Apple stories - Page 130
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.
Apple shares approach US$500 mark
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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Apple shares are on the rise, nearing the USD $500 mark, fuelled by excitement over a potential iPad 3 launch and record-breaking earnings.
TED talks hit iTunes U
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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TED delivers its treasure trove of talks to iTunes U, enriching Apple's educational platform with insights on happiness, climate, and more.
FBI reveals Steve Jobs file
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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FBI declassifies 191-page dossier on Steve Jobs, revealing insights into his integrity, drug use, and aptitude for a governmental role.
News: EFI updates for older Macs, iTunes Match revenue stream, menu bar apps for iTunes, and more!
Thu, 9th Feb 2012
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EFI updates bring Internet Recovery to older Macs, enhancing functionality; iTunes Match offers new revenue for artists; plus innovative apps and accessories!.
News: Adobe Creative Cloud, the iOS-ification of OS X, Final Cut Pro X accolades, and more!
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Adobe has unveiled their creative cloud solution that allows users to subscribe to a complete version of Creative Suite 6 without paying the full retail price.
US giant ditches BlackBerry for iPhone
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Energy giant Halliburton swaps BlackBerry for iPhone, impacting 4,500 employees, after extensive OS research. A blow to BlackBerry's corporate appeal.
App of the Week: Tax Toolbox
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Wise advice's tax aid doesn't replace official IRD calculations but will be a huge help in day-to-day business life.
Apple faces iPad battle in China
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Apple embroiled in a legal tussle in China as Proview Technology claims iPad trademark rights, seeking NZ$1.9bn in damages.
News: Apple's iTV, updated UI resources in 10.7.3, Droplr for Mac, and more!
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Canadian telecoms get early access to Apple's iTV, controlled by voice and gestures, alongside macOS 10.7.3 UI updates and new Mac apps.
Is this Samsung’s last Apple laugh?
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Samsung's Superbowl ad may mark the final jibe at Apple, showcasing fans switching to Galaxy Note in a $10.5m spectacle. Will this end the rivalry?.
Apple's iBooks Author EULA fix
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Apple revises iBooks Author EULA after backlash, ensuring creators retain rights to content not in .ibooks format.
News: Apple violates FRAND patents, Motorola gets patent ruling, Apple's donations, and more!
Mon, 6th Feb 2012
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Two big stories surrounding Motorola and Apple this morning, all to do with patents, injunctions, and other fun legal proceedings.
News: Apple clarifies iBooks Author EULA, updated Snow Leopard update, Clarify, and more!
Sun, 5th Feb 2012
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Apple has updated the EULA of iBooks Author in order to clear the air surrounding the terms by which iBooks are to be sold.
Steve Jobs Android ad: homage or horror?
Fri, 3rd Feb 2012
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A Taiwanese firm's ad with a Steve Jobs lookalike promoting an Android product has sparked outrage for tastelessness.
Writer quashes talk of February Apple event
Fri, 3rd Feb 2012
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Noted tech myth-buster derails rumors of an unusual Apple event in February, stating no such gathering will occur.
News: Passware FileVault cracking, Mac OS X 10.7.3 released, the Apple iTV, and more!
Thu, 2nd Feb 2012
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A company called Passware has revealed they can crack Lion's full-disk encryption as used in FileVault 2 in under an hour.
Apple takes teaching to new heights
Thu, 2nd Feb 2012
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Apple's iBooks Author revolutionises education, enabling tailored teaching content for students, fostering a more individualised learning experience.
Facebook takes first step towards IPO - Updated
Thu, 2nd Feb 2012
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Facebook announces its first step towards IPO, aiming for a US$5 billion public offering, amidst investor caution and scam warnings.
News: Final Cut Pro X update, ZFS on the Mac, scanning to the cloud, and more!
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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Apple has released a significant update to Final Cut Pro X that adds a few features in order to play catch up with some of the features requested by video pros.
Samsung ousts Apple
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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Samsung, Fuji Xerox and LED monitors have come out on top in three IDC reports on the New Zealand and Australian markets in Q3 2011.