Can apps boost the Japanese male libido?Japan's birth rates are dropping, and surveys suggest that many young Japanese men just aren't interested in sex. But why?February 10, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Social Media
Manchester City is expanding its online reach to JapanEnglish football Club Manchester City has signed a deal with Japanese developer MJL to create a local mobile website in a bid to increase its fanbase internationally.February 10, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Developer
Apple adding Japanese, Chinese, Russian to Siri (rumor)Rumours are surfacing that Apple's Siri may have support for Chinese, Japanese and Russian as early as next month, and is already in testing.February 9, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Apple
Apple accused of iPad patent infringement in China (again)Apple is facing another lawsuit from Proview Technology's Shenzen branch, who are suing under patent infringement for around $38 million.February 8, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Apple
Twitter hires Google executive: Asia as its next target?Twitter snags a former Google Asia executive, who will start later this year, suggesting a potential push into Asia for the company.February 6, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Social Media
Realizing future storefronts: Staring at you, creepily (video)Shinjuku's Takashimaya is displaying a unique new android for it's Valentines Day spread, a new 'model' designed to replace storefront mannequins.February 3, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Mobility
Foxconn 'working conditions' row fails to deter prospective workersDespite the bad press around Foxconn's factories in China, thousands continue to line up for jobs at the factory in Zhengzhou.January 31, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Apple
How panic spreads: Japan's resilience to earthquakesNews reports, suggesting that Tokyo can 70 percent expect a 7.0 magnitude earthquake in the next four years, sparked panic. That was the least of my worries.January 30, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in iPhone
Thailand endorses Twitter censorship: A step back for democracy?The Thai government has officially endorsed Twitter's 'country-by-country' censorship policy, saying it is a "welcome development". January 29, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Social Media
North Korea makes cellphone usage a 'war crime' under 100 days of mourningDuring the 100 day mourning period for Kim Jong-Il, citizens in North Korea are banned from using mobile phones, and those caught will be treated as 'war criminals'.January 26, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Hardware
Robot breakdancing brings in the Chinese New Year (video)China's New Year celebrations are very impressive. This year, the organisers decided that synchronised dancing robots should join in their broadcast.January 23, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Innovation
'Military friendly' camera-free iPhone goes on sale in SingaporeSingapore carrier M1 is offering 'camera free' iPhones on their website, marketed for military and government personnel banned from using smartphones with cameras.January 21, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Developer
Endoscope gives first glimpse inside ravaged Fukushima reactorTEPCO has revealed images from inside the Fukushima second reactor, taken with an industrial endoscope, provided by Olympus.January 21, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Government
Foxconn chairman compares his workforce to 'animals'In an ill-worded statement, the chairman of Foxconn's parent company compared his workforce to 'animals' and sought management advice from the director of Taipei Zoo.January 19, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in CXO
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku topping 2012 Olympics pollIn a recent poll, Japan's virtual idol currently has the crown with thousands of votes for the 2012 London Olympics.January 19, 2012 by Hana Stewart-Smith in Google