The problem with all-in-one PCs like iMacs is that monitors have a longer shelf life than computers. Dell’s new offering bridges the gap in a creative way.
Why developers have a major influence on enterprise IT purchasing decisions
As companies undergo digital transformation, leaders must include developers in decisions about the cloud, containers, and microservices, according to IDC.
How voice assistants reinforce the tech gender gap
Voice assistants are becoming commonplace in most homes and offices, but using women’s voices for most devices may be doing more harm than good.
Deutsche Telekom to launch cloud gaming service MagentaGaming
(Telecompaper) MagentaGaming enables users to play video games independently of their PC or console. The computing power originates from the cloud and the games are streamed on devices. It works on Windows PCs (Windows 7, 8 and 10), Mac (MacOS X) and Android devices. Telkom plans to use it for iOS and Xbox, too. Controllers can be connected via Bluetooth, WLAN or USB.
Blue Label delays FY results, warns of 20% drop in headline earnings
(Telecompaper) South African company Blue Label Telecoms will delay publication of its full-year financial results until 26 September to deal with various issues related to the mobile operator’s recapitalisation and restructuring. Blue Label had been expected to publish its results in late August. It has warned shareholders that it expects headline earnings for the year ended May to be down by at least 20 percent year on year, as it tries to quantify the impact of Cell C’s financial woes on its balance sheet.
Canadian operators say broadband investment at risk from cut in wholesale rates
(Telecompaper) Canada’s fixed operators have criticised the regulator CRTC’s decision to lower wholesale rates and announced charges to account for the reduced prices. Bell announced the regulator’s order will have an around CAD 100 million impact, Rogers plans a charge of CAD 140 million to account for the retroactive cut in rates, and Cogeco said it will cost the company CAD 25 million. They are all reviewing investment plans after the decision.
Apple to launch subscription TV service in November, considers price of USD 10 – report
(Telecompaper) Apple plans to roll out its Apple TV+ subscription service by November, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. It is expected to offer a free trial to start, as it builds up the content catalogue, and then may charge USD 9.99 per month.
BT looking to offload Dutch Global Services infrastructure – report
(Telecompaper) BT Group CEO Philip Jansen is looking to sell off telecoms infrastructure worth more than GBP 100 million in the Netherlands, reports The Sunday Times.