Apple stories - Page 40
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.
Smartphone market enjoys modest Q2 growth, Canalys finds
Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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smartphones
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samsung
Samsung leads with successful VR strategy as global smartphone market posts Q2 uptick, despite Apple's decline.
Apple's earnings fall victim to iPhone sales slump
Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple releases Q3 results: revenue falls for second straight quarter, along with sales of iPhone. Quarterly profit down 27%.
Dick Smith creditors vote for liquidation of failed company
Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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personal computing devices
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acer
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synnex
Dick Smith Holdings creditors have voted to place the failed business into liquidation in a last ditch effort to recoup some of their lost money.
And winner for the best Mac security solution is…
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Are you a Mac user? Apple’s offerings claim a substantial part of the market, and thus it is always good to know which security solution is best.
Apple Watch driving cellular smart watch shipments
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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personal computing devices
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wearables
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canalys
The popularity of smart watches with cellular connectivity is set to skyrocket, with 53.6 million units forecast to be shipped by 2020, according to Canalys.
Are Apple upgrades sabotaging older models?
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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apple
SumofUs claims Apple's iOS10 upgrade strategy is planned obsolescence, making older devices slower, according to a petition with over 150,000 signatures.
New malware steals passwords from OS X keychain
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
OSX/Keydnap is reportedly a Trojan stealing passwords and keys out of OS X keychains, while creating a permanent backdoor.
New backdoor malware targeting Mac devices
Fri, 8th Jul 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Apple users beware: New 'Backdoor.MAC.Eleanor' malware offers hackers full system control, posing as a benign file converter.
Hands-on review: Android Auto vs CarPlay
Wed, 29th Jun 2016
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gaming
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smartphones
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reviews
Holden Captiva offers compatibility with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, providing a glimpse of the future of smart car technology.
New Slideshow feature for Facebook photos
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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facebook
Facebook introduces new Slideshow feature allowing users to create personalised photo and video slideshows with music.
Apple, Google, and Facebook stake claims for bigger piece of communications services pie
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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software development
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personal computing devices
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facebook
Apple, Google and Facebook are all vying to strengthen their communications capabilities through messaging apps and integration.
Are iPads suitable for the classroom or are their days done?
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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mobility
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ipad
According to the Lewiston-Auburn Sun Journal, almost 90% of teachers and 74% of students preferred laptops over tablets.
Facebook introduces 360 photos
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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ar, vr & metaverse
This medium enables new opportunities for creativity, and we’re excited to see what kinds of 360 photos get shared on Facebook.
Scammers claim there is a virus in Apple’s iTunes database
Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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cyber attacks
Scammers are once again targeting Apple customers in their attempt to hijack accounts and steal payment information. Here's the rundown.
Digital assistants: The future of the connected home
Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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siri
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apple
Fast forward three years from now and at least 25 percent of households in developed economies will have digital assistants.
Apple makes its latest move with the smart home
Mon, 20th Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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apple
Apple unveils 'Home' app at WWDC, sidestepping Echo rivalry but strengthening its smart home strategy by centralising control.
Apple iCloud users are the new bait in phishing campaigns
Wed, 15th Jun 2016
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email security
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phishing
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breach prevention
Apple iCloud users are the latest targets of phishing campaigns using the same content but different domains to target users, FireEye reports.
NZ tablet shipments down despite ‘colossal’ detachables growth
Wed, 15th Jun 2016
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uc
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personal computing devices
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samsung
NZ tablet market wobbles as slate sales slide, but detachable varieties soar with a sharp 142% growth, IDC reports.
Major update for the Mac OS: Meet macOS Sierra
Tue, 14th Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple has announced its new desktop operating system, macOS Sierra, which includes Siri and many other new features.
Apple TV users in for a treat
Tue, 14th Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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siri
Apple TV's Siri gets a major boost, offering users faster access to thousands of apps and live TV channels, says Eddy Cue.