Apple stories - Page 14
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.
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.
Slight decline in smartphone market for Q2 2017 to be short-lived
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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New research from IDC has revealed the smartphone market declined slightly in the second quarter of 2017 – but this is expected to soon change.
Traditional PC market declines but fares better than expected
Fri, 14th Jul 2017
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Worldwide shipments of traditional PCs declined in the first quarter of 2017, but surprisingly the figures are more positive than expected.
Apple iPad sales defy the declining Indian tablet market in December quarter
Mon, 6th Mar 2017
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Apple recorded the fastest growth in the quarter ended December 2016, making it into the top five despite the segment shrinking 3.1 percent.
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.
Apple could be close to manufacturing deal in India
Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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Apple poised to forge manufacturing ties in India, eyeing local iPhone assembly in a burgeoning smartphone market.
Late quarter drive from Apple sees significant growth in smart watch market
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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Apple Watch shipments drive significant growth in global smart watch market, with 2.8 million units shipped in Q3 2016.
New IDC stats show Galaxy Note7 debacle hasn't slowed Samsung down
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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New statistics from IDC show that despite Samsung's Galaxy Note7 being removed from the market, this has had no effect on global smartphone shipments.
Low smartphone penetration in APAC represents 'big opportunity' for vendors
Tue, 16th Aug 2016
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Global smartphone shipments are expected to grow this year despite Apple posting its first annual decline. APAC can expect 13% growth.
Smartphone market enjoys modest Q2 growth, Canalys finds
Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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Samsung leads with successful VR strategy as global smartphone market posts Q2 uptick, despite Apple's decline.
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.
Apple targets new growth with new iPhone SE
Fri, 1st Apr 2016
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Apple has announced the release of the iPhone SE and the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, as well as a $50 price drop for the Apple Watch.
Holiday quarter bolsters smartphone sales, Huawei making waves
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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The worldwide smartphone market finished 2015 on a high, with a strong holiday quarter boosting volumes to record levels.
Ovum: New Apple lineup just 'me too' rather than innovative
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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Apple's latest launch has ensured the company's success for another year, but Apple's competitive edge is 'dangerously fading away' says analyst.
Android to remain dominant OS as mobile phone market slows
Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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IDC says that despite Apple's continued success with its variants of the iPhone, it will be challenged to take Android share.
Big players upping the ante in smartwatch market
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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Apple Watch launch propels smart watches into mainstream; big players expanding product offerings. Growth predicted until 2020.
Samsung hands over smartphone crown to Apple
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Samsung lost the No. 1 spot to Apple in the global smartphone market in the fourth quarter of 2014, after holding the top spot since 2011.
Android and iOS inch toward world domination
Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Android and iOS are continuing to move toward total domination of the worldwide smartphone market following results from 2014.
Phablets are so yesterday...
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Tablets with voice calling outshine phablets in Asia, capturing over 25% market share as consumers seek all-in-one devices.
Apple co-founder Woz to judge top Kiwi tech talent
Tue, 24th Jun 2014
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Apple's Wozniak and Sir Richard Branson to judge NZ's finest in global tech contest, highlighting Kiwi innovation on the world stage.