Pint-sized gadgets: When smaller is better
[JR Raphael] It's not every day you hear scores of men arguing over whose is the smallest. But in the modern world of mobile computing, it's a conversation that's becoming increasingly common. 28 Nov 2008 10:57
At home with robots: the coming revolution
Normally, we think of robots as humanoid and self-aware, like Rosie or Data. Some day, they might be more like that, but robots are here in our homes today, cleaning our floors and even making our coffee. What does the future of human-robot relations hold? 27 Nov 2008 07:47
Apple's superlative sequel: The latest iPod touch
The differences between the iPod touch's first and second generations may be relatively subtle, but they're enough to earn the newer model a perfect score. The price of entry has been lowered, and the fact that it's open to third-party applications from Apple's App Store makes it much more than just a music player. 25 Nov 2008 13:37
New search site brings sales to customers online
SaleSearcher, the newly-launched online sales and specials listings site, gives South African retailers an innovative opportunity to capture additional customers during this time of economic belt-tightening. 24 Nov 2008 10:55
Software pirates bust in Durban
Two Durban-based computer outlets, Computer and Electronic Services in Smith Street and World Wide Web in the Bluff, have been raided by police for allegedly selling PCs pre-loaded with illegal software. 21 Nov 2008 08:25
Touchy feely BlackBerry Storm a worthy iPhone rival
The Storm, Research In Motion's touchscreen BlackBerry, is a compelling phone that rivals the iPhone in likability, writes Mike Wendland. However, it's still not enough to make him want to switch. The Storm's touchscreen requires the user to actually click down on a button rather than simply touch it. Wendland found that awkward after using an iPhone for so long, though others liked the additional tactile feedback. 21 Nov 2008 06:25
Now business can keep up with the latest in wireless technology
New European online portal keeps IT users abreast of developments in wireless technology. 20 Nov 2008 07:47
US cheese producer uses robotics to boost production
To keep pace with the growth of its Hispanic cheese product line, Wisconsin Cheese Group automates its pick-and-place pack-handling operations with a robotic system featuring camera-based vision. 20 Nov 2008 07:39
The new dawn of the 3-D film era
In a few years, every movie we watch could be made in 3-D, predicted Dreamworks chief Jeffrey Katzenberg. His studio, along with Disney and Fox, are betting on 3-D technology to give the film industry a boost. If Katzenberg has his way, 3-D glasses could be a new fashion accessory. 20 Nov 2008 07:28
Dell dispels music player rumours
[Gabriel Madway] Dell, struggling to recharge its lineup of consumer product offerings, indicated Monday that a digital music player is not in the computer maker's near-term plans despite speculation that such a product is in the works. 12 Nov 2008 11:48
Online ad targeting: From 'maximize' to 'optimize'
[Mike Troiano] When's the last time you heard an online retailer complain that their banner ads were too well targeted? How about an online publisher lamenting the torrent of accurate user data they were able to capture, or for that matter a user who just wanted more of the ads they were getting to be irrelevant to them? 10 Nov 2008 10:48
Keedo gets kitted online
Keedo, a Proudly South African children's clothing company, is taking its shopping experience online with the launch of their new website. 7 Nov 2008 12:33
New competition emerges in MNS market
[Rhonda Ascierto] Demand for managed network services (MNS) providers is growing quickly as enterprises of all sizes grapple with increasing network traffic and complexity. At the same time, enterprises are seeing their services budgets shrink. This has created an intensely competitive landscape among global MNS providers, and even the industry's bellwether providers face new and significant competitive threats. 6 Nov 2008 06:00
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