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Samsung's commitment to eSIMs to overhaul market - report

Samsung's adoption of eSIM technology in its S20 range is set to surge global shipments to over 225 million, transforming the smartphone market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2020

Apple

Just two smartphone makers saw growth in Q4 2019 as global sales decline

Apple and Xiaomi were the only top smartphone vendors to gain in Q4 2019, as global sales dipped 0.4% year over year, Gartner reports.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2020

Internet of Things

Is smartphone innovation dead?

Fears of 'peak smartphone' menace industry stalwarts like Apple and Samsung, yet experts argue that the innovation landscape is far from dormant.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2020

Digital Entertainment

Samsung Galaxy Buds+ will support iOS devices

Samsung's wireless Galaxy Buds have a new successor: The Galaxy Buds+. And for the first time, they're compatible with iOS as well as Android.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2020

Digital Signage

Samsung commits to foldables with the Galaxy Z Flip

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Flip, a chic foldable with a 'Hideaway Hinge', pushing the boundaries of phone design.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

Digital Signage

Samsung unveils new Galaxy S20 smartphone lineup

In New Zealand, only the Galaxy S20+ and S20 Ultra will be 5G compatible, which leaves the Samsun S20 limited to 4G.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2020

Supply Chain

Trade war and coronavirus uncertainty proves challenge for Huawei as smartphone shipments drop

Huawei faces significant hurdles as smartphone shipments decline, fuelled by ongoing trade war woes and coronavirus uncertainties, IDC data reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2020

Apple

Smartphone market continues to grow - Canalys

Global smartphone shipments saw a 1% rise in Q4 2019, with Apple and Samsung leading the market, while Huawei faced setbacks, Canalys reports.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2020

Unified Communications

Samsung reveals new rugged smartphone for enterprise

The XCover Pro is IP68 water and dust resistant, capable of withstanding drops of up to 1.5m without a case, and will include Samsung POS software.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2020

Wearables

Momentum across APAC drives wearable band market as Fitbit falters

Momentum across APAC drives a 65% surge in the wearable band market in Q3 2019, with Xiaomi dominating as Fitbit's market share dips amidst acquisition talks.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019

Digital Signage

The Samsung Galaxy Fold is finally coming to NZ

The controversial foldable smartphone is now available for preorder in New Zealand from December 9, with shipping starting on December 18.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019

Apple

Gartner: Apple continues to lose as smartphone market drops

Huawei, Samsung, and OPPO increased market share in the third quarter of 2019, while Apple and Xiaomi share declined.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2019

Apple

IDC: Global smartphone market returns to positive growth

Global smartphone shipments increase in Q3 2019, ending seven quarters of decline, says IDC. Indian market leads growth. Chinese brands rise.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2019

Crypto

Samsung and Finder launch Aussie first with new credit card search feature

Samsung and Finder launch Promoted Cards for Samsung Pay, offering tailored credit card deals to Aussie users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2019

Digital Entertainment

Gartner: Wearable device spending to total US$52 billion in 2020

Gartner forecasts 2020 wearable device spending to reach USD $52 billion, up 27% from 2019, driven by smartwatches and smart clothing.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2019

Software Updates

Samsung Galaxy S10 software updated to be more like the Note10

The Samsung Galaxy S10 is stepping up to become more like its cousin the Note 10, with a bunch of new software updates, camera tools and Windows integration.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2019