Samsung stories - Page 19
Smartphone and OS market – good for some, not so good for others
Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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ios
The data revealed Apple and Samsung continue to spearhead smartphone sales, each holding five models on the top 10 best-selling list.
Tablet market continues downward spiral in second quarter of 2017
Sat, 5th Aug 2017
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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apple
Despite the turmoil within the market, 3 of the top 5 vendors actually managed to increase their shares of the market and grow on an annual basis.
Slight decline in smartphone market for Q2 2017 to be short-lived
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
New research from IDC has revealed the smartphone market declined slightly in the second quarter of 2017 – but this is expected to soon change.
Is that a painting or a television? Samsung launches The Frame TV in New Zealand
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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digital entertainment
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tv
Samsung's The Frame TV lands in NZ, blurring the line between art and technology with its innovative display and design-focused features.
Galaxy Note 7 issues fail to dampen bumper Samsung Electronics NZ profit
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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financial results
Samsung Electronics New Zealand has reported a bumper profit increase on the back of solid revenue growth – despite the Note 7 issues.
Siri versus Bixby: Can Samsung’s artificial intelligence compete?
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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smartphones
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ai
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personal computing devices
Samsung rolls out Bixby, a bold rival to Siri, poised to redefine smartphone AI prowess on Galaxy devices. Will it charm users?.
Exclusive: OtterBox ultimate destruction test!
Sun, 2nd Jul 2017
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reviews
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otterbox
OtterBox cases undergo extreme durability tests, from knife attacks to fire, revealing astonishing resilience.
GSMA: Here are the winners from the 2017 Asia Mobile Awards
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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smartphones
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samsung
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ericsson
GSMA's Asia Mobile Awards recognize excellence in mobile communications across the Asia Pacific region. Samsung wins Best Smartphone.
Samsung to install LED signage at Eden Park to enrich fan experience
Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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digital signage
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partner programmes
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displays & projectors
The partnership marks Samsung’s first deployment of LED signage in New Zealand since entering the market last year.
Three AI projects that come close to making HAL 9000 a reality
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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ai
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windows
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samsung
Echoes of HAL 9000: Explore three AIs transforming daily life with brainy to virtual assistance, without the sci-fi rebellion.
Mobile OS market: Android continues to dominate Asia but Apple holds the US
Fri, 16th Jun 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
The latest smartphone OS data from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech has revealed Android and iOS are continuing to increase their share of most markets.
Global wearables market grows 17.9 percent - and we have a new leader
Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
The worldwide wearables market continued its rapid rise in the first quarter of 2017 (1Q17) with multiple companies experiencing triple digit growth.
Samsung topples Apple for smartphone shipments in NZ
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Samsung has returned to the number 1 spot in the NZ smartphone market after reclaiming the position from Apple - but change could be near.
High-end market to drive smartphone shipment rebound in 2017
Thu, 1st Jun 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
After a slow 2016, a new forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) has revealed smartphone shipments are expected to rebound in 2017.
Hackers run circles around Samsung's iris scanner security
Wed, 24th May 2017
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smartphones
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biometrics
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cybersecurity
Chaos at Samsung: Hackers bypass S8 iris scan with picture and contact lens, exposing security flaws in high-tech system.
Mergers and acquisitions play major role in semiconductor market growth
Thu, 18th May 2017
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semiconductors
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intel
According to Gartner, consolidation played a major role in the market share rankings, with several large companies growing through acquisitions.
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S8
Tue, 9th May 2017
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Samsung Galaxy S8 dazzles with top-tier display and design, but biometric quirks and Bixby disappoint. A stylish yet pricey choice at 7.9/10.
Smartphone rankings: Who the F**k is Oppo?
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Oppo launched in New Zealand for the first time in March of this year, bringing us their R9, F1 and A39 models.
Magnify VR expo brings a taste of the future to Auckland
Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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htc
A full day of virtual and augmented reality demonstrations and experiences are on offer, including a specially made short movie that incorporate VR.
Getting hands on at the Samsung S8/S8+ launch event
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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smartphones
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reviews
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Samsung wows with new Galaxy S8 and S8+ at Auckland launch, showcasing water resistance and innovative new gadgets.