Amazon sells apps in China for first time
Amazon has launched its first paid-for Android apps in China, beating Google, which has offered only free apps.
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Right to reply: Amazon going mobile threatens very core of Apple’s business
Following Amazon’s recent quarterly earnings report, Victor Basta, managing director of Magister Advisors, examines how the retail giant is threatening Apple.
Google buys news streaming firm Wavii
Google has bought start-up firm Wavii for an estimated $30m (£18m), as the firm looks to capitalise on the growing demand for news aggregation apps.
Guest comment: Is it time to review the small print in your affiliate network relationships?
Large brands tend to review their affiliate network provider every 2-3 years and differentiation between service providers has become harder to see. However, there has been a lack of innovation. In order to lock in market share contracts have been increasing and the small print surrounding notice periods has been growing. Sean Sewell at Performance … [Read more…]
Apple’s iTunes turns 10- Can it keep its lead?
Apple’s iTunes launched back in spring 2003, going on to become the most successful online music store of the past decade. But can it maintain its lead amid growing competition from the likes of Amazon, Google and Spotify?
Right to reply: ‘The worst thing Apple could do is to double down on device innovation’
Looking ahead to Apple’s quarterly earnings later today, which are expected to disappoint, Victor Basta, managing director of Magister Advisors, argues that a focus on innovation is the wrong tactic for the technology giant, and instead the firm should focus on a broader strategy.
Google chief defends tax record (radio interview)
Google’s executive chairman, Eric Schmidt, has defended his company paying just £6m in UK corporation tax, saying the firm was playing a key role in the UK’s high-tech growth.
Amazon puts 14 TV pilots to public vote
Amazon has produced 14 pilot episodes for potential new TV shows, letting viewers have their say on which ones should be turned into a full series.
Top mobile shopping websites in the UK
Debenhams, Expedia and Argos have come out on top when it comes to mobile commerce, according to a new usability study.
EBay begins targeting ads based on user browsing habits
EBay has begun sharing the browsing habits of its users with third party advertisers, as the online marketplace looks to rival Amazon, Facebook on Google in the lucrative practice of behaviourally targeted ads.