Apple stories - Page 22
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.
Hands-on review: Sennheiser, Apple & Beats wireless earbuds put to the test
Mon, 18th Nov 2019
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digital entertainment
We looked at the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless, Apple AirPods Pro and Powerbeats Pro to try and determine which of the three is the best.
Hands-on review: Apple AirPods Pro
Fri, 15th Nov 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Apple's AirPods Pro deliver on their Pro promise with stellar noise cancellation, an intuitive user experience and sound quality worth the GBP £249 price tag.
Apple rolls out the 2019 MacBook Pro
Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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personal computing devices
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apple
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mobility
Flex your fingers, Apple MacBook fans - because it’s time for the 2019 iteration of the famed notebook line that never dies.
IDC: Global smartphone market returns to positive growth
Fri, 8th Nov 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Global smartphone shipments increase in Q3 2019, ending seven quarters of decline, says IDC. Indian market leads growth. Chinese brands rise.
Gartner: Wearable device spending to total US$52 billion in 2020
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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wearables
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
Gartner forecasts 2020 wearable device spending to reach USD $52 billion, up 27% from 2019, driven by smartwatches and smart clothing.
Apple AirPods Pro: A new design, but no battery improvements
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple unveils AirPods Pro with a fresh design and advanced noise cancellation; however, battery life remains unchanged. Available from 30 October for NZD $449.
Hands-on review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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gaming
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wearables
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reviews
After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
Hands-on review: One month with the Apple iPhone 11
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
After a month with the iPhone 11, its stunning design, exceptional camera, and impressive battery life prove it to be a standout in Apple's 2019 lineup.
One million users for ANZ mobile banking app
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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smartphones
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fintech
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martech
ANZ Bank's goMoney app hits milestone with one million active users, transforming how customers access banking in less than a decade since its 2011 launch.
Hands-on review: The 10.2' Apple iPad (Seventh Generation)
Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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gaming
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devops
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reviews
Apple’s 10.2 iPad (7th Gen) impresses with its versatility and performance, proving to be a powerful tool for both professionals and students alike.
Traditional PC market continues growth despite issues in the supply chain
Fri, 11th Oct 2019
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
Despite supply chain issues, the global PC market grew in Q3 2019, with Lenovo leading nearly a quarter of shipments and HP seeing the fastest growth.
Ola brings Apple Pay to ridesharing for Australia and New Zealand
Tue, 24th Sep 2019
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
Ola introduces Apple Pay integration in Australia and New Zealand, leading a major app upgrade focused on enhanced security and a frictionless user experience.
The rise and rise of ‘hearables’, as told by IDC
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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uc
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wearables
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digital entertainment
The wearable device market surged by 85.2% in 2Q19, with 'hearables' capturing 46.9% of the market, driven by new products and second-time buyers.
New wellness app launches in New Zealand
Tue, 17th Sep 2019
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smartphones
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Blys, a new on-demand wellness app designed to combat everyday stresses, is beginning its international rollout by launching in New Zealand, Auckland.
Apple issues clarification on extent of iOS malware infection
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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endpoint protection
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edr
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personal computing devices
Apple clarifies that an iOS malware attack impacted fewer than a dozen Uighur-focused websites, dismissing Google's claims of mass exploitation.
Apple brings always-on display to the Watch Series 5
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Both Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) and (GPS + Cellular) models will be available in stores beginning Friday, 20 September.
Apple Arcade & Apple TV+ want you glued to your screen
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Whether you’re into films, TV shows, documentaries or gaming, Apple is certainly pulling out all the stops to tempt people in a market that’s spoilt for choice.
Apple welcomes the seventh-generation iPad
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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personal computing devices
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ipad
Apple seems to be tweaking bits and pieces without coming up with anything radically different – except that it was built to fit with Apple’s iPadOS system.
All the details on Apple’s newest iPhones
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Apple unveiled its latest range of iPhones today focusing on camera improvements on top of the standard performance updates users have come to expect.
Hands-on review: The middle-of-the-road 2019 iPad Air
Mon, 9th Sep 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Apple's 2019 iPad Air falls squarely in the middle of the workhorse iPad Pro and the entry-level iPad in terms of price point and specification.