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Huawei foldable phone almost ready to launch

July 14, 2019

Huawei’s ground-breaking Mate X foldable phone is set to launch within the next few months despite a recent ban on the company’s products in the US. Tech Radar revealed they had recently sat down with Huawei executive Victor Pang, who noted the 5G phone would indeed hit the market this year, with September the latest likely date. Meanwhile, contrary to popular belief, it’s not US politics affecting its launch date but rather the rollout of 5G. So, what is the Huawei Mate X?

Why quality counts when it comes to tablet stands

Chances are you’ve spent a lot of time outfitting your retail environment, café or business, and there’s an equal likelihood you have invested in quality technology like mobile tablets to support…

July 12, 2019

Microsoft rumored to be releasing foldable Surface

Microsoft could be among the next major tech co’s to release a foldable tablet, with rumors mounting they will launch a folding Surface device in 2020. The tip comes courtesy of research firm IHS Ma…

July 11, 2019

Who rules the tablet world?

In the world of tablets, the past few years have seen some major innovations and exciting reinventions of this handy little mobile device. From high-end options like the Microsoft Surface Pro to affor…

July 08, 2019

Google halts tablet production

Google has confirmed it will not be releasing further tablets, with the company instead recently announcing its hardware efforts will focus on laptops using the Chrome operating system. The news came …

July 02, 2019

Mobile tablets a welcome tool for retail associates

From information kiosks to magic mirrors and self-serve checkouts, mobile tablets are driving much of the push for an improved customer experience in retail and beyond. But a recent survey has also fo…

June 28, 2019

Surface Sales Jump

Microsoft has just released its financial results for the third quarter of 2019, illustrating just how popular its Surface lineup is. Comprising the Surface Go, Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, Surface B…

June 27, 2019

Three of Australia’s big four banks now offer Apple Pay

The National Australia Bank has become the third of Australia’s big four banks to enable Apple Pay after a long and protracted standoff with the tech giant. On May 17, the NAB announced it would joi…

June 26, 2019

What should I consider when buying a tablet stand?

Whether you’re looking to use mobile tablets as a customer service aide, a point of sale or as a digital signage tool, the enclosure and stand you employ to secure and showcase your device should be…

June 24, 2019

Apple introduces iPad OS – A new operating system just for iPads

iPads now have their own dedicated operating system, with Apple unveiling the new software at the recent Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) in San Jose. Tipped to make iPads a true laptop alternati…

June 21, 2019

What Apple revealed at WWDC 2019

Apple has shed a light on its latest innovations and the plans it has for the future at its highly anticipated Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC). Held from June 3 to June 7, WWDC 2019 delivered al…

June 20, 2019

Better cameras expected in iPhone 11

Rumors are mounting over this year’s release of Apple’s new iPhone 11, with the next generation expected to be unveiled in September. This year’s edition is tipped to feature improved cameras, U…

June 14, 2019

Five things 5G will offer retail

As 5G begins to roll out across the US, this new, faster, more efficient mobile internet is set to deliver fresh opportunities to retailers. From more reliable mobile Point of Sale to increased adopti…

June 11, 2019

The value of an instore survey

Most businesses appreciate keeping a customer is a lot more cost-effective than luring a new one, which is why it’s vital businesses understand how happy clientele are with the experience you offer.…

June 06, 2019

US embraces contactless payment revolution

The US is in the grip of a payment revolution, with contactless card technology now rolling out in earnest. The shift will see one of the world’s biggest economies finally fall in step with technolo…

June 05, 2019

What will Apple deliver at WWDC?

Apple is less than a month out from its annual developer conference, with the tech world whipping itself into a frenzy to see what exactly will be revealed. Although the Worldwide Developer Conference…

May 27, 2019

Google’s new budget smartphone labelled impressive

As expected, Google has released a budget option to the Pixel 3, and if initial reviews are anything to go by, it’s more impressive than many anticipated. Known as the Google Pixel 3a, for all inten…

May 27, 2019

Google Assistant is set to get smarter…and more at Google I/O

You could be forgiven for thinking Google’s big I/O 2019 was all about the launch of the Pixel 3a smart phone, but that’s not necessarily the case. The tech giant used the opportunity to reveal a …

May 20, 2019

Six ways iPads and mobile tablets are used in airports

From customer check-in to the airplane cockpit, iPads and mobile tablets have been employed in airports since they first became mainstream in about 2010. Their rollout has helped slash time spent in t…

May 19, 2019

Which iPad is right for my business?

When it comes to the world of mobile tablets, one tech company consistently reigns supreme – Apple with its perennially popular iPad. Since it was first launched in 2010, the iPad has consistently d…

May 06, 2019

Six unexpected places you find iPads and mobile tablets in business

Almost 10 years after iPads first hit the market and mobile tablets began making their way into homes, educational facilities and business, chances are you’ve encountered them at work. Portable, acc…

May 03, 2019

Why have a digital product guide?

Remember the days when you trawled through the weekly shopping catalogues looking to find the best deals? Now, that experience is increasingly happening online. But savvy retailers are also finding in…

May 02, 2019

Android Q and new smartphones on the agenda at Google I/O?

The countdown is now on until Google’s big event of the year – Google I/O, and experts are tipping the tech giant will reveal some major new software including a preview of the next Android operat…

May 02, 2019

iPads tipped to embrace 5G in 2021

Apple is primed to release 5G iPhones next year, but tablet fans may still have to wait at least two years before the latest generation of mobile internet capability comes to the ever-popular iPads. T…

May 01, 2019

iOS13 rumors and expectations

As Apple inches ever-closer to the planned unveiling of iOS 13 in June, more and more rumors are circulating as to what the software upgrade will feature. From Dark Mode to new gestures and an improve…

April 30, 2019

Six ways iPads and mobile tablets are used in hospitals

From patient registration to the doctor’s daily rounds, iPads and mobile tablets are steadily making their presence felt in hospitals and throughout the healthcare realm. This uptake of the latest t…

April 25, 2019

A mystery Google device in the works?

Despite rumors that Google will downgrade its focus on hardware, the company has all but confirmed it intends to release further laptops and tablets with a possible mystery Pixel device in the works. …

April 24, 2019

Rumors about Surface Pro 7

If tradition is anything to go by the next Microsoft Surface Pro isn’t due for release until October this year at the earliest. But that hasn’t stopped a wealth of new rumors making the rounds abo…

April 17, 2019

Six ways iPads and mobile tablets are used in retail

Mobile devices like iPads and tablets are becoming a common fixture in retail as the industry seeks to explore a new world of technology and consumer interaction. From the Point of Sale to the shop fl…

April 16, 2019

10 things to consider with tablet-based POS

Looking to cast off that legacy-based point of Sale system and embrace the more streamlined look and cloud-based convenience of tablet-based Point of Sale? Here’s 10 things to consider as you naviga…

April 11, 2019

A foldable phone amongst Googles new lineup?

Google could be the next major company to launch a foldable phone, and if rumors are correct it could be a very different proposition to what’s currently available courtesy of Samsung and Huawei. Me…

March 27, 2019

Twice the data with USB4

A new era of USB is dawning and it’s set to offer double the data transfer and a whole lot more versatility. Known as USB4, the new protocol will be soon be readily available in cables and devices, …

March 21, 2019

New iPad Mini and Air unveiled

A week before its special event in California, Apple has officially and quietly unveiled two iPad upgrades, with the Mini and Air models both now featuring higher specs, Apple Pencil support and a lot…

March 20, 2019

New Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 launched in Germany

Amidst a whole lot of fanfare over foldable phones and the new Galaxy Tab S5e, Samsung has also quietly released an upgrade to its Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Android tablet, unveiling the device in Germany wit…

March 17, 2019

Millions set to update their Point of Sale this year

Millions of retailers and hospitality providers are expected to upgrade their Point of Sale this year as they look to better cater to the mobile consumer, and legacy systems running Windows 7 reach th…

March 14, 2019

Welcome to Wi-Fi 6 – Wireless networking is about to get faster

Wireless networking is set for an upgrade, with Wi-Fi 6 set to start rolling out this year and the result will be greater download speeds and the capability of connecting more devices. So, what exactl…

March 14, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e revealed

As Samsung geared up for their major unveiling event of the year, they quietly slipped new tablet onto the market. Known as the Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e, it’s a slim and compact Android tablet that sl…

March 12, 2019

The Samsung Galaxy Fold

Six years after the concept was first unveiled at CES 2013, Samsung has revealed its foldable smart phone, heralding in a new era of device innovation. The Samsung Galaxy Fold was officially launched …

March 07, 2019

So much Unpacked at Samsung’s big smart phone reveal

Samsung has taken to the stage at Unpacked 2019 to unveil its version of the smart phone future, releasing everything from a much-touted foldable phone to new S10 models that accommodate 5G. And phone…

March 06, 2019

Using an iPad for mobile Point of Sale

Intuitive to use, affordable to purchase and easy on the eye, the iPad is an ideal tablet for retailers, restaurants and cafes looking to embrace the growing trend of mobile Point of Sale. Not only ar…

March 03, 2019

Three new iPads for 2019

Renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has released his predictions for Apple innovations over the year ahead, noting the company will likely release 11 product upgrades, including three iPads. Kuo’s f…

February 28, 2019

Samsung Galaxy S10 launched

Amidst all the fanfare one would expect of a 10th anniversary edition, Samsung has revealed its Galaxy S10 smart phone range, and it’s everything everyone predicted and so much more. Unveiled at the…

February 26, 2019

What’s the best tablet for my tablet kiosk stand?

In the wide world of tablets, there’s a wealth of choice, a large variation in price and a big difference in the features available within each operating system. So which type of tablet and operatin…

February 24, 2019

Samsung to release Galaxy View 2

Back in 2015, Samsung released its biggest ever tablet in the form of the Galaxy View. Measuring a whopping 18.4-inches, it was in many ways akin to a portable TV, running Android 5.1 and featuring vi…

February 21, 2019

mPOS adoption continues its rapid rise

In retail, hospitality and enterprise, the adoption of Mobile Point of Sale technology is continuing its rapid rise, with a recent study by Juniper Research indicating one in four transactions at the …

February 19, 2019

HoloLens 2, soon to be released?

Rumors are mounting Microsoft may release a reinvented HoloLens as soon as next month, with a teaser video from the device’s creator pointing to the possibility HoloLens 2 could be unveiled at the u…

February 17, 2019

Fusion stands now available for iPad Pro 12.9 3rd Gen

Apple’s 2018 iPad Pro is proving hugely popular with business and enterprise, with almost every configuration reportedly selling out on the first day of pre-orders. And, although quarterly figures a…

February 14, 2019

Microsoft continues its business push with the Surface Go

Microsoft is continuing its push to dominate the professional and education markets, with the compact Surface Go now available with LTE. Launched mid last year, the Surface Go is one of the tech giant…

February 13, 2019

Google Home versus Amazon Echo

In the savvy world of smart speakers, two major players rule the roost – Amazon with their Echo range and Google with the Home series. But what are the benefits and drawbacks of each, and how do you…

February 07, 2019

What is the Yoga A940?

Microsoft Surface Studio is tipped to have some competition on its hands with the recent release of a Lenovo that takes many of its design cues from Microsoft’s flagship model. Known as the Lenovo Y…

February 06, 2019

How can you use an iPad stand in your business?

Since its launch almost a decade ago, the iPad has attained a stellar reputation as the mobile device of choice for playing, working and accessing information on the go. But often there’s one essent…

January 29, 2019

What is the Xiaomi Mi Pad 4?

About mid last year Chinese tech company Xiaomi announced plans to widen its market in the US, bringing with it a range of affordable smartphones and tablets including an 8-inch iPad alternative known…

January 23, 2019

Will there be a new iPad Mini in 2019?

For over three years the smallest member of the iPad line-up has not received an update, but according to new rumors, that could soon be set to change. Since late last year speculation has been increa…

January 21, 2019

What is Google Fi?

Almost four years ago, Google announced it was entering cellular communications with a project it hoped would revolutionize the way US customers accessed, used and were charged for voice and data comm…

January 20, 2019

How schools are using iPads to teach students

It’s safe to say Apple has never been shy about its intention to ensure the iPad is the device of choice when it comes to education. But after years languishing behind Google in the education stakes…

January 14, 2019

Surface Go stand now available

If financial records are anything to go by, Microsoft is gaining ground in the tablet race, with its recently released Surface Go taking on the Apple iPad and driving a bumper period of sales. And in…

January 10, 2019

What is the Google Pixel Slate?

Mid last year there was a wealth of speculation Google was set to abandon its push for a share of the tablet market. Less than six months later these predictions were proved wrong, with Google unveili…

January 08, 2019

More beneath the Surface of Studio 2

Two years after Microsoft first released its own all-in-one desktop computer, the tech giant has revealed an update to the Surface Studio. And while it may look and feel much the same as its predecess…

January 07, 2019

The battle of the Smart Speakers

It’s little secret the smart speakers are big business, with forecasts indicating adoption has doubled from 50 million to 100 million installed units over the past 12 months. More importantly, the m…

January 03, 2019

5 Handy iPad Stands

If you’ve ever walked into the Apple store, anywhere in the world, you’ll notice one very remarkable thing: It’s always packed. Part of the appeal, of course, are the products: Appl…

December 30, 2018

What is Amazon Go?

Looking back on the retail landscape in 2018, two little words have consistently hit the headlines: Amazon Go. Learn all about it here.

December 19, 2018

All about Android 9 Pie

In August this year, Google began rolling out the latest tweak to its Android operating system in the form of Android 9 Pie.

December 17, 2018

5G and a new mobile era

A new age of mobile internet is dawning, with 5G smart phones set to hit the market as the network infrastructure rolls out in countries like the US, UK, Australia, China and South Korea.

December 12, 2018

Why is USB-C so good?

When Apple announced the latest iPad Pro housed a USB-C port rather than accommodating the traditional lightning charger, there was a quiet but collective sigh of relief from the tech world. Finally (…

December 10, 2018

Your guide to Quickbooks point of sale

When it comes to merging point of sale transactions with your everyday accounting, it’s difficult to imagine an app that can do the job well. With the Quickbooks point of sale app, such smooth s…

December 03, 2018

Stripe to take in-person payments with Terminal

After eight years building a huge following as an online payments processing company to be reckoned with, Stripe is set to enter the real world, offering merchants a new option when it comes to in-per…

November 27, 2018

Best tablets to buy under $200

When you need to buy a tablet for under $200, you don’t have to settle for anything less than excellent. Thanks to the rapidly developing technology market, companies release new tablets on an almos…

November 26, 2018

The all-new iPad Pros

Few things whip the tech world into a frenzy quite so much as the prospect of new Apple offerings and this year proved no exception with the launch of the third generation iPad Pro. Unveiled on Octobe…

November 21, 2018

What is the Shopify Point of Sale App?

How much easier would your day-to-day business operations become if you could accept credit and debit cards anywhere? Using the Shopify point of sale (POS) app, this dream has become a reality for bus…

November 18, 2018

What is the Square Point of Sale App?

Square’s point-of-sale app has quickly become one of the industry’s leading options for merchants in the retail environment. It’s remarkably easy to use, has a powerful set of features and prese…

November 08, 2018

22 of the Best Small Business Apps

The world is mobile — we can take a call and answer an email from almost anywhere in the world. But what about the work you do every day that needs a bigger screen than the one on your smartphone? H…

October 28, 2018

Samsung’s foldable phone now imminent

After years of speculation, the much-anticipated foldable Samsung Galaxy X smart phone could be revealed as soon as this November, and if it’s what many believe it will be, the X is set to be a game…

October 25, 2018

Ready, set, Microsoft Surface Go

Microsoft has added a new addition to its Surface tablet range in the form of a Surface Go. Smaller and lighter than its popular Pro counterpart, it’s set to offer all the best features of the Micro…

October 17, 2018

What is Mailchimp?

Since it was established in 2001, MailChimp has carved out a highly successful niche in the ever-evolving world of email marketing. Now ranked as the leading email marketing provider, the MailChimp ap…

October 12, 2018

What’s going on with the iPad?

If predictions are anything to go by, Apple is only weeks away from the launch of the iPad Pro 2018 and it’s tipped to be a major rethink of their previous design, embracing many of the attributes o…

October 04, 2018

5 Under $50: Cool Amazon iPad Accessories You Need

This “Amazon’s Choice” tablet case not protects your iPad with a heavy-duty yet lightweight material, it also turns your tablet into an easy to carry laptop. Compatible with later model iPad .7s…

September 24, 2018

The Tablet Revolution

In the modern day of tweets, texts, and swiping right, people are becoming increasingly more dependent on the convenience and accessibility of hand held electronics. We like to hold our devices and to…

July 12, 2018

Technology key to the restaurant experience

Amidst the steady hum of the coffee machine and the swift pace of orders being punched into an iPad, children sit at a makeshift benchtop accessing the latest apps, and mastering the art of Fruit Ninj…

June 05, 2018

Top tips for selecting the right business tablet

Tablet sales may have steadied over recent years, but according to industry experts corporate tablet use defies the slowing trend. From 2017 until 2021, Technavio tips the “enterprise tablet” mark…

May 05, 2018

Shoppers still prefer to buy in-store

Australian research has found the allure of bricks and mortar retail will continue in coming years with consumers still keen to enjoy the personalised service, social interaction and product experienc…

April 05, 2018

Predictions for the iPad Pro 2018

Apple may be rejoicing in the resounding success that is the iPhone X but there’s little time to celebrate, with all eyes on their next forecast big release, the iPad Pro 2018. iPhone X went on sale…

February 19, 2018