Apple stories - Page 22
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.
The rise and rise of ‘hearables’, as told by IDC
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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The wearable device market surged by 85.2% in 2Q19, with 'hearables' capturing 46.9% of the market, driven by new products and second-time buyers.
New wellness app launches in New Zealand
Tue, 17th Sep 2019
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Blys, a new on-demand wellness app designed to combat everyday stresses, is beginning its international rollout by launching in New Zealand, Auckland.
Apple issues clarification on extent of iOS malware infection
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Apple clarifies that an iOS malware attack impacted fewer than a dozen Uighur-focused websites, dismissing Google's claims of mass exploitation.
Apple brings always-on display to the Watch Series 5
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Both Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) and (GPS + Cellular) models will be available in stores beginning Friday, 20 September.
Apple Arcade & Apple TV+ want you glued to your screen
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Whether you’re into films, TV shows, documentaries or gaming, Apple is certainly pulling out all the stops to tempt people in a market that’s spoilt for choice.
Apple welcomes the seventh-generation iPad
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Apple seems to be tweaking bits and pieces without coming up with anything radically different – except that it was built to fit with Apple’s iPadOS system.
All the details on Apple’s newest iPhones
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Apple unveiled its latest range of iPhones today focusing on camera improvements on top of the standard performance updates users have come to expect.
Hands-on review: The middle-of-the-road 2019 iPad Air
Mon, 9th Sep 2019
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Apple's 2019 iPad Air falls squarely in the middle of the workhorse iPad Pro and the entry-level iPad in terms of price point and specification.
Premium headphones driving revenue boom, says Futuresource
Mon, 9th Sep 2019
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Thanks to the trend in premium brands, worldwide headphone revenue is growing four times faster than shipment numbers.
How the iPhone malware discovery affects Apple users – Malwarebytes
Wed, 4th Sep 2019
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The malware implant has been patched, but iPhone users should ensure they’re running on the latest version of iOS (12.1.4) to leverage the security patches.
Spark opens Newmarket concept store
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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The new store will be an 'immersive retail experience' - something customers can't experience when shopping online.
Global smartphone sales continue to decline
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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Smartphone sales decline in Q2 2019 with Huawei and Samsung seeing annual growth, while Apple continues to decline, says Gartner.
Hands-on review: The AirPods 2 with wireless charging
Mon, 26th Aug 2019
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Apple's AirPods 2 introduce wireless charging, faster device switching, improved call battery life, and Hey Siri function, yet lack noise blocking.
Hands-on review: The 2019 iMac marks 21 years of Apple's elegant desktops
Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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Apple's 2019 iMac remains true to its elegant design roots while delivering unparalleled power and performance, celebrating 21 years of innovation.
The dark side of apps: Security threats on the rise
Wed, 21st Aug 2019
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Security threats targeting mobile devices are increasing, with one security firm citing the large number of users as a key reason.
Jamf extends Apple expertise through security firm buyout
Mon, 19th Aug 2019
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Jamf has acquired Digita Security to enhance its Apple management suite with robust endpoint protection, addressing rising Mac demand and security needs.
Fossil's smartwatches will let iPhone users make calls
Tue, 6th Aug 2019
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Smartwatch maker Fossil Group might just be trying to edge out Apple’s massive investment in smartwatches like the Apple Watch.
Gartner - 5G will give global smartphone market bump in 2020
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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This will mean some respite after the Australian market’s massive 2019 decline and help NZ’s see some stability.
IDC finds smartphone shipments up 6.5% from previous quarter
Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
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Smartphone shipments continue to decline worldwide, with China and the US experiencing sharp declines, but the market may be stabilising, says IDC.
Big Tech firms in the spotlight over data privacy
Tue, 30th Jul 2019
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Data privacy is the biggest regulatory threat to Big Tech, with Google, Amazon, Facebook and Apple set to face scrutiny in 10 areas, says GlobalData.