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Fine the file sharers?
BT's chief executive says that file sharers should be fined rather than cut off completely. BBC
Networks in battle to win iPad
The UK's big mobile players are wrestling with each other to secure exclusive network rights for the iPad. Expert Reviews
More broadband boosters needed
It's going to take a lot more than just reducing price tags to get more people online using broadband in the UK, according to new research. Cable
Microsoft rolls out video-on-demand
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Microsoft's new video-on-demand service is expected to be rolled out this week, featuring access to a myriad of programmes. Guardian
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Trade body urges UK government to speed up National Semiconductor Strategy
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In praise of the early adopters
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Apple is experimenting with attention sensors to save battery life
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Apple unveils M1-powered iPad Pro and iMac at April 2021 event
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US lawmakers call for restrictions on software exports to Chinese chip companies
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iPad Air 2020 debuts with A14 Bionic chip and USB-C
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Apple reveals iPadOS at WWDC19
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