Samsung debuts first Tizen phone in Russia
Samsung is to launch its first smartphone powered by the Tizen operating system in Russia this summer.
Google creates page for ‘delete me’ search requests
Google has launched a service that lets European users to ask for personal information to be deleted from the search engine.
What is the world’s most valuable brand? (infographic)
What is the world’s most valuable brand? According to the latest Millward Brown data, the first place in no longer occupied by Apple, which has been overtaken by a more aggressive Google, currently valued at $159B. This infographic from FinancesOnline presents the top 10 most valuable brands of 2014 that also tries to explain the … [Read more…]
Right to reply: ‘Spam Jams’ could be a hazard for driverless cars
Wil Rockall, director in KPMG’s cyber security team, comments on the news that Google will produce its own fleet of driverless cars. He highlights that the move could herald improvements in road safety, but warns that the potential for ‘spam jams’ and hacker-driven congestion might affect consumers’ driving experiences.
Right to reply: Panda 4.0 – The end of Panda brand protection and finally, some good news for smaller affiliate sites?
Last week saw Google update its Panda search formula designed to drive down the value of poor content websites. Sylvia Nankivell, Traffic Acquisition Manager, Affiliate Window looks at why nthe move is good news for smaller affiliate sites.
Top tips: Usability explained- examples and advice for successful user guidance
A well designed and easy-to-use site can make all the difference between a happy customer and a negative social media comment. FACT-Finder’s Marino Casucci shares advice on best practice for creating successful user guidance in your online shop.
Google reveals own self-driving cars… with no steering wheels or brakes
Google is has revealed the first prototype of its self-driving cars – with no steering wheel, acceleration pedal, or brake.
Google eyes Dropcam home security cams
Google is mulling a bid for home security system DropCam as the internet giant continues to expand into the much vaunted ‘Internet of Things’, according to a news report.
Apple plans smart home platform
Apple is expanding its presence in the growing ‘internet of things’ market with a new software platform that could turn the iPhone into a remote control for lights, security systems and other household appliances, according to a news report.
Google revamps Panda search formula: Winners and losers revealed
This week Google has rolled out its latest Panda 4.0 update designed to drive down low-quality content from its search rankings- with eBay seemingly losing out heavily from the new algorithm, according to new research.