Apple stories - Page 7
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.
iPhone unlockers set a dangerous precedent for abuse, says security expert
Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Apple's attempts to prevent iPhone unlocking have been circumvented by a third-party provider, potentially giving law enforcement access to sensitive data.
Samsung tops smartphone shipments in 2017 despite Apple claiming Q4 - IDC
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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An IDC report has shown that Samsung's smartphone shipments took a dive in Q4, letting Apple take the top spot but only for that quarter.
Aussie tech company rubs shoulders with the best in Reuters top 100
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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Thomson Reuters has named Melbourne's Computershare among the world's top 100 technology companies, the only Australian firm to make the prestigious list.
Apple to pump up data center spending by $10 billion
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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Apple expects to invest over $30 billion in capital expenditures in the US over the next five years and create over 20,000 new jobs.
Ethique raises half a million dollars in less than a day
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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Christchurch's Ethique clinches £500,000 in a record day to fuel fight against plastic waste with eco-friendly beauty bars.
Social enterprise Ethique launches second equity crowdfunding campaign
Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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Ethique demands funds for global expansion, launching its second equity crowdfunding campaign on PledgeMe on 29 September, seeking USD $350k to USD $500k.
Huawei clinches Apple's 2nd place spot in global smartphone sales
Fri, 8th Sep 2017
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The findings come from market research company Counterpoint in its recently released Market Pulse report for July 2017.
Personal computing devices will return to growth - but not until 2019
Mon, 29th May 2017
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Commercial notebooks and detatchable tablets will help drive the personal computing device market back to growth – but it won't be until 2019.
Dominating Apple not immune to tablet market woe, Lenovo 'one to watch'
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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Even the holiday quarter of 2016 couldn't save the dwindling tablet market as it continued its spirally decline, IDC says.
Apple pips Samsung following 'roller coaster' year for the smartphone
Thu, 2nd Feb 2017
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The global smartphone market experienced growth in Q4 2016, with vendors shipping a total of 428.5 million units, according to IDC.
Xero and Apple Pay unite for easier payments
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Xero integrates Apple Pay, speeding up invoice payments for 862k users and enhancing small business cash flows.
Trump promises Tim Cook 'big tax breaks' if iPhone is built in America
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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Donald Trump has reportedly told Tim Cook to move Apple production to the US and out of China. #Trump #Apple #production #US #China.
What the U.S election means for the tech sector
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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As the U.S. election looms, the tech sector braces for the impact of policies by future POTUS on innovation and growth.
Apple comes out fighting against European Union's NZ $20 billion tax ruling
Wed, 31st Aug 2016
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Apple is confident it will wipe the pie off its face after it was hit by a €13 billion (NZD $20 billion) in retroactive taxes by the European Union.
Global smartphone growth flat
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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Minimal growth this quarter is primarily attributed to strong smartphone saturation in developed markets, as well as a decline from Apple and Samsung.
Intel's legendary former CEO Andy Grove dies
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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Tech titan Andy Grove, Intel's pivotal figure and former CEO, passes away at 79, leaving an indelible mark on Silicon Valley.
Cyclone mass configuring Apple devices with DEP offering
Fri, 1st May 2015
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Kiwi schools are lining up to take advantage of mass configuration of Apple devices with Cyclone Computers the first NZ reseller to offer Apple DEP.
Aussie Aussie Aussie: Microsoft to open flagship shop in Sydney
Tue, 21st Apr 2015
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Microsoft to open its flagship store in Sydney, challenging Apple with cutting-edge tech experience on Pitt Street Mall.
Will Apple's market arrival kickstart a future fuelled by phablets?
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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Apple's entrance to the phablet market could redefine mobile computing as bigger screens become the norm, overshadowing portable PCs and tablets.
What do Microsoft, Steve Jobs and 2degrees have in common?
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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John Stanton, the link between Microsoft, Steve Jobs, and 2degrees, takes a seat on Microsoft's board, showcasing his vast influence in mobile tech.