![App happy: 33 billion mobile apps downloaded this summer App happy: 33 billion mobile apps downloaded this summer](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/61602658623_TECHNOLOGY.jpg)
App happy: 33 billion mobile apps downloaded this summer
This is largely explained by new user needs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic due to isolation, homeworking.
Wed Oct 14 2020
![India bans TikTok, other Chinese mobile apps India bans TikTok, other Chinese mobile apps](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/71585217681_tiktok.jpg)
India bans TikTok, other Chinese mobile apps
India has banned TikTok video app and dozens of other mobile apps developed by Chinese firms over security and privacy concerns.
Tue Jun 30 2020
![When a selfie is not enough: India abuzz over 'velfie' craze When a selfie is not enough: India abuzz over 'velfie' craze](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-07/51435979180_SELFIE.jpg)
When a selfie is not enough: India abuzz over 'velfie' craze
Move over selfie, India is embracing the "velfie" with Bollywood stars, sporting heroes and even politicians taking and posting videos of themselves online using a range of new mobile apps.
Mon Jul 06 2015
![Modern-day childhood, smartphones and apps Modern-day childhood, smartphones and apps](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-05/81431683817_295x200.jpg)
Modern-day childhood, smartphones and apps
More children are now accustomed to staring at a screen rather than engaging in real world interactions. Cherish Leow ponders on the effect of technology and apps to modern-day childhood.
Mon May 18 2015
![HLB targets 50 pct of its retail customers to use mobile app in three years HLB targets 50 pct of its retail customers to use mobile app in three years](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-10/81413426341_295x200.jpg)
HLB targets 50 pct of its retail customers to use mobile app in three years
In less than a year, Hong Leong Bank has about 80,000 active users using its mobile apps banking system called PEx (Payment Express).
Wed Apr 01 2015
![Smartphone, our new learning tool Smartphone, our new learning tool](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-01/61357130541_295x200.jpg)
Smartphone, our new learning tool
Smartphone has long transcended beyond a mere communication tool. This new year, let us make ourselves a promise to make it a learning tool as well. Here's a few mobile apps to train our brains.
Sun Jan 04 2015
![Uber-heated battle as mobile apps rattle Asia's taxis Uber-heated battle as mobile apps rattle Asia's taxis](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-08/71409223132_295x200.jpg)
Uber-heated battle as mobile apps rattle Asia's taxis
Southeast Asia's notorious taxi market is undergoing a shakeout as Uber and homegrown mobile booking applications gain popularity in the region.
Mon Oct 13 2014
![Have I found a digital replacement to my typewriter? Have I found a digital replacement to my typewriter?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-08/71408896972_295x200.jpg)
Have I found a digital replacement to my typewriter?
Comparing with other apps, I wouldn't say that I am blown away by Hanx Writer, but the novelty factor is there.
Mon Aug 25 2014
![WhatsApp deal shows stunning growth of messaging apps WhatsApp deal shows stunning growth of messaging apps](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-02/61392986503_295x200.jpg)
WhatsApp deal shows stunning growth of messaging apps
The astonishingly high price paid for the messaging service WhatsApp underscores how mobile apps are transforming the way we communicate.
Mon Feb 24 2014
![Mobile apps shake up world of dating Mobile apps shake up world of dating](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-08/51376871553_295x200.jpg)
Mobile apps shake up world of dating
The use of mobile apps for meeting and dating is multiplying as people rely more on their smartphones as a daily hub.
Mon Feb 17 2014