22 tech companies form the In-Location Alliance
A number of technology companies have launched an industry alliance that’s aimed at driving the innovation and adoption of indoor positioning services.
The new partnership is called the In-Location Alliance and it’s being supported by 22 companies.
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Kerry Butters writes:
When deciding on which mobile device is the right one for your business, there are a few things to take into consideration. Firstly, are you buying a handset for yourself or for others who work in the business, or are you considering running a BYOD (bring your own device) scheme.
Sony Mobile Communications AB says it’s relocating its corporate headquarters from the Swedish city of Lund to Tokyo in October this year; a decision that will see around 15% of staff - approximately 1,000 people - losing their jobs by the end of March 2014.
Lund will remain as a key Sony Mobile site with a new focus on software and application development.
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Mobile and social gaming company PopCap, which joined EA last year, has warned that around 50 US-based employees will lose their jobs as the result of a reorganisation.
An ‘exploratory consultation’ is also evaluating the future of the company’s Dublin office.
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Google is following Apple and Facebook by launching gift cards that can be bought from major retailers.
Android smartphone and tablet users can now pay for purchases with Google Play gift cards, although they’re currently only available in the United States.
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