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Apple sells three million iPads in three days
Apple

Apple sells three million iPads in three days

Apple's new iPad mini and fourth gen iPad sales soar to 3 million in three days, doubling their record. Demand exceeds supply.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Nov 2012
Is Apple finally playing catch up?
Apple

Is Apple finally playing catch up?

As the iPad mini hits New Zealand, Adam Leach, principal analyst at Ovum provides his view on Apple's Strategy.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Nov 2012
Apple releases iPad mini to New Zealand
Apple

Apple releases iPad mini to New Zealand

Kiwis become first nation on the planet to get their hands on Apple's new small-sized tablet, launched at 8am this morning.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Nov 2012
Apple increases staff and store count during 2012
Apple

Apple increases staff and store count during 2012

Apple reports growth in employees to 72,800 and expands retail stores to 390 worldwide in 2012, planning further global openings.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Nov 2012
Kiwis first in line for iPad mini
Apple

Kiwis first in line for iPad mini

Apple has announced New Zealanders will be the first to purchase the iPad mini, available from 2 November with prices starting at NZD $479.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Nov 2012

Global Stories

Tumblr releases official iPad App
iOS

Tumblr releases official iPad App

Tumblr launches its anticipated iPad app with full features, including Markdown and GIF support, now available for free on the App Store.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 21st Dec 2012
Analysts awaiting Apple's Next Big Thing
Apple

Analysts awaiting Apple's Next Big Thing

Apple faces a stock slide just months after reaching a peak, leaving analysts eager for its 'Next Big Thing' to revive fortunes.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2012
FileMaker Go flies past 500,000 downloads
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FileMaker Go flies past 500,000 downloads

FileMaker Go hits over 500,000 downloads as firms craft business solutions on iOS, marking rapid growth in custom app development.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 14th Dec 2012
December closure date for The Daily
Apple

December closure date for The Daily

Rupert Murdoch to shut The Daily next week, citing a $30m loss and just 100k subscribers after a 21-month run, failing to meet targets.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Dec 2012
Next year Nexus sales to hit 9.6 million
Google

Next year Nexus sales to hit 9.6 million

Google's Nexus sales forecast dipped to 9.6M for next year amid stiff competition, down from a lofty 14.6M, as it battles giants like Apple.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Nov 2012
Apple registers iMessage trademark
Apple

Apple registers iMessage trademark

Apple finally secures iMessage trademark, years after its 2011 debut, enhancing its messaging service for iOS and Mac users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
Vodafone offers new iPad range across NZ
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Vodafone offers new iPad range across NZ

Vodafone NZ to dazzle Kiwis with the new iPad range, offering $0 upfront on a 2GB plan. First to carry both models nation-wide.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
Apple wins rounded rectangle patent
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Apple wins rounded rectangle patent

Android camp likely to be concerned as Silicon Valley company awarded design after examination of prior art and works.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Nov 2012
Apple announces company shake-up
iOS

Apple announces company shake-up

Apple reshuffles leadership, enhancing teamwork among product teams following the departures of iOS chief Scott Forstall and retail head John Browett.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2012
Apple admits Samsung iPad innocence
Apple

Apple admits Samsung iPad innocence

Apple acknowledges Samsung didn't copy iPad designs after a UK court ruling, marking a rare legal defeat for the tech giant.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Oct 2012
Apple shifts 26.9 million iPhones during Q4
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Apple shifts 26.9 million iPhones during Q4

Apple sells 26.9 million iPhones in Q4, earning $36bn but misses Wall Street's higher expectations. Growth follows iPhone 5 launch.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012
Apple launches iPad mini
Apple

Apple launches iPad mini

Apple reveals the sleek iPad mini, boasting a 7.9-inch display and a lightweight design, aiming to dominate the market against Google and Amazon.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Oct 2012
Apple approaching iPad Mini release
Apple

Apple approaching iPad Mini release

Media expectations for the smaller-sized tablet reaching fever pitch on the eve of the Apple's product launch.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Oct 2012