SmartPhones stories - Page 341

2011 was a year of 10-year anniversaries for Apple, including the 10-year anniversary of its retail operations.

Google's anticipated $12.5bn Motorola Mobility deal nears, yet remains uncertain as stockholders urged caution amid 'modest profitability' forecasts.

Apple teases a potential entry into the HDTV market, whilst attempting to bolster its iAd platform and addressing developer desires in 2022.

Apple has planned a late-January media event, and the rumour blogs are already saying the event will mostly be about iBooks and publishing.

Apple fined £1.2m in Italy for misleading warranty practices, while developers make strides in iOS apps on Apple TV, and The Old Republic eyes Mac.

Fantastic long-form reading from Wired, who go in-depth about Dropbox and how it squares off with Apple's own iCloud.

Sir Jonathan Ive knighted as Apple focuses on the complete user experience over content for its upcoming iTV, alongside ergonomics and AirPlay innovations.

Siblings Peter and Kylie Walker use billion-dollar satellite tech to unearth hidden Tupperware, captivating a global geocaching audience with their unique blog.

Augmented reality program helps rebuild Christchurch, viral videos from NZ, and a review of the Nokia N9 phone.

In the tech tussle between Android and iOS, Apple currently leads in sales, but Android wins in US smartphone market share.

Nutshell's innovative wallet offers protection and functionality for smartphones, combining stylish design with practicality for everyday use.

Samsung's C27A750X wireless monitor cuts cord chaos, offering seamless PC-screen connection - a must for mobile workers. #techreview.

Samsung has emerged as the top mobile phone brand in Australia and New Zealand, overtaking Apple, driven by strong Galaxy S II sales and growing Android demand.

Apple's iTunes Match launches in NZ, allowing Kiwis to sync their music libraries with the cloud. Full service now live for users.

RIM's earnings plummet as PlayBook re-valuation and service outage hit hard, with co-CEOs slashing their pay to $1 amidst declining BlackBerry sales.

HP still leads the pack, although analysts acknowledge 'PSG spin-off debacle' has hurt the company's reputation.

Doug Casement, new manager at Renaissance Distribution, pledges major changes and 'baby cloud' offerings for 2012, signalling a strategic revamp.

The DCS-930L camera retails for $149, and the DCS-932L, which has built-in LEDs and a low-lux image sensor for night-time recording, will sell for $199.

Sotheby's New York auctioned Apple's founding document for a staggering USD $1.35 million, far surpassing its expected price of up to USD $150,000.

Despite its potential, LinkedIn's mobile app frustrates with its non-intuitive design and technical quirks, yet the platform remains key for professionals.