Apple stories - Page 29
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.
Digital payments taking over Oz - threat or opportunity?
Tue, 22nd Jan 2019
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
A report by Roy Morgan shows that over 70% of Australians are using at least one digital payment a year, with Gen X and Millennials leading the charge.
The message behind the Apple/Samsung iTunes partnership
Tue, 22nd Jan 2019
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Futuresource has released its perspective on what Samsung Smart TV's new iTunes Movies and TV Show app means for Apple as a company.
Can it be trusted? Huawei's founder speaks out
Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Ren Zhengfei spoke candidly in a recent media roundtable about security, 5G, his daughter's detainment, the USA, and the West's perception of Huawei.
IDC: PC shipments decline even in holiday quarter
Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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network infrastructure
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lenovo
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apple
PC shipments saw a 3.7% year-on-year decline in Q4 2018, with even the holiday season driven by consumer promotions failing to boost numbers.
Headphones market revenue still on the rise, says Futuresource
Mon, 31st Dec 2018
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uc
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digital entertainment
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headphones
Thanks to the desire for advanced features like noise-cancelling and true wireless, the revenue in headphones has grown 26% in 3Q18.
Hands-on Review: Apple AirPods gives unbeatable convenience, but with trade-offs
Fri, 21st Dec 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Apple AirPods offer unbeatable convenience with fast connectivity and portability but come with trade-offs in comfort and noise-cancellation features.
Huawei and Oppo fastest growing handsets in Oz
Thu, 20th Dec 2018
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apple
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samsung
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roy morgan research
Although they still are far from Apple and Samsung's numbers, the Chinese manufacturers are staking their claim on a piece of the Aussie market.
Mac malware on WatchGuard's top ten list for first time
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
The report is based on data from active WatchGuard Firebox unified threat management appliances and covers the major malware campaigns.
Is Supermicro innocent? 3rd party test finds no malicious hardware
Thu, 13th Dec 2018
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semiconductors
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
One of the larger scandals within IT circles took place this year with Bloomberg firing shots at Supermicro - now Supermicro is firing back.
IDC: Smartphone shipments ready to stabilise in 2019
Wed, 12th Dec 2018
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ios
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apple
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samsung
IDC expects year-over-year shipment growth of 2.6% in 2019, while the world's largest market is still forecast to be down 8.8% in 2018.
The 2018 Canalys APAC Channels Forum keynote
Thu, 6th Dec 2018
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
There was a lot to unpack at the Canalys APAC Channels Forum keynote. This long-form piece tries to cover all the most relevant points for ANZ.
Wearable device market one to... watch
Mon, 3rd Dec 2018
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wearables
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apple
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fitbit
Gartner says shipments of wearables will reach 225 million in 2019, with spending hitting US$42b, with smartwatches still taking the lion's share.
HID Global brings high authentication to mobile
Thu, 29th Nov 2018
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endpoint protection
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iam
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edr
The company's new offering brings the security of physical authentication to Android and iOS with near-field communication technology.
Hyperscalers hurling colossal capital at data centres
Thu, 22nd Nov 2018
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hyperscale
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dc
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iaas
The old proverb 'you have to spend money to make money' could never be truer than in the hyperscale data centre industry.
Hands-on Review: The iPhone Xs
Tue, 13th Nov 2018
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
Apple's iPhone Xs boasts an upgraded Super Retina display, durable all-glass finish, advanced dual cameras, and engaging augmented reality features.
The smartphone wars continue as shipments decline
Tue, 6th Nov 2018
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apple
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samsung
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xiaomi
This quarter saw a global 6% YoY decline in smartphone shipments, largely due to a 13% decline for market leader Samsung, but Xiaomi's rise continues.
Apple revamps iPad Pro; introduces Apple Pencil as accessory
Thu, 1st Nov 2018
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apple
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mobility
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tablets
Apple revamps the iPad Pro with a sleek design, A12X Bionic chip, and Face ID, while introducing a new magnetic, wireless-charging Apple Pencil.
Apple's new Mac mini & MacBook Air greener than ever
Wed, 31st Oct 2018
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storage
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apple
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mobility
Apple's latest Mac mini and MacBook Air, launching next week, boast enhanced performance and cutting-edge eco-friendly designs using 100% recycled aluminium.
Hands-on Review: Apple Motion & Compressor
Mon, 29th Oct 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
For the user looking to create absolutely stunning motion graphics at blazingly fast, real-time speed, look no further.
Hands-on Review: The Final Cut Pro X 10.4 update
Mon, 29th Oct 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Apple's Final Cut Pro X is revamped with 10.4 update, boasting superior colour grading, Logic audio, HEVC, and VR.