Apple stories - Page 93
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.
Would you pay $10 for no Facebook ads?
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Social media giant is due to report its Q2 results today with eyes fixed on advertising revenue. But would you pay for an ads-free experience each month?.
iPrefer the iPhone to socialise online, do you?
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Mobile web users are twice as outgoing than desktop users, with the iPhone the most social device of them all.
Google unveils Nexus 7 tablet
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Google launches the Nexus 7, a 7-inch tablet set to rival Apple's iPad and Amazon's Kindle Fire, unveiled at 'Breakfast with Sundar' event.
Westpac banking on crowdsourcing app advice
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Westpac aims to revolutionise mobile banking in NZ, offering $70k for the best app ideas from local developers.
Should online porn be blocked by default?
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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PM Cameron urges ISPs to block online porn by default to protect children, claiming the internet's freedom has neglected child safety.
Apple profits down 22%
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Although Apple's iOS developers in China have risen rapidly (now 500,000 - 70% year on year growth), iPad sales have started to slow.
30 million iPhone sales saves Apple
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Tech giant beats third quarter expectations posting US$35.3bn in revenue, largely in part to strong iPhone sales.
What makes Kiwis click?
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Kiwis flock to online shopping for better deals and savings, with mobile shopping set to drive NZ's eCommerce market beyond $4bn.
Will Apple's Q3 earnings be a snooze fest?
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Many believe Apple's latest financial report will be drama free. And with no iPhone or iPad update expected - are they right?.
Microsoft Office comes to those who wait...
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Microsoft launches Office Mobile for iPhone, surprising industry experts. A bold move or just a teaser for iPad users?.
Facebook For Every Phone App hits 100m users
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Facebook's quest to be on every mobile phone in the world took a step forward this week, with 100 million people using Facebook For Every Phone each month.
Customer insight an opportunity for IT industry
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Smarter CIS is revolutionising customer feedback in New Zealand's IT industry, with businesses like Playtech and Snowplanet seeing significant benefits.
Has Microsoft been sleeping for 10 years?
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Microsoft faces criticism for allegedly neglecting industry advancements over the past decade, resulting in a USD $900m hit and sluggish innovation.
Will Apple's new iPhone live it Large?
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Company tests larger screens for iPhones and iPads with Asian suppliers, as a super-sized smartphone option becomes a potential reality….
Hacked off Apple to overhaul developer systems
Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
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After Apple takes down developer portal to combat a security breach, the company assures developers by vowing to overhaul it's system.
Revolutionary approach to projectors from Epson
Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
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Epson's MeetingMate projectors revolutionise meetings with interactive surfaces, making brainstorming spontaneous and PC-free.
How to exploit the exploding mobile world…
Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
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It's no secret that the mobile world has exploded over the past few years. Speaking at the Ingram Micro Showcase 2013, FileMaker discusses how CIOs can benefit.
Bad timing Microsoft takes aim at iPad
Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
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Despite a $900m Surface loss, Microsoft launches a bold attack on iPad, facing ridicule and questions on its strategy.
The dangers of SnapChat...
Fri, 19th Jul 2013
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This message will self-destruct in five seconds. That’s the premise behind SnapChat and is hailed as the new Instagram...
App Review: Kingdom Rush
Fri, 19th Jul 2013
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Ironhide's sequel, Kingdom Rush Frontiers, grips gamers in a tower defence frenzy, proving irresistible with strategic depths and upgrades.