Nokia sells map techology to car makers
31 July, 2015Rumours are swirling that Nokia has sold its HERE map technology to a consortium of car makers that includes BMW, Volkswagen and Daimler for USD 2.7 billion, but there has been no official announcement from the multinational as yet.
4 steps to choosing the right mobile device
30 July, 2015 by Rob Stummer, Managing Director ANZ, IFS AustraliaChoosing the right mobile device is more than just product selection. Here are four simple steps to guide you to a better final outcome.
Encrypted mobile platform coming
29 July, 2015Australian company Ncryptcellular has announced the introduction of a new range of encrypted mobile devices to the domestic market.
Honeywell Dolphin 75e mobile computer
28 July, 2015Honeywell has released the first in a series of next-generation mobile workforce solutions — the Dolphin 75e mobile computer. The device is available with either Windows embedded 8.1 Handheld or Android 4.4 KitKat, giving users a choice of operating system and allowing a later upgrade to Windows Embedded 10 or Android 5.0 Lollipop.
Cel-Fi PRO smart signal booster
28 July, 2015Mobile black spots — which are caused by structures, vegetation, terrain and distance from the base station — are often unavoidable. The Cel-Fi PRO third-generation smart signal booster from Powertec automatically adapts to the indoor environment to maximise cellular coverage, supports LTE, provides greater gain on earlier versions and uses patented echo-cancellation algorithms for stronger signals in the coverage area.
Dell Latitude 12 Rugged tablet
28 July, 2015The Latitude 12 Rugged tablet from Dell is designed for performance and reliability in the harshest conditions.
Master Builders blasts CFMEU
28 July, 2015Master Builders Australia (MBA) has taken a swipe at the main trade union for the industry, the CFMEU, over efforts to have Queensland members sign a pattern agreement which they believe imposes massive costs to the industry and community without productivity trade-offs.
Uniden iGO Cam 300 vehicle recorder
27 July, 2015The Uniden iGO Cam 300 is an ultracompact recorder that can help protect drivers from fraudulent claims and accident disputes.
'See-through' trucks and cars that see around corners
27 July, 2015Turning out of a blind corner or driveway can be a stress-inducing moment for motorists, particularly new drivers. Inching out in to traffic while leaning forward doesn't really seem like the safest alternative, but now new car camera technology is being introduced to combat the difficulties.
New apprentice support to create 51,000 jobs in South Australia
24 July, 2015A new national apprenticeship program will result in 51,000 apprentice and trainee job opportunities (sign-ups) in South Australia over the next three years.
Cloud technology helps triple volume of work
23 July, 2015Through funding made available via the Home and Community Care (HACC) program, a well-known national charity's Gold Coast brand is providing basic support services to qualifying clients and their carers to assist them to continue living independently at home.
FleetSeek CAMTracker LIVE video capture telematics
23 July, 2015FleetSeek's GPS Tracking & Fleet Management solution now includes CAMTracker LIVE, a 3G camera, with an option to add tracking, giving users the ability to remotely view high-level HD videos via a web and phone application following the instant notification of a road accident or near miss.
Transtech in-vehicle units obtain TCA Type-Approval
22 July, 2015Transport Certification Australia (TCA) is a national government body responsible for providing assurance in the use of telematics and related intelligent technologies. TCA's mission is to provide assurance to governments, industry sectors and end users in the use of telematics and related intelligent technologies to enable improved surface transport outcomes in productivity, safety and efficiency to be realised.
ISO 9001:2015 final draft published
21 July, 2015The ISO 9001 Quality Management System standard was first released over 30 years ago, with millions of organisations worldwide adopting the system to focus on increased growth, productivity, retention and customer satisfaction.
Text and call blockers — will they work?
20 July, 2015It's hard to believe it's come to this, but we could soon see the introduction of a device that fits into a port under the steering wheel of all cars manufactured post-1996, designed to block incoming calls and text messages while the car engine is on. It seems that drivers cannot be trusted to resist the temptation to text.
