Consumers stories - Page 14

L'Oreal's new vibrating hairbrush with built-in microphone and app connectivity is just the beginning of beauty tech.

Harvey Norman has logged its 'best ever' first half results, with IoT and connected technology among the driving forces for the company.

IoT's rising dominance in everyday tech offers businesses fresh ways to engage, personalise experiences, and secure customer loyalty.

Lenovo shared its business strategy at a recent event with a clear focus on what it means for channel partners.

Two mobile traders have been handed the stiffest penalties yet for breaching the CCCFA, with charges also brought against ninth mobile trader.

Noel Leeming is reopening its teched-out flagship store in Christchurch, pulling together an innovative and state-of-the-art retail space.

The worldwide semiconductor market is set to decline for a second consecutive year due to weak demand and oversupply.

Acer battles for supremacy in the fierce PC industry, positioning itself as an innovator amidst giants with clearer visions.

For the first time in 13 years, Apple has posted a decrease in financial performance, spelling ill tidings for the rest of the industry.

The biometrics market is set to reach $30bn by 2021, with consumer and banking sectors seeing the most growth, says ABI Research.

Over 1 million mobile phone numbers have been transferred between operators since NZ introduced number porting in 2007.

BroadSign's Mobile offering is being used by Xprnc Media to engage with consumers, providing product information, coupons and discounts.

While an overwhelming number of people see the benefit of the Internet of Things, more than half are also concerned about potential risks and threats.

Wearables are rapidly increasing in popularity, but not everyone is won over - especially when it comes to price.

Businesses are investing in usability for B2B applications due to their value in effectiveness, says UXC Keystone.

Consumers want innovative options for electronic payments to stay protected, according to a survey by Morning Consult and Electronic Payments Coalition.

On the whole, people appreciate how much technology has improved their lives, but the risk of personal information being exposed is on their minds.

The 2016 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas provided a glimpse of new technology and innovation to come during the rest of the year.

A future version of the UA Record app powered by IBM Watson could be the first healthcare system to utilise cognitive computing technologies.

Data security concerns and declining demand for smartphones, tablets and IoT devices are stifling the growth of the consumer electronics industry.