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BIOMETRIC TECHNOLOGY

Internet of Things needs more cowbell

If you want to jump-start your industry, connect your appliances, vehicles and, yes, even your cattle

  • Staff Reporter
4 min read
WBS has not been able to capitalise on all its valuable ­spectrum
BROADBAND

WBS back in broadband play

Despite serious questions about its deal with Icasa, the firm remains hot property

  • Staff Reporter
9 min read
The US titan has sold tens of millions of Apple Watches — which can cost up to $1 499 — since it was launched three years ago. (Stephen Lam/Reuters)
APPLE

Apple Watch a catalyst in wireless charging technology

Apple’s new product rollout – including the Apple Watch – could see consumers pulling the plug on charging cords.

  • Noel Randewich
7 min read
Samsung said it had found a way to harness millimeter-wave bands which have proved to be a sticking point for the mobile industry to date.
SAMSUNG

Samsung makes 5G breakthrough

Samsung has tested super-fast fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology that will eventually allow users to download an entire movie in one second.

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
An iPad app has been launched at schools in South Africa and has changed the way lessons are taught.
CSIR

TV White Spaces trial launch involves W Cape schools

Google, the Wireless Access Providers’ Association and partners have launched a Television White Spaces trial involving 10 schools in Cape Town.

  • Kalvin Subbadu
4 min read
WI FI

Techie challenge: How good is wi-fi in SA?

Ruckus Wireless has issued a challenge to the Techie Guy, Liron Segev, to test just how good wi-fi around South Africa is.

  • Kalvin Subbadu
3 min read
Telecoms industry in flux
ADVERTORIAL

Telecoms industry in flux

Wireline revenues are down an average of 5% worldwide annually over the past five years.

  • Advertorial
5 min read
ARTHUR GOLDSTUCK

‘Content is starting to eat itself’

Arthur Goldstuck’s new book, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Going Wireless, delves into wireless communication in South Africa.

  • The Guardian Author
11 min read