Apple stories - Page 22
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.
Momentum across APAC drives wearable band market as Fitbit falters
Wed, 18th Dec 2019
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Momentum across APAC drives a 65% surge in the wearable band market in Q3 2019, with Xiaomi dominating as Fitbit's market share dips amidst acquisition talks.
Cellular Apple Watch Series 5 available from Spark today
Fri, 13th Dec 2019
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For $12.99 a month, the One Number Wearable Plan lets users share their primary plan’s minutes and texts and get unlimited data on the watch through an e-sim.
Apple announces first ever Apple Music Awards
Wed, 4th Dec 2019
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Apple Music will celebrate with a global, live-streamed performance by Billie Eilish at the Steve Jobs Theater on December 5 at 3:30 pm.
Gartner: Apple continues to lose as smartphone market drops
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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Huawei, Samsung, and OPPO increased market share in the third quarter of 2019, while Apple and Xiaomi share declined.
Jamf announces powerful new product line
Wed, 20th Nov 2019
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Jamf has deployed new functionality across its suite of products that take advantage of Apple’s advances for businesses.
Hands-on review: Sennheiser, Apple & Beats wireless earbuds put to the test
Mon, 18th Nov 2019
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We looked at the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless, Apple AirPods Pro and Powerbeats Pro to try and determine which of the three is the best.
Hands-on review: Apple AirPods Pro
Fri, 15th Nov 2019
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Apple's AirPods Pro deliver on their Pro promise with stellar noise cancellation, an intuitive user experience and sound quality worth the GBP £249 price tag.
Apple rolls out the 2019 MacBook Pro
Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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Flex your fingers, Apple MacBook fans - because it’s time for the 2019 iteration of the famed notebook line that never dies.
IDC: Global smartphone market returns to positive growth
Fri, 8th Nov 2019
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Global smartphone shipments increase in Q3 2019, ending seven quarters of decline, says IDC. Indian market leads growth. Chinese brands rise.
Gartner: Wearable device spending to total US$52 billion in 2020
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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Gartner forecasts 2020 wearable device spending to reach USD $52 billion, up 27% from 2019, driven by smartwatches and smart clothing.
Apple AirPods Pro: A new design, but no battery improvements
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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Apple unveils AirPods Pro with a fresh design and advanced noise cancellation; however, battery life remains unchanged. Available from 30 October for NZD $449.
Hands-on review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
Hands-on review: One month with the Apple iPhone 11
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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After a month with the iPhone 11, its stunning design, exceptional camera, and impressive battery life prove it to be a standout in Apple's 2019 lineup.
One million users for ANZ mobile banking app
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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ANZ Bank's goMoney app hits milestone with one million active users, transforming how customers access banking in less than a decade since its 2011 launch.
Hands-on review: The 10.2' Apple iPad (Seventh Generation)
Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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Apple’s 10.2 iPad (7th Gen) impresses with its versatility and performance, proving to be a powerful tool for both professionals and students alike.
Traditional PC market continues growth despite issues in the supply chain
Fri, 11th Oct 2019
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Despite supply chain issues, the global PC market grew in Q3 2019, with Lenovo leading nearly a quarter of shipments and HP seeing the fastest growth.
Ola brings Apple Pay to ridesharing for Australia and New Zealand
Tue, 24th Sep 2019
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Ola introduces Apple Pay integration in Australia and New Zealand, leading a major app upgrade focused on enhanced security and a frictionless user experience.
The rise and rise of ‘hearables’, as told by IDC
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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The wearable device market surged by 85.2% in 2Q19, with 'hearables' capturing 46.9% of the market, driven by new products and second-time buyers.
New wellness app launches in New Zealand
Tue, 17th Sep 2019
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Blys, a new on-demand wellness app designed to combat everyday stresses, is beginning its international rollout by launching in New Zealand, Auckland.
Apple issues clarification on extent of iOS malware infection
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Apple clarifies that an iOS malware attack impacted fewer than a dozen Uighur-focused websites, dismissing Google's claims of mass exploitation.