Facebook buys mobile app start-up Parse
Facebook has bought Parse, a US start-up that helps developers build apps, as the social network looks to expand its mobile presence.
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‘iBeacon’ tackles theft by making phones ‘heard but not seen’
A new phone security gadget, the iBeacon, has gone on sale in the UK, helping to keep phones hidden from view while alerting the owner to calls and texts.
Samsung hits record sales- smartphones lead growth
In the week when Apple revealed its first profit drop in a decade, rival Samsung has seen smartphone sales drive its income up 42% to a record high despite a typically slow season for the electronics market.
Google forced to offer clearer search labels after EU probe
Google has been forced to change the way it displays search results in Europe, amid concerns it might be abusing its dominant market position.
Baidu to buy Chinese video site for $400m?
Baidu is in talks to buy online video firm PPS Net TV as the Chinese search giant looks to expand its web presence, according to a new report.
Adobe offers ‘predictive publishing’ for Facebook campaigns
Adobe Social has new ad tool that predicts social engagement on individual pieces of content and automatically suggests ideal timing to improve how that content will perform.
Right to reply: Google results show how a shift to mobile is vital
Despite posting increased revenues and paid clicks, Google’s latest results showed that cost per click fell 4%. Alistair Dent, head of PPC for Periscopix, argues that a shift to mobile is becoming vital if the company wants to keep its dominant position in web advertising.
The Entertainer uses Shutl for same day deliveries
Toy retailer The Entertainer has partnered with Shutl,giving customers the option to select same-day deliveries for website purchases.
Nintendo gets social with Miiverse online
Nintendo has made its Miiverse social network accessible to all, letting non-Wii U users see the games giant’s first foray into social media outside of its console ecosystem.
Nokia adds Whatsapp button for $72 Asha mobile
Nokia has launched a feature phone with a dedicated WhatsApp physical button, offering users a cross platform messaging tool as a free wi-fi-based alternative to texts.