Apple stories - Page 136
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.
Samsung No 1 Mobile Phone brand in ANZ
Wed, 21st Dec 2011
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Samsung has emerged as the top mobile phone brand in Australia and New Zealand, overtaking Apple, driven by strong Galaxy S II sales and growing Android demand.
iTunes Match now available in NZ
Mon, 19th Dec 2011
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Apple's iTunes Match launches in NZ, allowing Kiwis to sync their music libraries with the cloud. Full service now live for users.
Apple rises in ANZ PC rankings
Fri, 16th Dec 2011
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HP still leads the pack, although analysts acknowledge 'PSG spin-off debacle' has hurt the company's reputation.
Renaissance distribution manager: 'watch this space'
Fri, 16th Dec 2011
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Doug Casement, new manager at Renaissance Distribution, pledges major changes and 'baby cloud' offerings for 2012, signalling a strategic revamp.
Keep an eye on your home or business this Christmas
Thu, 15th Dec 2011
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The DCS-930L camera retails for $149, and the DCS-932L, which has built-in LEDs and a low-lux image sensor for night-time recording, will sell for $199.
Sotheby's to auction founding Apple document - Updated
Wed, 14th Dec 2011
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Sotheby's New York auctioned Apple's founding document for a staggering USD $1.35 million, far surpassing its expected price of up to USD $150,000.
App of the Week: LinkedIn
Wed, 14th Dec 2011
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Despite its potential, LinkedIn's mobile app frustrates with its non-intuitive design and technical quirks, yet the platform remains key for professionals.
Microsoft releases OneNote for iPad
Wed, 14th Dec 2011
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The app allows users to take quick notes 'for keeping tabs on all of your busy life's tasks, commitments, ideas and decisions'.
Apple on track to launch iPad 3 in March
Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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Apple gears up for a March release of the iPad 3, riding on the success of the iPhone 4S and teasing tech enthusiasts with timely anticipation.
Mac app store downloads top 100 million
Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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Less than a year from launch Apple's desktop/laptop software store is growing fast - is it too fast for Microsoft to catch up?.
Is Apple losing the patent war?
Mon, 12th Dec 2011
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As the Australian Samsung injunction lifts, a German judgement threatens to bar Apple's entire 3G line in the region.
Apple celebrates Beatles birthday
Mon, 12th Dec 2011
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It's been twelve months year since one of history's biggest businesses patched things up with one of history's biggest bands.
Apple to sell 30m iPhones this quarter?
Fri, 9th Dec 2011
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Apple's iPhone sales could hit a record 30m this quarter, as industry experts raise forecasts, despite a slowdown in iPad growth.
Trading halted for Renaissance announcement
Fri, 9th Dec 2011
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What caused shares in embattled technology distributor and retailer Renaissance Corporation to be put on hold this afternoon?.
RIM denied BBX trademark
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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Judge issues temporary ban on name RIM gave to forthcoming operating system; so what will the BlackBerry OS be called now?.
Noel Leeming's sales and profits up
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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Noel Leeming revels in a 40% profit leap, attributing success to in-demand tech gifts and refined customer service strategies.
InternetNZ to host second NetHui
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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InternetNZ gears up for the second NetHui, fostering diverse discussions among internet users and IT professionals in July 2012.
Microsoft to offer peek at Windows Store - Updated
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Microsoft gears up to unveil Windows Store in a bid to rival Apple's app market, promising an enticing revenue scheme for developers.
App of the Week: Evernote
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Ever stumble across a great website then try and find it later on and have no idea where it was? This is the app for you.
HP helps bring e-smiles to sick kids
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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HP launches e-smiles campaign, inviting the public to send digital messages of hope to sick kids at Ronald McDonald House, Auckland.