Apple stories - Page 30
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.
Apple to acquire digital magazine service
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Apple announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Texture, the digital magazine subscription service by Next Issue Media.
Hands-on review: Change is constant - unless you’re the iPhone 8 Plus
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
After using the iPhone 8 Plus for the last six months, I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s a model for those wanting the safety of the familiar.
Siri watch out, Google is gunning for your job
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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smartphones
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smart home
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digital entertainment
In a fresh move against Siri, Google launches its Assistant on iPads, bringing enhanced smart home capabilities to Apple's larger screens.
Windows Phones officially dead as market share drops by 99.7%
Tue, 13th Mar 2018
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Once dominant, Windows Phones are officially dead as market share plummets by 99.7%. Apple's iOS now leads with 56.2%, followed by Android at 43.8%.
Amazon and Facebook make 2017 the year of hyperscale
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Hyperscale operators' capex surged 19% in Q4 2017, hitting $22bn. Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple and Facebook are the five biggest spenders.
New document reveals Apple uses Google's public cloud for iCloud
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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personal computing devices
Rumours that Apple stores its iCloud data on Google’s public cloud have been around for a while but with never any confirmation from Apple.
Three sizzling Apple music playlists for Kiwis to enjoy
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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Tired of the same old tunes? Check out these three Apple Music playlists, including one curated by the All Blacks.
Four must-try music apps for Apple devices
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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smartphones
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Discover four indispensable music apps for Apple devices—from Shazam's instant song ID to Sing! by Smule's global karaoke stage.
Apple wrests control of record-breaking wearables market
Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
The worldwide wearables market continued its upward trajectory in the final quarter of 2017 with full year shipment volumes reaching new records.
2017 sees smartphone shipments decline for the first time ever
Wed, 28th Feb 2018
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Smartphone shipments fell in 2017 for the first time since their inception with some regions worse than others, but IDC remains optimistic.
Apple products for PoS available through Sektor AU in industry first
Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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healthtech
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Sektor to distribute Apple products in Australia, adding iPad range, iMacs, MacBooks and Apple TV to portfolio.
Apple or Android? Smartphone sales surge 11% in AU
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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smartphones
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wearables
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martech
9.2m smartphones were sold in 2017, a big increase from last year that was largely driven by a 'replacement cycle' from one of the major OS.
HP to provide Apple products, support as part of DaaS offering
Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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personal computing devices
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HP is embracing mixed-device environments by offering solutions to customers extending beyond HP-manufactured hardware.
2018, the year that...apps will become intuitive and conversational
Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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personal computing devices
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apps
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Striking a balance between human-led interactions and digital advancements will be key in delivering the next level of customer service in 2018.
Apple says DON’T fear about leaked source code – experts say DO
Sat, 10th Feb 2018
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
After a critical source code for the iPhone was leaked online recently, Apple reassured there was nothing to fear but experts think otherwise.
Apple Watch 2017 shipments up by over 50% - Canalys
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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Q4 2017 shipments grew by more than 32% over Q4 2016, the highest ever number of shipments in a single quarter for any wearable vendor.
Rumors of a second Apple data center in China get louder
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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cloud services
Rumours intensify about Apple establishing its second data centre in Ulanqab, China, to operate by 2020, using 100% renewable energy.
Apple, Cisco, Aon & Allianz make a play for cyber risk management services
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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risk & compliance
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personal computing devices
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Tech giants Apple & Cisco join Aon & Allianz to innovate cyber risk management, merging tech & insurance solutions.
Detachable tablets return to growth while slate tablets continue decline
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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apple
Growth for the overall year just remained positive with 1.6 percent year over year growth in 2017, a sharp drop from the 24 percent growth in 2016.
Samsung tops smartphone shipments in 2017 despite Apple claiming Q4 - IDC
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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An IDC report has shown that Samsung’s smartphone shipments took a dive in Q4, letting Apple take the top spot but only for that quarter.