The BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition is now available to to pre-order in the Middle East, with availability from 31st August.
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Samsung Canada launched the newly redesigned flagship devices, the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and the Samsung Galaxy Note5.
Essar Group has selected BES12 to securely manage their data, applications, and devices including iOS, Android, and BlackBerry smartphones.
Google has announced that they have completed the roll-out of Google Play services 7.8, adding two new APIs.
Samsung has announced its new Galaxy S6 Edge+, a 5.7-inch dual edged phone which is a larger variant of the popular Galaxy S6 Edge which was launched in March.
Ofcom has launched a simple, powerful online tool where you can check your operator’s mobile phone coverage.
The BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition is now available to buy direct from BlackBerry in Italy, Netherlands and Spain.
The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), a nonprofit public-private partnership focused on helping all digital citizens stay safer and more secure online, today announced that BlackBerry has joined the organization.
Microsoft has announced the preview of Skype for Business apps for Android and iOS. The company states that the preview apps include a new dashboard for easy navigation of your contacts, calls and meetings, and updated the In-Call and In-Meeting experience.
BlackBerry today announced the BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition in Vietnam. Starting August 24th, customers in Vietnam will be able to purchase the new BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition.
Sony announced today the new Smart B-Trainer, an all-in-one training device and application that features intelligent music playback based on heart rate monitoring, various training plans, and real time voice coaching.
Today, BlackBerry introduced the new redesigned BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition, which features a sophisticated design and intuitive tools that business professionals need.
Sony Mobile has today revealed two new smartphones with the introduction of Xperia C5 Ultra and Xperia M5 to its range of devices. Both devices offer advances in camera, design, battery and performance.
Nokia today announced an agreement to sell its HERE digital mapping and location services business to a consortium of leading automotive companies, comprising AUDI AG, BMW Group and Daimler AG.
Microsoft has won an appeals court ruling in the U.S. that may lower the rates many electronics makers pay to license technology considered standard in smartphones and computers.
Samsung and Mastercard have announced that they will be extending their partnership to bring Samsung Pay to Europe.
Microsoft announced that Windows 10 will become available Wednesday as a free upgrade1 or with new PCs and tablets.
Samsung has announced the industry’s first 1.0μm-pixel-based 16 megapixel (Mp) CMOS image sensor for use in advanced mobile devices.
SAP SE today announced that customers can now experience the next-generation business suite SAP Business Suite 4 SAP HANA (SAP S/4HANA) thanks to a 30-day trial offer for the on-premise edition.
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Qualcomm today announced it has engineered a solution to allow wireless charging for devices with metal exteriors.
BlackBerry announced Monday that WatchDox by BlackBerry has been named a “Visionary†in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise File Synchronization and Sharing (EFSS) for the second consecutive year.
BlackBerry today announced that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has approved the use of derived Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) credentials on BlackBerry OS and BlackBerry 10 smartphones.
Back in April of this year, BlackBerry acquired WatchDox, a startup that developed cross-platform technology for digital rights management and for enterprises to share files securely.
BlackBerry has just announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AtHoc, a leading provider of secure, networked crisis communications.
Sonavation has announced it has reached an industry milestone by successfully developing and bonding an ultrasound biometric sensor which is compatible with Corning® Gorilla® Glass, providing a high resolution 3D fingerprint image.
ASUS has today released the convertible ChromeBook Flip C100 that combines the form and function of a productive notebook and a media consuming tablet into a ultra-portable device.
A couple of weeks ago, we told you how BlackBerry will hold the second annual BlackBerry Security Summit event in New York on Thursday, July 23rd where attendees will be able to learn about the latest mobile security threats and their impact on enterprise and government customers.
Samsung today announced the global launch of the Galaxy Tab S2, the most immersive Samsung tablet to-date. Samsung’s newest Galaxy tablet continuously delivers a stunning Super AMOLED display perfectly optimized for reading and viewing any type of digital content.
Microsoft has released their PhotoDNA technology, a free service that helps identify and remove online child sexual abuse photos.
Samsung have announced that the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge, have had their encryption certified by the UK government body the Communications and Electronics Security Group (CESG) under their Commercial Product Assurance (CPA) program for data-at-rest.
Samsung have launched their Samsung Pay trial in Korea. Samsung Pay trial with Samsung Card began on July 15, for select customers in Korea.
BlackBerry today announced the appointment of Carl Wiese as President, Global Sales. Wiese will be responsible for driving BlackBerry's go-to-market strategy and advancing the company's global sales efforts to drive growth.
BlackBerry has rejected political moves to ban strong encryption, saying that it’s a short-sighted policy that would not serve companies or governments.
A report by Sky News reveals how an artist has written software to convert the website’s 11.5 million entries into a print-friendly format. The printed version could be bought for £314,000.
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Kyocera and Microsoft have announced they have signed an agreement expanding on a prior patent licensing arrangement.
Back in April, BlackBerry acquired WatchDox, a startup that developed cross-platform technology for digital rights management and for enterprises to share files securely.
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, announced today 100 new appointments to the Order of Canada.
Amazon today announced Prime Now, the newest benefit for Prime members, which offers one-hour delivery on over ten thousand items through a mobile app.
WidePoint Corporation announced today that it has entered into a strategic alliance with Samsung SDS America.
Amazon today announced the Alexa Fund, up to $100 million in investments to support developers, manufacturers, and start-ups of all sizes who are passionate about creating new experiences designed around the human voice.
Earlier today, we reported how Mackenzie Health continues to advance its Innovation Strategy with the launch of Phase Two of the Innovation Unit.
Mackenzie Health continues to advance its Innovation Strategy with the launch of Phase Two of the Innovation Unit.
TomTom Telematics has launched a new smartphone app in the UK and Germany that gives drivers real-time feedback on their driving style.
Calypso Technology has entered into a global reseller agreement with SAP. Through this agreement, SAP will resell the Calypso cross-asset, front-to-back treasury and capital markets platform as two solution extensions.
BlackBerry announced on Tuesday that quarterly revenue came in at $658m, down from $966m in the year-ago quarter, and a slight decrease from $660m in Q4.
BlackBerry today announced that they have entered into a long-term patent cross-licensing agreement covering their respective products and technologies.
BlackBerry today reported financial results for the three months ended May 30, 2015 (all figures in U.S. dollars and U.S. GAAP, except where otherwise indicated).
BlackBerry’s cloud-based enterprise mobility management (EMM) solution, BES12 Cloud, has been certified through the HP Helion Ready Program.
One of the most frustrating things when driving is being stuck behind a huge HGV with no idea of seeing what is in front of it in order to know when you can overtake it.
According to a report from Reuters, BlackBerry is considering equipping an upcoming smartphone with Google's Android software for the first time, according to four sources familiar with the matter.
The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has granted approval to SecuVOICE for BlackBerry 10 for security classifications up to the level of NATO Restricted.
Earlier today, we reported how AT&T had showcased a video for the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active and now, for the third summer in a row, AT&T is bringing its customers the toughest and most advanced member of the Galaxy S family exclusively.
At UITP World Congress and Exhibition, the world's biggest public transport event, Ericsson is demonstrating a connected bus stop concept that incorporates 3G, LTE or Wi-Fi small cell technology.
Intel announced today that it is collaborating with QNX to advance in-vehicle technologies that deliver new driving experiences.
QNX and Certicom, both subsidiaries of BlackBerry, are working jointly to bring strong cryptography and entity authentication to the automotive industry.
QNX today demonstrated how QNX OS technology provides a flexible and highly reliable platform for powering next-generation digital instrument clusters. According to a report from IHS Automotive, Automotive User Interfaces 2014.
Today, at TU-Automotive Detroit 2015, BlackBerry is demonstrating its next-generation over-the-air (OTA) update solution, which will help automakers cut maintenance costs, reduce expensive recalls, improve customer satisfaction.
Ford has announced its all-new SYNC 3 technology debuts this summer in North America on the 2016 Ford Escape and Fiesta.
Today, your LTE smartphone receives transmissions from one cell at a time, and many different techniques are used to ensure that you stay connected as you move between cells.
Sony today introduced a premium addition to the Xperia Z3 series flagship smartphones with Xperia Z3+, a slim, sleek and stylish high-performing premium smartphone.
The engineers at BlackBerry Encrypted Phones have found that BlackBerry PGP email encryption devices offer the highest level of security for wireless communications.
Coordinating care for people with complex, chronic conditions is a difficult process. Historically providers have not been reimbursed or rewarded for care coordination efforts by payers. Starting in 2015, Medicare has paved the way by offering reimbursement for documented care coordination activities.
QNX today announced that the QNX Neutrino OS is powering a fare collection system, which includes automatic gates, ticketing machines, and onboard bus equipment, throughout the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), including Singapore, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Apple, Google and Microsoft are amongst more than 140 technology companies who have signed a letter to President Obama calling for him to reject measures that would weaken encryption and security in smartphones and other devices.
ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih today introduced ZenFone 2 and the latest ZenBook models to the United States and Canada at the "Incredible Comes to New York" press event.
Last month, BlackBerry acquired WatchDox, a startup that developed cross-platform technology for digital rights management and for enterprises to share files securely. BlackBerry are to integrate WatchDox’s technology as a value-added service with BlackBerry’s Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) portfolio.
Microsoft today launched Microsoft Hyperlapse, a new set of products that create smooth, stabilized time lapses from first-person videos. Mobile apps for Android, Windows Phone as well as a desktop version are now available.
On Saturday, we reported how Canadian Liberal MPP for Etibicoke-North, Shafiq Qaadri has asked legislature to allow members of parliament and staff to use a variety of smartphones instead of remaining trapped in its “BlackBerry-only policy and called the assembly’s current policy “handicapping, retarding and penalizing MPPsâ€Â
Certicom, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, has launched a new managed public key infrastructure certificate service for connected devices, unleashing the performance of its renowned security technology for a broad range of Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
BlackBerry today announced that it has completed its acquisition of WatchDox, a data security company offering the most secure enterprise file-sync-and-share (EFSS) solutions on any device(1). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
BlackBerry will launch its slider smartphone in India, announced during MWC 2015, towards the end of the ongoing financial year targeting the mid to high handset market, according to Sunil Lalvani, managing director at BlackBerry India.
SAP today unveiled the latest innovations in SAP Lumira and SAP Predictive Analytics software to enable customers to do even more with their data insights.
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Momentum continues to grow for Axiros, a technology leader in device management, TR-069, and IoT solutions for service providers, enterprises, and OEMs.
WeMo today announced an updated version of its award-winning WeMo App, which brings IFTTT support to the WeMo LED bulbs and WeMo-enabled LED lighting solutions from OSRAM SYLVANIA.
Justin Hutchings, Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, talks about developing apps and devices that print using Windows 10 mobile. Printing will work on Universal apps, not on Silverlight apps.
Visa Europe has announced the launch of Visa Europe Collab, its new international innovation hub. Working with a network of partners from across the digital and fintech ecosystem.
ams, a provider of high performance sensors and analog ICs, today introduced the TSL2584TSV, an ambient light sensor (ALS) in a through-silicon via (TSV) package which has a footprint of just 1.145 x 1.66 mm and a height of 0.32 mm.
A survey conducted by national charity AbilityNet to mark the fifth Tech4Good Awards shows that although most consumers can see the potential health benefits of wearable devices such as the Apple Watch, Fitbit or Jawbone they are unlikely to use them because of fears about who will access their data.
BlackBerry CEO John Chen & Chief Evangelist Mark Wilson are both to speak at MI Global next week. John Chen, Executive Chairman and CEO, BlackBerry will discuss Health Care in the Digital Age, from 10:45 am - 11:45 am
Google has announced its plan to run a mobile phone network in the US. The firm will rent voice and data capacity from two existing operators - Sprint and T-Mobile - and use existing wi-fi hotspots, rather than build new infrastructure from scratch.
We just told you how it was being reported that BlackBerry would be acquiring WatchDox and just like that, BlackBerry have confirmed the report with a press release.
According to reports coming out of Israel, BlackBerry is acquiring WatchDox, a startup that has developed cross-platform technology for digital rights management and for enterprises to share files securely.
Ericsson and Intel Security are working together to make managed security solutions available for telecom operators to bundle with the existing services they provide to enterprises.
Samsung today announced the introduction of the new GALAXY Tab A in Canada. Designed to meet the changing demands of the today's family, the GALAXY Tab A keeps everyone connected to what matters most to them.
ZTE has announced a breakthrough in 5G research, with the company’s new Multi-User Shared Access (MUSA) technology demonstrating the capability to more than triple overload capacity of wireless access networks.
Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled the Lumia 540 Dual SIM, designed for young, ambitious people looking for their first serious smartphone.
Partners HealthCare today announced a new partnership with Samsung to develop the next generation of personalized digital and mobile solutions for health and wellness.
LG today announced pricing and availability for the LG Music Flow family of Smart Hi-Fi speakers and sound bars, which are among the first devices to feature Google Cast.
To dramatically advance the quality and effectiveness of personal healthcare, IBM is establishing a Watson Health Cloud that will provide a secure and open platform for physicians, researchers, insurers and companies focused on health and wellness solutions.
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At the Hannover Messe event today, Miele & Cie. KG is announcing a proof-of-concept study based on Microsoft Azure Internet of Things (IoT) services that will help usher in the next generation of smart appliances and home cooking.
At Hannover Messe, Microsoft and KUKA are presenting a mutual application that shows KUKA's Intelligent Industrial Work Assistant (KUKA LBR iiwa), built with Microsoft Azure Internet of Things (IoT) services.
SynsorMed, a mobile telehealth solution, will announce its integration with wearable technology for patient monitoring at this year’s HIMSS Annual Conference.
Canadian carrier, Rogers Communications, has extended its popular ROAM LIKE HOMETM offer to over 35 countries in Europe.
EE today announced the launch of WiFi Calling, making calls and texts available in every WiFi-connected home and small office in the UK.
Google and Hutchison Whampoa, the owner of Three, are reportedly in discussions towards a deal that will allow Americans to use their phones abroad at no extra cost.
EE has announced the launch of EE Power – a free portable smartphone charger with unlimited swaps in store – available to all active customers on mobile and broadband plans in the coming weeks.
LG announced today that it has launched a QHD (Quad High Definition) LCD panel for smartphones that represents a quantum jump in terms of key features, including color gamut, brightness, contrast ratio, touch function, power consumption and thinness.
Sony Mobile is today launching its new global brand positioning ‘Everyday Extraordinary’ to its customers via an integrated campaign.
Back in March at Mobile World Congress (MWC), LG unveiled a new line of mid-range handsets ― Magna, Spirit, Leon and Joy. LG have today kicked off the global rollout of all four smartphones, starting in South America to be followed closely by Europe, Asia, Middle East Africa and North America.
Raketu has released the new RakEM for Android and iOS. RakEM is a mobile messaging app that delivers the highest privacy for instant messaging, file/image/location sharing, voice and video calling, and altogether eliminates "text regret."
Sony Creative Software is debuting its newest media production package, Catalyst Production Suite, which includes Catalyst Prepare and the brand new Catalyst Edit at the 2015 NAB Show.
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Ericsson has today announced new collaborations with universities King's College London and Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden).
Cellhire plc has announced a 4G/3G 10GB Germany data SIM offer of £39.99 for 30 days.
The Canadian government is basing its approach to officials’ private text messages on the honour system. A newly released document shows the department grappled with an unforeseen technological hurdle that could have scuttled the whole plan.
Will.i.am has partnered with fashion house Gucci to create a luxury smartband, which was announced exclusively in Vogue today and simultaneously show off at the Baselworld watch show.
TAG Heuer, Google and Intel have announced a partnership to launch a Swiss smartwatch powered by Intel technology and Android Wear.
SAP and GEA Collaborate to Help Companies Improve Operational Excellence with the Internet of Things
SAP today announced an Industry 4.0 implementation project with GEA to address condition monitoring and predictive maintenance.
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SAP today announced the opening of HanaHaus, a new cafe and community workspace that aims to foster a vibrant culture of technology innovation.
Microsoft is working on an advanced version of its digital assistant, Cortana, using research from an artificial intelligence project called "Einstein."
ABB Robotics will be holding an open week between the 11th and 16th May 2015 demonstrating the latest developments in robotic automation for welding and cutting manufacturing processes.
Watchmaker Swatch have announced a plan to put cheap programmable chips in watches that will let wearers make payments with a swipe of the wrist.
The University of Manchester has extended its partnership with Blackboard to support over 40,000 students and staff in achieving better outcomes and attaining educational success.
Withings has been crowned Overall Wearable Winner at the Wearables 2015 awards last night. Sponsored by IBM, The Wearables are the leading awards in the wearables market.
Google has opened its first Google Shop in London. Based at Currys PC World on London Tottenham Court Road, the shop will sell Google's latest range of Android phones, tablets, Chromebook laptops and Chromecast TV services.
InteraXon, the creators of Muse: the brain-sensing headband, has announced their UK launch. After success with leading North American retailers like Best Buy, and listening closely to customer feedback, they have decided to make it easier for you to "Choose Muse".
Microsoft sued Kyocera for patent infringement on Friday, alleging the Japanese company's Duraforce, Hydro and Brigadier cell phone lines violate seven Microsoft patents.
A Canadian man is facing up to a year in jail and a fine of up to 25,000 Canadian dollars for refusing to unlock his cell and thus “obstructing†an in-depth security screening by the border service officials at the Halifax airport.
The LG G3 smartphone from LG was named Best Smartphone of the Year by the GSMA at the Global Mobile Awards during Mobile World Congress 2015 for its quality, variety of useful features and ease of use.
The Wearable Technology Show – the world’s biggest dedicated wearables event – opens its doors in London next Tuesday. With 110 exhibitors and nearly 200 speakers.
PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is a data encryption and decryption technology that provides cryptographic privacy and authentication for data communications.
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