Samsung will host an immersive virtual experience, Life Unstoppable, to unveil the latest innovations from Samsung’s mobile phone, wearables, TV, audio, and home appliance businesses.
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OnePlus is set to officially unveil the Nord smartphone tomorrow (July 21) at an AR event. You too can watch the event live and here is how.
Samsung has revealed that no fewer than five new devices will be shown off at their Unpacked event on August 5.
SignalWire has launched SignalWire Work, a unified virtual office tool offering secure, powerful, and customisable video conferencing.
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Vodafone UK has expanded its consumer Internet of Things (IoT) range with a tracker designed and manufactured by the company itself.
Vodafone wants the UK government to scrap the upcoming auction of 5G spectrum following the government decision to ban the use of Huawei equipment in future networks.
O2 is launching a pilot trial of a fully connected COVID-19 testing clinic-on-wheels, supported by O2’s 5G mobile network, which is designed to provide remote testing and tracking of care home residents and workers in Glasgow
EE has launched its new Digital Identity platform, which helps protect customers from becoming victims of fraud.
OPPO today unveiled the 125W flash charge, the 65W AirVOOC wireless flash charge, the ultra-small portable 50W mini SuperVOOC charger as well as the 110W mini flash charger.
The UK Government has completely caved in to pressure from the US administration and backbench Tory MP's and has ordered telecoms companies to remove all Huawei equipment from the UK's 5G networks by 2027.
Vodafone has teamed up with Skyports and Deloitte to transport medical supplies for NHS Scotland using drones.
Google just released Beta 2 of the Android 11 Beta program for developers. Beta 2 us to the Platform Stability milestone, which means that Android 11’s APIs and behaviours are finalised.
Google has released the July 2020 Android Security Bulletin, giving carriers and device makers a fresh set of patches to install.
Openet has been selected by BT Group to provide real-time charging services for BT Mobile and EE Mobile. Openet has been supplying its Evolved Charging Suite to BT Mobile for a number of years.
As part of the partnership between Three UK and Chelsea FC, is the launch of the world’s first-ever AR kit launch.
O2 is teaming up with TerraCycle to roll out recycling boxes to O2 stores across the UK.
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially designated Chinese telecommunication providers Huawei and ZTE as national security risks, a decision that officially prohibits American phone companies from purchasing their equipment with government subsidies.
Users in the U.S. will now be able to start and join group video calls and meetings on both Duo and Google Meet using their Nest Hub Max.
EE today launched a new Smart WiFi home broadband service, designed to boost the WiFi coverage in every room of a customer’s home. The new Smart WiFi home solution includes a new Smart Router, Smart WiFi Discs and inclusive 4GEE WiFi Mini.
Huawei opened its second global flagship store in Shanghai Wednesday, part of plans to strengthen its brand in its core Chinese consumer market as it faces headwinds overseas.
Panasonic today announced productivity+, a suite of Android support solutions to futureproof rugged mobile deployments for existing and new customers transitioning to the Android operating system.
Panasonic further strengthened its popular Android line-up today with the unveiling of the TOUGHBOOK A3, a fully rugged tablet with a 10.1 inch display.
BlackBerry has announced that the nine nominees listed in the company's management proxy circular dated May 8, 2020, for the company's annual and special meeting of shareholders held on June 23, 2020, were elected as directors
Microsoft has announced the expansion of Microsoft Teams beyond work groups, opening the platform up for personal use.
BlackBerry said today that its QNX software is now embedded in more than 175 million cars on the road today. This is an increase of 25 million cars since the company last reported its automotive footprint in June 2019.
Frost & Sullivan has published an assessment of the cyberthreat landscape and the proportion that BlackBerry’s suite of technologies can protect against, concluding that BlackBerry can secure all IoT endpoints, and upwards of 96% of all cyberthreats.
BlackBerry has launched BlackBerry AtHoc Managed Service, delivering the full featured BlackBerry AtHoc system as a service managed and delivered by BlackBerry.
Apple has launched updated developer forums, just in time for WWDC 2020, with a new design language, easier navigation, and wider permissions for more users to browse the content.
O2 will use virtual queuing technology and new store design to safely open its shops in Scotland and Wales to customers and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
BlackBerry has released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities in BlackBerry powered by Android smartphones. The update addresses issues in the May 2020 Android Security Bulletin that affect BlackBerry powered by Android smartphones.
While several countries in Europe have already released contact tracing apps using Apple-Google technology, Canada has announced that it has developed a new national contract tracing app that will also use the Apple-Google Exposure Notification API.
The UK government has ditched plans to roll out the NHS contact-tracing app and instead will use a technology based on the system developed by Apple and Google.
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BlackBerry has released an update to BlackBerry Optics with cryptomining and cryptojacking detection for Intel-based commercial PCs.
Lenovo unveiled the Lenovo Yoga 5G, the world’s first 5G PC, back in January of this year. This 5G PC will be available later this year exclusively on a range of EE pay monthly price plans.
Huawei has started rolling out EMUI10 to the P30 Lite New Edition series in the UK. EMUI 10.0 brings the latest features such as Magazine Style UI layout, Morandi Colours, Dark Mode, Golden Icons, New Animations and Improved privacy features.
The UK government is holding a review into allowing telecoms companies to make use of the existing network of ducts, pipes and so on, as currently used by the likes of water and energy suppliers.
O2's 5G network is now live in areas of 60 towns and cities across the UK, beating its original target. The milestone comes at the same time that O2 reaches 10,000 sites for its first-to-market LTE-M (Long Term Evolution, category M1) network.
BlackBerry today announced that its FedRAMP-authorized BlackBerry AtHoc crisis communication system continues to expand on its leading position within the U.S. Federal Government with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) using BlackBerry AtHoc for secure crisis response.
BlackBerry will report results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2021 at 5:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. This will take place after the company's virtual annual meeting.
Apple today shared the WWDC20 lineup, including keynote and Platforms State of the Union timing, and information on how developers can learn about the future of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS, and engage with Apple engineers.
BlackBerry has expanded its commitment to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As part of its commitment BlackBerry is investing in initiatives that enable access to clean water for the global communities the company serves.
Google just released the Android 11 Beta program to Pixel devices. This is the easiest way to try out Google’s newest version of Android in a much more stable scenario compared to the 4 different developer previews we have been testing.
O2 has selected Ericsson to deploy its 5G radio access network (RAN) even farther across the UK, upgrading the existing 2G/3G/4G sites as part of a substantial network modernization program.
Huawei has launched its own API to track the COVID-19 virus. While Apple and Google cover the majority of phones in the world, there are still users whose mobiles do not have access to the services of Google or Apple. This is why Huawei has been working on its own API, HMS Core Contact Shield.
BlackBerry will hold its Annual Meeting of Shareholders virtually, on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 1pm ET.
Huawei has published an open letter to the UK, noting that it was “as committed as ever” to working with network operators amid a fresh probe into its role in the country’s 5G networks.
Apple has created a new open source project to help developers of password managers collaborate to create strong passwords that are compatible with popular websites.
Samsung has launched a dedicated hand washing app for the Galaxy Watch, designed to remind people to wash their hands regularly and also to remind you to wash them for 20 seconds.
The latest version of Signal for Android and iOS introduces a new blur feature in the image editor that can help protect the privacy of the people in the photos you share.
BlackBerry has partnered with airspace security company Dedrone to deliver advanced counter-drone technology to secure the world's most critical sites.
EE and BT are planning to re-open its retail stores from the 15th June as part of a phased roll-out. After an enormous amount of hard work, a range of measures will be enforced in stores to make customers and colleagues feel safe.
Shares of BlackBerry rose more than 6% Monday after it was reported that Fairfax Financial Holdings, run by investor Prem Watsa, had held talks with BlackBerry's management about acquiring the company outright.
Google has released the June 2020 Android Security Bulletin, giving carriers and device makers a fresh set of patches to install.
BlackBerry has appointed Thomas Eacobacci as President. Eacobacci will be responsible for driving BlackBerry's sales, field marketing, engineering, and customer support for BlackBerry Spark and BlackBerry IoT Solutions.
O2 will use virtual queuing technology and new store design to safely open its shops to customers and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
EE has marked the one year anniversary of its 5G network launch by announcing that EE 5G is now available in 80 cities and large towns across the UK – more than any other operator.
Android Studio 4.0 has been release in the stable channel and includes a new Motion Editor to help bring your apps to life, a Build Analyzer to investigate causes for slower build times, and Java 8 language APIs you can use regardless of your app’s minimum API level.
EE today launched a new range of Smart and Essential pay monthly handset and Smart SIM plans which come with access to 5G as standard.
The brand-new OPPO Find X2 5G series is now available to pre-order from O2 online on O2’s customisable plans.
Samsung has unveiled the Exynos 880 SoC, featuring an integrated 5G modem and AI capabilities. The new mobile processor is aimed at mid-range smartphones.
The Electrocardiogram (ECG) function of the Samsung Health Monitor app has been cleared by South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS).
Apple has released iOS 13.5, which includes improved Face ID recognition of protective masks and support for the Exposure Notification API that it co-created with Google to support public health authorities in their contact-tracing efforts to combat COVID-19.
BlackBerry has launched BlackBerry Spark Suites, offering enterprises a range of tailored cybersecurity and endpoint management solutions.
Huawei Cloud has launched a new Huawei Cloud Stack (HCS) offering specifically designed to provide cloud services in local data centres for government and enterprise customers.
Back in March of 2019, BlackBerry set up a completely separate subsidiary in Washington, D.C., to strengthen the company's ties with critical U.S. federal agencies that require highly secure cloud-based services.
President Trump has extended his executive order banning US companies from using or buying telecoms equipment from Chinese manufacturers Huawei and ZTE for another year.
The University of Windsor and BlackBerry have partnered to develop and deliver a cybersecurity curriculum for the University's Graduate Master's Program in Applied Computing.
In what is hardly a surprise, BlackBerry has informed members of their Beta Community that the program will be closing next week.
Google will launch the first public beta of Android 11 on June 3. The company plans to roll out the new release following an online-only event called the Android 11 Beta Launch Show.
BlackBerry announced today that BlackBerry Radar continues to grow its distribution reach with more than 12 new channel partners having signed on in the past six months including two within Mexico
Google has released the May 2020 Android Security Bulletin, giving carriers and device makers a fresh set of patches to install.
BlackBerry has successfully completed the MITRE ATT&CK APT29 evaluation. BlackBerry Unified Endpoint Security (UES) solutions were examined for their ability to detect sophisticated tactics and techniques used by APT29
MobileIron has filed a lawsuit in California claiming BlackBerry has made “spurious and baseless” allegations of patent infringement against MobileIron, amounting to a version of civil extortion under California law.
In a new five-year deal, Microsoft are to supply Coca-Cola with business software, including Teams, Microsoft 365, and Dynamics 365.
BlackBerry has launched QNX Black Channel Communications Technology, a new software solution that OEMs and embedded software developers can use to ensure safe data communication exchanges within their safety-critical systems.
BlackBerry has rolled out an update for BBM Enterprise for Android which brings a reduced setup time for voice and video calls in poor network conditions.
Huawei has defended its role in the development of 5G in the UK. In an open letter Huawei's Vice President Victor Zhang stated the company is "focused on keeping Britain connected"
ZTE today has helped the Zhejiang branch of China Mobile send China's first 5G message based on GSMA UP2.4 standard in Hangzhou, China, thereby making China Mobile the first Chinese operator to implement the 5G Message Center (5GMC).
Huawei has launched the Sound X Platinum Edition, an enhanced version of the company's sound speaker Sound X, bringing improvements and small touches from the basic model.
EE has enhanced it's support for NHS staff during the COVID-19 epidemic and the company is now offering unlimited mobile data for NHS staff until 9th October 2020.
The BlackBerry Enterprise Partner Program and the BlackBerry Cylance Partner Program have both received a 5-Star rating from CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, in its 2020 Partner Program Guide.
BlackBerry has rolled out an update for BBM Enterprise for iOS which brings improvements to push notifications.
BullGuard is offering a Free 3-Month Small Office Security license for up to 50 devices for businesses that need assistance in managing cybersecurity in the wake of the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the sudden and mass movement to home-working.
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Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups have been infiltrating critical servers with malware tools for at least eight years, according to a new report from BlackBerry.
Google has released the April 2020 Android Security Bulletin, giving carriers and device makers a fresh set of patches to install.
ZTR and BlackBerry have combined their technology expertise to offer railcar owners, operators and suppliers ZTR Pivot, a powerful new digital monitoring solution.
Vodafone today announced that it is the only technology communications company to be awarded a place on the newly established Scottish National Framework for mobile voice and data services.
Video conferencing app Zoom has been in news off lately owing to its exponentially growing popularity amid the Covid-19 lockdown. This prompted a spotlight on its privacy and security issues.
Dixons CarPhone is to part ways with O2 after unsuccessful attempts to renegotiate the terms of its arrangement, after 20 years in business together.
BlackBerry reported Q4 2020 results today, reporting a fourth-quarter loss and quarterly sales below Wall Street expectations.
MELROSE Labs, a newly launched cloud communications provider, has launched their voice conferencing service, Conference, a service that is a key enabler of remote working and collaboration.
Mobile networks continue to provide important connectivity in uncertain times, and a quick call to check in can make all the difference.
Huawei has officially launched its music streaming service Huawei Music in Europe. The service is fully licensed by Universal, Sony and Warner, with over 50 million tracks and 1.2m albums in its librar
During the Huawei P40 Series Global Launch Event, Huawei announced the latest development related to the Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) ecosystem and apps.
At an online launch event earlier today, Huawei announced the Huawei P40, Huawei P40 Pro and Huawei P40 Pro Plus, and they are all about the cameras.
Over the next three months Vodafone will be applying Wi-Fi Calling to the remaining customers yet to receive the service.
While all mobile operators in the UK have been forced to close their stores due to the current lockdown here in the UK, Three UK has went one step further and announced they have also closed their call centres.
From April 1st, users in the UK will be able to use their smartphones, smartwatches and contactless bank cards at any contactless terminal to make payments of up to £45. This is an increase of £15 from the current £30 limit.
OPPO has launched its Reno3 Series in the Middle East. Powered by 64MP Zoom Camera with 20x Digital Zoom, Ultra Steady Video 2.0, 44MP Dual Front Camera with Ultra Night Selfie Mode.
As the global impact of the Covid-19 outbreak becomes more widespread, the vast majority of companies are providing updates on what steps they are taking to support staff, partners and customers through this unprecedented period and beyond.
EE today launched a new range of updated and simplified pay as you go packs, offering EE customers more data and minutes than ever before.
Netflix is to reduce the video quality on its services in Europe for the next 30 days in an attempt to alleviate the strain on internet service providers.
Advantage has been named as New Zealand’s first BlackBerry Compromise Assessment partner, enabling the company to deliver this leading consulting service to the New Zealand market.
BlackBerry will report results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 at 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The conference call can be accessed by dialing +1-877-682-6267 or live streamed on the company's website.
EE pay monthly customers are now able to make and receive calls through their Amazon Echo and compatible Alexa-enabled devices. All you need is the Alexa app on your smartphone and you can answer calls hands-free by simply saying “Alexa answer”.
Customers of all four major UK mobile networks, O2, EE, Vodafone and 3, are having issues today making calls, and comes as millions of workers across the country are staying home to work to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
EE is switching on 4G on the London Underground for the first time as part of TfL’s 4G pilot on the Jubilee Line. The Transport for London (TfL) pilot will bring 4G connectivity to millions of customers on the eastern half of the Jubilee Line.
Recently, HUAWEI CLOUD worked with Huazhong University of Science & Technology and Lanwon Technology to develop and launch an AI-assisted quantitative medical image analysis service for COVID-19.
Microsoft Teams is currently down as the company struggles to handle the surge in use as many countries in Europe begin working from home.
The Huawei Mate Xs is now available to pre-order from today (15th March, 2020) in the UAE. Huawei Mate Xs is a reworked version of Huawei’s smartphone that unfolds into a tablet, which directly competes with Samsung’s Galaxy Fold rather than the South Korean firm’s newer, smaller Galaxy Z Flip folding phone.
Apple is closing all stores outside Greater China until March 27 to reduce the risk of coronavirus. Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company had learnt lessons from the outbreak in China and that is why it is taking these steps.
The Huawei Mate Xs 5G is now available to pre-order from today (14th March, 2020) in Australia. Huawei Mate Xs 5G is a luxury foldable smartphone, and a reworked version of Huawei’s smartphone that unfolds into a tablet, which directly competes with Samsung’s Galaxy Fold rather than the South Korean firm’s newer, smaller Galaxy Z Flip folding phone.
Apple will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in June and due to the recent coronavirus outbreak, it will be an online event.
Huawei has donated its Telemedicine Video Conference Solution to Thailand hospitals and Disease Control Department, to support Thailand people's fight against the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Vodafone UK has launched managed cyber security services for UK businesses. Vodaphone Cyber Enhanced combines cyber security and defence-grade technology to protect the resources and digital estates of critical national infrastructure providers.
EE has switched on 5G in twenty one new UK locations, taking the number of towns and cities with access to the operator’s 5G network to 71.
BlackBerry announced today that the German Development Agency, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), has chosen BlackBerry AtHoc as its emergency mass notification system.
The team of cryptocurrency payment app Plutus, announced today that the PlutusDEX is now available on iOS and Android. The app enables users to quickly and securely convert their crypto on-the-move.
BlackBerry has announced improvements to the BlackBerry Cylance North America Partner Program focused on partner protection, enhanced margins, incumbency with renewals and continued enablement.
Huawei were due to unveil the P40 series of phones at an event in Paris on March 26. However, the company has now confirmed that due to the Coronavirus outbreak, the P40 series of phones will now be unveiled at an online-only event on March 26.
