Spotfiy finally comes to iPad
Spotify has finally launched its highly anticipated iPad app, featuring HD graphics and AirPlay support to use on compatible devices.
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Instagram enters top 10 social networks in UK
Last month, Facebook announced the $1 billion acquisition of photo sharing app Instagram. This is a landmark deal for the acquisition of an app but Instagram became the 10th most visited social network in the UK in March 2012, showing the increasing appetite for photo sharing online.
Google boosts search ads with video version of AdWords
Google has launched a video version of its AdWords search system, aimed at small businesses that want to utilise the video medium but can’t afford TV commercial slots.
Mobiles to replace credit cards? O2 Wallet goes live in UK
Mobile operator O2 has launched its much-anticipated digital wallet letting users send money using their mobile phone.
Consumer trust in online, social and mobile advertising grows
Most consumers (92%) trust ‘social recommendations’ above all other forms of advertising, representing an 18% increase in 2007, according to new research.
Google search tool helps Leeds shoppers find stock instore
Commercial property firm Land Securities has launched a new Google search service for visitors to the White Rose shopping centre, Leeds. Debenhams, Topshop, Warehouse and Oasis are the first retailers to sign up to the scheme.
Google stock split preserves power for founders
Google is to split its stock for the first time, making its sky-high shares easier for the average person to buy.
Reputation Inc. revamps site to drive users
Design and communications agency, Westgate Communications, has redesigned the website of ReputationInc, a company which helps organisations build their reputation to deliver improved business performance.
Veribo services offers ‘right to be forgotten’ online
Veribo, a new service to help individuals and businesses protect and manage their reputations online, has been launched by Ehud Furman, former European MD of shopping.com.
Alibaba partners Pinterest rival to bring social shopping to China
Chinese online shopping giant Alibaba is partnering with community site Mogujie, offering shoppers a more social way to find and buy products online.