Apple stories - Page 125
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 sues Samsung for ripping off iPhone, iPad
Tue, 19th Apr 2011
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Rather than innovate Samsung copied Apple's technology, user interface and style, says a complaint made by Apple.
Apple launches 'Support Communities'
Tue, 19th Apr 2011
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New forums launch to help users get the most out of their Macs, iPods, iPhones, iPads (without having to call Apple).
'All you can eat' mobile plan made permanent
Mon, 18th Apr 2011
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2degrees cements 'all you can eat' mobile plan, a game-changer for NZ users with unlimited calls, texts, and data, at $149.
Apple headhunts Microsoft cloud expert
Mon, 18th Apr 2011
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Apple snags Microsoft's cloud guru, Kevin Timmons, to elevate its data center prowess amid a search for an engineering ace.
White iPhone in two weeks, says Bloomberg (and Apple)
Fri, 15th Apr 2011
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Apple's elusive White iPhone 4 to hit US stores in two weeks, confirms Bloomberg, amidst anticipation and manufacturing challenges.
Auckland Bus Arrival Board
Thu, 14th Apr 2011
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Auckland bus users can now seamlessly access live arrival times with a simple click, revolutionising public transport convenience.
No new iPad in 2011, say component makers
Wed, 13th Apr 2011
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A next generation iPad 3 is only in the initial planning stage, say Chinese component makers who don't expect a release this year.
Authorised Steve Jobs biography due 2012
Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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Simon and Schuster to publish Walter Isaacson's iSteve: The Book of Jobs in 2022, featuring insights from Jobs himself and 100+ interviews.
CharlieQuotes
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Unleash your inner winner with CharlieQuotes, the new app packed with Charlie Sheen's iconic lines. Get weekly updates and troll-proof your life!.
Office for Mac Service Pack 1 - out now
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Microsoft launches Office for Mac 2011 SP1, boasting enhanced stability, security, and key features like better Outlook sync.
iPad 2 tops Consumer Reports tablet test
Wed, 6th Apr 2011
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iPad 2 beats rivals to become the best tablet in Consumer Reports' tests, excelling in nearly all 17 criteria assessed.
Skype downgrade available for Mac
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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After lashings of negative feedback, Skype has posted the previous version of the chat app to its website for Mac users to download.
Flip launches mobile apps
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Smartphone apps from Flip have been released for iPhone, iPad and Android devices alongside a new version of the FlipShare software.
Video: Photoshop demoed on iPad
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Adobe unveils thrilling new features for its Photoshop iPad app, including 'layers function', at Photoshop World. Release date remains under wraps.
HP attacks Apple's channel approach
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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HP says it will heavily in its channel to make its WebOS development platform is a more compelling and profitable one than Apple's.
App showcase: iRealGun
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Discover 'iRealGun' - the unique app that turns your device into a virtual firearm, complete with cocking and shooting animations. It's time to duel!.
End of the world facts
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Discover your doomsday with a new app predicting the end of the world, revealing fascinating stats about our potential future.
Nokia: Apple infringes virtually all our products
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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Nokia files second complaint with US International Trade Commission, claiming Apple infringes its patents in its devices.
Catastrophe guide
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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New app turns your phone into a life-saving device with easy steps on surviving disasters from earthquakes to nuclear threats.
Video: Amazon wins cloud-based music race
Wed, 30th Mar 2011
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Amazon beats Apple and Google by launching its own cloud-based music storage and streaming service. Video inside.