Apple stories - Page 126
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.
iPad 2 claimed over 70% of NZ tablet sales last quarter: IDC
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Apple's iPad 2 dominated New Zealand's Q4 tablet market in 2011, capturing 71% of sales, with Apple poised to launch its new iPad model soon.
UFB, new iPad set stage for video boom
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Kiwi duo launch Smartpresence, leveraging UFB and new iPad for a videoconferencing revolution, setting sights on environmental and efficiency gains.
Apple pours cold water on iPad heat concerns
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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New device runs almost seven degrees Celsius hotter than its predecessor during active use, but maker says it's still well within limits.
App of the Week: Genius Scan
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Genius Scan transforms your phone into a powerful scanner, streamlining document digitisation and sharing. Available on iOS and Windows Phone.
News: patents for Apple Store design, Apple events in the spotlight, apps for Mac users, and more!
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple secures patent for iconic Shanghai Store design, while their events and essential Mac apps continue to captivate tech enthusiasts.
New iPads to start at $729
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple NZ unveils new iPad prices: starting at $729, with higher-spec models up to $1029. iPad 2 prices drop amid heat concerns for new models.
The Warehouse to offer parallel imported new iPads today
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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The Warehouse to thrill NZ consumers with limited edition, parallel-imported new iPads for sale from 11am tomorrow. Get ready to click fast!.
News: developer preview features, answers from the community, Itsy, and more!
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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New Mountain Lion developer preview brings Safari tab-syncing across devices and Twitter notifications, alongside community answers on Apple Store.
Now is the time to take your sales force mobile
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Equipping your sales force with mobile devices is no longer a luxury; it's essential for maintaining competitiveness and improving efficiency. Here's why.
Three million new iPads sold in opening weekend: Apple
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Apple sets record with 3 million iPads sold in opening weekend, marking the strongest launch yet, including the UK and nine other countries.
Apple to maintain 'war chest'
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Apple CEO Tim Cook unveils plans to utilise the firm's £100bn reserve, aiming to maintain a 'war chest' for strategic moves.
News: Apple's plans for its cash balance, location-based reminders, Andy Ihnatko's OS X, and more!
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Apple has announced that they will be starting a stock buyback to the tune of US$10 billion starting September 1st, along with a per-share dividend of US $2.
Apple to announce cash plans tonight
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Apple is set to unveil its strategy for its nearly $100bn cash reserves tonight, addressing long-standing investor concerns.
Apple detractor admits fabrications
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Critics divided as Apple critic admits fabricating tales of factory conditions in stage play, triggering debate on ethics versus impact.
News: Mountain Lion developer preview 2, Apple TV teardown, ripping Blu Ray on the Mac, and more!
Sun, 18th Mar 2012
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Apple amps up its Mac game with Mountain Lion's second developer preview, unveils a beefier Apple TV, and hints at Blu-Ray support.
New iPad hits shelves, Apple shares hit new peak
Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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Apple shares soar to a record high of USD $600 as the new iPad hits shelves in 10 countries, continuing a remarkable 50% growth over the past three months.
News: the new Apple TV, iTunes 1080p content, 15-inch MacBook Air, and more!
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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Apple ups the game with 1080p Apple TV, while rumours swirl around a 15-inch MacBook Air launch, potentially ending the MacBook Pro era.
Sega bringing Total War to mobiles
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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Developers insist title is not a port of PC version but a 're-imagining' designed specifically for touch interfaces.
News: Nvidia GPU production issues, Aperture and Firefox updates, MacUpdate bundle, and more!
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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According to MacRumors, issues with Nvidia GPU production are forcing Apple to strongly consider the onboard integrated graphics for future Mac laptops.
News: optical Thunderbolt cables, Safari 5.1.4, Sonora for Mac, and more
Tue, 13th Mar 2012
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Latest tech round-up: Optical Thunderbolt cables poised to increase speed and distance, Safari 5.1.4 improves performance, and Sonora beautifies Mac audio.