Mobile technology is increasing the complexity, usage and costs of mainframe applications, according to 350 international CIOs.
Windows tablet shipments to grow, but won’t challenge Android, iOS
Windows tablets will gain market share in the coming years, but not fast enough to challenge the dominance of Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS, IDC said on Tuesday.
CIOs bypassed on ‘shadow spending’
IT departments are “significantly underestimating” the budgets allocated to technology in others parts of the organisation, as more business leaders bypass the CIO and IT staff to execute their own projects, according to research.
Accenture study: CIOs at loggerheads with CMOs
An Accenture survey of 252 CIOs and 405 CMOs shows that, despite IT’s years of work toward business alignment, it remains far removed from marketing.
A third of CIOs target CEO or COO as next move
Almost a third of CIOs in the UK are considering the role of COO or CEO as their next career step according to Deloitte’s first international CIO survey, which also suggested pressure is being lifted on the budget constraints of IT departments.
Management vendors race to help move BlackBerry users to Android and iOS
Mobile management vendors including Good Technology and MobileIron are increasing their efforts to pitch Android and iOS as alternatives to BlackBerry, thanks to improved security and management tools.
In wake of BlackBerry’s demise, CIOs look to Samsung, Apple and Microsoft
BlackBerry’s dramatic fall in the enterprise has left CIOs scrambling to pick a new mobile platform provider. Will it be Apple? Samsung? Or Microsoft? Or it will be all of the above.
Apple can push iOS email across German borders again
Apple switched on its push email services for iOS devices in Germany again after posting a bond of €100 million (US$135 million).
Instagram for iOS 7: You call that a redesign?
Look at Instagram. Now look at me. Now look at the App Store’s iOS 7 updates. Now me. Now look …
How to use Activation Lock in iOS 7
If you ever lose your phone or tablet, iOS 7’s Activation Lock feature could potentially save you some angst by locking out would-be thieves.
How to remove iOS 7 and install iOS 6
According to new poll conducted on MacWorld, 64% of readers think that iOS 7 is great. However, there are some people who are not so keen.
BBM for iOS and Android delayed
The BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) for Android and the iOS has been delayed by BlackBerry around the world after having issues with the unreleased app for Android that was posted online.
BBM for Android and iOS confirmed
Amid rumors of layoffs and a possible sale of the company, BlackBerry just announced some good news: its growing BBM instant messaging service will be available for Android and iPhone devices in the next several days.
Get to know iOS 7: Meet Apple's new mobile OS
iOS 7 is here, and it’s packed full of all sorts of features you don’t want to miss knowing about. Here’s an overview of what you can expect from Apple’s newest operating system, with links to our in-depth articles on each topic.
What the iPhone 5S and 5C and iOS7 offer the enterprise
Much of what Apple offers enterprise workers and their IT departments in the new iPhone 5S and 5C comes by virtue of its new iOS 7, first announced in June.
IPhone jailbreakers begin cracking their knuckles over iOS 7
Apple’s latest operating system iOS 7, due to be released Sept. 18, is already under the microscope of independent security …
iOS 7 to come to iPhones and iPads on September 18th
After a summer of hard work, iOS 7 is almost ready for you to take home: Apple CEO Tim Cook announced at the company’s special Tuesday event that its newest mobile operating system would be available on September 18 for free.
Microsoft Xbox Music now available on Android, iOS and free online
Microsoft is expanding its Xbox Music service to iOS and Android devices, and also adding free streaming via the Web.