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Apple recalls 2015 MacBook Pros because they could catch fire
Power / Energy

Apple recalls 2015 MacBook Pros because they could catch fire

Apple recalls 2015 15-inch MacBook Pros over battery overheating and fire risks. Devices sold from Sep 2015 to Sep 2017 affected; replacements free.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2019
OPPO woos photography lovers with a pop-up cam
OPPO

OPPO woos photography lovers with a pop-up cam

OPPO has launched its new Reno smartphone series in New Zealand, featuring a pop-up camera for photography enthusiasts, with prices up to NZD $1300.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019
The hidden cyber guardian behind Australian schools
Wireless Networks

The hidden cyber guardian behind Australian schools

Hidden from view, CyberHound protects Australian schools with cutting-edge cybersecurity tailored for tight budgets, safeguarding students and sensitive data.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019
ASB offers Google Pay - but some people will miss out
Marketing Technologies

ASB offers Google Pay - but some people will miss out

ASB Bank phases out its ASB Virtual payment service, introducing Google Pay for Android users. However, it's only compatible with Android 5.0 or later.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
Motorola Solutions Penang celebrates 45 years of innovation
Supply Chain

Motorola Solutions Penang celebrates 45 years of innovation

Motorola Solutions celebrates 45 years in Penang, honouring Malaysia's skilled engineers and their contributions to global tech innovation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2019
HID Global launches ID verification solution
Identity and Access Management

HID Global launches ID verification solution

HID Global unveils HID goID Simple Verifier, a new device allowing quick, secure age verification via mobile ID, aimed at bars and clubs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2019
So you want to build a viral app: Tips from an industry guru
Application Performance Monitoring

So you want to build a viral app: Tips from an industry guru

Industry expert Anushka Bandara shares key tips on building a viral app, focusing on user-friendliness, shareability, and value addition to ensure success.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2019
Apple gets serious about enterprise & security features
Microsoft

Apple gets serious about enterprise & security features

Features include new BYOD policies, managed Apple IDs, security enhancements, and even an app that allows users to find their phone or their friends.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2019
GlobalData: Automated home device spend to hit $75bn by 2025
Smart Home

GlobalData: Automated home device spend to hit $75bn by 2025

According to the company's latest report, much of that growth will be driven by two types of devices: smart thermostats and smart speakers.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2019
Q&A: 5G, a revolutionary future or hyped fanfare?
Unified Communications

Q&A: 5G, a revolutionary future or hyped fanfare?

With governments and service providers around the world racing to roll out 5G networks in their countries, Opensignal VP Ian Fogg debunks the myths around 5G.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2019
5G uptake rising even faster than expected - Ericsson
Unified Communications

5G uptake rising even faster than expected - Ericsson

Ericsson forecasts an additional 400 million enhanced mobile broadband subscriptions globally by the end of 2024 due to rapid 5G uptake.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2019
Why eCommerce is driving the need for faster field operations - Zebra
Digital Transformation

Why eCommerce is driving the need for faster field operations - Zebra

As eCommerce grows, Zebra's latest study finds 36% of organisations prioritise mobile tech to meet customer demand, with 58% planning to follow suit.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2019
watchOS 6 preview brings Watch-only apps, new faces, and features
Gaming

watchOS 6 preview brings Watch-only apps, new faces, and features

Apple has unveiled watchOS 6, offering new health and fitness tools, dynamic watch faces, and access to the App Store on Apple Watch.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2019
Smartwatches drive wearables market, up 55%
Health Technologies

Smartwatches drive wearables market, up 55%

Ongoing demand fuels a strong growth trajectory for wearable devices in Q1 2019 with wrist-worn and ear-worn leading the market, according to IDC.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2019
Why Gen Z employees have little patience for malfunctioning technologies - Nintex
Human Capital Management

Why Gen Z employees have little patience for malfunctioning technologies - Nintex

Gen Z employees cite broken IT processes as one of the leading factors that would drive them to look for a new job sooner than planned.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2019
Evolved packet core revenues flatten out worldwide
Unified Communications

Evolved packet core revenues flatten out worldwide

Evolved Packet Core revenues climbed a mere 1% Y/Y in 1Q 2019, per Dell'Oro Group, as Huawei, Nokia, and ZTE secured more market share.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2019
Outlook not great as PCD market set to continue its decline
Notebook

Outlook not great as PCD market set to continue its decline

Global personal computing device market to decline by 3% in 2019, with units reaching 392.5 million, according to IDC. #technology #PCs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2019

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PC market back on the downslide, says IDC
Network Infrastructure

PC market back on the downslide, says IDC

New Zealand's traditional PC market saw an -8.3% YoY decline in Q1 2019, signalling a return to the downturn after two quarters of growth, reports IDC.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019