February 3, 2012
SmartNet opened up to Android devices, iOS version due in Q1
Mobile operator Smart Communications announced that it has opened up its SmartNet service to other Android devices, although the company said there would still be a “Netphone” model that would banner the software kit.
The upcoming iOS version of SmartNet
A “network” within a network, SmartNet provides users a host of free services such as chatting, search, and social stream.
The carrier said in a recent press briefing that the software, which can be downloaded for free at the Android Marketplace, will also have an iOS version in the first quarter of the year.
Mitch Padua, head of Smart’s development and application division, said they are also looking at creating similar versions for…
Survey: PH still ‘offline market’ for e-commerce
The latest edition of an annual “digital life” survey has shown that Filipinos are still hesitant to make purchases in the Internet because of the lack of online trade infrastructure in the country.
An executive of consumer research firm TNS discusses the results of the “Digital Life 2012” study in a recent press briefing in Makati City
In the Digital Life 2012 study conducted by consumer research firm TNS, it was revealed that although a growing number of consumers is doing online research prior to purchasing a certain product, they still prefer buying “offline”.
The most number of consumers who conduct online research are looking for a new car, with 18 percent…
