Apple stories - Page 111
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.
Foxconn factory hired underage workers
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Apple manufacturer admits hiring teenagers as young as 14 to work in Chinese factory, raising fresh questions over labour rights.
iPad Mini to launch November 2nd?
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Apple sends out invites for October 23rd event, hinting at iPad Mini launch potentially hitting shelves by November 2nd. Surface Tablet pricing leaks.
Apple invites spark iPad Mini mania
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Apple set to reveal iPad Mini at California event next week, with 16 versions rumoured. Invites sent to media.
Cloud connection for new NAS drive from D-Link
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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D-Link launches innovative NAS drive in NZ with seamless cloud integration via 'mydlink', making file access easy from anywhere.
Apple to offer 16 iPad Mini versions?
Mon, 15th Oct 2012
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Media reports suggest tech giant will release four product versions including memory, colour and network options.
Microsoft to launch Office for iOS and Android?
Mon, 15th Oct 2012
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Microsoft set to introduce Office apps for iOS and Android in March 2013, amid mixed messages and confusion over official announcements.
Are handheld games consoles on borrowed time?
Fri, 12th Oct 2012
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Console developers have been given some food for thought today as new research shows mobile gaming is becoming a real force in the industry.
Samsung releases Galaxy S III mini
Fri, 12th Oct 2012
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Samsung unveils the Galaxy S III mini in Germany, aiming to compete with Apple's iPhone 5 with a compact 4-inch screen and Android 4.1.
Samsung Galaxy S III 'Mini' set for unveiling
Thu, 11th Oct 2012
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Company Mobile chief confirms the release of a smaller version of it's Android smartphone, set for unveiling in Germany on Thursday.
Microsoft CEO suggests Apple approach
Thu, 11th Oct 2012
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World's largest software company signals a shift to hardware and online services, in line with long-time rival Apple.
Negative headlines causes Apple stock decline
Wed, 10th Oct 2012
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As company shares fall 10% in the face of recent bad publicity, Wall Street analysts continue recommending investors to buy.
Buying online? Search for the NEGATIVE reviews
Tue, 9th Oct 2012
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Unscrupulous companies are paying bloggers for fake positive reviews. To avoid falling for this, search for negative reviews to get the real scoop.
Apple orders 10 million iPad Minis
Tue, 9th Oct 2012
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Apple orders a record 10 million iPad Minis, doubling orders for Amazon's Kindle Fire, amid its largest product launch season.
Facebook fine tunes Android App
Tue, 9th Oct 2012
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Social networking site in final testing phase for new native Android app, over a month after releasing iOS updates.
Smartphone sales double Samsung profits
Mon, 8th Oct 2012
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South Korean company predicts record profits in the three months to September, led by sales of its Galaxy smartphones.
GrabOne goes with Apple's new Passbook
Mon, 8th Oct 2012
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GrabOne integrates with Apple's Passbook, becoming NZ's first to offer coupons via iOS6, simplifying how users manage offers.
Is the humble LED the future of printing?
Mon, 8th Oct 2012
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Oki Data Australia makes the case for LED technology, highlighting its reliability, energy efficiency and improved image quality compared to laser printing.
Fears for iPhone 5 shortage after Chinese factory strike
Mon, 8th Oct 2012
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Over 4,000 workers reportedly down tools in protest over working a national holiday, as pressure increases to meet iPhone 5 demand.
Xero debuts Android accounting app
Fri, 5th Oct 2012
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Xero launches Android app for on-the-move accounting, targeting 50% of SMEs keen on mobile financial management.
Have you got the Tech Factor?
Fri, 5th Oct 2012
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Simon Cowell and Will.i.am discuss the launch of an X Factor style show aimed at aspiring technology entrepreneurs.