US smartphone penetration to reach 75% this year
The US will reach over 75% by the year end, with Apple and Android still leading the way in terms of phones and operating systems respectively, according to new data.
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Google buys chat app ‘assistant’ Emu to boost ad targetting
Google has bought a texting app that matches a virtual assistant with instant messages, mining text conversations to send reminders to the user about important dates- potentially serving relevant ads too.
Android finally overtakes iOS for global web usage
Despite commanding 85% of the global mobile market, Android has always fallen behind Apple’s iOS in terms of web usage… until now. New data indicates that Android usage is now higher than Apple’s iPhone and iPad operating system.
Top smartphones in China: Xiaomi overtakes Samsung
Xiaomi, often dubbed the ‘Apple of China’, has overtaken Samsung in terms of smartphone units sold for the first time in the country, according to new research.
Android claims 85% share of smartphones shipped in Q2
New research from Strategy Analytics has revealed that the Android OS accounted for 85% of the 295m smartphones shipped worldwide during Q2. In contrast Apple, Windows Phone and BlackBerry all saw their market share decline, as Android performed well on both low-cost and high-end devices across the World.
Apple profits beat expectations on strong China sales
Apple’s growth prospects are looking brighter ahead of its iPhone 6 launch, with strong sales in China boosted its profits- but its iPad sales are falling as tablet competition heats up.
Xiaomi debuts $13 fitness band with latest smartphone
Xiaomi has launched a new flagship smartphone and low-cost companion wristband, as the fast-growing Chinese electronics firm looks to expand into the wearable technology sector.
Twitter takes on WhatsApp with direct message chat upgrade
Twitter is simplifying its direct messaging service, as the social network looks to compete with the rising popularity of chat apps such as Facebook’s WhatsApp, Line and WeChat.
Former rivals Apple and IBM team up for business apps
Apple and IBM, have announced a “landmark partnership” that will see there former rivals team up to develop business apps that will link IBM’s big data capabilities to Apple’s consumer friendly iPads and iPhones.
Mobile World Cup trends: Asia and Africa lead way for consumption
With the World Cup entering its final days, football fever has gripped mobile users worldwide, with Asia and Africa consuming most content on handheld devices, according to new research.