Apple stories - Page 118
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.
Cheap home calling rates for smartphone users with Woosh
Wed, 1st Aug 2012
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Woosh launches Unzipped plans with cheap calling rates for NZ smartphone users, signalling the end of traditional landlines.
Review: Dell XPS 13
Wed, 1st Aug 2012
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Dell XPS 13 review: A fusion of performance and portability, boasting a quick boot, enterprise features, and all-day battery life, it's a top choice.
Drama on day two of the Apple v Samsung lawsuit case
Wed, 1st Aug 2012
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Drama escalates as Apple demands $2.5bn from Samsung, sparking fierceness in a US court showdown over smartphone designs.
Can jurors of the Apple v Samsung lawsuit be impartial?
Tue, 31st Jul 2012
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Judge selects jury to hear lawsuit in the first U.S. smartphone patent case after determining their 'suitability for the case.'.
Apple v Samsung judge quizzes jury
Tue, 31st Jul 2012
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Prospective jurors in Apple v Samsung patent lawsuit are questioned as the smartphone giants begin their long-awaited courtroom showdown.
Apple and Samsung prepare for court
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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Apple and Samsung gear up for a landmark court battle that could redefine tech history, amid a $2.5bn showdown over patents.
AVG reveals internet security scams
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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Online security company reveals annual reports, showing a need for consumer awareness when using the internet.
Apple snubs Australian parliamentary probe
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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The world’s leading technology companies decline a public enquiry into IT prices Down Under as Australian MPs voice concerns.
News: Apple Q3 2012 results, Safari 6.0, Carbon Copy Cloner goes paid-for, and more!
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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Now that the excitement over Mountain Lion has calmed down somewhat, we can talk about Apple's Q3 2012 results, which were released on Tuesday.
Apple questions Samsung royalty rates
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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Apple slams Samsung over 'excessive' patent fees amid their escalating legal battle, with court showdown set for next week.
Apple releases OS X Mountain Lion
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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Branded as making the Mac, iPad and iPhone work even better together, Apple's new upgrade is available to download.
News: the Mountain Lion release edition
Wed, 25th Jul 2012
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Apple's Mountain Lion arrives with refinement and new features. Downloadable for $24.99, it's touted as the best Mac OS yet.
Apple exceeds financial expectations
Wed, 25th Jul 2012
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Apple shatters expectations with a net profit of $8.82 billion in Q3, as iPad sales hit a record 17 million amid strong overall performance.
News: September product launches, Mountain Lion Mail, Tweetbot for Mac, and more!
Tue, 24th Jul 2012
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Apple gears up for September with a 13 MacBook Pro refresh, new iMac, and more as Mountain Lion Mail and Tweetbot for Mac debut.
iPhone 5 in Apple alteration?
Tue, 24th Jul 2012
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Apple plans to shrink its iPhone dock connector, sparking accessory buzz but risking user backlash. Adapter rumors offer a glimmer of hope.
News: Mountain Lion features, Up-to-Date Program, AppleCare Reps, and more!
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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AppleInsider reveals Mountain Lion's smart new features and free upgrade deal through Apple's Up-to-Date program. AppleCare reps gear up for launch.
First come first served for free Vodafone Maori app
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Vodafone celebrates Maori Language Week by offering free downloads of the Hika Maori app to the first 50,000 customers.
Kiwis ignore internet piracy law
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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40% of Kiwis flout internet piracy law, accessing illegal content despite 'three-strikes' rule aimed at curbing copyright infringement.
In-flight iPad takes off with Qantas
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Qantas to equip every seat with free iPads, offering 200 hours of TV and audio, outshining Virgin Australia's in-flight entertainment.
News: Sparrow acquisition, in-app-purchases system exploit, second NC data centre, and more!
Sun, 22nd Jul 2012
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Google snatches up Sparrow amidst in-app purchase exploits and plans second N.C. data center, impacting future app updates and expansion.