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Tim Cook visits Valve; is Apple getting into gaming?
Gaming

Tim Cook visits Valve; is Apple getting into gaming?

Apple CEO Tim Cook was seen at Valve's HQ, sparking speculation on a potential gaming collaboration. Could Apple finally enter high-end gaming?.

By Chris Leggett • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Apr 2012
News: enhanced Apple ID security, retina display PCs, Audacity 2.0, and more!
Apple

News: enhanced Apple ID security, retina display PCs, Audacity 2.0, and more!

Apple enhances Apple ID security in response to increased account compromises. Intel plans for Retina Display PCs in 2013. Audacity updated to v2.0.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Sun, 15th Apr 2012
FileMaker offers mobile app for free with new version - Updated
Document Management

FileMaker offers mobile app for free with new version - Updated

FileMaker 12 launches with a now-free mobile app, FileMaker Go, drawing 100k downloads in a week, underscoring its business app leadership.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Apr 2012
Second US$10 bn quarter for Google
Google

Second US$10 bn quarter for Google

Google reports its second consecutive USD $10 billion quarter, driven by strong performances from Chrome, Android, and YouTube.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Apr 2012
News: About Flashback malware, Apple TV A5 SoC, TextWrangler 4.0, and more!
Apple

News: About Flashback malware, Apple TV A5 SoC, TextWrangler 4.0, and more!

Apple has now put up a support article about Flashback malware that has affected sever hundred thousand Mac computers.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012
New TomTom app takes navigation social
Apple

New TomTom app takes navigation social

iPhone and iPad users can now navigate direct to locations on Facebook, as well as share arrival times on Twitter.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012
Renaissance secures All of Government deal
Apple

Renaissance secures All of Government deal

Renaissance joins ranks as an official Apple supplier for government, winning a pivotal deal to furnish hardware and support through its Yoobee division.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012
Ads on mobile devices are the least trusted by consumers: Nielsen
Marketing Technologies

Ads on mobile devices are the least trusted by consumers: Nielsen

Nielsen's study reveals mobile ads are the least trusted by consumers, with traditional media like TV and newspapers still leading.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012
News: iTunes overhaul, open source Mac apps, Blu-Ray on the Mac, and more!
Open source

News: iTunes overhaul, open source Mac apps, Blu-Ray on the Mac, and more!

As iTunes faces increasing criticism for its bloat, experts call for a revamp. Meanwhile, open source Mac apps thrive, and Blu-Ray support gets a USB boost.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2012
Four more years: iPad to maintain grip on tablet market
Microsoft Windows

Four more years: iPad to maintain grip on tablet market

Apple's iPad set to lead the tablet market for four more years, buoyed by surging sales and a vibrant app ecosystem, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2012
Instagram for Android tops 5m downloads
Google

Instagram for Android tops 5m downloads

Instagram's Android app hits 5m downloads in under a week, becoming Google Play's second top free app as it joins the Facebook family.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2012
News: updated iMacs in June, no updates for Mac Pro users, iCloud overhead, and more!
Apple

News: updated iMacs in June, no updates for Mac Pro users, iCloud overhead, and more!

Rumours are saying that updated iMacs with Ivy Bridge processors are set to launch in June, according to suppliers.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2012
Analyst advises against buying Apple
Apple

Analyst advises against buying Apple

An analyst at BITG Research has downgraded Apple's stock to 'neutral,' citing telecoms' reluctance to continue heavy iPhone subsidies.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2012
Facebook to pay US$1bn for Instagram
Apple

Facebook to pay US$1bn for Instagram

Facebook has acquired Instagram for USD $1 billion, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasising learning from the app's success rather than fully integrating it.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2012
News: Flashback trojan explained, The Witcher for Mac, Bartending, and more!
Apple

News: Flashback trojan explained, The Witcher for Mac, Bartending, and more!

Macworld has a great article that contains all the info you need to know about Flashback, the Mac trojan that has been getting some press lately.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Apr 2012

Stories from Other Regions

SmartPhones stories

Exeed lands Belkin brand
Exeed

Exeed lands Belkin brand

Exeed boosts its portfolio by securing a deal to distribute Belkin's innovative tech, from routers to eco-friendly devices, across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 16th Apr 2012
Holy Moly - Microsoft Office for Mac at rock bottom prices
Microsoft

Holy Moly - Microsoft Office for Mac at rock bottom prices

Mac users, bag Microsoft Office at up to 24% off on Acquire. A deal or a glitch? Home or business, now's your chance to upgrade.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 13th Apr 2012
Nokia prepares market for 'disappointing' Q1 result
Nokia

Nokia prepares market for 'disappointing' Q1 result

Nokia has warned of 'disappointing' Q1 results, citing a 3% loss in its non-IFRS operating margin amid its ongoing transition phase focused on Lumia sales.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012