PlayStation unveils ‘console-free’ cloud gaming
Sony has unveiled ‘Playstation Now’ a cloud gaming service that lets users play console quality games via a web connection- and without the need for an actual console.
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Mobile 3.0: A look at the new era of smartphones (infographic)
Following the launch of its Global Mobile Consumer Survey in December, the Mobile Entertainment Forum (MEF) have created this infographic looking specifically at the emergence of a new era of mobile – Mobile 3.0.
Grocery stores start using iBeacon to guide shoppers in store
Two supermarket retailers in the US have started using the latest iPhone technology to guide shoppers around the store. iBeacon in retailing works by sending shoppers reminders, rewarding them for browsing certain items and offering deals.
Retail apps: How are consumers shopping on mobiles?
With the 2013 online holiday shopping season underway, the pressure is on retailers to post strong sales growth while adjusting to a fast-changing and increasingly mobile-driven landscape. With strong growth expectations for online shopping this year, mobile commerce promises to emerge as a major theme. This infographic looks at how consumers interact with major retailers … [Read more…]
Google partners auto giants to brings Android to cars
Google has struck a deal with General Motors, Honda, Audi, Hyundai and chipmaker Nvidia to integrate the Android mobile operating system for vehicles.
Vine adds ‘TV Mode’ for web viewing
Vine has expanded its web features, as the Twitter- owned app looks to boost ways of sharing its 6-second videos.
Top 10 US brands, video sites and apps of 2013
As we enter 2014, research firm Neilsen has released the top 10 web brands, video sites and apps from last year in the US.
Right to reply: Microsoft Office for the iPhone- a killer app?
Microsoft surprised almost everyone at the end of last week with the release of Office Mobile for iPhone. Richard Edwards, principal analyst in Ovum’s ‘Consumer Impact on IT’ team comments on how the move could change office productivity.
22 year old raises £1.1m for tech start-up
A New Yorker who moved to London to set up educational video hub Mobento has secured £1.1m in funding, representing one of ‘Tech City’s’ largest recorded first-rounds of investment.
Microsoft brings ads to Windows 8 apps with ‘Ad Pano’
Microsoft has launched Ad Pano, offering in-app ads on its Windows 8 operating system.