Global smartphone sales up 7% as 4G ramps up
In the first quarter of 2015, global smartphone unit demand increased 7%, compared to the same period last year, according to new research.
India
Facebook opens Internet.org to more websites following backlash
Facebook has opened up its controversial Internet.org service in India, letting more websites and other online services to join its “free mobile data” Internet.org scheme.
Unilever aims for 40% ecommerce sales growth in 2015
Unilever is targeting a 40% boost in online sales during 2015 as it hastens efforts to encourage shoppers to buy online
Facebook takes internet.org to Indonesia despite criticism
Facebook’s free internet initiative Internet.org has been officially launched in Indonesia, despite coming under criticism for threatening ‘net neutrality’ in India earlier this month.
Facebook suffers setback as Indian firms withdraw from Internet.org scheme
A group of Indian technology and internet companies have pulled out of Facebook’s Internet.org initiative, claiming it threatens the principle of “net neutrality”.
New Samsung Galaxy S6: Wireless charging and curved screen (but no removable back)
Samsung has unveiled two new flagship smartphones with a host of features aimed, as the embattled market leader attempts to stop to rise of rivals such as Apple and Xaomi.
Barclays first UK bank to offer Twitter payments
Barclays has become the first British bank to let social media users make payments to individuals and businesses’ Twitter handles using the Pingit app.
Facebook urges UK users to register to vote
Facebook is prompting its users to register to vote on Thursday, in conjunction with the Electoral Commission, marking the company’s first intervention into British electoral politics.
Micromax overtakes Samsung in India smartphone sales
Samsung has been overtaken as the largest seller of smartphones in India by local budget brand Micromax for the first time, according to new research.
Facebook user trends: 75% of audience from mobile by 2018
Almost 1 billion Facebook users worldwide will access the platform on a mobile phone at least once a month this year, with more than three quarters of Facebookers set to be mobile users by 2018, according to a new report.