Apple stories - Page 177
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.
Free ePub books will sync with iPad
Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Apple confirms free ePub books will sync on iPads, easing concerns over content restrictions, says CEO Jobs. A win for fans of classics.
Mac updates coming soon?
Sun, 21st Mar 2010
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A long-anticipated refresh for the Mac lineup, including MacBook Pro, Mac Pro, and MacBook Air, is expected soon with new Intel Core i5 and i7 chips.
iPad sales likely to outpace original iPhone
Sun, 21st Mar 2010
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With an estimated 200,000 iPads already pre-ordered, analysts believe that there could be more iPads sold in its first quarter than the 1.
Google TV will push Apple into action
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Google's upcoming TV device, backed by Sony, Intel, and Logitech, poses a threat to Apple TV sales, according to reports.
Apple board member passes away at 71
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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In tribute to Apple board member Jerome [Jerry] York, Apple's US website has been dedicated solely to his memory.
Kindle for Mac application now available
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Allowing users to read and purchase Kindle books on their Mac, even if they don't have a Kindle, Amazon has released its application for Mac.
Next iPhone could include multitasking
Sat, 13th Mar 2010
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Rumours suggest the next iPhone might finally offer multitasking, letting users run several apps simultaneously, a long-awaited feature.
90,000 iPads ordered in first six hours
Sat, 13th Mar 2010
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With iPad pre-orders opening today in the US, one analyst claims the that more than 90,000 iPads have been ordered in the first six hours of availability.
iPad turns heads of some e-reader owners
Thu, 11th Mar 2010
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More than a quarter of current e-reader owners wish they'd waited for the iPad, according to a new consumer survey.
LogMeIn releases new pro version for Mac
Wed, 10th Mar 2010
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LogMeIn's newest version for Mac allows users to access their Macs on-the-go with an Internet connection or an iPhone.
FileMaker 11 released
Wed, 10th Mar 2010
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Packing a variety of new features and a focus on easier database creation and ways to increase productivity, FileMaker 11 is now available.
Portal 2 coming to Mac
Mon, 8th Mar 2010
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Valve announces sequel to hit game Portal, exciting gamers worldwide, with the added bonus of releasing on Mac.
iPad to hit US stores April 3rd
Sun, 7th Mar 2010
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Confirming an official release date, Apple has announced that the iPad will hit US shelves on April 3rd, with pre-orders starting next week.
Apple to host videos in the cloud
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Apple is reportedly planning to move iTunes video libraries into the cloud, following talks with content providers.
iPad could suffer stock shortages
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Despite rumours of shortages, Apple's iPad set to hit US shelves on March 26th, with Foxconn ensuring up to 700,000 units for launch.
iBooks coming to NZ soon?
Thu, 4th Mar 2010
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iBooks may soon hit New Zealand as Apple hints at global expansion with a new job posting, signaling earlier availability than anticipated.
Apple files lawsuit against HTC
Wed, 3rd Mar 2010
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Apple sues HTC over iPhone tech, hinting at a deeper battle with Google over Android's use of patented innovations.
2010: YEAR OF THE TABLET?
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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While many businesses plan to forego tablets in favour of netbooks, that could change as tablet prices drop and allow for increased portability.
Apple’s iPad – it’s here!
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Apple finally unveils the much-anticipated iPad, blending the gap between smartphones and laptops with its novel media consumption design.
Drama on the high seas
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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The sinking of the anti-whaling trimaran Ady Gill in the Southern Ocean has caused a global outcry but also sparked a public relations war.