Apple stories - Page 98
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.
Steve McLean leaves YooBee’s top job
Mon, 13th May 2013
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It’s understood that the general manager of YooBee, one of New Zealand’s largest Apple retailers, has left his post.
Kiwi software no longer patentable
Fri, 10th May 2013
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NZ's new bill ends software patents, sparking debate. A landmark move by the government splits opinions across the tech industry.
Can IT investment double corporate competitiveness?
Thu, 9th May 2013
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Research reveals how mobile computing, cloud services and online collaboration tools are improving productivity, but not for everyone.
Can Apple's budget iPhone steal Samsung's market share?
Thu, 9th May 2013
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The long-awaited, long-talked about budget iPhone is apparently set to launch, in a bid to knock Samsung off the top of the smartphone ladder.
Review - Beastie Bay
Wed, 8th May 2013
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gaming
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Beastie Bay review: A 'poor man's Pokémon' that surprisingly manages to outlast its Kiarosoft game cousins with engaging play.
Microsoft’s Windows 8 gamble backfires
Wed, 8th May 2013
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Software giant set for biggest product overhaul since 'new Coke' 30 years ago, as Steve Ballmer's 'bet-the-company' gamble looks lost.
Kiwi app passes 10 million downloads
Tue, 7th May 2013
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apps
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Wellington app developer celebrates as Into the Dead app reaches major milestones less than five months after release.
Gates: iThink Microsoft tablets are better
Tue, 7th May 2013
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Microsoft chairman unsubtly sticks the boot into Apple, questioning its lack of a keyboard and failure to run Office.
Tablets on the slide BlackBerry? Not just yet
Tue, 7th May 2013
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BlackBerry's CEO predicts tablets will wane in 5 years, yet IDC data shows a 142.4% surge in shipments, challenging his view.
China rules the PC world
Fri, 3rd May 2013
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China rose to the top of the PC market for the first time last year, relegating the US to second place with a lead of over three million units.
BlackBerry CEO: Tablets will fade in five years
Fri, 3rd May 2013
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Thorsten Heins has questioned the future of tablets, believing the device will have no reason to exist in five years.
Mobile advertising drives Facebook revenue
Fri, 3rd May 2013
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Social networking says 30% of revenue now comes from mobile advertising, as the site finds new ways to increase profits.
Trade Me users warned over scams
Fri, 3rd May 2013
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trade me
Auction site says suspicious emails have been sent to users, warning them to stay vigilant against any potential phishing scams.
Win iPads when you purchase Adobe Creative Cloud
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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Win an iPad Mini with Adobe Creative Cloud subscriptions, enhancing creative tools for your team. Limited offer by Digital Arena.
Appetite for Apple waning as Kiwis favour Samsung
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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ios
Companies continue rivalry in New Zealand, with Apple's manufacturer share decreasing in the country for the first time.
Microsoft advert mocks rival fanboys
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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Microsoft takes a swipe at Apple and Samsung fans in new ad, featuring a wedding brawl over whose device is better.
Yelp set to 'revolutionise NZ retail industry'
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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yelp
Will Kiwi consumers benefit from the arrival of an online review site, helping shoppers identify the most popular New Zealand businesses?.
Are tech advancements making Kiwis busier?
Wed, 1st May 2013
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Despite saving Kiwis six hours weekly, 77.5% still feel the crunch of busyness, with tech advancements blurring life's boundaries.
Samsung sells Galaxy Note 8.0 to Kiwis
Wed, 1st May 2013
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Samsung launches new Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet in New Zealand, designed for work and play, retailing at $599 for Wi-Fi model.
Smartphone newbies boost Windows Phone profits
Tue, 30th Apr 2013
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Windows Phone sees growth with 5.6% of smartphone sales in Q1 2013, attracting first-time buyers and boosting profits.