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Are we letting the data race cloud our judgement?
Hybrid Cloud

Are we letting the data race cloud our judgement?

It's a question that has been doing the rounds seemingly forever – how do we keep costs down while keeping our data secure?.

By Rob Malkin • 5 min read • Mon, 4th Sep 2017
IDC says basic wearables are declining while smartwatches surge
Wearables

IDC says basic wearables are declining while smartwatches surge

While basic wearables declined 0.9 percent during the quarter, smartwatches skyrocketed 60.9 percent - a trend that is expected to continue.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2017
Samsung fitness focused smartwatches take on Fitbit
Wearables

Samsung fitness focused smartwatches take on Fitbit

Samsung's latest Gear Sport and Gear Fit2 Pro smartwatches debut, posing a sleek challenge to Fitbit's Ionic in the race for your wrist.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2017
IDC expects smartphone growth to continue – led by APAC
iOS

IDC expects smartphone growth to continue – led by APAC

The smartphone market is expected to continue its positive growth through to 2021, with APAC taking the bulk of the shipments.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2017
Apple and Accenture partner to create iOS business solutions
Partner Programmes

Apple and Accenture partner to create iOS business solutions

The new iOS tools and services will take advantage of the latest Apple technologies and tap into Accenture's digital and analytics capabilities.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
Aruba delivers business-class Wi-Fi solution for SMBs
Wireless Networks

Aruba delivers business-class Wi-Fi solution for SMBs

The HPE OfficeConnect OC20 is a cost-effective wireless solution designed for businesses without dedicated IT resources.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
Industry collaboration brings down WireX Android botnet
Distributed Denial of Service

Industry collaboration brings down WireX Android botnet

Industry collaboration led to the successful takedown of the WireX botnet just three weeks after it appeared in August.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
The Fitbit Ionic aims to be the all-in-one health and fitness smartwatch
Wearables

The Fitbit Ionic aims to be the all-in-one health and fitness smartwatch

Fitbit's Ionic smartwatch sets sights on revolutionising health tracking, blending lifestyle features with a fitness-first ethos.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
Apple's answer to the Echo adapts sound direction with 360-degree sensors
Smart Home

Apple's answer to the Echo adapts sound direction with 360-degree sensors

Apple's HomePod sets to revolutionise audio with adaptive 360° sensors and Siri integration for a seamless listening adventure.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
Indian PC market hits all-time low on back of GST implementation
Network Infrastructure

Indian PC market hits all-time low on back of GST implementation

Traditional PC shipments in India have slumped nearly 19% quarter on quarter to an all-time low on the back of the recent GST implementation, IDC says.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Australian mobile phone market exceeding expectations with 18% growth
Apple

Australian mobile phone market exceeding expectations with 18% growth

Australia's mobile phone market romped in ahead of expectations in Q2 2017, growing 18.4% thanks to the launch of new Android devices.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Mobile malware creation is now as easy as downloading an app
Malware

Mobile malware creation is now as easy as downloading an app

Mobile malware creation is as easy as downloading an app and potential criminals don't even need to write a single line of code.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Win 10 detachables, commercial providing relief in ailing market
PC Hardware

Win 10 detachables, commercial providing relief in ailing market

Windows 10 detachables and the commercial segment are providing some relief in the ailing personal computing device market.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Adobe XD gets another update packed full of features
Marketing Technologies

Adobe XD gets another update packed full of features

Adobe XD's latest update elevates UX design, streamlining tools for swift prototyping and effective real-time previews.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2017
Apple remains the weary king of smartwatches as competitors claw at the throne
Wearables

Apple remains the weary king of smartwatches as competitors claw at the throne

Amidst fierce market rivalry, Apple's smartwatch reigns supreme, facing a tumultuous future as sales forecasts and luxury brands vie for supremacy.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2017

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Sony's Xperia XZ1 joins the smartphone war for Christmas
AR, VR & Metaverse

Sony's Xperia XZ1 joins the smartphone war for Christmas

Sony Mobile introduces Xperia XZ1 with Motion Eye camera, 3D scanning technology, HDR display and Hi-Resolution Audio.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2017
Six finalists announced for Wellington Low Carbon Challenge
Crowdfunding

Six finalists announced for Wellington Low Carbon Challenge

Six eco-pioneers vie for £45k fund in Wellington's Low Carbon Challenge, promoting sustainable surf boards, biofuel, and more.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
The age of the landline is over: 71% of Kiwis prefer naked broadband plans
Unified Communications

The age of the landline is over: 71% of Kiwis prefer naked broadband plans

Demand for naked broadband in New Zealand has increased by 22% since 2016, as consumers ditch landlines for more affordable options.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017