Apple stories - Page 52
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.
Watch out Fitbit: Apple is closing in
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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Leading wearable brand Fitbit may have a fight on its hands as Apple finds itself within striking distance in its first year in the wearable market.
Android to remain dominant OS as mobile phone market slows
Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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IDC says that despite Apple’s continued success with its variants of the iPhone, it will be challenged to take Android share.
Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption
Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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By 2020, 80% of the world will own smartphones, with 2-3 times more smartphones than PCs, says new Okta report.
iOS vulnerability targets corporate data
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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Appthority has identified a critical iOS ‘Quicksand’ vulnerability that enables malicious apps to harvest enterprise credentials.
Parallels 11: Same product, different box for Apple Stores
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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Such is Apple’s market power that then new version of Parallels is being released with two different packaging options.
New Apple Magic Mouse and wireless keyboard on the horizon
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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Apple is set to release a new ‘Magic Mouse 2’ and wireless keyboard with Bluetooth 4.2, according to regulatory filings posted to the FCC website.
Paper by FiftyThree gets a makeover, adding useful new tools
Fri, 14th Aug 2015
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The creative app Paper by FiftyThree has recently undergone a makeover, with new tools which have the potential to make it more useful.
Organisations choose iOS over Android for secure mobile apps
Thu, 13th Aug 2015
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healthtech
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Organisations are adopting an increasing variety of apps to secure corporate information, and choosing iOS over every other operating system.
Lenovo storms ahead of Apple, leads PC market
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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In Q2 2015, Lenovo had a 15% share of the PC market, which was enough to bump the company into the top position.
WhatsApp for iOS updated
Thu, 6th Aug 2015
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WhatsApp's new iOS update boosts user controls with unread markers, chat customisation, video backup, and more.
Microsoft gains tablet market share following Windows 10 launch
Wed, 5th Aug 2015
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Following the Windows 10 release, Microsoft's tablet market share soars to 9%, as Windows tablet shipments almost double.
Tech gadgets and travelling - we break it down
Wed, 5th Aug 2015
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navman wireless
From versatile smartphones to sleek e-readers, discover how the right tech can enhance your travel without the luggage fees.
6th Gen iPod touch: First impressions
Tue, 4th Aug 2015
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There have since been numerous iPod revisions. Now Apple has launched their latest refresh. Here are my first impressions.
Apple defies trends as other smartphone vendors struggle
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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Apple’s record-breaking streak with the iPhone continues, as other smartphone vendors are struggling, according to Juniper Research.
Apple, Samsung lose ground as tablet market sags
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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Apple has held its spot at the top in the global tablet market, despite a substantial decline in a market that has seen little innovation or updates.
ESET on the iOS 9 privacy update
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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Apple tightens iPhone privacy in iOS 9, stopping apps from spying on each other's presence, in a move to bolster user trust and security.
Smartphone market booming, thanks to new vendors and emerging markets
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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New vendors and emerging markets propel smartphone industry to its second highest quarterly shipment, with 337.2 million units moved in 2Q15.
While you were sleeping: Apple, Microsoft falter
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Apple and Microsoft earnings disappoint, raises doubt over tech rally that pushed Nasdaq to new highs #WallStreet.
Apple, Microsoft, Google: Who will dominate the enterprise tablet market?
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Global tablet sales have hit a plateau but there is an increased demand in the enterprise market, according to Forrester Research.
Apple Watch is on its way - to Noel Leeming
Wed, 22nd Jul 2015
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The much-awaited Apple Watch will finally be available to purchase in New Zealand, with Noel Leeming set to sell them.