Tag: Database

Apple’s FoundationDB open sources the database layer behind CloudKit

January 15, 2019 admin

Apple originally acquired FoundationDB in 2015, and last April it announced that it was making the cloud database open source. Now, things are being taken a step further as FoundationDB has announced it is open sourcing Foundation DB Record Layer, which powers CloudKit. more… The post Apple’s FoundationDB open sources the database layer behind CloudKit…

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Hands on: FileMaker Pro 16 adds design and integration features to long-time Mac database app

July 31, 2017 admin

This year’s upgrade to FileMaker Pro 16 brings small but key improvements to the database app — and AppleInsider gives you a brief overview. AppleInsider – Frontpage News

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Apple reportedly planning $1B database center and R&D facility in Vietnam

August 6, 2016 admin

As Apple continues to push digital sales and services into international markets, a report on Friday claims the company is mulling an expansion into Vietnam that would see the creation of a $ 1 billion database center and R&D facility. AppleInsider – Frontpage News

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Apple-Leased Vans Gathering Maps Info for Shift to In-House Mapping Database

May 30, 2015 admin

For the past several months, Apple-leased Dodge Caravans with equipment-laden roofs have been spotted driving around the United States. While early speculation suggested the vans could be Apple’s first attempt at developing a self-driving vehicle, it quickly became clear that the vans were being used for mapping purposes. The Dodge Caravans are all outfitted with…

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Apple acquires database software makers FoundationDB to speed up cloud services

March 25, 2015 admin

Apple has reportedly acquired database company FoundationDB, according to a new report from TechCrunch. The report cites sources and notes that the company is no longer offering downloads of its main database software product after posting the following notice to its website: Thank you for your support of FoundationDB over the last five years. We’re grateful…

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Apple Acquires ‘Rock-Solid High-Performance’ Database Company FoundationDB

March 25, 2015 admin

Apple has acquired database company FoundationDB, reports TechCrunch. FoundationDB is a company that “develops scalable and fault tolerant databases that support multiple data models.” A notice on the company’s site says that it has ceased to offer downloads after deciding to “evolve [the] company mission.” According to TechCrunch, FoundationDB may have been an attractive purchase…

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