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This Day in History for January 3 — Apple Computer Incorporated, and More

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 22:21:24 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1870: The construction of the Brooklyn Bridge begins (more info)

1938: The March of Dimes is established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt (more info)

Walmart Employees Toss iPads Around Because They Can

Emerald Catron — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:15:06 +0000

Maybe don't buy expensive electronics from Walmart. If this (NSFW) video is to be believed, they've all been tossed around and dropped on the floor repeatedly just for the hey of it.

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Will You Buy The iPad Mini?

Kristine Bellino — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:42:51 +0000

Cupertino, CA (WIBX) - Apple is counting on sales of the new iPad Mini, hitting store shelves across the United States today.

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NASA and Apple Engineers Develop $11,111 Coffee Maker

Jeremy Taylor — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 21:15:54 +0000

What happens when rocket scientists take on the coffee machine? The answer is a $11,111 coffee maker which brews java at the "perfect" temperature.

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CNY Fresh Promotes Buying Local Throughout Central New York

Kristine Bellino — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:20:50 +0000

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - If you're looking for a place to pick apples, pumpkins, or find your new favorite microbrew, there's a website in Central New York that can help you do just that.

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Poll Results: Are You Planning To Buy The iPhone?

Kristine Bellino — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 01:06:38 +0000

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - Are Central New Yorkers among the seven million folks who pre-ordered or bought the new iPhone 5?

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Are You Buying The iPhone 5?

Kristine Bellino — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 11:52:48 +0000

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - Are you, or someone you love, waiting breathlessly to get your hands on the latest telephone being offered by Apple?

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Are 3D Community Maps An Invasion Of Privacy?

Kristine Bellino — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 11:20:17 +0000

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - A New York Senator is warning Google and Apple to use discretion when mapping communities using military-grade photographic equipment.

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Schumer Warning About 3D Community Maps

Kristine Bellino — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:55:37 +0000

Albany, NY (WIBX) - New York Senator Charles Schumer is calling on Google and Apple to use discretion it their 3D community maps.

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Democrats and Republicans Buy Different Stuff

Kristine Bellino — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 11:59:37 +0000

New York, NY (WIBX) - Your buying habits may reveal more about your politics than you think.

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Apple Named America's Most Profitable Retailer, But Which Company Took Second? — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:40:01 +0000

In news that would make Steve Jobs proud, Apple has been named America’s most profitable retailer, beating out other powerhouses like Tiffany & Co., GameStop and Select Comfort.

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Breaking News: Apple Founder Steve Jobs Dies At 56

Eric Meier — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:44:17 +0000

Steve Jobs, the visionary founder of Apple computers has died of pancreatic cancer at 56. Jobs was the driving force behind the company that brought us Macintosh computers, the iPod, iPad, iTunes and so much more

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