Apple stories - Page 77
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.
iWatch out... Apple to predict heart attacks
Tue, 18th Feb 2014
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Apple is developing sensor technology capable of predicting heart attacks, a feature which could be attached to the eagerly anticipated iWatch.
Samsung dominates smartphone-focused market
Mon, 17th Feb 2014
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Worldwide sales of smartphones accounted for 53.6 percent of overall mobile phone sales in 2013, exceeding annual sales of feature phones for the first time.
Apple eats through Microsoft's PC stock
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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If you label computers as devices on which people actually conduct their business, then recents findings suggest Apple leads the way.
Which songs will get you lucky tonight?
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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Spotify reveals Adele's Make You Feel My Love as the top song to ignite your Valentine's Day passion, backed by science.
Are we looking at the new Apple iWatch?
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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Stunning images coming out of America could be that of Apple’s eagerly anticipated iWatch, coming in two different models.
NZ online platform wins Sochi Paralympic broadcast rights
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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Attitude Pictures will present New Zealand audiences with 44 hours of free coverage and highlights packages from Sochi 2014.
'Little evidence' that smartphone use causes cancer
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Little evidence that moderate mobile phone use is associated with any cancer in head and neck region, states new report.
WeChat becomes fastest growing social application...
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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WeChat sees a 379% increase in users between Q2 and Q4 2013, making it the top growing social app, says GlobalWebIndex report.
Cook bets on Apple with new product launches
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Tim Cook teases new Apple innovations, hinting at future expansions but remains tight-lipped on specifics, as the tech giant bets big on its course.
What’s that Computer you’re not Wearing?
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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Wearable tech is set to transform how we live, driving hands-free functionality in everyday tasks and spurring 5% of sales by 2020.
Kiwi consumers warned about Flappy Bird clones...
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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Kiwi consumers on alert as 'Flappy Bird' clones, like 'Flappy Bee,' use stolen assets from NZ game 'Bee Leader', misleading fans.
Is Samsung demanding an Apple-free Olympics?
Mon, 10th Feb 2014
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Samsung's alleged ban on Apple products at the Olympics stirs controversy, despite denials from both the tech giant and the IOC.
Steve Wozniak: Apple should make an android phone
Fri, 7th Feb 2014
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Apple co-founder Wozniak stirs the tech scene by suggesting Apple should explore releasing an Android smartphone.
Apple NZ almost doubles profit... pays $3.9m tax
Wed, 5th Feb 2014
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Apple NZ's profits soar to $10.5m amid steady sales, despite paying just $3.9m in tax, amidst global scrutiny over tax practices.
Introducing Paper – Stories from Facebook
Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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Facebook marks its decade with Paper, a sleek app blending storytelling and social media, redefining how we share and explore tales globally.
Looking back at 30 years of Mac...
Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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On January 24, 1984, Apple introduced the Macintosh. And with it a promise that the power of technology, put in the hands of everyone, could change the world.
Westpac eyes up Google Glass app and iBeacon tech...
Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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Westpac to trial Cash Tank on Google Glass & introduce iBeacon technology in NZ branches. Chief Digital Officer believes 2014 is year of wearable tech.
Sun shines on Apple's iWatch production line...
Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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Apple explores solar charging for its iWatch, aiming to revolutionise battery life amidst user frustrations, according to industry sources.
Exploding iPhones claim two more victims...
Mon, 3rd Feb 2014
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iPhone Overheats and Burns Student, Highlighting Dangers of Back Pocket Storage; Czech Owners Report Bulging Batteries.
Windows 8.1 says ‘Hasta la Vista baby!’ to old OS
Mon, 3rd Feb 2014
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Windows 8.1 is growing in popularity, passing Windows Vista for the first time since Microsoft launched its revamped version in October last month.