Apple stories - Page 32
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 retakes the lead in the smart watch race
Mon, 20th Nov 2017
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wearables
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personal computing devices
Apple reclaims the top spot in the wearable band market with 3.9 million shipments in Q3 2017, fuelled by strong demand for the Apple Watch Series 3.
Pokemon Go developer now making a new Harry Potter mobile video game
Thu, 9th Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The developer of the famous Pokemon Go game is now making another game based on a famous franchise. This time, Niantic is tackling Harry Potter.
Smartphone market up 2.7% as more affordable models dominate
Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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Smartphone vendors may be launching their high-end flagships in abundance, but it’s more affordable models that will drive the market.
Four out of five key tablet vendors see growth - but market still declines
Mon, 6th Nov 2017
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lenovo
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Growth for four of the top five tablet vendors has failed to stop the tablet decline as a critical crossroad for detachable tablets looms.
Microsoft’s new Surface Pro with LTE seeks to eject MacBook Pro
Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
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Microsoft unveils the LTE-equipped Surface Pro, targeting mobile professionals and enterprises seeking a viable alternative to the MacBook Pro.
Music creators rejoice, GarageBand just got updated
Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Apple's latest GarageBand update for iOS offers new instruments, sound packs, and a Beat Sequencer, enhancing music creation on iPhone and iPad.
MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
MAPS.ME introduces a new user review platform, enabling travellers to rate and review over 50 types of sites, even when offline, enhancing trip planning.
Apple acquires NZ wireless charging developer PowerbyProxi
Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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Earlier this year, Apple gave a sneak peek of AirPower, an Apple-designed wireless charging accessory coming in 2018.
Apple Pay has arrived for BNZ customers
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
BNZ customers can now use Apple Pay for secure, private, and fast mobile payments both in-store and online, as BNZ rolls out this highly requested feature.
Hands-on review: The Rain Design MStand
Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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smart home
Experience unparalleled comfort with the Rain Design MStand, an ergonomic laptop stand that keeps your device cool and your posture perfect.
Apple & GE team up to bring industrial IoT apps to iPhones
Thu, 19th Oct 2017
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These apps will give industrial operators more insight and visibility into the performance of their equipment and operations right from their iPhone.
Independent workers in luck as Dropbox unveils new product
Wed, 18th Oct 2017
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windows
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Dropbox has launched a new product, Dropbox Professional, aimed at independent professionals who work with large files.
Kantar reveals that Samsung remains the king of smartphones
Wed, 18th Oct 2017
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iOS sees growth in US, China, Germany, France & Spain but weakens in UK, as Samsung boosts Android sales in UK.
Business demand not enough to prevent further PC market declines
Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
Steady business demand isn't enough to starve off a declining PC market according to the latest figures from Gartner.
HP winner in better than expected Q3 PC market
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
The traditional PC market has clocked a better than expected result Q3, with HP logging a ‘notable’ growth thanks to big wins in Asia Pacific.
Tumbling Android tablet sales drag down Aussie market
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Microsoft may have lost the smartphone battle, but it’s gaining share in the Australian tablet market according to new Telstye research.
Apple's army – 1 in 5 AU iPhone users wouldn’t switch to Android for $1m
Sat, 7th Oct 2017
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New research has revealed the depths AU millenials would go to in order to afford the iPhone X - including giving up avocado on toast for two years!.
Alexa, how much are you worth? $6 billion apparently
Thu, 5th Oct 2017
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smart home
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personal computing devices
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google
Smart home gadget market to hit $6bn, with devices set to triple in value by 2021, in the wake of rising consumer interest.
Apple's EFI firmware updates leave systems vulnerable
Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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personal computing devices
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duo
Duo Security's study finds troubling gaps in Apple's EFI firmware updates, leaving many Macs exposed to potential sophisticated cyber threats.
Will the iPhone X's Face ID be hackable? Security expert weighs in
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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surveillance
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biometrics
The iPhone X’s facial recognition technologies have been called into question by a security consultant who claims that no tech is ever unbeatable.