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Google and HTC announce US$1.1 billion partnership
Google

Google and HTC announce US$1.1 billion partnership

Google has agreed to acquire certain employees from HTC for its Pixel smartphone development, in a deal worth $1.1bn.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
Apple kills 32-bit apps in iOS 11 update
Software Development

Apple kills 32-bit apps in iOS 11 update

Thousands of apps will disappear from the App Store as iOS 11 kills 32-bit apps, potentially resulting in a loss of revenue for businesses.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
iOS 11 is here: Everything you need to know about the update
iOS

iOS 11 is here: Everything you need to know about the update

iOS 11 rolls out with AR capabilities, enhanced Siri, and a revamped App Store, marking the most significant update for iPad yet.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
End of an era – 2degrees to shut up shop on 2G
Unified Communications

End of an era – 2degrees to shut up shop on 2G

2degrees is set to close its 2G service by March 2018, urging customers to upgrade to 3G or 4G phones as the end of second-generation wireless technology looms.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
ExpensiveWall signs users up to fraudulent SMS services
Malware

ExpensiveWall signs users up to fraudulent SMS services

Android users in the UK have been warned about a strain of malware, called ExpensiveWall, that can lead to fraudulent charges on their accounts.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
No sign of wear in the wearables market with double digit growth
Analyst report

No sign of wear in the wearables market with double digit growth

IDC forecasts vendors will ship a total of 121.7 million wearable devices this year alone, a whopping 16.6 percent increase last year's efforts.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
Trello goes standalone for Windows and Mac
DevOps

Trello goes standalone for Windows and Mac

Trello launches dedicated desktop apps for Windows and Mac, offering users an escape from browser-tab chaos with new features and shortcuts.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
Hands-on Review: The mStand will maximise your desk's space and aesthetics
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The mStand will maximise your desk's space and aesthetics

Transform your workspace with the mStand; for back health and desk minimalism, this stand's ergonomic design promises comfort and style.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2017
Seven things you need to know about Apple's iPhone X
Wearables

Seven things you need to know about Apple's iPhone X

Apple has unveiled the iPhone X, the latest addition to its smartphone lineup, featuring Face ID and OLED screens.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2017
It's that time again: Apple's iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are unveiled
AR, VR & Metaverse

It's that time again: Apple's iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are unveiled

Apple has unveiled its newest additions to the iPhone family, the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, featuring a powerful A11 bionic chip and improved cameras.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2017
Apple adds 4K and HDR to Apple TV for 'cinematic quality'
Digital Signage

Apple adds 4K and HDR to Apple TV for 'cinematic quality'

Apple has unveiled its new 4K-enabled Apple TV, as the vendor aims to bring 'the magic of the cinema straight to your living room'.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2017
Digital projects driving India's commercial tablet sales
Apple

Digital projects driving India's commercial tablet sales

Strong growth in the commercial segment is helping drive marginal growth in the Indian tablet market, despite a declining consumer segment.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2017
Consumer, enterprise and public sector fuel Aussie PC spend
Network Infrastructure

Consumer, enterprise and public sector fuel Aussie PC spend

Australia's traditional PC market has bucked the global trend to record growth in Q2, driven by strong consumer, enterprise and public sector spend.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2017
Gemalto hails future of biometrics in ePassports for more efficient travel
Biometrics

Gemalto hails future of biometrics in ePassports for more efficient travel

Gemalto's biometric self-service technologies are now being used in ePassports in 30 countries around the world.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2017

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The ultimate remote worker combo - get a Jabra Evolve headset with HP's Elitebook 1030 x360
Unified Communications

The ultimate remote worker combo - get a Jabra Evolve headset with HP's Elitebook 1030 x360

Transform your remote work with HP's Elitebook 1030 x360 and the Jabra Evolve headset, an optimal duo for seamless mobile productivity.

By Kai Ping Lew • 6 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
Vodafone and Spark announce availability dates for latest iPhones
Apple

Vodafone and Spark announce availability dates for latest iPhones

The iPhone X will be available for pre-order from both providers on October 27, and available from November 3.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
The new Apple Watch has a mind of its own
Wearables

The new Apple Watch has a mind of its own

It will now be available with built in cellular and GPS for the first time ever, meaning it no longer has to be tied to your iPhone.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2017
Leader Computers announces distribution of G.Skill
Gaming

Leader Computers announces distribution of G.Skill

Aussie IT giant Leader Computers becomes G.Skill's latest distributor, bolstering their offerings for gaming hardware resellers.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017