Apple stories - Page 136
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 offers free Christmas shipping in NZ
Tue, 29th Nov 2011
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Apple NZ ushers in the festive season with free shipping and special offers on a wide array of products, outshining previous promotions.
Wooing the web wizards
Mon, 28th Nov 2011
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Apple ramps up recruitment of web experts, tapping industry leaders to boost iCloud and secure its future in software, reports WSJ.
Apple's slick store service app
Mon, 28th Nov 2011
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Apple enhances in-store pickups with an innovative app for staff, enabling a seamless handover of online purchases.
Antivirus firms 'charlatans and scammers': Google engineer
Sat, 26th Nov 2011
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Google engineer blasts antivirus vendors as 'scammers', amid claims they exploit Android's vulnerability to sell unnecessary software.
ER co-stars square off for Jobs role
Mon, 21st Nov 2011
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ER alumni George Clooney and Noah Wyle vie for the role of Steve Jobs in an upcoming biopic, reigniting their on-screen rivalry.
Renaissance CEO resigns
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Renaissance CEO Richard Webb resigns to focus on tech incubation, exiting after steering through tough times including the Christchurch quake.
Android set to overtake iOS
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Google's Android on the brink of surpassing Apple's iOS with 200 million activations, despite malware threats on the rise.
Google launches iTunes rival
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Google unveils Google Music, the much-anticipated iTunes competitor, initially US-only, with over 13 million tracks but missing Warner Music's hits.
Is Apple about to discount the iPad?
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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Apple may slash iPad prices amid slow sales and stiff competition, hinting a 'pricing stimulus' ahead of Christmas and iPad 3 buzz.
MYOB takes first step towards cloud integration
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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MYOB debuts new cloud-era tools, investing $75m over 3 years to rejuvenate its accounting software, catering to desktop and Mac users.
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Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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techday
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Long-serving Apple director appointed chairman
Wed, 16th Nov 2011
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Arthur Levinson becomes chairman of Apple, stepping into the role after the loss of founder Steve Jobs. Disney CEO Bob Iger also joins the board.
Apple launches music matching service
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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Tracks are accessed at 256KBps AAC DRM-free quality, even if the copy in the user's library is of a lower quality.
Search on for Apple retail boss
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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Tim Cook's quest for Apple's new retail head continues, as recruitment firm scrambles to fill Johnson's big shoes amidst global expansion.
Amazon to challenge Siri
Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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Amazon makes a stealthy move, buying voice tech start-up Yap, potentially setting the stage to challenge Apple's Siri.
Voting via iPad
Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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Oregon trials iPad voting to boost accessibility, aiming at larger future elections. This move could revolutionise casting ballots in the US.
Telecom prices iPhone 4S
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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Telecom reveals iPhone 4S deals: Free with $120/month contract. Sale starts Friday at select NZ locations, challenging Vodafone's upcoming offer.
Motorola wins Apple injunction
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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Motorola's patent claim sees German court bar certain Apple devices, facing fines up to 250,000 euro. Google's acquisition not affected.
Is Apple bringing Siri to older iPhones?
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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With the new iPhone 4S landing here on Friday, one rumour suggests its flagship app may receive a more general release.
BRAINBITER released!
Mon, 7th Nov 2011
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TRellerby is a New Zealand Developer who has released one game to the appstore with positive reviews and is currently working on there second game.