In Singapore, questions on measuring a smart nation’s success
A smart nation has to be first about the people, not the technology. Above all, its success will depend on how it has improved everyday life.
Goondu review: Lenovo Legion Y720 gaming notebook is competitively priced
If you want decent graphics performance in a gaming notebook, the Lenovo Legion Y720 will provide that at an attractive price.
Singapore telcos and banks make it easier for SMEs to go digital
IMDA will work with the Singtel, M1 and StarHub to identify digital solutions in areas like cyber security and data analytics, and bundle them with traditional broadband and Wi-Fi services…
Hands on: Microsoft Surface Pro sticks to formula
If you looked at the Surface Pro for the first time, you'd maybe not notice how different it is from last year's tablet-laptop hybrid from Microsoft.
Top in broadband speeds now, Singapore has moved from laggard to leader
Once a laggard to regional rivals such as Hong Kong, South Korea and Japan which had more successful broadband rollouts in the past, Singapore has raced ahead to be a…
Instead of sophisticated attacks, cyber criminals are turning to hacking as a service
Instead of developing or buying an expensive and high-profile exploit that may be swiftly fixed with a patch, many cyber criminals are turning to "hacking as a service".
Most users are willing to pay more for 5G: Gartner
Three-quarters of end-user organisations are willing to pay more for 5G mobile services, according to a global survey released yesterday by research firm Gartner.
Goondu review: Wacom’s “affordable” Cintiq Pro is attractive but not perfect
After years of waiting, Wacom has finally released an affordable Cintiq, but it's not perfect.
M1 launches first commercial nationwide IoT network in SE Asia
M1 has launched a nationwide network that will connect up smart sensors in buildings, vehicles and other places in Singapore, as more such devices come online in the so-called Internet…
Goondu review: Linksys Velop shows promise and pain of mesh Wi-Fi at home
Though it shows the promise of mesh Wi-Fi at home, the Linksys Velop also demonstrates that the technology needs a smarter, easier interface.
Hands on: Sony Xperia Touch is cute but costly
You sense that the Xperia Touch is a cool device seeking a compelling use for the price it's asking for. If it's part of a rejuvenated Sony, then it's good…
How well does your phone survive everyday usage?
Just like how a car would suffer from the inevitable scratch and dent over time, a phone can't avoid the same ravages of time.
More than one-third of Singapore SMEs hit by ransomware: Malwarebytes
Among the SMEs affected in Singapore, 21 per cent had to shut down their operations, while 11 per cent lost revenue as a result.
Goondu review: Xiaomi Mi Note 2
The Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is a device that can compete with the big boys, but without a particularly memorable selling point while at it.
Out in Singapore now, Amazon’s online store spells trouble for retailers
In many ways, the hype around the launch is hard to live up to, but its lasting impact in the months and years ahead will show that this is a…
Singapore a good place for women entrepreneurs
If you are a woman entrepreneur, Singapore is the best place to be for you to grow your business.
Four smartphones to play your high-res music on
Instead of getting away with thin-sounding dross like before, even the likes of Samsung are beefing up their audio offerings on their flagship phones.
iRobot plans to sell customer home data should worry users
You should be worried about iRobot's plans to possibly sell map data of your home collected by its Roomba robot vacuum cleaners as they suck up dirt each day.
Singapore SMEs spend S$2.4m on pre-approved solutions aimed at boosting technology takeup
More than 100 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore have taken up solutions such as smart sensors and 3D visualisation on a pre-approved list aimed at helping them quickly…
Microsoft Surface Pro up for pre-orders in Singapore
The latest version of the Microsoft Surface Pro is open for pre-orders in Singapore today, though the tablet-cum-laptop will ship to customers only on August 15.
