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.
150 million users for Apple's iCloud
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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Apple's iCloud set to revolutionise with 150 million users, following a surge in interest for its free and premium services, reveals RBC Capital survey.
Startling security lapse at Dropbox
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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Dropbox confesses to a severe security lapse, leaving users' data unprotected for hours due to a bug in their system.
Tablet growth 'staggering': report
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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Tablet sales set to soar to 215 million by 2025, with Apple's iPad leading the charge, defying predictions of PC market cannibalisation.
Cool CPUs expected to drive new slim Macs
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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Intel's new ultra-efficient Sandy Bridge chips could power slimmer MacBook Airs, boosting performance while cutting heat and battery use.
SRM platform goes beyond CRM at YOOBEE
Thu, 16th Jun 2011
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YOOBEE launches 'Engage', a new SRM platform outpacing traditional CRM by offering seamless coordination of stakeholder communications.
Apple to sell unlocked iPhones, suggest rumours
Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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Rumours suggest Apple may start selling unlocked iPhones in the US, echoing New Zealand's trend. Freedom from carriers could be imminent.
Facebook tattoo video is viral marketing hoax
Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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The story of a Dutch lady who tattooed the profile pictures of 152 of her Facebook friends on her arm, turns out to be a viral marketing hoax.
Xperia Play gets Minecraft early
Mon, 13th Jun 2011
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The addictive sandbox game will get an early release on Xperia Play phones, along with 20 other new titles for the platform.
Apple sued over iCloud trademark
Mon, 13th Jun 2011
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Apple lands in another trademark dispute, this time over the iCloud name already in use by an Arizona-based communications and VoIP business.
Type Server aims to prevent font infringement
Sat, 11th Jun 2011
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Extensis launches Universal Type Server 3 to combat font infringement, safeguarding companies' assets and avoiding legal woes.
Desert Zombie brings FPS to iOS
Fri, 10th Jun 2011
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Desert Zombie: Last Stand brings thrilling FPS action to iOS, powered by Unreal Engine for console-quality gameplay.
iOS 5 already jailbroken
Wed, 8th Jun 2011
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Hackers jailbreak Apple's new iOS 5 just days after its announcement, using limera1n exploit on an iPod Touch, showcasing a tethered breakthrough.
First look at iOS 5
Tue, 7th Jun 2011
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Apple unveiled a first look at the next generation of its mobile device operating system at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference.
YouSendIt users surpass Dropbox
Fri, 3rd Jun 2011
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YouSendIt claims victory over Dropbox, surpassing 30 million unique users in 12 months, thanks to a strategic partnership with Yahoo Mail.
Vodafone hikes iPhone 4 prices
Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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Vodafone NZ hikes iPhone 4 prices despite stable Apple costs, leaving customers facing up to $510 more for their device.
iWork intro'd for iOS
Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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Apple launches Keynote, Pages, and Numbers for iOS, making on-the-go document creation a breeze. Available in the App Store now.
Sony finally squares up to Apple
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Two Android 3.0-powered Sony tablets are due to be released before the end of the year and go head-to-head with Apple's market-leading iPad 2.
Apple says it's not tracking iphone users
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Apple refutes claims of tracking iPhone users, citing encryption and bugs for stored data. Fixes and stronger privacy measures promised.
Apple releases MacDefender update
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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In response to mounting criticism, Apple has issued a crucial MacDefender malware removal update for OSX, now available via Software Update preferences.
Apple set to unleash Lion
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Apple to debut OSX Lion and more at WWDC, with Steve Jobs leading the charge. New versions for iPhone, iPad, and iCloud also expected.