Technology

Last Updated: June 17, 2013, 6:35 pm

A rugged modem that can shift between different connectivity technologies is being launched by Kenyan tech giant Ushahidi

Apple refreshes Macs and iOS, unveils iTunes Radio

Calling it "the biggest change to iOS since the introduction of the iPhone," Apple CEO Tim Cook on Monday unveiled an operating system for iPhones and iPads that will radically overhaul how users' touchscreens look.

PS4 set to be cheaper than Xbox One

Sony has revealed that it plans to sell the PlayStation 4 for £349, making it £80 cheaper than Microsoft's Xbox One launch price.

MEST Class of 2013 graduate creating 12 more Ghanaian software entrepreneurs

The fifth batch of trainees from the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) on Sunday graduated from the program following a rigorous 2-year training in software development and entrepreneurship with the goal of becoming globally successful software entrepreneurs.

Google patents pull-a-face passwords

A Google patent suggests users may be asked to pull a range of facial expressions to act as a password after flaws were found with Android's current Face Unlock feature.

Samsung secures symbolic ban on Apple iPhone imports into USA

Samsung has secured a ban on imports of two Apple devices into the USA, Cellular News reported Wednesday.

Apple faces ban on older iPhones, iPads after defeat

Samsung nabs a victory in Washington with a legal ruling that threatens to ban several older Apple devices from sale in the U.S.

iPhone 5 repairs available while you wait at the Apple store

iPhone 5 owners can now get broken display screens replaced while they wait at Apple retail stores, in what could be the first step in a move to make repairs quicker and cheaper.

Google bans porn on Google Glass

On Monday morning, the first porn app for Google Glass was announced. A few hours later, Google officially banned sexually explicit material on the futuristic eyewear.

Researchers say they can hack your iphone with a malicious charger

Careful what you put between your iPhone and a power outlet: That helpful stranger’s charger may be injecting your device with more than mere electrons.

Motorola's password in a pill and electronic tattoo

Motorola is working on an electronic stick-on tattoo and a pill that gives out signals telling gadgets who you are.

Samsung launches Galaxy S4 Mini

A smaller, cheaper version of Samsung's flagship S4 device is launched ahead of the company's new product event in June.

Tim Cook plays coy on Apple TV, wearables at conference

Apple's CEO insists that Apple has not lost its cool but declines to comment on those rumored products that many expect to help the company maintain that status.

Ghana, ITU sign pact to sageguard cyberspace

The Ministry of Communication has signed an agreement with International Telecommunications Union (ITU) to establish a national Computer Incident Response Team aimed at strengthening its ability to drastically mitigate cyber security incidents.

Nasa to lease shuttle launch pad

Nasa is looking for commercial operators to lease a historic launch pad in Florida used for the first Moon missions and by the Atlantis shuttle.

Samsung Galaxy S4: significance differences between African and US versions

¬On the outside, the U.S. and African/South Korean versions of Samsung Galaxy S4 look alike, but on the inside, there are major differences in key components.

Samsung launches Mobile App Developer Competition

Samsung has launched a global app competition aimed at finding new applications utilizing its communication function.

Intelligent Addressing to be used for street naming in Ghana

Ghana will use Intelligent Addressing (IA) technology from the UK to name streets and properties in Ghana.

Apple's Tim Cook defends tax claim

The technology giant Apple has been defending itself against accusations that it's avoided paying tax on tens of billions of dollars in profits.

Workshop on internet governance opens in Accra

A three-day Internet Governance and Standards Development workshop to sensitise the internet community on key issues affecting the sector opened in Accra on Tuesday.

Ex-Nokia team makes rival smartphone

A smartphone created by former Nokia employees is unveiled ahead of its release later this year.