Global Stories

APAC smartphone market set for a downturn… before bouncing back

The global smartphone market declined in 2017 and IDC expects it to do the same this year before a resurgence of opportunities next year.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Sat, 2nd Jun 2018

Endpoint Protection

Ziften & Microsoft: The partnership bringing threat defence to almost every OS

Ziften's partnership with Microsoft is making serious headway into bringing microsoft security technology into the heart of all operating systems.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018

Unified Communications

Plantronics brings management software to iOS and Android

IT managers can now see, manage and gather insights from the entire line of Plantronics enterprise devices, from desktop to tablets and mobile phones.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2018

AR, VR & Metaverse

Major iOS update brings new augmented reality experiences

This free software update also offers customers more visibility into the battery health and performance of their iPhone.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2018

Smart Home

Siri watch out, Google is gunning for your job

In a fresh move against Siri, Google launches its Assistant on iPads, bringing enhanced smart home capabilities to Apple's larger screens.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Mar 2018

iOS

Windows Phones officially dead as market share drops by 99.7%

Once dominant, Windows Phones are officially dead as market share plummets by 99.7%. Apple's iOS now leads with 56.2%, followed by Android at 43.8%.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Mar 2018

Digital Entertainment

Four must-try music apps for Apple devices

Discover four indispensable music apps for Apple devices—from Shazam's instant song ID to Sing! by Smule's global karaoke stage.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Mar 2018

Cybersecurity

Apple says DON'T fear about leaked source code – experts say DO

After a critical source code for the iPhone was leaked online recently, Apple reassured there was nothing to fear but experts think otherwise.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Sat, 10th Feb 2018

iOS

Apple confirms that macOS and iOS are vulnerable to Meltdown bugs

Security issues known as Meltdown and Spectre affect all modern processors, including Apple's Mac systems and iOS devices. No known exploits at this time.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2018

iOS

Samsung and Apple struggle to fend off fierce new market competitors

Samsung and Apple face mounting challenges as new data show iOS and Windows losing ground to Android in key markets, despite a bright spot in urban China.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2017

Gaming

Pokemon Go developer now making a new Harry Potter mobile video game

The developer of the famous Pokemon Go game is now making another game based on a famous franchise. This time, Niantic is tackling Harry Potter.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2017

Digital Entertainment

Music creators rejoice, GarageBand just got updated

Apple's latest GarageBand update for iOS offers new instruments, sound packs, and a Beat Sequencer, enhancing music creation on iPhone and iPad.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017

Gaming

MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform

MAPS.ME introduces a new user review platform, enabling travellers to rate and review over 50 types of sites, even when offline, enhancing trip planning.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2017