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Samsung's Exynos i S111 delivers efficiency for NB-IoT devices
Semiconductors

Samsung's Exynos i S111 delivers efficiency for NB-IoT devices

Samsung's Exynos i S111 debuts as a low-power, wide-coverage NB-IoT chip, integrating a modem, processor, memory, and GNSS for efficient real-time tracking.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Aug 2018
Enterprise storage drives record Q2 semiconductor revenue, Samsung on top
Storage

Enterprise storage drives record Q2 semiconductor revenue, Samsung on top

​Relentless demand for data equates to steady growth for data center infrastructure – and the semiconductor market is no exception.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Aug 2018
ComCom warns online phone store for discount claims
Marketing Technologies

ComCom warns online phone store for discount claims

Buy mobile has been warned for claiming discounts against retail prices it could not show proof for when asked.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2018
Samsung releases Galaxy Tab S4
Digital Signage

Samsung releases Galaxy Tab S4

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Tab S4 in New Zealand, boasting a desktop-like experience with Samsung DeX, a 10.5-inch display, and a 7,300mAh battery.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Aug 2018
Kordia carries out NZ's first live 4K UHD TV broadcast
Samsung

Kordia carries out NZ's first live 4K UHD TV broadcast

Kordia has achieved New Zealand's first live 4K UHD TV broadcast using existing Digital Terrestrial Technology, encouraging local broadcasters to adopt 4K.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Aug 2018
Huawei takes out Apple to claim number two spot in Q218
Semiconductors

Huawei takes out Apple to claim number two spot in Q218

With a 41% year on year growth, compared to Apple's 1%, Huawei is now second only to Samsung in the number of shipments this quarter.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Aug 2018
Mobile AI market to hit US$17.83b by 2023 with APAC at its centre
Semiconductors

Mobile AI market to hit US$17.83b by 2023 with APAC at its centre

The growth of the market can be attributed to demand for AI-capable processors for mobile devices, rise in cognitive computing, and AI applications.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Aug 2018
Kiwi consumers optimistic about smart home technology
Internet of Things

Kiwi consumers optimistic about smart home technology

23% of polled Kiwis believe they could save the equivalent of 100 hours of free time per year thanks to connected technology.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Jul 2018
iPhone X most popular smartphone in Q1 2018 - IHS Markit
Digital Signage

iPhone X most popular smartphone in Q1 2018 - IHS Markit

Apple and Samsung dominate the top 10 most shipped smartphones, leaving no room for any of the growing Chinese vendors.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Jun 2018
Samsung top brand in Asia for seventh year in a row
Samsung

Samsung top brand in Asia for seventh year in a row

The South Korean technology superstar has once again been rated as the best brand among those in 17 different market categories.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jun 2018
Hands-on Review: Is the Samsung S9+ still the king of Android?
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Is the Samsung S9+ still the king of Android?

After years with Apple, I tried the Samsung S9+ and found it to be a stellar Android option with powerful features and excellent value.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2018
Gartner - Xiaomi up and Samsung down as smartphone market grows
Apple

Gartner - Xiaomi up and Samsung down as smartphone market grows

Global smartphone sales return to growth with Xiaomi grabbing up sales to hit over 100% year over year improvement.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 30th May 2018
IDC: A new market being born from struggling tablet trade
Lenovo

IDC: A new market being born from struggling tablet trade

While the market for slate tablets continues to struggle, the detachables market is starting to flourish - something the top vendors are exploiting.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Fri, 4th May 2018
Global smartphone market declines, but there are some bright spots
Apple

Global smartphone market declines, but there are some bright spots

During Q1 2018 we got a new leader on top of smartphone shipments, one vendor experiencing triple digit growth, and a huge decline in China.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 4th May 2018
How Samsung brought the AR Emoji to life
AR, VR & Metaverse

How Samsung brought the AR Emoji to life

Samsung revolutionises messaging with AR Emoji on the Galaxy S9/S9+, using facial recognition and augmented reality to create personalised avatars.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Hands-on Review: Samsung Q9F 65” TV and N650 Soundbar
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Samsung Q9F 65” TV and N650 Soundbar

The Samsung Q9F 65” TV and N650 Soundbar mesmerise with stunning visuals and immersive sound. Their sleek, minimalist design conceals innovation.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Aug 2018
Aged care residents live out their dreams in virtual reality
AR, VR & Metaverse

Aged care residents live out their dreams in virtual reality

Age is no excuse for experiencing the rich world of virtual reality, as three dementia patients from Sydney discovered for themselves recently.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2018
Samsung announces 2018 TV and home entertainment lineup
Gaming

Samsung announces 2018 TV and home entertainment lineup

Samsung's 2018 home entertainment lineup redefines TVs with stunning QLED design, picture quality, smart features, and innovative sound technologies.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 4th May 2018