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Apple May Launch ‘Crumb Resistant’ MacBook & Cheap HomePod

Roma Christian March 12, 2018 No Comments

Apple is reportedly launching a cheaper version of its ‘HomePod’ (A$499) smart speaker this year. The Californian-based tech giant has also patented a ‘crumb-resistant’ keyboard for upcoming Macbooks. The smaller and…

Sony Throws Hat In Ring For EMI

Computer Daily News March 12, 2018 No Comments

Sony has held preliminary talks about acquiring a majority stake in EMI Music Publishing, as it seeks to cash in on the booming market for streamed music. Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala…

Intel To Weigh In Broadcom Bid

Computer Daily News March 12, 2018 No Comments

Intel is considering a range of acquisition alternatives in reaction to Broadcom’s hostile pursuit for Qualcomm. That could include a bid for Broadcom from Intel, market watchers say. Intel has…

Porsche Plans Oz Recharge Chain

Computer Daily News March 12, 2018 No Comments

It doesn’t actually have an electric car available to sell in Australia, but Porsche says it is planning to set up a supercharger network across the nation that will be…

No One Interested In Go Pro Anymore

David Richards March 11, 2018 No Comments

After months trying to flog the Company GoPro is no closer to finding a buyer due in part to the market for action cameras peaking and the abundance of competitors…

Big Un Chairman Hugh Massie Resigns

Roma Christian March 9, 2018 No Comments

Big Un Chairman, Hugh Massie, has announced his resignation from the company’s board, following a slew of recent media attention over its use of databases and recent joint ventures. The online video company remains…

Study: Android Users Are More Loyal Than iOS Users

Athina Mallis March 9, 2018 No Comments

The battle between Android and iOS seems to be never ending with a new study by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) showing Android users are more loyal to the brand compared…

Myer Officially Dumped From ASX200

Roma Christian March 9, 2018 No Comments

Following struggling sales, several profit downgrades and a recent CEO exit, Myer has today been dumped from the ASX200 benchmark index. The department store’s demotion from Australia’s index of leading companies will likely place further pressure…

Apple Uncovers 44 “Core Violations” In 2017 Supplier Audit

Roma Christian March 9, 2018 No Comments

Apple has uncovered 44 “core violations” of its labour and environmental policies, while auditing 756 of its suppliers across 30 countries. Despite running one of the world’s largest manufacturing chains, the majority of Apple’s production processes are reportedly completed…

Router Sales Up 4% in 2017, Ethernet Switches Soar 11.3%

Roma Christian March 9, 2018 No Comments

Latest data from IDC has revealed global sales of routers jumped 4% [year-on-year] in 2017, to US$15.2 billion. Global sales of Ethernet switches remained strong, increasing 5.4% last year to US$25.7 billion.…