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Wireless charging set to soar
Wireless Nation

Wireless charging set to soar

Wireless charging adoption for mobile devices is set to soar, with a fifth of wearables incorporating the technology.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2015
Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption
Unified Communications

Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption

By 2020, 80% of the world will own smartphones, with 2-3 times more smartphones than PCs, says new Okta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015
Hands-on Review: Viewsonic 4K VP2780-4K monitor
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Viewsonic 4K VP2780-4K monitor

The Viewsonic VP2780-4K 4k monitor is flawless once you have the right cables, according to a journalist's review.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015
Revenue decline for HP as PC, printing and enterprise services slump
Fintech

Revenue decline for HP as PC, printing and enterprise services slump

HP has reported an 8% drop in revenue for Q3 as its legacy PC and printing businesses sagged and commercial business tightened.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2015
iOS vulnerability targets corporate data
Risk & Compliance

iOS vulnerability targets corporate data

Appthority has identified a critical iOS 'Quicksand' vulnerability that enables malicious apps to harvest enterprise credentials.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2015
Mobile learning across ANZ still in its infancy
Cybersecurity

Mobile learning across ANZ still in its infancy

Mobile learning in the workplace is still in its infancy in Australia and New Zealand, according to new research from Skillsoft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
New Apple Magic Mouse and wireless keyboard on the horizon
Bluetooth

New Apple Magic Mouse and wireless keyboard on the horizon

Apple is set to release a new 'Magic Mouse 2' and wireless keyboard with Bluetooth 4.2, according to regulatory filings posted to the FCC website.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Text Neck: Is your smartphone wrecking your spine?
Health Technologies

Text Neck: Is your smartphone wrecking your spine?

New research shows people hunching over their smartphones is wreaking havoc on their posture, causing significant stress in the cervical spine.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Apple gains market share in slowing smartphone market
Microsoft

Apple gains market share in slowing smartphone market

Apple has made up ground on Samsung and Android has faltered in the latest mobile phone report from Gartner - but where is Microsoft?.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Android security flaw found in 950 million devices
Malware

Android security flaw found in 950 million devices

A new security flaw known as Stagefright has been found in 95% of Android devices, allowing attackers to steal information from users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015
Enterprise wearables, more than just a fad?
Wearables

Enterprise wearables, more than just a fad?

Organisations are taking innovative approaches to utilising wearables in their operations and making use of the numerous devices available.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015
Samsung's soon-to-launch Gear S2 smartwatch
Wearables

Samsung's soon-to-launch Gear S2 smartwatch

Samsung's Gear S2 smartwatch set to redefine wearability with a sleek round face and a battery that outlasts rivals. Details emerge ahead of Berlin reveal.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Skype gets more personal on Android
Unified Communications

Skype gets more personal on Android

Skype introduces personalised features in latest Android update, including customisable ringtones and photo forwarding.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Small business owners embrace mobile tech
Unified Communications

Small business owners embrace mobile tech

Over 80% of UK small business owners tap into mobile tech daily, reshaping operations and blending work with leisure, says Manta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015

Stories from Other Regions

SmartPhones stories

Protecting your students, staff and network: The Fortinet way
EduTech

Protecting your students, staff and network: The Fortinet way

Cyber-security is one of the most challenging issues confronting school administrators up and down New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2015
Parallels 11: Same product, different box for Apple Stores
Apple

Parallels 11: Same product, different box for Apple Stores

​Such is Apple's market power that then new version of Parallels is being released with two different packaging options.

By Anthony Caruana • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Behind the scenes of Kiwi distributor NZ Computer Sales
DataCentre infrastructure

Behind the scenes of Kiwi distributor NZ Computer Sales

New Zealand Computer Sales was established in 1995 to provide New Zealand businesses and beyond with quality, affordable, ready-for-use electronics.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Samsung's first wireless charger 'coming soon'
Samsung

Samsung's first wireless charger 'coming soon'

Samsung has released its first fast wireless charging pad in its online US store, stating it's compatible with Qi-enabled devices.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015