Apple stories - Page 59
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.
Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
New Maori language app to help Dunedin families speak te reo
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Dunedin's new Aki app, a game-changing tool derived from University of Otago research, aims to boost te reo among young families.
Move over Spotify, YouTube’s here
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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google
New licensing deals means unofficial streams posted by regular users are now more likely to disappear, replaced by official uploads from labels.
Oxford Dictionary develops app for non-native English students
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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edutech
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personal computing devices
The Oxford Learner’s Dictionary of Academic English was developed to help non-native English speakers with their studies.
Facebook explains how it gets and uses information with privacy policy update
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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data privacy
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Facebook updates privacy policy, introduces Privacy Basics & proposes changes to policies, including clearer explanation of ads.
Custom apps enable customer engagement and collaboration
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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uc
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personal computing devices
The Good Technology Mobility Index Report Q3 2014 shows enterprise mobility is moving toward custom apps and iOS tablets.
Kiwi CodeBlue signs big deal with Apple
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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CodeBlue has signed a reseller agreement with Apple as part of a range of moves designed to provide Apple business users with a full managed services solution.
RBNZ seeks stronger regulatory oversight of payment systems
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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commerce systems
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risk & compliance
The Reserve Bank wants stronger oversight of the nation's payment systems, with a particularly focus on managing risks from the global infrastructu.
Navdy releases futuristic driving tool
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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apple
Navdy unveils a revolutionary driving gadget, blending HUD technology with hands-free controls for safer, smarter journeys.
'New era' as iOS comes under malware attack
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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malware
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firewalls
Security experts warn that a new malware family is targeting Apple iOS and OS X, marking a 'new era' in malware.
Apple blocks WireLurker infected apps
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
Apple moves to block apps infected with WireLurker, but warns users to download and install software from trusted sources only.
Telecom operators could lose 50 percent of customers by next year
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
A global survey by Ovum indicates telecom operators could lose up to half of their customers over the course of the next year.
'Make fitness your mission' with NZDF's Force Fit app
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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personal computing devices
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apps
NZDF launches 'Force Fit' app to help Kiwis achieve military-grade fitness, with no gym required. Aimed at boosting nationwide fitness levels.
Social networks drain smartphone batteries, says AVG
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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AVG reports social networks like Facebook and Instagram are major culprits in smartphone battery drain and storage woes.
Sharing photos on Facebook via smartphone has become much easier - and cooler
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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facebook
Facebook's new update transforms photo sharing into storytelling on smartphones, making it sleeker and more intuitive.
Banks to go to war in mobile payment battle
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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martech
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commerce systems
Several major banks are gearing up to release their own mobile payment apps, which could prove a major competitor for Apple Pay and competing products.
Spotify finally brings dark theme to iPad
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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digital entertainment
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apple
The new look brings Spotify’s dark theme, refreshed typography and rounded iconography that can be seen on the mobile and desktop platforms.
The Apple CEO is gay... so what?
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Apple CEO Tim Cook publicly acknowledges his sexual orientation as gay, a major step forward for the LGBT movement.
Looking back at this year's Ingram Micro Showcase
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Ingram Micro's NZ Technology Showcase dazzles with over 2000 attendees, making tech breakthroughs and industry networking the highlight of the year.
IDC report shows back to school promos and US appetite boost worldwide tablet market
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Boost from US hunger and school promos propels global tablet market up 11.5%, with 53.8 million units shipped in Q3, says IDC.