Samsung pushes ‘Smart Home’ at CES 2014
Samsung has announced a system to link together a household’s various gadgets, appliances, and utility controls, as the electronics giant looks to expand into the growing trend for an ‘internet of things’.
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The rise of smartphones in South Africa (Infographic)
Smartphones are on the rise in South Africa. This infographic from InMobi,looks back to 2012 and illustrates how consumer behaviour in South Africa is shifting, as they become more reliant on their phones as their primary means of being connected.
Facebook halves number of ad formats: simpler options for marketers
Facebook is reducing its number of ad units by half, as the social network looks to encourage more advertisers to the site with a simpler format range, tailored to key marketing objectives.
YouTube mobile ad sales triple- accounts for 10% of Google revenues (video)
YouTube now generates about 10% of Google’s total revenue, as the video sharing site sees its ad revenues on mobile devices triple in just six months.
Samsung debuts ‘waterproof’ Galaxy S4 Active to rival Sony Xperia Z
Samsung is to launch a waterproof and dustproof version of its flagship Galaxy S4 smartphone, featuring an ‘Aqua’ mode for underwater photos.
Rise of the silver surfer: UK over 55's ‘closing the digital divide’
UK adults aged over 55 are beginning to close the gap on their younger counterparts in terms of web use, according to new research from the IAB.
Mobile payments: What Brits really wants from their smartphones
Over half of all UK consumers are already using mobile payments, but a fragmented market is holding back ubiquitous uptake, according to new research.
Dell profits drop 79% as takeover battle continues
Dell has seen its net profits drop 79% as consumers ditch PCs and laptops for smartphones and tablets.
Facebook to buy mobile mapping firm Waze for $1bn?
Facebook is in talks to buy Israeli mobile satellite navigation start-up Waze for $800m to $1bn, according to a news report.
Right to reply: Windows 8 revamp- one size doesn’t fit all?
This week saw Microsoft announce that it is revamping its ‘multi-platform’ Windows 8 operating system after complaints from users. Mark Curtis, Chief Client Officer, at service design consultancy Fjord argues that what works on one platform doesn’t necessarily translate to another, especially if that translation is too literal.