Through its partnership with Philippine telco PLDT, Internet.org will provide free access to a curated set of online services to 71.2M prepaid mobile subscribers.
ZTE Cloud Radio Improves LTE Performance Amid Cell Edge Interference
A finalist at MWC 2015’s mobile tech breakthrough award category, ZTE’s Cloud Radio promises improved performance without major infrastructure investment.
MWC 2015: Airvana OneCell Enables Stronger Indoor LTE
Lauded as one of the most innovative breakthrough technologies at MWC 2015, Airvana’s cloud RAN OneCell technology is a plug-and-play supercell for improving indoor LTE coverage.
Pebble Time Crowdfunds $1M in 49 Minutes, $6.8M in a Day
Smartwatch maker Pebble Tech finds crowdfunding to be a viable means to raise capital, increase margins and improve its visibility as a grassroots effort.
Gionee Elife E7 Mini: Well-Built Midrange Smartphone
The Gionee Elife E7 Mini’s swivelling camera makes for interesting smartphone photography, but with Jelly Bean still powering the mid-range device, an Android update is quite overdue.
Infosys Banks on AI with Acquisition of Enterprise Automation Startup Panaya
Business consulting firm Infosys is keen on incorporating more automation and possibly AI into its services with acquisition of US startup Panaya.
Hyundai Grand i10: The Little Car That Could
The Grand i10 competes in the subcompact hatch segment with class-leading comfort and amenities, which can justify its price relative to cars in its league. With its size and maneuverability, it should be easy to weave through traffic, and parking should be a breeze.
Gaming the App Store: Modern Day Clickfraud?
If developers are, indeed, routinely gaming the app review and rating system for profit, then how can users trust app stores’ discovery mechanisms?
LifeBEAM: User Experience Should be Focus of Wearable Tech
In this interview with LifeBEAM, creator of embedded bio-sensing devices, we learn that wearables should not be intrusive. Instead, wearable device makers should design with a great user experience in mind.
Microsoft Lumia 535: Budget Smartphone Done Right
Aimed at “connecting the next billion Internet users,” the Lumia 535 is Microsoft’s first branded smartphone, offering competitive pricing at the low-end.
Apple’s Q1 FY2015: Most Profitable Quarter in Corporate History
With record revenue and profits, impressive growth in China and an upcoming wearable device, Apple is in for a good start this FY2015.
Facebook Claims $227B Global Economic Impact, but Doubts Prevail
Facebook cites hundreds of billions per year in economic impact worldwide, but is the social network overstating its importance in the global economy?
Bitcoin Dips Below $200, a Sign of Things to Come?
Bitcoin has crashed to below $200 levels. Should the cryptocurrency community be worried, or is there hope for better things in the long term?
Microsoft’s Most Affordable Lumia Smartphones: On to the Next Billion?
Microsoft has announced the Lumia 435 and 532, sub-$100 Lumia smartphones that showcase Windows Phone’s focus toward attracting the low-end market.
Crowdsourcing Week: The Rise of the Crowd Economy
In this interview with Crowdsourcing Week’s Priti Ambani, we learn about the importance of trust and reputation in crowdsourcing and some origin stories behind these social phenomena.
CES 2015: Zboard 2 Electric Skateboard Debuts, Gets Crowdfunded on Day 1
The Zboard is an electric skateboard that can go up to 20 mph speeds with a 16 to 24 mile range. Version 2 is lighter and faster, and will be available in June.
Kickstarter: 3.3M Backers Funded 22K Projects in 2014
Kickstarter reports breaching the $1 billion pledge level in 2014, along with funding $444 million worth in successful projects, of which tech gets the biggest share.
CES 2015: Nokia 215 is Microsoft’s Cheapest Internet-Capable Phone at $29
A $29 Internet device with month-long standby time? Microsoft may yet be the king of entry-level mobile phones with the web- and Messenger-capable Nokia 215.
Winklevoss Bitcoin Trust ETF To List 1M Shares on NASDAQ
The Winklevoss twins have filed to list 1M shares of a Bitcoin Trust ETF on Nasdaq, which introduces new investment strategies in the cryptocurrency.
CES 2015: Startups to Watch Out For
VR environments, connected homes, connected bikes, connected pets and more. Here are a few startups to watch out for at International CES this week.
