Apple stories - Page 155
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.
New NZ chief for SmartPay
Wed, 26th Jan 2011
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Andrew Donaldson ascends as SmartPay's CEO, eyeing rapid expansion in Australia while steering NZ operations post EFTPOS upgrade.
Port your mobile number to Google Voice
Wed, 26th Jan 2011
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Google Voice revolutionises phone use in the US, allowing users to merge mobile numbers with Google accounts for unified calling.
Try Office For Mac - free for 30 days
Wed, 26th Jan 2011
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After launching in New Zealand last October, Microsoft is now offering a free, 30-day trial for Office For Mac.
Google launches cloud printing service
Wed, 26th Jan 2011
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Google unveils Cloud Print, enabling printing from any app on diverse devices without software, initially launching in the US.
White iPhone 4 reappears
Tue, 25th Jan 2011
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Just when you thought Apple had given up on the other coloured iPhone, comes leakage from two major US retailers.
Apple cans iPad multitasking gestures?
Tue, 25th Jan 2011
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Apple's iOS 4.3 update to ditch iPad multitasking gestures in its consumer release, leaving users awaiting future integration.
New Bulletstorm trailer teases tomorrow's playable demo
Tue, 25th Jan 2011
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EA teases gamers with a new Bulletstorm trailer, gearing up for tomorrow's demo featuring explosive gameplay and creative kills.
Epson - No change to NZ operation
Tue, 25th Jan 2011
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Epson NZ winds up, merges with Epson Australia, but assures business as usual for customers despite organisational reshuffle.
JFK's Legacy Informs and Inspires the World with Help from Sitecore and Velir
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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JFK's inspiring legacy goes digital, thanks to Sitecore and Velir, as the world marks 50th anniversary of Kennedy's inauguration.
NZMac and NZiPhone sites to close - Updated
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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NZMac and NZiPhone, fixtures of Apple fan community, to shut on March 1st as owner fails to sell. TechDay announces launch of MacGuide.
Google prepares for major mobile revolution
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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Google sets sights on mobile dominance, with plans to revolutionize mobile tech and expand global access, says new Exec Chairman.
CA chooses Fujitsu's Cloud
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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Fujitsu has signed up CA Technologies in Australia and New Zealand to its Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) platform.
EA announces Xbox 360-exclusive Crysis 2 demo
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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Get your first taste of Crysis 2 multiplayer action this week, exclusively on Xbox 360 - but only if you're a Gold Xbox LIVE subscriber.
Put your old mobile to good use
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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Kiwi citizens urged to donate old mobiles to Starship Children’s Hospital, aiding its vital Air Ambulance Service for sick kids.
Cisco puts on virtual partner summit
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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Cisco's Virtual Partner Summit to unveil lucrative computing trends for partners, running Mar 1-3, promises key insights and growth strategies.
Update: 10k winner hangs up on Apple
Mon, 24th Jan 2011
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The winner of Apple's $10k prize, for downloading the 10 billionth app, hung up on iTunes VP Eddy Cue thinking it was a prank caller.
FaceTime icon points to iPad 2 camera
Fri, 21st Jan 2011
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iOS 4.3 Beta release hints at a dual-camera iPad 2, with FaceTime and Camera icons seemingly confirming rumours. Announcement awaited.
Juniper invests in partner training
Thu, 20th Jan 2011
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Key areas of cloud networking, security, switching, routing and mobility to be focused on with new partner initiatives.
EMC unveils new storage options
Thu, 20th Jan 2011
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EMC debuts innovative storage solutions to help businesses of all sizes efficiently manage burgeoning data, positioning itself at IT's forefront.
Apple sets new sales record
Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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Apple reports record revenue and profit, with sales of Macs up 23%, iPhones up 86%, and iPads up 7.33 million. iPod sales dip 7%.