Africa stories - Page 55

Global fixed broadband connections will pass 500 million this year, before reaching 720 million by the end of 2015.

Alcatel-Lucent to spearhead Saudi Telecom Company's network expansion, integrating advanced VDSL2 and GPON tech for top-tier broadband services.

Shirley Wigley has joined Chillisoft as Major Accounts Manager to focus on enterprise and government interests.

Vodafone introduces simplified roaming rates for customers travelling to the USA, Canada, and South Africa, offering savings of up to 60% on calls.

Samsung set to bolster Galaxy S with Froyo update, offering speedier performance, voice-guided GPS, and Flash Player support from mid-Oct.

XSOL's global expansion accelerates, signing a new partner weekly under Director Peter Fletcher, bolstering its unique intelligent mapping software.

Continuous advancements in technology make 'previous research' in genealogy an ever-ongoing process, offering fresh data at every moment.

Laser names Debbie Maher as NZ Country Manager to amplify growth and oversee business strategy, bringing vast experience from Ingram Micro and Axiz.

AVG's latest report reveals Turkey, Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan are the most dangerous places to surf the web, with Japan and Taiwan being the safest.

Free mobile videos fueled by ads roll out globally, with plans to hit Australia and NZ by June '11. Sports, music, and films included.

3 Hong Kong partners with Swanbay to provide free mobile videos featuring ads, expanding content offerings to sports, music, and movies.

Genealogists at the Family History Fair in Hamilton delved into a celebrity lineage for a new documentary, uncovering fascinating insights about their ancestry.

Apple's market share in New Zealand exceeds 10%, standing out in global PC growth with a select few vendors achieving gains.

Global PC sales surged 22.4% in Q2 2010, driven by strong growth in EMEA and robust desktop shipments, IDC reports. US and APAC lag slightly.

Gavin Bethwaite from New Zealand has been honoured as Konica Minolta's top global salesperson, with colleague Daniel Marshall securing the second spot.

NZ developers urged to join the BlackBerry Super Apps Developer Challenge, aiming to spotlight top apps across APAC with $1.5m in prizes.

June's issue of Game Console hits shelves, featuring UFC 2010 Undisputed and exclusive tips to master Super Street Fighter IV. Plus, win an iPad!.

Sony announces irresistible PSPgo offer: Buy now and claim 10 free games, including hits like Assassin's Creed and GTA. Offer ends Sept 30.

The biggest sporting event on the face of this earth deserves to be represented in video game form by nothing but the best.

The New Zealand Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) vessel RV Kaharoa has been fitted with an advanced mobile satellite solution.