Apple stories - Page 101
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.
Skype downgrade available for Mac
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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After lashings of negative feedback, Skype has posted the previous version of the chat app to its website for Mac users to download.
Flip launches mobile apps
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Smartphone apps from Flip have been released for iPhone, iPad and Android devices alongside a new version of the FlipShare software.
Video: Photoshop demoed on iPad
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Adobe unveils thrilling new features for its Photoshop iPad app, including 'layers function', at Photoshop World. Release date remains under wraps.
HP attacks Apple's channel approach
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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HP says it will heavily in its channel to make its WebOS development platform is a more compelling and profitable one than Apple's.
App showcase: iRealGun
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Discover 'iRealGun' - the unique app that turns your device into a virtual firearm, complete with cocking and shooting animations. It's time to duel!.
End of the world facts
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Discover your doomsday with a new app predicting the end of the world, revealing fascinating stats about our potential future.
Nokia: Apple infringes virtually all our products
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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Nokia files second complaint with US International Trade Commission, claiming Apple infringes its patents in its devices.
Catastrophe guide
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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New app turns your phone into a life-saving device with easy steps on surviving disasters from earthquakes to nuclear threats.
Video: Amazon wins cloud-based music race
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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Amazon beats Apple and Google by launching its own cloud-based music storage and streaming service. Video inside.
No new Apple hardware for WWDC
Tue, 29th Mar 2011
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June's Worldwide Developers Conference rumoured to be 100% software focussed, meaning no new iPad, iPhone or Mac hardware.
Nuance PDF converter undercuts Adobe Acrobat
Fri, 25th Mar 2011
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Nuance unveils PDF Converter for Mac with editing function, offering similar features to Adobe Acrobat at a lower price.
There's no app for freedom of expression
Thu, 24th Mar 2011
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Apple pulls gay 'cure' app after public outcry, sparking debate on freedom of expression vs offensive content.
Apple pulls 'Gay Cure' iPhone app
Thu, 24th Mar 2011
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Apple axes 'Gay Cure' app after 146k petition, siding with LGBT safety over Exodus International's controversial therapy claims.
Mac OS 'father' quits Apple
Thu, 24th Mar 2011
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Bertrand Serlet, known as the 'Father of Mac OS X', exits Apple to pursue science, ending a 22-year collaboration with Steve Jobs.
Judge orders Jobs to answer iTunes antitrust questions
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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Despite being on medical leave, Steve Jobs has been ordered by a judge to answer questions related to an iTunes antitrust case.
Apple sues Amazon over 'App Store' trademark
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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Apple files suit against Amazon, seeking to stop the retail giant from using the App Store name, citing trademark infringement and potential customer confusion.
Wife said No, Apple said Yes
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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Apple overturns wife's veto, gifts man a free iPad 2 with a cheeky note, sparking debates on marital finances.
Xero iPhone app due 'late March'
Mon, 21st Mar 2011
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Xero gears up to launch its eagerly awaited free iPhone app, Xero Touch, by late March, following successful employee tests and demo.
AT&T buys T-Mobile
Mon, 21st Mar 2011
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AT&T set to acquire T-Mobile USA in a groundbreaking $39bn deal, reshaping the US mobile carrier landscape and boosting network capabilities.
Steve Jobs emails Japanese staff
Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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Steve Jobs expresses solidarity with Apple's Japanese team amidst devastation, offering support following the delay of iPad 2 launch due to tragic events.