BBM finally coming to iOS and Android devices, new Q5 device aimed at kids
The first day of BlackBerry's annual jolly to Orlando has produced some actual news: BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) is coming to iOS and Android devices later this year and a new youth oriented QWERTY keyboard handset was unveiled.
Wed 15/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Retail Q&A: Will premium TVs really generate sales this year?
While the major brands market their latest and greatest flat panel TVs, Current.com.au sat down with two retailers to get inside knowledge on the category from the retail front line. So, are the new bigger screens all they're cracked up to be?
Mon 08/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung Galaxy S 4: Feature wrap-up, availability and first impressions
Hours after the global unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S 4 in New York, Australian telcos are already hoping to snag pre-orders for the device. But what does the new smartphone really offer retailers and consumers?
Fri 15/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »It's the same price as an iPhone 5, but much more mobile!
Sure the iPhone 5 might seem appealing, but what if I'm a lifeguard or scout leader and I want to spend $799 on a phone that I can really take anywhere? UnderCurrent has just the thing for you...
Fri 21/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple iPhone 5: First at being Second
UnderCurrent is a touch concerned that all these amazing, brilliant, wonderful, revolutionary and resolutionary features on the iPhone 5 may not be that incredible after all...
Thu 13/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »iPhone 5 to start at $799, claims UnderCurrent (with help from Sportsbet)
Although UnderCurrent is upset not to be iNvited to the official launch event of the next iPhone, presumably called the iPhone 5, it is happy to report, perhaps exclusively, how much it will cost.
Wed 05/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG launches OLED TV that's thinner than an iPhone
Slimmer than an iPhone and bigger than any other OLED TV in the world, LG today unveiled a thin new addition to its flat panel lineup at the IFA trade show in Berlin.
Fri 31/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi banking on OLED, 4G, iPhones and Nintendo for continued growth
JB Hi-Fi has today revealed where it sees new growth opportunities in the months leading up to Christmas. TVs, tablets, gaming consoles and cameras are at the fore in JB's planning.
Mon 13/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »iPhone 5 will be released in August, with Optus first to market, claims bookie
Anticipation for the next Apple iPhone is so great among fanboys that corporate bookmakers are now offering the hipster elites the chance to win the money to pay for their next must have iDevice.
Tue 17/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung reinforcing investment in retail channel for the Galaxy S III
It was a lavish affair at the Galaxy SIII smartphone launch today, with Samsung keen to show off all the features on its new "hero" device. Current.com.au spoke to the team about the phone, and how it will perform on the retail floor.
Thu 31/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »RIM wakes us up by screaming mixed metaphors about corks and breakfast
BlackBerry maker Research In Motion has completed the big reveal promised in its Wake Up campaign. The vendor today has an advertising wrap in News Limited tabloids which screams at readers "PUT DOWN YOUR TOYS".
Mon 07/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Panasonic unveils new audio systems and a home theatre soundbar
In addition to unveiling 23 new TVs yesterday, Panasonic Australia also launched its 2012 stereo, home theatre and micro system ranges.
Thu 12/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »One Direction - too cool for an iPhone? Certainly too cool for Nokia
Australia is in the grips of 1D fever. The band have previously promoted Nokia handsets, though that experience did not seem to enamour the boys to that particular brand...
Thu 12/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi prepares to release JB Now app for iPhone and Android
JB NOW, the music streaming product announced last year by JB Hi-Fi, is moving out of beta, with the company releasing this video promoting and demonstrating the new app.
Fri 30/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple's first dividend in 17 years, great products in pipeline, 3m iPads sold
UPDATED: Apple has overnight announced it will begin repaying dividends and initiate a share repurchase program. Plus, new products coming, US tax laws affecting business and our prediction of more Apple Retail Stores.
Tue 20/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »On the eve of iPad: Anatomy of an Apple fanboy
Apple will be launching an iPad of some description tomorrow morning. As we eagerly await the announcement, we take a look at the anatomy of those that queue up for days just to be the first to touch Apple products. The so-called fanboys.
Wed 07/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso's iPhone app takes iPod coffee to the next level
Apps for the iPhone and Android platform are taking the Nespresso experience to the next iLevel. Good timing considering the company has two new machines for Mother's Day.
Tue 06/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Rdio music streaming launches with expensive price tag, false claims
American music streaming company Rdio has today launched in Australia, with music fans able to stream unlimited tracks from the major record labels on their computer, smartphone or tablet device.
Thu 19/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Digital set top boxes alongside pyramid schemes on new Scam Buster app
Digital set top box scams feature prominently on the new Scam Buster app released by the New South Wales Department of Fair Trading, available free for the iPhone and for Android devices.
Mon 21/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »New Motorola RAZR lives up to the hype of its famous name
Motorola is looking for nostalgic cut through with the relaunch of its famous RAZR mobile phone sub-brand. It has reason to be optimistic.
Fri 28/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple's $26 billion profit rivals Latvia's GDP
Apple released its fourth quarter results today, with the company announcing a $2 billion increase in net profit and a 166% increase in iPad sales compared to the same quarter last year.
Wed 19/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Optus exclusively launching Motorola Razr next week
Motorola Mobility will be launching a new Razr handset in Australia on 27 October 2011. This slate smartphone will be released exclusively with Optus.
Wed 19/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra, Vodafone & Optus announce iPhone 4S pricing
Just one day after pre-orders for the iPhone 4S passed the 1 million mark, Telstra has announced its pricing plans for the new phone, following announcements from Vodafone and Optus over the weekend.
Wed 12/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Time to go places: Optus launches discount voucher app for restaurant lovers
Foodies rejoice - Optus has announced the launch of a dedicated app that allows users to receive 20% off the bill at thousands of restaurants.
Thu 06/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Nervous Cook underwhelms without iPhone 5 but impresses with 4S
After a week of feverish anticipation, Apple CEO Tim Cook today unveiled not the iPhone 5 but the iPhone 4S. The new handset is quite good, but criticism abounds as people feel let down by the lack of an altogether new handset.
Wed 05/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Which way to glory? GPS navigation for Rugby World Cup fans
Rugby fans rejoice - Australian mapping company MetroView Systems (provider of maps to the Navig8r brand of GPS devices) has launched a Rugby World Cup-specific navigation app for New Zealand cities.
Fri 23/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Yamaha app brings media control to the people...and the Androids
Yamaha has announced the release of its AV Controller App to the Android Market. The app - which was previously only available on Apple devices - allows users to control various media sources from the palm of their hand.
Fri 23/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »New Apple Hornsby Store opening this weekend
As first reported on Current.com.au, Apple will open its new Hornsby store this Saturday at 10am. To encourage consumers to stop by, the American supplier of Macs, iPhones and iPads is giving away commemorative t-shirts.
Tue 20/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »TomTom announces optimised iPad navigation app
TomTom has announced that its record-breaking navigation iPhone app will soon be available for the iPad in an optimised format.
Mon 05/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Should personal iPads and smartphones be accessing work emails?
AVG has today warned business against employees using their own mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, to access company enterprise systems, labelling this phenomenon a security threat.
Tue 19/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Direct to TV: McTiVia offers smarter Smart TV with wireless device
Inspire Technology has today launched the McTiVia - a device that streams content from a PC, Mac, tablet or smartphone directly to the TV.
Wed 15/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Lofty ambitions as Apple launches iCloud and new operating systems
Apple has announced its latest product innovations at the company's Developers Conference overnight, including new operation systems for the Mac, iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, as well as a cloud computing system called iCloud.
Tue 07/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple sells over 18.5 million iPhones and 4.5 million iPads in second quarter
Apple has announced a record second quarter, boasting revenue of $24.67 billion, but has forecasted a decline for the third fiscal quarter.
Wed 27/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Griffin appoints new country manager with plenty of sales experience
Peter Ferrigno has been appointed the new country manager of Griffin Technology. This applies to both the Australian and New Zealand markets.
Wed 20/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Panasonic Air Con iPhone app a surprise hit with consumers
Over 5,000 different consumers have downloaded Panasonic's unique Air Conditioner iPhone app, using this program to help them select the best air conditioner for their needs more than 25,000 times.
Fri 25/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Does the world really need another iPod dock? Apparently we do
Canohm, the Melbourne based distributors best known for its TV and AV mounting systems, is now distributing the Conran brand of iDocks, with the first two products unveiled yesterday.
Thu 10/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Optus the only major telco to honour 24 month warranty for iPhone
Under duress from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), Optus has become the only telco in Australia to provide 24 month warranties for the iPhone.
Thu 13/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Optus comes to the party with iPhone warranties
Following an investigation by the ACCC, Optus has joined Vodafone and Telstra in providing consumers with a 24 month express repair warranty on mobile handsets, including the iPhone.
Mon 10/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Death factory leaks: iPad 2 to be released in April 2011?
The manufacturer of Apple's iPad and iPhone products has leaked information about when the iPad 2 will be released. Foxconn, a Taiwanese company, has received bad press through 2010 for the number of employee fatalities.
Wed 08/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »WD launches its flagship media centre: 1TB TV Live Hub
Western Digital yesterday launched its flagship media centre product for the Christmas rush and into 2011. The new WD TV Live Hub is a 1TB unit that claims to have the broadest range of personal content.
Thu 25/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Gaming, gadgets and remote controls unite in new iHelicopter
What's that there flying in the sky? Is it a game? Is it a plane? No, it's a super chopper controlled by Wi-Fi from a phone. And not just any chopper, it's a quadricopter.
Wed 24/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Nokia to reveal new "aggressive" smartphone strategy
Nokia is set to unveil its "aggressive" new strategy to take on the surging popularity of the iPhone, Android-based mobile phones and Samsung's nascent Bada operating system.
Mon 18/10/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Populism meets fanaticism as MasterChef promotes the iPhone 4
Two populist phenomena are set to collide tomorrow night when MasterChef 2 contestants front up at the Telstra store on George Street to promote the iPhone 4.
Wed 28/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Pure sounds from Pioneer iPod docks
Pioneer will release two new iPod/iPhone audio solutions in July, with a range of features including Bluetooth audio streaming, internet radio and HDMI 1080p upscaling. Digital Radio partner Pure also previewed an update for one of its popular DAB models.
Fri 02/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Pioneer leading the way in AV receivers
Pioneer will release four new AV receivers in July offering a solution for any consumer. Starting at just $499, the range offers features like HDMI 1.4 for 3D, Bluetooth audio streaming and automatic calibration.
Wed 30/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »TomTom unveils latest iPhone app
TomTom has just announced the availability of the latest upgrade to its GPS app for the iPhone. Compatible with iOS 4, the new upgrade offers multi-tasking functionality, updated Whereis maps and route sharing.
Fri 25/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »New Apple store to open on Saturday
It has been announced that a new Apple store will open in Australia on Saturday 26 June.
Tue 22/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »LG takes on the iPhone 4 with new Android handset
Even though the new iPhone 4 will be getting all the headlines today, LG Australia has boldly attempted to take on the competition with the launch of its first Android smartphone, the GW620.
Tue 08/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple has a bite taken out of it
It's been a tough couple of days for Apple, with the electronics giant being sued for patent infringement while apparent photos of its new 4G iPhone have appeared on a Vietnamese website.
Thu 13/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Charging your electronic devices has never been easier!
OLIN is proud to present the Apple iPhone wireless charger. This feature packed, wireless charger means you will no longer have to hunt for the right charger, you don't have the tangle of wires, or the worry of a power surge damaging your device. Simply
Fri 26/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Touchscreen mobiles to grow 97 per cent in 2010
According to research firm Gartner, touchscreen mobile devices will surpass 362.7 million units in 2010, a 96.8 per cent increase from 2009.
Mon 08/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »HTC not threatened by Apple lawsuit
HTC has issued an official statement in response to the recent lawsuit filed against it by Apple. The company is adamant that it has not infringed any of the iPhone's patents.
Thu 04/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »HTC sued for iPhone patent infringement
Apple has filed a lawsuit against mobile phone manufacturer HTC due to alleged iPhone patent infringements.
Thu 04/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Uniden to release iPhone and Blackberry wireless charging pad
Wireless device specialist Uniden is releasing a unique charging pad that is compatible with iPhones, Blackberrys, MP3 players and most other mobile phone and handheld units.
Wed 10/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Digislide expands retail presence with Next Byte
Digislide, a South Australian based company that specialises in miniature projection technology and audio solutions has just announced that it has partnered with the retail chain Next Byte.
Wed 10/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Woman attempts to steal 1,000 iPhones from employer
A woman has attempted to defraud her employer, a major phone company, of 1,000 Apple iPhones. She has also been charged after fraudulently obtaining 182 mobile handsets, including models from Apple, Blackberry and Nokia.
Tue 02/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »The wait is over. Apple unveils iPad
Undoubtedly one of the most anticipated Apple products ever has finally been unveiled. Apple's iPad looks a lot like an oversized iPhone, but it is actually a touchscreen tablet computer that can be used for a huge variety of applications.
Thu 28/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Quickflix to launch iPhone app; subscriber base grows
Australia's leading online DVD and movie subscription company, Quickflix, has once again boosted its subscriber base as consumers turn their back on traditional video stores. The company also hinted at the future release of an iPhone app.
Wed 20/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »iPhone wins smartphone touchscreen battle
A recent smartphone performance test has highlighted that the Apple iPhone has the best touchscreen on the market when compared to the Google Nexus One, Motorola Droid and HTC Droid Eris.
Mon 11/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Olin launches new wireless Nintendo DS charger
Olin has just introduced a new charging technology to the Australian market. The first product in the range will be for the Nintendo DS and uses the power of electromagnets to charge your device wirelessly.
Mon 04/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Take that Apple! Blackberry launches App store
Research In Motion has just announced the availability of Blackberry App World for customers across Australia and New Zealand. The new service gives Blackberry smartphone users the ability to download a diverse range of free applications.
Mon 14/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Short circuiting Belkin products recalled
Belkin has issued a recall alert on certain products in its TuneBase range, which allow you to listen to music while charging your iPhone and iPod in the car. The recall is due to a risk of short circuit and fire.
Mon 14/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Shocking Logitech power adapter recalled
Logitech Australia Computer Peripherals has issued a product recall for a power adaptor on one of its iPod and iPhone alarm clocks due to a risk of electric shock. Big W, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman and The Good Guys have all sold this product.
Thu 10/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Smartphone usage on the rise as prices fall
A leading US market research company has found that companies like Blackberry and Apple have helped boost the sales of smartphones in the marketplace, but despite this move to more technologically advanced handsets, the average price of phones are falling
Thu 26/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »New Canon app prints photos wirelessly from your iPhone
Canon Australia has just announced that from tomorrow the company will have a free app on the Apple App store that will wirelessly print your photos directly from your iPhone to a PIXMA printer.
Wed 18/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »iPhone cover that doubles your battery life
NetOpt, an Australian company based in Brisbane that specialises in niche consumer electronics products, has just released an iPhone cover that not only protects your handset but doubles the battery life.
Tue 22/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »TomTom navigation app for iPhone
TomTom has just announced that its new iPhone navigation application is now available to purchase on the Apple iTunes App Store. The company also hinted at a new iPhone mounting device slated for release later in the year.
Mon 17/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Catch of the Day goes to top of iPhone app download charts
Catch Of The Day, a stock clearance website for suppliers, has used the resources of Apple to its advantage by creating its own iPhone app that instantly alerts iPhone users to its daily special.
Fri 14/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple smashes expectations, iPhone sees 626% jump in units
Apple has just announced its financial results for the fiscal 2009 third quarter and has recorded its best non-holiday quarter revenue and earnings result in the company's history.
Wed 22/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »LG takes on Apple with new app store
In a bid to embrace the ever growing popularity of the mobile application market and try and quell some of Apple's dominance, LG Electronics has just announced the launch of its very own application store in Australia.
Tue 21/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »1.5 billion downloads for Apple Apps
Apple has just announced that its App Store has reached a new milestone, recording 1.5 billion application downloads in its first year.
Wed 15/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Free calls on your iPhone; Android and Blackberry to come
Freshtel Holdings Limited, an Australian telephone technology company that develops and markets VoIP technology, has just announced that it will be selling its mobile VoIP application through iTunes for Apple iPhone users.
Wed 08/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Vodafone delivers strong growth on the back of iPhone and Blackberry
Strong sales of smartphones, such as iPhone and Blackberry, as well as increased revenue and customer numbers, have helped Vodafone Australia finish the 08/09 financial year on a high.
Wed 20/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Has the Apple iPhone finally fallen from the tree?
According to the latest research report from The NPD Group, Research In Motion's Blackberry Curve proved to be the highest selling consumer smartphone in the US in the first quarter of 2009, finally halting the Apple iPhone's dominance.
Tue 05/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple leads smartphone market, while LG is a traditional favourite
According to a recent research report Apple is ranked number one in terms of consumer satisfaction among smartphone manufacturers and LG Electronics leads the pack when it comes to traditional handsets.
Fri 01/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »iPhone grows 123 per cent as Apple reports best March quarter in history
Apple has just announced its financial results for its fiscal 2009 second quarter ending 28 March 2009, the company demonstrated a dramatic increase in revenue and profit and the iPhone in particular saw incredible growth.
Thu 23/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Skype offers cheap calls for iPhone users
Skype has finally announced that its highly anticipated 'Skype for iPhone' application will now be available on iTunes for iPhone and 2nd Generation iPod Touch users, to make communicating even easier
Wed 01/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple's new talking iPod
Apple has announced the release for its new iPod Shufle, the third generation of the unit is now the smallest music player on the market at nearly half of the size of the previous model, and it is also the first music player to talk to you.
Fri 13/03/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »LG Touches on a Secret
LG has dramatically expanded their Touch Series of mobile phones. Additionally, the Korean brand has announced that there will soon be four new models in this range, including the much-hyped Secret.
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