Android stories - Page 15
Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption
Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
By 2020, 80% of the world will own smartphones, with 2-3 times more smartphones than PCs, says new Okta report.
Android security flaw found in 950 million devices
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
A new security flaw known as Stagefright has been found in 95% of Android devices, allowing attackers to steal information from users.
Skype gets more personal on Android
Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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google
Skype introduces personalised features in latest Android update, including customisable ringtones and photo forwarding.
New security flaw on Samsung, LG Android devices
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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samsung
A new security vulnerability has been discovered within the Android operating system that affects devices made by several major manufacturers.
Zebra Technologies and Mainfreight team up to aid ANZ businesses
Fri, 7th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
Mainfreight, the global logistics provider, has partnered with Zebra Technologies to help ANZ companies embrace mobile working.
Xero updates its Android app
Tue, 4th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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fintech
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financial systems
Xero has revamped its Xero Touch app for Android, embracing Google's material design standards to enhance user experience and support small businesses.
Skype 5.6 for Android rolled out to users
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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smartphones
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software updates
Skype's new 5.6 update for Android enhances chat visibility, online statuses, and brings a sleek interface to users.
WhatsApp brings slew of new features to Android
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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smartphones
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voip
Android's WhatsApp now lets users mark chats as 'unread' and customise notifications, even on low data settings.
New VoIP app takes on the telcos
Tue, 21st Jul 2015
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smartphones
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apps
Ringr, a new smartphone app, provides VoIP communications and aims to get people moving from telco providers to apps.
Cheap smartphones dominating handset race
Tue, 21st Jul 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Smartphones will account for 95% of handset sales by 2020 - and it's not the expensive flagship models leading the way.
Android ransomware, running riot in Australia
Fri, 3rd Jul 2015
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
Explosive rise in Android ransomware hits Australia, with over 25% of May's malware being mobile-focused, warns Bitdefender.
Salient Eye app catches Kapiti Coast thief
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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smartphones
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Salient Eye, a free Android home security app, has helped a family in Wellington catch an intruder trying to break into their home.
Big players upping the ante in smartwatch market
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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smartphones
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wearables
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personal computing devices
Apple Watch launch propels smart watches into mainstream; big players expanding product offerings. Growth predicted until 2020.
Facebook introduces slimmed down version of its Android app
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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smartphones
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google
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facebook
Facebook Lite debuts for Android users, offering the quintessential social experience on 2G or shaky networks with minimal data use.
NZ tablet shipments continue to plummet, but there is hope
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
New Zealand tablet shipments plummet; Apple maintains top spot, while Surface Pro offers hope for Windows tablets and 2-in-1 market.
iOS smartphone sales increasing, Android slowing down
Wed, 27th May 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's recent shift to bigger screen models with a broader country reach has had an immediate impact on volumes.
Ransomware masquerades as FBI, Android users in the crossfire
Tue, 26th May 2015
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
Thousands of Android users have been targeted by a ransomware that demands users to pay $500 to restore access to their smartphone, says Bitdefender.
WhatsApp: Not so free after all?
Fri, 15th May 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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data analytics
WhatsApp is quick to say its calling feature is free, even between countries, but only when a user has an unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot...
Kiwi nutrition app comes to Android
Thu, 14th May 2015
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smartphones
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apps
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foodeye
New Zealand's Foodeye app, a nutrition navigator, now on Android to help users make informed food choices at supermarkets.
Android App Review: Move It!
Tue, 12th May 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
I feel like maybe it says something that they’re denying the accusations so strenuously before I’ve even had a chance to make them.