In the fast-paced world of smartphones, a fierce rivalry has shaped the industry for over a decade. On one side, Apple, the epitome of…
Facebook Places now live in South Africa
Finally, after two months, Facebook Places in available in South Africa. Facebook places, just like Foursquare is about sharing your location with your friends…
Facebook’s India-style viral curve in Brazil
If history proves a guide, Facebook will soon take over from Orkut as Brazil’s dominant social network. The curves on this graph show a…
Drowning out internet noise through human filters
You may have a friend or two who you can always trust to tell you, with impeccable taste, which new films, albums, gadgets or…
Social media sites rally to Japan’s aid
Friday’s earthquake off the coast of Japan and the resulting tsunami has proven, yet again, how the internet and social media tools offer an…