Apple stories - Page 117
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 aims another blow at Adobe
Thu, 15th Apr 2010
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Apple intensifies its crusade against Adobe by halting developers from turning Flash into iOS-friendly content, escalating their feud.
Google tablet in the works
Tue, 13th Apr 2010
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Google has announced it is developing an Android-powered tablet, aiming to rival Apple's iPad. CEO Eric Schmidt confirms ongoing talks with publishers.
Adobe releases Creative Suite 5
Tue, 13th Apr 2010
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With a new program and a host of new features and tools, Adobe's new release of Creative Suite has a focus on 3D and interactive content.
iSpeechCards
Mon, 12th Apr 2010
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Revolutionise your speeches with iSpeechCards, the digital cue card app for iPhone and iPod Touch, perfect for any public speaking event.
iTunes to integrate with Facebook connect
Sun, 11th Apr 2010
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iTunes gears up to deepen social ties with Facebook Connect integration, facilitating users in sharing their music purchases.
iPhone OS 4.0 gets multitasking, iBooks
Sat, 10th Apr 2010
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Apple's iPhone OS 4.0 to introduce multitasking and iBooks, enhancing user experience with over 100 new features set for a summer release.
Apple sold 300,000 iPads on first day
Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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Apple's iPad launch day success: Over 300,000 units fly off the shelves, alongside a million apps and numerous e-books purchased.
Next iPhone OS revealed April 8th
Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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Apple to unveil iPhone 4.0 OS on April 8, promising potential multitasking and video chat features ahead of the device's summer release.
iPad battery exceeds expectations
Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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Apple's iPad battery outperforms expectations, lasting over 10 hours under normal use. Reviewers report up to 12 hours of continuous movie playback.
Only 20% of iPad apps free
Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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With 80% of iPad apps charging fees, customers face high costs in a market dominated by pricey games and subscriptions.
Next iPhone to get range of new features
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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More leaks seem to indicate that a new iPhone could be coming in June or July sporting a whole new range of features, including multitasking and an HD display.
New iTunes released in time for iPad
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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iTunes version 9.1 is now available, with expanded Genius features and a new section for books, which will integrate with the iPad.
iPad pre-order demand exceeds supply
Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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Pre-orders have swamped Apple and forced it to push back its shipping date for some customers, leading analysts to expect high iPad sales throughout the year.
Apple to launch mobile advertising platform
Mon, 29th Mar 2010
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Apple is set to shake up mobile advertising with the rumoured launch of its iAd platform, potentially dealing a blow to Google's ad dominance.
iPad apps pricier than those on iPhone
Mon, 29th Mar 2010
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According to leaked screenshots from the iPad app store, it appears that iPad apps are far pricier than their iPhone counterparts.
iPhone to get universal mailbox
Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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The next version of the iPhone will feature a universal mailbox that will compile different email accounts on one screen, along with other new iPhone features.
Messenger for Mac 8 beta released
Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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Microsoft has released the Messenger for Mac 8 beta, which will connect Mac users via audio or video call to a contact on the Windows Live network.
Free ePub books will sync with iPad
Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Apple confirms free ePub books will sync on iPads, easing concerns over content restrictions, says CEO Jobs. A win for fans of classics.
iPad sales likely to outpace original iPhone
Sun, 21st Mar 2010
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With an estimated 200,000 iPads already pre-ordered, analysts believe that there could be more iPads sold in its first quarter than the 1.
Google TV will push Apple into action
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Google's upcoming TV device, backed by Sony, Intel, and Logitech, poses a threat to Apple TV sales, according to reports.