Apple stories - Page 115
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.
2Degrees reaches one million customers
Tue, 7th Aug 2012
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2Degrees has reached one million customers after three years in the market, increasing their rivalry with Telecom and Vodafone.
Tuesday Talk: Mayer’s brilliance lies in the basic
Tue, 7th Aug 2012
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Three weeks, two executive resignations and a pregnancy later and new Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is still at the helm...
Apple avoids YouTube app
Tue, 7th Aug 2012
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Apple escalates Google rivalry by dropping pre-packaged YouTube app from iOS devices, leaving users to download it from the app store.
Apple seeks quick judgement in Samsung trial
Fri, 3rd Aug 2012
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As Samsung continues to question the fairness of the trial, Apple requests a quick ruling in an attempt for victory.
Results.com hits Apple App Store
Fri, 3rd Aug 2012
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Results.com app launch revolutionises strategy execution for executives on the go, now available on the Apple App Store.
Microsoft revamps Hotmail service
Thu, 2nd Aug 2012
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Microsoft has announced changes to its free online email service to try and claw back ground on Google’s Gmail alternative.
App of the week: My Fitness Pal
Thu, 2nd Aug 2012
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My Fitness Pal revolutionises health tracking, blending calorie counting with exercise logs to guide both weight loss and gain efforts.
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.