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Google adds Tiles to Wear OS To Show Useful Information

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

From a totally redesigned UI and battery life improvements to faster Google Pay and bug fixes, no matter how big or small the update there’s no denying Wear OS by Google, as…

First Asian Samsonite Premium store Coming to The Jewel

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

The first Samsonite ultra-premium store in Asia is to open at Jewel Changi. The luggage brand is also planning one more outlet at Changi, raising its store network at the…

CMR says most smartphones in India go for below industry ASP

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

The CyberMedia Research (CMR) report, “CMR India Mobile Pricing Index 2018”, revealed that 80% of smartphone brands are selling their handset below the average price of smartphones in India. Consumers…

Mi Band 4 about to Arrive

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Back in March, we told you that the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 fitness tracker is selling so briskly, Xiaomi was in no rush to release the sequel. One reason for the heavy demand…

New Google Feature will Automatically Delete your Personal Data

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

It isn’t a secret that Google tracks your location, activities and web usage through your phone. By allowing the company to monitor your Location History, Google can recommend a nearby restaurant,…

The Motorola One Vision Will be Announced Soon

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Motorola has released a total of three Android One smartphones since 2017 – the Motorola One, One Power, and Moto X4 – but soon this list could expand with the…

The OnePlus 7 Pro in Nebula Blue and Mirror Grey

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Hours after OnePlus teased its 2019 flagship’s camera with a cover story shoot for Harper’s Bazaar India, official OnePlus 7 Pro press renders have leaked out online showing the triple-camera setup…

CX is Critical to Cuccessful for Etailers

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Why a personalised and convenient engagement with shoppers is critical in online stores. Consumers are expecting more personalised and convenient experiences from retailers and brands in the B2B space. Research…

Vodafone’s reveal keeps the pressure on Huawei

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

In this week’s news is yet another story about Huawei and security as European telecommunications operator and regulators continue to scrutinize the gear in advance of 5G deployments. This one is historical…

Outdoor Retailers Fighting for Market Share

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Outdoor retailers Kathmandu and Decathlon are vying for a piece of Australia’s ski and snowboard market this winter. Both businesses are launching inaugural snow collections, despite the fact that less…

Ikea’s first small-format store Without Check-Outs

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Ikea Australia officially opened its first small-format store on Friday at Warringah Mall on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The 98sqm store is the retailer’s first Home Planning Studio, where customers can…

Online fashion retailers Starting to Limit Free Deliveries

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Zalando, Europe’s largest online-only fashion retailer, has said it will begin to charge delivery for smaller orders across more markets in response to shrinking order size. The e-commerce business initially…

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Going back to a Curvy Display

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Ever since the debut of the Galaxy Note Edge, curved displays have been a trademark of Samsung flagship phones. And although in recent years the company seemed to be moving…

HelloFresh to monetise Tasty Perks

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

HelloFresh has launched a new in-box sampling service called Tasty Perks, which allows brands to test new products on the meal kit company’s customers for a fee. The in-box advertising…

Ebay launches e-commerce training program in Singapore

Mei Ling Tan May 21, 2019

Ebay Singapore and the Institute of Retail Studies have partnered in an e-commerce training program. Called “Let’s Ebay with SIRS”, the full-day workshop aims to help aspiring entrepreneurs kickstart their…

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