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Labor will invest AU$245m in regional telco programs if elected
Labor’s promises have mirrored the Coalition’s, with AU$160 million to go to the mobile blackspots program and AU$60 million to work on Connected Community Plans with state, territory, and local governments.
Huawei Australia sees large profit and revenue growth while skirting ban impact
Company states that Australia's ban on it providing 5G equipment 'may' hit its carrier business, despite evidence to the contrary.
Samsung Q1 profits plummet from lowered chip demand
Samsung has posted operating profits of 6.23 trillion won for the first quarter of 2019, its lowest since the 2016 Galaxy Note 7 recall, with the company attributing the decline to lowered demand for memory chips.
Telstra 4G speeds put it in global elite class: Opensignal
Telstra won on both download speeds and upload speeds while Optus has the best 4G availability, according to Opensignal.
Airship 1.0 marries Kubernetes and OpenStack for 5G's good
The open-source Airship project's ultimate goal is to use the best of Kubernetes container orchestration and OpenStack IaaS cloud to enable 5G networking -- and it's just made it first major step forward.
Cisco rolls out Wi-Fi 6 networking stack, bets the standard will enable as much as 5G
5G business transformation gets the press, but Wi-Fi 6 may have as big of an impact a few years sooner.
SK Telecom signs deals for 5G hospitals, smart cities, self-driving infrastructure
SK Telecom has signed a series of MOUs to partner on smart cities, smart hospitals, smart offices, and self-driving infrastructure backed by its 5G mobile network in Korea.
Samsung Australia posts AU$38m FY18 profit
The AU$58 million loss reported last year has turned into a AU$38 million profit this year.
T-Mobile in Q1 adds 1.65 million net connections, tops expectations
T-Mobile continues to outperform rivals in the wireless carrier race.
Do we need 6G Wireless already? 5G engineers debate
The race to 6G has already begun, according to a certain head of state. This while 5G firms in China may be helping other countries to race ahead. What if a “6G” isn’t such a good idea?
Huawei and 5G: Why the UK ignored US warnings and said yes
A complex set of considerations will have informed the UK's decision-making around 5G.
AT&T Q1 mixed, but the company adds wireless smartphone subscribers
There are more than a few moving parts in AT&T's first quarter, but the company did manage to add postpaid smartphone subscribers.
Samsung to invest $120 billion into logic chips by 2030
Samsung will invest 133 trillion won -- around $115 billion -- into its logic chip businesses such as processors and contract chip making by 2030 to become the market leader.
Huawei: UK will have access to best technology
While Huawei could not confirm the reports that the British government will be allowing it to take part in 5G, the Chinese tech giant says that if they are true, the UK ‘will have access to the fastest and most reliable networks’.
UK allows Huawei for 5G: Report
According to a report, Huawei will be allowed to provide antennas and non-core infrastructure for the 5G network build-outs across the United Kingdom.
Valentine's Day gifts: Tech for lovers and friends
If your partner or friend is tech-obsessed, we've rounded some cool items we think they'll love this Valentine's Day.
Last-minute tech gifts and gadgets for your Valentine
Chocolate and flowers are not the only options this Valentine's Day.
Olloclip iPhone XS clip and Connect X lenses: Take your mobile photography to the next level
Olloclip recently released new lens mounting clips for the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max. With support for nine Intro, Essential, and Pro lenses there isn't anything you can't capture with your iPhone.
Crowdfunding projects that left backers jilted at the altar
Crowdfunding offers products such as smartwatches, smartphone accessories, and smart printers. Backing them, however, may not always be a smart move. Whether it be to malice, or incompetence on the part of creators, gadget lust is simply sometimes unrequited.
Apple products you shouldn't buy (February 2019 edition)
Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding.
Totallee glossy Pixel 3/3 XL case: No branding, no bulk, and added grip
While it is nice to have some protection for your expensive phones today, it's also nice to have a minimalist case that still lets you slip your phone in your pocket. Totallee's case helps you target your fingerprint scanner and hold onto your phone better.
MWC: The best and worst of the past five years
Mobile World Congress is the premier trade show for mobile hardware, software, accessories and services. We regularly see new smartphones and wearables, some good and some bad, so let's take a glance at the past five years.
Mophie Powerstation PD XL hands-on: Charge your mobile device up to 2.5 times faster
Today's modern smartphones will get you through a day before dying so portable battery packs are still useful. The new Mophie Powerstation PD XL gets you back in action quicker than other existing battery packs thanks to its power delivery technology.
adidas Originals winter 2018 iPhone case collection: Iconic branding with style and protection
One great thing about the Apple iPhone is the vast number of case options available. The new adidas winter collection looks great with three stripe styling and bold colors.
PureGear Tempered Glass Privacy protector for iPhone XS: Secure your screen from errant eyes
I've been using tempered glass screen protectors for years, but it wasn't until I saw my daughter's privacy protector that I thought I should add another layer of data protection to my phone.
Star Trek technology still influential after over 50 years
The 20th century Earthlings who first tuned into the "Star Trek" television series in 1966 would certainly be amazed at how much science fiction is now science fact.
The ultimate MacBook accessory: The Anker 7-in-1 USB-C hub
If you're an owner of a newer MacBook, then you'll know that your choice of ports has dwindled down to, well, USB-C ports. But fear not! This doesn't mean that you need to buy new accessories. What you need is the Anker 7-in-1 USB-C hub. Not that this will also work with Windows PCs that have a USB-C port, as well as Chromebooks and smartphones and tablets kitted out with USB-C.
CES 2019: Anker announced refreshed product line
Lots of new accessories being unveiled by Anker, including chargers, in-car chargers, power banks, speakers, and much more.
CES 2019: Choetech Wireless Chargers
Choetech have a selection of wireless chargers available for home, office, and in-car use, as well as a new charger for smartwatches.
Gadgets and apps to help you get (and stay) fit and healthy in 2019
Let's start 2019 as we mean to go on -- by sitting less and moving more!
Too many photos on your iPhone? New app will sort the bad ones out
Got too many blurry, out-of-focus pictures of your pet eating up precious storage space? Gemini Photos will take care of that.
To comply with EU, Google simplifies privacy settings
Google will be emailing millions of its users to tell them about its redesigned privacy policy.
Google puts AI team's work to good use in Android P
DeepMind takes a first crack at using AI to solve Google's challenges on mobile devices.
Google patching out app monitor in Android P
It's about time Google patches this nasty security flaw where any Android app can monitor network access of another app.
iPhone lovers are desperate for changes. Here's a wish list
Here are the things we'd like to see in future versions of Apple's iOS and iPhone hardware.
Google Pixel, Nexus devices get Android Auto wireless support
Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Nexus 5X, and Nexus 6P devices running Android Oreo or higher now have Android Auto wireless support, Google has announced. Read more: https://zd.net/2IVN88R
Instagram ditches Apple Watch app
Facebook's Instagram app is no longer available for Apple Watch, marking another high-profile departure from Apple's wearable app offerings. Read more: https://zd.net/2GPrnKE
Acer's student-friendly Tab 10 ups tablet stakes in schools
Acer launches the first Chrome OS tablet for the education market.
Android P: Google launches first developer preview
The full public beta is expected later this year, followed by a consumer rollout in the fall.
Turn your Android smartphone into a bunker with 10 simple steps
Malware makers, phishers, they really are all out to get you. Here's how to stop them in their tracks.
Nougat finally unseats Marshmallow in battle for Android dominance
But Oreo is still not making major headway.
Why microprocessor systems' architecture needs to go open-source
Perhaps the Meltdown and Spectre bugs are the impetus for making long-overdue changes to the core DNA of the semiconductor industry and how chip architectures are designed.
Five top improvements in Google Android 8.1
Besides numerous security fixes, the latest version of Android includes multiple features that developers will be using to improve your smartphone experience.
iPhone Batterygate: A sign of a deeper problem
To be better citizens of our planet, we need to reconsider the current disposable smartphone designs.
App update: What are Android's 2017 top sellers and standouts?
Google names most popular and best Android apps of the year.
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