Ad Nauseam: 'Invasive' ads popping up in more places Advertisers are constantly looking to find new ways to get their message in front of consumers – with their methods becoming increasingly invasive, writes Adam … Business • 11 Jan
Review: Google Pixel 7 Pro Google's latest flagship phone represents a relatively modest upgrade to last year's offering, but price and 'smart' features make it a compelling device, writes Adam … Business • 16 Oct 22
BlackBerry pulls life support for business smartphone BlackBerry is pulling the plug on service for its once ubiquitous business smartphones, which were toted by executives, politicians and legions of fans in the … Business • 05 Jan 22
Comreg to consult on use of eSIMs in mobile devices Smartphone users may be able to switch networks faster and more easily in the future here through the use of eSIMs. Business • 08 Nov 21
Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Samsung's second swing at a foldable-screen phone is a far more refined device than its predecessor - and one that's somewhat easier on the wallet … Business • 11 Sep 21
Chip shortage being felt beyond PCs and phones A shortage of computer chips threatens to disrupt the world's supply of smartphones, games consoles and cars - and even the data centres that they … Business • 20 Jun 21
Review: Emporia Smart 4 Pitched as a 'simple' smartphone, the Emporia Smart 4 is an attractive option for less tech-savvy users that are nonetheless looking to do more with … Business • 08 May 21
Nokia unveils new range of entry and mid-tier phones Nokia has unveiled six new smartphones in one of the firm's largest launches to date, including an entry-level smartphone costing just €89. Business • 09 Apr 21
Review: OPPO Find X3 Pro The Find X3 Pro is Oppo's newest flagship device, boasting a strong camera set up and plenty of power, although at very much a premium … Business • 27 Mar 21
Review: Google Pixel 5 The Google smartphone offering has grown bigger and better in recent years. The latest flagship release – the Pixel 5 – brings 5G and some … Business • 21 Nov 20
Review: Oppo Reno 4 Pro 5G Chinese manufacturer Oppo has just launched three handsets here – the Reno4 Pro 5G, Reno 4Z and the lower range A53. We've been trying out … Business • 07 Nov 20
Google unveils first 5G ready smartphones Google is entering the world of 5G with new smartphones set to launch this October. Business • 30 Sep 20
Review: Google Pixel 4a 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it' seems to be the mantra Google has followed with the successor to its Pixel 3a. By taking what … Business • 03 Sep 20
Review: Samsung Galaxy S20+ There's a lot to like about the Samsung Galaxy S20+ Will Goodbody found when he tried the new smartphone out. Business • 08 Mar 20
Irish people check their phones 50 times a day Irish people check their phones on average 50 times a day - down from 55 times a day last year - according to a survey … Ireland • 04 Dec 19
More time spent on social media than calls - ComReg New research shows that consumers here are using our phones less and less for phone calls and more for messaging and social media. Business • 19 Nov 19
Review: Google Pixel 4 Will Goodbody road tests Google's new flagship and finds it has a lot to offer, but is let down by some fundamentals. Business • 08 Nov 19
Huawei revenue up 24.4% in first three quarters of 2019 Huawei Technologies' third-quarter revenue jumped 27%, driven by a surge in shipments of smartphones launched before a trade blacklisting by the US expected to hammer … Business • 16 Oct 19
Samsung's Q3 profit estimate exceeds expectations Samsung Electronics has today flagged slightly better than expected third quarter profits. Business • 08 Oct 19
Samsung to launch foldable smartphone after major delay Tech giant Samsung has said it will launch its hotly anticipated first foldable smartphone tomorrow, months after faulty screens forced an embarrassing delay of its … Business • 05 Sep 19
High speed mobile comes to Ireland: 5G explained After a lot of talk - and much hype - Irish consumers will today be able to try out high-speed mobile connectivity for themselves; but … Business • 13 Aug 19
OnePlus unveils next generation of flagship smartphones OnePlus has revealed a range of new flagship smartphones as it bids to grow its market share in the face of stiff competition from bigger … Business • 15 May 19
Google widens smartphone offering with cheaper options Google has unveiled two new mid-range versions of its Pixel smartphones as the technology giant attempts to broaden its appeal. Business • 08 May 19
Huawei posts higher profit as phone sales hit record China's Huawei Technologies, the world's third-biggest smartphone maker, turned in a higher annual profit on record handset sales. Business • 29 Mar 19
MWC19: LG unveils dual-screen 5G smartphone South Korea's LG Electronics has unveiled a 5G smartphone with a dual screen, the latest handset maker to pitch a new design feature in an … Business • 25 Feb 19
