LG takes to the Internet of Things

Highlighting LG Electronics’ (LG) “Innovation for a better life” theme for the 2015 International CES, LG CTO Dr Skott Ahn explained how the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the way consumers live, work and play. In his keynote address at LG’s CES press...

Lenovo celebrates 100m ThinkPads

Lenovo has used the platform of the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show to launch its ThinkPad 2015 product portfolio. Featuring the latest generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon, the world’s lightest 14-inch performance ultrabook, the brand celebrates 100-million...

Mobile chips debut in cars and TVs

Qualcomm Technologies (QTI) and Qualcomm Atheros (QCA) are showcasing a range of new connected mobile computing experiences at the 2015 International CES. These will highlight a new level of connectivity and immersive user experiences to consumers on the go, in the...

Are PCs making a comeback in SA?

Contrary to popular wisdom, it seems that PCs are making a comeback – although it is still early days, says Christopher Riley, the CEO of The Notebook Company. “The PC market is still at risk, but some of the indications are that it is not yet time to declare...

IoT, connected cars in CES spotlight

As expected, the Internet of Things and connected cars took centre stage on the opening days of the 2015 International CES, taking place this week in Las Vegas. Samsung president and CEO of Consumer Electronics Boo-Keun Yoon explored the implications of a fully...

Gen Y to drive connected cars

Generation Y drivers are going to drive the move to connected cars, according to a new study from GfK launched this week at 2015 International CES in Las Vegas. New car sales in some key markets are getting close to – or even exceeding – levels not seen since the...