Taiwanese Tech Giant ASUS Expands Global Footprint
ASUS, the Taiwanese technology innovation brand, has appointed Andre Goosen to the position of Country Service Manager, a new role created in line with ASUS’ increased focus on after sales service.
Xiaomi Becomes Fourth-Biggest Smartphone Seller
Xiaomi is now the fourth-biggest smartphone seller worldwide, right behind Huawei, according to Gartner.
New Ultra HD TV by Toshiba Launches in Asia
Toshiba will soon be selling its Ultra HD L9450 range in Singapore and the rest of Asia starting at the end of the month. The 4K TV can run Android 4.4.4 (though not upgradable to the Android 5.0), and comes in 50-, 65- and 84-inch sizes.
Hewlett-Packard to Split in Two by the End-FY2015
Hewlett-Packard said on Monday (Oct 6) it would split into two separate, listed companies by separating its computer and printer businesses from its corporate hardware and services operations.
Asian Countries Spend Most Time on the Internet
Indian telecommunications firm Tata Communications spoke to 9,417 respondents in India, Singapore, the U.K., United States, Germany and France as part of its online survey, the results of which were published this week.
Xbox One Arrives in China
US technology giant Microsoft launched its Xbox One game console in China today (Sept 29th), the first foreign company to enter the potentially massive market after the government lifted a 14-year ban.
Compact Discs Remain Dominant Source for Music in Japan
Around the world, the music business has shifted toward downloads and streaming. But in Japan, compact discs are still king.
Singapore Retains Top Spot in Asia for Intellectual Property Protection
Singapore’s strong Intellectual Property (IP) regime has bolstered the confidence of leading global companies including Procter and Gamble, Continental, and Mead Johnson, according to the Intellectual Property of Singapore.
China to Become Largest Economy by 2024
China is set to overtake the U.S. as the world’s largest economy in U.S. dollar terms over the next decade, according to a new report by IHS Economics.
Pentair Launches Contest to Celebrate 40 Years of Raychem
Pentair’s Technical Solutions, the leading provider of electrical heat-tracing systems, has launched the Pole Position contest to celebrate the 40 year anniversary of its Raychem self-regulating technology.
