The battle between frenemies Google and Apple has stepped up a notch, with confirmation that Apple has removed the dedicated YouTube app from the next version of iOS. Apple told The Verge that the removal marks the end of the licensing agreement between the two companies, and although Apple is not including the app as part of the core OS, Continue Reading
One of the biggest drawbacks to NFC payment technology is that not every phone has NFC (*cough* iPhone *cough*). But a new trial by Westpac and Mastercard could fix that, with the NFC chip embedded into a smartphone’s SIM card. The pilot, which is running from today, sees Android handsets use the new SIM card with NFC chip inside and Continue Reading
The battle for the personal cloud has heated up, with Western Digital announcing that its WD2Go iOS and Android apps have been updated to offer DropBox support. Working in conjunction with a WD networked hard drive, the app allows remote access to backup and files, both stored on the drive and now stored on Dropbox’s servers. “WD is committed to Continue Reading
Specialty grocer Thomas Dux has jumped on board the smartphone movement, with a loyalty app that allows customers to redeem points for rewards. Using the same PointPal app for Android and iOS used by Subway and Baker’s Delight, Thomas Dux customers have the opportunity to redeem acquired points for Thomas Cook & Pour Cookware products. “The Pointpal loyalty app allows Continue Reading
Commbank is banking big on technology. Following the successful launch of its Kaching apps for iOS and Android, the bank has today announced its intention to make Albert fat with Pi, revolutionising the point of sale for businesses across the country. While it’s quite confusing, the general gist of the announcement is this. The bank has created an open platform Continue Reading
The Commonwealth Bank has today released its popular Kaching mobile payment app to the Android platform, allowing millions of smartphone users to make mobile payments instantly. The new Android version of the app works on 13 of the top Android smartphones – including the Samsung Galaxy S III – and introduces the ability to make payments directly to their Facebook Continue Reading
RRP: $349 The Deal: The Parrot AR Drone 2.0 is a quadricopter that can be controlled by smartphone or tablet. It features a HD video and image capture as well as a new design and increased stability. The Verdict: While Parrot has not changed much from its popular predecessor, the AR Drone 2.0 has notable improvements that will tempt Continue Reading
Streaming music service Rdio has conducted a survey into the music landscape in Australia called The Future of Music Study. The findings highlight that technology is helping change the face of the industry. “Music subscription services such as Rdio are at the forefront of a cultural change in the way people are connecting and interacting with music. Rdio is intuitive, Continue Reading
One of the most popular fitness gadgets around is Fitbit, a motion tracker that monitors steps, elevation, burned calories, distance travelled and sleep patterns. Previously any Australians keen on purchasing one had to go via the US and UK, but it has just been announced that Fitbit will launch in Australia on July 1. FitBit will launch both its Fitbit Continue Reading
Google has just released Google Maps Coordinate a location-based app for Android smartphones that allows employers to see where their team members or employees are located and assign tasks remotely. Google Maps Coordinate senior product manager, Daniel Chu said the app is able to look at the worker’s location history and job history, so it enables an organisation to see Continue Reading