EXCLUSIVE:Altech Computers Placed Into Administration
Early this afternoon (Thursday) the Sydney offices of Altech Computers was surrounded by Police and Sherriff Officers.... Read More
Western Digital Introduces 10 TB Helium-Filled Hard Drive
In announcing the Ultrastar He10 today, WDC stated it expects its 10 TB drives “to be a key enabler of video, photo,... Read More
Virgin Mobile And Presto Team Up
Under the partnership, Virgin Mobile will provide select current postpaid customers a bonus 2 GB of data each consecutive month when they... Read More
Yahoo’s Internet Business Up For Sale? Suitors Reportedly Emerging
The Wall Street Journal has reported that several potential suitors are emerging for Yahoo’s core internet business, citing people familiar with the... Read More
Apple Offers Friendly Payments
Setting up and validating a new account, usually tied to a debit card, will cost Apple 50 cents to US$3 apiece, plus... Read More
More Fibre Coming: TPG’s Teoh
Teoh was speaking at TPG’s AGM in Sydney. He told shareholders that Telstra’s biggest advantage was its extensive network, covering most of... Read More
Rumoured Microsoft Surface Smartphone Described As A “Pig With Lipstick”
Described by one observer as a “Pig with lipstick” approach, all past attempts by Microsoft to carve out a major share of... Read More
Demo Samsung Now Hot On Intel’s Heels In Chipmaking Race
Intel is continuing to suffer from its dependence on the weak personal computer market and its inability to break into the mobile... Read More
ACMA: Aussies Going OTT For Communications And Video
Australians are increasingly taking to OTT services such as Skype, Facebook Messenger and FaceTime, along with content services such as Netflix, Stan... Read More
Dick Smith Desperation Fire Sale, Described As “Crook Stock” Sale By Gerry Harvey.
He claims consumers are not stupid and can spot “crook” stock even when they are offered at bargain prices. He knows because... Read More
There Is A Top End In Wireless Speakers & The Sound Difference Is Radical
The new range which will only be sold via Australian specialist sound dealers includes the PW 800 premium wireless speaker, PW 600... Read More
Samsung Launches Gear VR Web Browser
Samsung states that the Samsung Internet for Gear VR app “allows users to intuitively browse the web and enjoy content in a... Read More
Nick Aboud Not Sacked As Dick Smith Confirm Appointment Of Former BigW Executive
Murray dismissed our story yesterday that Aboud was on four months notice after the hiring of Algy Pereira a former Myer executive... Read More
Detachable Tablets A Bright Spot In Slumping Tablet Market
The IDC has forecast that worldwide tablet shipments will reach 211.3 million units this year, down 8.1 per cent from 2014, with... Read More
Onkyo Giving Away Terminator Genisys 3D With Selected Products
Under the promotion, customers who purchase any Onkyo product compatible with Dolby Atmos until December 31, 2015, will receive a copy of... Read More
LG Calls On The Dark Side Of Batman In OLED Video That is Similar To Sony TV Commercial
They have also invested in mandala designer Kathy Klein in an effort to sell the colour difference that LG claims OLED delivers,... Read More
Amex And Apple Pay: “A Good Strategic Fit”
Roy Morgan has found that Amex cardholders have the highest ownership of iPhones compared to MasterCard, Visa and all the major banks... Read More
Toys Subject Of Hack Attack
VTech, a Hong Kong company that sells tablets and other electronics as educational tools, said that its Learning Lodge database had been... Read More
Swatch Signs Visa For Smartwatch
Swatch, the world’s biggest watchmaker, said Visa would provide cashless payment systems for its new Swatch Bellamy, pictured, which will be available... Read More
Telstra Defends Global Roaming Hike
Travellers to Britain and USA now must pay $450 for a monthly travel pass – the price was previously $300. Cost of... Read More
Aussies Join Black Friday Frenzy
Indeed, eWay says it alone processed $19 million in Aussie Black Friday deals. The company claims to power 22,600 online stores, and... Read More
Western Digital Pulls Plug On Cloud Storage Service
In an email sent to customers today the Company who recently acquired SanDisk, said that the service will be shut down in... Read More
Senior Executive Claims The CE Industry Does Not Need Dick Smith, Discount War Set To Create Problems
Major consumer electronics vendors who are concerned that the sale could be extended into the peak Christmas New... Read More
New Smartphone Head For Samsung
Reuters has reported that J.K. Shin will cede day-to-day management of the smartphone business, however will remain head of the overall mobile... Read More
Mitsubishi Launches MSZ-GL Air Conditioner Series
Along with the new the R32 refrigerant tech, Mitsubishi states that the MSZ-GL units “are some of the quietest indoor units in... Read More
ACCC Taking Action Against The Community Network
The ACCC today advised that it has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Multimedia International Services “for allegedly engaging in unconscionable... Read More
New Vodafone Flagship Store Opened In Sydney CBD
Vodafone’s latest retail store joins the recently opened Microsoft flagship store as new arrivals in the Pitt Street Mall, with Vodafone stating... Read More
BREAKING NEWS: Is Dick Smith CEO Set Be Replaced By BigW Executive
According to ChannelNews sources Aboud has been given 4 months’ notice as per the terms in his contract. Earlier today Algy Periera... Read More
Apple Music Arriving On Sonos From Dec 15
Users will be able to stream the range of Apple Music features, including For You, New, Radio and My Music, with Sonos... Read More
Samsung Gets Into Drones 70% Of Future Products Will Be IoT capable
Overnight the Korean Company has come out and said that going forward they are set to focus on ‘drone’ and ‘IoT’ as... Read More
Windows, Macs Get PS4
Using the remote play function, users can stream games from the console to a screen in a different location, over the Internet... Read More
SA Cops Seek 855 Rugged Tablets
It says existing mobile data terminals fitted to SA police cars are due for replacement, and the force has decided to take... Read More
Telstra Hikes Roaming Prices
It has changed the terms of many International Travel Passes sold to customers travelling abroad. The passes come with phone call and... Read More
Optus To Roar With V8 Supercars
My Mobile Data, through its brand Ovo, will deliver the V8 content as part of the deal, providing subscribers with access to... Read More
Panasonic Puts Dick Smith On Credit Hold Call For ASIC To Investigate
Insiders are telling us that Dick Smith warehouses are full of “junk” house brand stock that the mass... Read More
Swann Launches DIY Home Automation Kit
Called SwannOne the new system is a security-focused home-automation service controlled from apps, it will initially be available for the US market. ... Read More
“Pay-By-The-Wrist”: Swatch Partners With Visa
Swatch states that the Swatch Bellamy can be used globally, anywhere contactless, NFC-based Visa payments are accepted. The Swatch Bellamy was unveiled... Read More
Alcatel One Touch IDC Data Correction
A recent ChannelNews story indicated that they had sold 154,720 in the smartphone market in the last quarter. This was in... Read More
Chromecast Leads Connected TV Device Market
Chromecast captured a 35 per cent market share in the 2015 third quarter, according to Strategy, its fifth straight quarter of leading... Read More
Optus Partners With V8 Supercars Content Provider
My Mobile Data, through its brand OVO, will deliver V8s content as part of a new three-year deal, providing subscribers with access... Read More
Is Dick Smith Set To Be Another Clive Peeters? As Share Value Plunges 85%
Just after the ASX opened today shares in Dick Smith plunged more than 50 per cent to 32?. They started the year... Read More
Lenovo And Razer Partner For Gaming Line-Up
Encompassing multiple designs and products, the upcoming product line-up will be co-branded, reflecting “the edgy Lenovo Y series look and feel with... Read More
360Fly Camera Boss Has A Pop Shot At GoPro, Says 360 Degree Video Capture Is Set TO Be Big.
Peter Adderton the CEO of fly 36 who is an Australian who established Boost Mobile said that his new 360-degree camera, that... Read More
Toshiba Puts Chips On Table
Getting rid of the major asset, even in part, smacks of desperation for Toshiba, because the fortunes of its PC, consumer-electronics and... Read More
Telstra Digs In On NRL
Fans will be able to access content and experiences through the Telstra Thanks program and “increased social media integration,” whatever that may... Read More
Aussie Atlassian Tipped To Raise $350m On Wall St
However some Wall Street commentators have raised their eyebrows at the potential valuation at a time for decidedly gloomy market for technology... Read More
NSW Roads Minister More Interested In Revenue Raising Than Hoverboard Research
Take Duncan Gay the Minister for Roads, who really is, Mr kill joy, a man who is obsessed with collecting revenues from... Read More
Telstra To Sell Drones + Crumpler Bags In New Melbourne Lifestyle Store
The carrier who is looking to expand their range of attach gear, will now sell an expanded range of drones, tablets, PC’s... Read More
Telstra To Sell Drones + Crumpler Bags In New Melbourne Lifestyle Store
The carrier who is looking to expand their range of attach gear, will now sell an expanded range of drones, tablets, PC’s... Read More
Telstra To Sell Drones + Crumpler Bags In New Melbourne Lifestyle Store
The carrier who is looking to expand their range of attach gear, will now sell an expanded range of drones, tablets, PC’s... Read More
