Mobile stories

The WHOOSH! Screen Cleaner Kit offers a compact, streak-free solution to restore screens to showroom condition with a gentle, non-toxic spray and cloth.

Optus and Nokia trial drone-based and small cell tech to swiftly restore mobile networks after natural disasters, enhancing emergency communications in affected areas.

APAC leads mobile commerce growth with a 13% rise in app installs, as brands shift focus to loyalty and AI-driven user engagement in 2025.

NorthEdge has invested in Newcastle's Oak Engage to boost growth of its employee engagement software, serving clients like NatWest and Aldi.

Xsolla launches Buy Button, enabling mobile game developers to bypass Apple’s 30% fees by using direct payment links after a US court ruling.

Liftoff launches AppRefinery, an AI-powered platform offering developers deep insights into over 20 app categories to boost user engagement and growth.

Digital.ai unveils Quick Protect Agent, enabling organisations to secure mobile apps swiftly with minimal technical skills, tackling rising AI-driven cyber threats.

Australia leads APAC with top digital video ad engagement but faces rising ad fraud and brand safety risks, says Integral Ad Science report.

Corrata's report reveals ECH privacy protocol use is rare among enterprise mobiles but exploited by 17% of risky sites, mainly via Cloudflare network.

Global user opt-in for app tracking reaches 50%, with iOS ad spend up 26% as marketers embrace privacy-focused strategies post-Apple's ATT rollout.

Canadian online retail sales fell 3% in Q1 2025, with average order values dropping amid cautious spending and rising promotional offers.

Singapore's Travelgoogoo launches Travelgoogoo365, offering a £14 annual global eSIM membership with unlimited messaging across 123 destinations worldwide.

Schneider Electric launches Schneider OffGrid, a portable power station offering versatile charging for devices, targeting Europe's outdoor and remote work markets.

Boost Mobile launches Get On A Network That Cuts It campaign, highlighting its Telstra-backed coverage and value to challenge Australian mobile users.

Lifecycle Software has partnered with Collab to enhance its NEXUS platform with AI-driven customer care solutions, boosting efficiency for mobile operators.

Mobile app usage in Indonesia has surged during Ramadan, with shopping sessions up 11%, highlighting the cultural significance of the holy month.

Telstra and CommBank have announced an extension to their partnership, introducing new 'Fraud Indicator' technology to enhance fraud detection and protect against identity theft.

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has joined forces with Vietnam's Xanh SM to promote eco-friendly mobility solutions in Indonesia, enhancing tech-driven transportation.

Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.

Lifecycle Software predicts that 2025 will see a rise in Mobile Virtual Network Operators, AI regulation challenges, and significant advancements in 6G technology.