Accenture Technology Vision 2012 predicts critical business impacts of six technology trends topping the CIO agenda.
Ford has developed the Door Edge Protector that could prevent car door scratches.
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The interface, originally exclusive to Apple, is being adopted by Acer and Asus for PCs.
The device allows users to interact with holographic images, or to manipulate virtual objects.
The company has released the NC215S, the first solar-powered netbook, providing 14.5 hours of combined battery life.
Considerable Facebook changes are expected this week - as is the usual resistance from users.
The mobile payments system is now available in the US, but it will still be several years before it has an impact on the mass market.
Modern browser-based ERP systems are cost-effective, readily customisable and easily integrated, says Astidian Systems.
Google may be a pusher, but at least it's coming clean about it.
The two dominant IT companies wouldn't be where they are today without each other.
The netbook impresses with its 10-hour average battery life, but disappoints in its multi-tasking capability.
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