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State of Connectivity 2015: A report on global internet access

At the end of 2015, estimates showed that 3.2 billion people were online. This means that globally, 4.1 billion people were still not internet users.

By Facebook • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Feb 2016

Document Management

TechnologyOne bolsters offerings following acquisition

TechnologyOne plans to use this acquisition to further reinforce its strategic focus on providing relevant enterprise solutions for key customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 12th May 2015

Google

Uber eyes up Nokia's mapping service, forks out $3bn

In a bold £2.4bn bid, Uber seeks control of Nokia's Here maps, eyeing autonomy from Google and fueling its driverless ambitions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 11th May 2015

Apps

Apple quietly maps out future with hush-hush acquisition

Apple's stealth buy of Spotsetter ramps up maps war with Google, poising Cupertino to redefine navigation with a social twist.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2014

Maps

New Garmin device to sell with 'lifetime' map updates

Garmin launches the Nuvi 2455LM with 'lifetime' map updates, promising up to four per year, enhancing navigation with PhotoReal technology.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 29th Feb 2012

Nokia

Nokia takes 3D maps to CNN

Nokia revolutionises CNN's reporting with cutting-edge 3D maps, marking a multi-level international collaboration in digital storytelling.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 30th May 2011

Apps

Under-35s prefer apps to web browsers

Research in the US has found that smartphone apps are fast becoming the favourite way to access internet radio, maps, social networks, navigation and games.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Feb 2011

Hyperscale

Google targets car safety

Google is utilising its data centres to innovate car safety with self-driving technology, aiming to prevent traffic accidents, save time, and reduce emissions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2010