Apple stories - Page 13
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.
Global smartphone sales continue to decline
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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Smartphone sales decline in Q2 2019 with Huawei and Samsung seeing annual growth, while Apple continues to decline, says Gartner.
IDC finds smartphone shipments up 6.5% from previous quarter
Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
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Smartphone shipments continue to decline worldwide, with China and the US experiencing sharp declines, but the market may be stabilising, says IDC.
Check Point research discovers new variant of mobile malware
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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A new mobile malware variant, Agent Smith, has infected 25 million devices worldwide by exploiting Android vulnerabilities, with 15 million affected in India.
IDC: Global personal computing market sees growth bump
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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The global PC market saw a surprising 4.7% growth in Q2 2019, as easing supply shortages and trade tensions boosted shipments, reports IDC.
IDC: Apple slips to third behind Huawei in smartphone market
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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In a dramatic turn, Apple has slipped to third place in smartphone shipments behind Huawei, which saw a 50% increase, per IDC's 1Q19 report.
IDC: Worst smartphone sales year ever
Thu, 31st Jan 2019
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Smartphone shipments decline 4.9% in Q4 2018, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of decline, according to data from IDC.
The 2018 Canalys APAC Channels Forum keynote
Thu, 6th Dec 2018
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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.
The smartphone wars continue as shipments decline
Tue, 6th Nov 2018
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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.
Avoidable mistakes lead to iOS cryptomining attacks
Fri, 21st Sep 2018
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The attack dubbed 'Roaming Mantis' remains highly active, exploring new tricks and techniques to extend its reach.
Huawei takes out Apple to claim number two spot in Q218
Wed, 1st Aug 2018
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With a 41% year on year growth, compared to Apple's 1%, Huawei is now second only to Samsung in the number of shipments this quarter.
Apple watch shipments up 30% YoY with boost from LTE in APAC
Fri, 27th Jul 2018
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Apple saw a 30% YoY rise in Q2 2018 smartwatch shipments, driven by LTE model popularity in APAC. Yet, its market share dipped to 34%.
IDC - Global traditional PC market growth strongest since 1Q12
Mon, 16th Jul 2018
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The traditional PC market witnessed its strongest growth since 1Q12, with 2Q18 shipments reaching 62.3 million units, a 2.7% year-on-year increase, per IDC.
APAC smartphone market set for a downturn… before bouncing back
Sat, 2nd Jun 2018
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The global smartphone market declined in 2017 and IDC expects it to do the same this year before a resurgence of opportunities next year.
Apple popular amongst Australian tech employees
Tue, 15th May 2018
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Technology was named as the most attractive industry in Australia, followed by early learning and engineering.
Global smartphone market declines, but there are some bright spots
Fri, 4th May 2018
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During Q1 2018 we got a new leader on top of smartphone shipments, one vendor experiencing triple digit growth, and a huge decline in China.
Apple now powered by 100% renewable energy - will suppliers follow suit?
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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clean technologies
The company also announced that nine additional manufacturing partners have committed to power all of their Apple production with 100% clean energy.
Gartner: solid growth for top 5 global smartphone vendors
Fri, 1st Dec 2017
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Global smartphone sales grew by 3% in Q3 2017, with top vendors posting strong gains. Samsung led with 19.3% growth, while Xiaomi soared with an 80% rise.
Smartphone market up 2.7% as more affordable models dominate
Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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Smartphone vendors may be launching their high-end flagships in abundance, but it's more affordable models that will drive the market.
HP winner in better than expected Q3 PC market
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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The traditional PC market has clocked a better than expected result Q3, with HP logging a 'notable' growth thanks to big wins in Asia Pacific.
Digital projects driving India's commercial tablet sales
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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Strong growth in the commercial segment is helping drive marginal growth in the Indian tablet market, despite a declining consumer segment.