inner winner with CharlieQuotes, the new app packed with Charlie Sheen's iconic lines. Get weekly updates and troll-proof your life!.
Office for Mac Service Pack 1 - out now
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Microsoft launches Office for Mac 2011 SP1, boasting enhanced stability, security, and key features like better Outlook sync.
iPad 2 tops Consumer Reports tablet test
Wed, 6th Apr 2011
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iPad 2 beats rivals to become the best tablet in Consumer Reports' tests, excelling in nearly all 17 criteria assessed.
Skype downgrade available for Mac
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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After lashings of negative feedback, Skype has posted the previous version of the chat app to its website for Mac users to download.
Flip launches mobile apps
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Smartphone apps from Flip have been released for iPhone, iPad and Android devices alongside a new version of the FlipShare software.
New iPad 2 advert
Mon, 4th Apr 2011
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Latest TV spot for Apple's iPad 2 talks about technology getting out of the way as the original iPad turns one year old.
Video: Photoshop demoed on iPad
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Adobe unveils thrilling new features for its Photoshop iPad app, including 'layers function', at Photoshop World. Release date remains under wraps.
HP attacks Apple's channel approach
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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HP says it will heavily in its channel to make its WebOS development platform is a more compelling and profitable one than Apple's.
App showcase: iRealGun
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Discover 'iRealGun' - the unique app that turns your device into a virtual firearm, complete with cocking and shooting animations. It's time to duel!.
End of the world facts
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Discover your doomsday with a new app predicting the end of the world, revealing fascinating stats about our potential future.
Nokia: Apple infringes virtually all our products
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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Nokia files second complaint with US International Trade Commission, claiming Apple infringes its patents in its devices.
Catastrophe guide
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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New app turns your phone into a life-saving device with easy steps on surviving disasters from earthquakes to nuclear threats.
NZ iPad 2 shipping times now 4-5 weeks
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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NZ iPad 2 fever escalates, shipping delays hit 4-5 weeks due to soaring demand since Mar 25 launch. Will you wait or brave the store queues?.
Video: Amazon wins cloud-based music race
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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Amazon beats Apple and Google by launching its own cloud-based music storage and streaming service. Video inside.