Apple stories - Page 130
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.
News: Mac App Store sandboxing scrutiny, stop Zenbook production, bootable Lion, and more!
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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The Mac App Store has come under scrutiny once again, this time for the upcoming sandboxing requirement policy.
App of the Week: Photosynth
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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Defying whimsy, Photosynth redefines panoramic photography for the skill-challenged, emerging as our App of the Week.
News publishers not matching ads to readers
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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In-house ads are taking up the majority of space on mainstream news sites, as publishers struggle to convince advertisers to make the leap from print.
Who’s using MySpace?
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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Myspace, once a faded tech legend, teases a revival with over 1M new users for its music platform, turning heads in its Spotify-esque comeback.
Mac or Windows - why choose?
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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Switching between Mac and Windows made easy with Parallels Desktop, letting users enjoy the best of both worlds without rebooting.
News: MacBook Air with Windows 7, VLC 2.0 for mac, Steve Jobs wins posthumous Grammy, and more!
Mon, 13th Feb 2012
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Innovations and tributes abound as MacBook Air runs Windows 7, VLC hits 2.0, and Steve Jobs posthumously bags a Grammy.
News: white MacBook discontinued, porting OS X to ARM, every Apple design ever, and more!
Sun, 12th Feb 2012
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Apple has now completely discontinued the white MacBook, after ceasing sales of the white MacBook to consumer customers back in July last year.
New small business printers from Epson
Sun, 12th Feb 2012
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New range of printers from Epson seems to be focused on small businesses. Plus it includes support for Apple iOS devices.
Apple shares approach US$500 mark
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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Apple shares are on the rise, nearing the USD $500 mark, fuelled by excitement over a potential iPad 3 launch and record-breaking earnings.
TED talks hit iTunes U
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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TED delivers its treasure trove of talks to iTunes U, enriching Apple's educational platform with insights on happiness, climate, and more.
FBI reveals Steve Jobs file
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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FBI declassifies 191-page dossier on Steve Jobs, revealing insights into his integrity, drug use, and aptitude for a governmental role.
News: EFI updates for older Macs, iTunes Match revenue stream, menu bar apps for iTunes, and more!
Thu, 9th Feb 2012
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EFI updates bring Internet Recovery to older Macs, enhancing functionality; iTunes Match offers new revenue for artists; plus innovative apps and accessories!.
News: Adobe Creative Cloud, the iOS-ification of OS X, Final Cut Pro X accolades, and more!
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Adobe has unveiled their creative cloud solution that allows users to subscribe to a complete version of Creative Suite 6 without paying the full retail price.
US giant ditches BlackBerry for iPhone
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Energy giant Halliburton swaps BlackBerry for iPhone, impacting 4,500 employees, after extensive OS research. A blow to BlackBerry's corporate appeal.
App of the Week: Tax Toolbox
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Wise advice's tax aid doesn't replace official IRD calculations but will be a huge help in day-to-day business life.
Apple faces iPad battle in China
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Apple embroiled in a legal tussle in China as Proview Technology claims iPad trademark rights, seeking NZ$1.9bn in damages.
News: Apple's iTV, updated UI resources in 10.7.3, Droplr for Mac, and more!
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Canadian telecoms get early access to Apple's iTV, controlled by voice and gestures, alongside macOS 10.7.3 UI updates and new Mac apps.
Is this Samsung’s last Apple laugh?
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Samsung's Superbowl ad may mark the final jibe at Apple, showcasing fans switching to Galaxy Note in a $10.5m spectacle. Will this end the rivalry?.
Apple's iBooks Author EULA fix
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Apple revises iBooks Author EULA after backlash, ensuring creators retain rights to content not in .ibooks format.
News: Apple violates FRAND patents, Motorola gets patent ruling, Apple's donations, and more!
Mon, 6th Feb 2012
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Two big stories surrounding Motorola and Apple this morning, all to do with patents, injunctions, and other fun legal proceedings.