Simultaneous use of Internet and TV ‘now an everyday reality’
Two thirds of Connected TV viewers frequently use the internet while watching TV, and a quarter are always online while they watch television, according to a new study.
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Amazon debuts Cloud Player in the UK- streams all songs for £22 a year
Amazon has launched its Cloud Player in the UK, offering an online backup of all their songs purchased from the online retailer.
Google axes music service in China
Google has pulled the plug on its music search and download services in China from next month after a ‘disappointing’ response from users.
Google removes Pirate Bay from search autocomplete
Google has shut off the auto-complete terms for The Pirate Bay on its search engine, as the firm steps up its copyright clampdown.
Spotify plans browser-based music streaming
Spotify is planning a browser-based version of its music streaming service, as the firm looks to boost both subscriber and ad revenues.
Apple planning iAd-funded music streaming service?
Apple is considering to expand its music service by licensing a custom radio servicing device, offering free music streams funded by iAds, according to a news report.
FileSonic taken offline in piracy clampdown
FileSonic has become the latest cyberlocker service to go offline, following a renewed clampdown on internet piracy.
Case study: Samsung’s improvisation stars bring ‘Your Song’ live
As part of Samsung’s promotion of its new Galaxy S 3 in Singapore, the phone maker hires several improvisational musicians, including Merton of Chatroulette fame, to bring personalised songs to via a live webcast.
How connectivity influences global shopping
Connected devices have become a way of life for many, but shoppers are digitally engaged to varying degrees depending on the products they buy, according to new research from Nielsen.
Pirate Bay founder arrested
Gottfrid Svartholm, founder of filesharing site The Pirate Bay, has been arrested in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.