Apple stories - Page 89
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.
Kiwi hacker Barnaby Jack dies
Sat, 27th Jul 2013
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Kiwi hacker Barnaby Jack found dead in San Francisco at age 35. Police rule out foul play, cause of death unknown.
Samsung record profits fail to appease investors
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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Samsung reported record Q2 profits of USD $8.5bn—up 47% from last year—but fell short of investor hopes for USD $8.8bn, causing unease.
Why taking down Apple's Developer site was a good idea...
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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If we had more companies respond to breaches in this way, we (technology, privacy, security and cyber threats) would be much better off as an industry.
Top 10 tips for avoiding app rejection
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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google
There can be nothing more frustrating than sweating for hours developing your app for public consumption only to have it rejected by an app store.
Wearable devices...the next big frontier for apps
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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A new wave of wearable devices is set to hit the market, creating a new frontier for app companies to make our lives easier.
Cry all you want lady…we aint fixing your iPhone
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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American woman throws tantrum at Apple store over broken iPhone - captured in Vine video by TV actress Porscha Coleman.
Google: Businesses can benefit from mobile Kiwis
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Half of NZ now smartphone-savvy, yet businesses lag in making sites mobile-friendly, missing vital sales, warns Google.
Stocks are rising…Facebook's capitalising
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Ads, Ads, and yes, more Ads as social networking site smashes financial expectations with over one million advertisers now on board.
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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yahoo
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 e-commerce 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.