Sony Ericsson has revealed its stylish new additions to its Walkman phone portfolio - the W890i and W380i. These latest offerings are packed with features sure to set music lovers' pulses racing. 14 Nov 2007
Four Spar retailers have slashed the error rate between their shelf and till pricing from 7% to near 0% through an electronic shelf labelling (ESL) solution supplied by XON Systems. 13 Nov 2007
Donald L. Deubler has the guts of a high roller. In 2005, the former industrial parts salesman created a hot cell phone for kids. The award-winning device, which allowed only parent-programmed calls, soon generated US$20 million in annual sales for his Firefly Mobile. 12 Nov 2007
Speech-enabled IVR is top-of-mind for many companies. As call centers look for ways to reduce cost, speech applications have traditionally been one of the lower cost alternatives. Over the next 12 to 18 months, 30 percent of Best in Class companies plan to implement a speech self-service application. 12 Nov 2007
With more than 17,000 visitors through the doors over three days, rAge 2007, which took place at the end of September, proved to be an ideal platform for retailers looking for a weekend of exceptional sales, marketers looking to introduce new products to gamers, and tech junkies and product managers looking to build brand awareness. Even tertiary institutions jumped aboard, using rAge as a platform to reach the Gauteng youth. 9 Nov 2007
Dealers and resellers operating within the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) sector will soon have an opportunity to discover and study the latest in product and technology advancements, including mobile solutions and digital lifestyle devices – that is, if they visit the Sahara Technology Show on 14 November 2007 at Montecasino, Gauteng. 9 Nov 2007
The Sony Ericsson W960i Walkman phone, a combination of slim UMTS and Wi-Fi enabled phone with touch screen and high performance media player, will be available in selected markets across the globe from early 2008. 9 Nov 2007
What makes some security experts nervous about such acquisitions is the uncertainty about product development. 9 Nov 2007
This holiday season, what do you get for the technophile who already has everything? A handful of analysts ticked off some of the items on their Christmas lists, and it was no surprise that they included the most bleeding-edge, technologically advanced - and slightly off-the-wall - suggestions. 8 Nov 2007
South African-based company Evosat, which distributes Inmarsat's Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) service across Africa, has secured a major deal that will see satellite communication costs to provide simultaneous voice and broadband data, virtually halved on the continent. 8 Nov 2007
Synaq, a local provider of Linux and Open Source managed services, has been contracted to manage and maintain the Linux-based ICT network infrastructure and connectivity for The Pro Shop, a national supplier of golfing product and services. 7 Nov 2007
If the iPhone's popularity continues to spread with its imminent arrival in Europe and Asia, and if the first Gphone handsets win a large user base, developers may gravitate to those platforms just to save on costs. Compared with the computer market, where there are just three widely used operating systems, the handset industry is fragmented across roughly 40 different software platforms. 5 Nov 2007
Not all headsets are created equal, and making the right choice is critical because contact centres require headsets with superior comfort and sound innovation. It also pays to choose a headset from a manufacturer with a proven track record of reliability, service and support. 5 Nov 2007
Linux, the free operating system that's a perpetual underdog in the desktop market, is showing up in computers in Wal-Mart stores this week for the first time. 2 Nov 2007
Google will reportedly announce its highly anticipated wireless plans within the next two weeks. These "Google-powered" devices are expected to hit the market in the first half of next year. In addition to including its search engine, Google Maps, YouTube and Gmail in the mobile bundle, Google reportedly plans to use open software exclusively - including with the operating system. 1 Nov 2007
Skype will unchain itself from PC-to-PC VoIP calling with the launch of a new mobile handset in a deal with mobile network carrier 3. Allowing VoIP service on a handset is a big risk for any carrier, since letting users chat away using Internet connectivity rather than network minutes could pose a threat to the bottom line. Europe's wireless climate, however, could be the perfect place to experiment. 31 Oct 2007
A high-tech network installation, using SMC Network technology, has been installed at the internationally acclaimed Thesen Islands development in Knysna. 30 Oct 2007
Cat-a-tac Innovations has announced the next generation of marketing systems and software using Bluetooth® wireless technology. 26 Oct 2007
Sahara Computers, local suppliers of information, communication and digital lifestyle technology, has kicked off an intensive marketing campaign with the launch of a brand new range of notebook solutions - the Image Book. 25 Oct 2007
Sony Ericsson has announced the launch of it's latest hands-free headset solutions, the HBH-DS200 and HBH-DS980, which use Bluetooth technology to put your phone at the heart of your music world. 24 Oct 2007
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