Apple stories - Page 24
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.
New iPadOS powers unique experiences designed for iPad
Tue, 4th Jun 2019
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ios
Apple unveils iPadOS with unique features to harness iPad's large display and versatility, enhancing multitasking, home screen, and Apple Pencil use.
Gartner: smartphone sales still suffering
Thu, 30th May 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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Global smartphone sales fell 2.7% to 373 million units in Q1 2019, with declines in Australia and competitive tension affecting top brands, says Gartner.
The world thought the iPod touch was dead: 'Nope', says Apple
Wed, 29th May 2019
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personal computing devices
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ipod
It has been four years since Apple released the 6th generation iPod touch, so clearly Apple thinks there’s still life in the iPod yet.
Hands-on review: The 2018 MacBook Air
Mon, 27th May 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
2018 MacBook Air revamp - sleeker, USB-C ports, Retina display, and updated keyboard, keeping its iconic status.
Hands-on review: iPhone XS Max is a luxury phone
Fri, 24th May 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
iPhone XS Max review: A bezel-less 6.5-inch giant with stellar performance and battery life, but at a premium.
Hands-on review: Is the Apple Watch 4 worth the price?
Thu, 23rd May 2019
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gaming
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wearables
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reviews
Apple’s flagship wearable device, the Apple Watch, is generally touted as the gold standard for what wearables should be able to achieve today.
Apple brings 8-core processors to MacBook Pro
Thu, 23rd May 2019
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endpoint protection
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edr
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personal computing devices
The addition of 8th- and 9th-generation Intel Core processors will deliver 40% more performance than a 6-core Pro.
Hands-on review: Playing the long game with the iPhone XR
Tue, 21st May 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
iPhone XR review: A triumph of cost-effective quality, boasting stellar performance and impressive durability.
Samsung first TV manufacturer to integrate Apple TV app
Wed, 15th May 2019
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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It wouldn’t be unrealistic to think they only talk via lawyers regarding smartphone patent breaches, but Samsung has now made a big announcement.
BeyondTrust updates remote access solution
Thu, 9th May 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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pam
BeyondTrust launches Privileged Remote Access 19.1, introducing features to integrate third-party solutions, simplify workflows and bolster security.
IDC: Apple slips to third behind Huawei in smartphone market
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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smartphones
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In a dramatic turn, Apple has slipped to third place in smartphone shipments behind Huawei, which saw a 50% increase, per IDC's 1Q19 report.
Spark launches eSIM compatibility - but there's a catch
Wed, 1st May 2019
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smartphones
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wearables
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smart home
Spark debuts eSIM in NZ, but only for Pay Monthly Customers with Spark-bought devices. Enjoy untethered connectivity on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G.
Hands-on review: The Apple iPad Pro, five months on
Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Apple claimed that the new iPad Pro is faster than 92% of portable PCs on the market. I was surprised when I found that to be true.
HP takes top spot from Lenovo in PC market
Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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In the worldwide PC market, global shipments were above expectations, reaching 58.5 million during the last quarter.
Apple's AirPower Wireless Charging Mat gets axed
Mon, 1st Apr 2019
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personal computing devices
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Apple has pulled all plans to bring its anticipated AirPower Wireless Charging Mat to market, because it can’t live up to Apple’s ‘high standards’.
Data centre titans blazing green energy trail – AWS under fire
Thu, 28th Mar 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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power / energy
Data from Cloudscene has revealed tech giants like Google and Apple are setting a precedent in renewable energy, but AWS has come under fire.
Apple mania! A brief look at Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and Apple News+
Tue, 26th Mar 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Whether you’re after news, TV, or gaming, it seems like Apple is pulling out all the stops to get your attention.
Aussies out of love with smartphone upgrades
Mon, 25th Mar 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Australia's smartphone market saw a 9% decline in shipments in 2018. Industry analysts cite a lack of innovation and economic pressures as key factors.
IDC: Aussie PC market back on the downhill
Mon, 25th Mar 2019
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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apple
After two quarters of near 10% growth, the Australian PC market dipped -2.5% in 4Q18 - a trend that looks set to continue in 2019.
Why 'Right to Repair' legislation could be a new lease on life for broken devices
Fri, 22nd Mar 2019
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personal computing devices
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apple
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applecare
New California legislation could give consumers the right to repair their electronic devices, challenging manufacturers' control over repairs.