This will be the final edition of the iTWire UPDATE for 2017. We will be back on 15 January 2018 and we wish you a very Happy Christmas and New Year.

Facing complaints from users, Apple has admitted that the latest iteration of its iOS operating system restricts the computing power of some iPhone models in order to cut the risk of unexpected shutdowns.

Telecommunications providers will next year have to adhere to a number of new rules drafted by the Australian Communications and Media Authority to improve the experience of consumers who move to the national broadband network.

Looks like Amazon is keeping its biggest 2017 deals for Boxing Day, with the promise of "hundreds of deals across all categories", including 40% off select fashion and much, much more.

The Federal Court has rejected Vodafone Hutchison Australia's application to review the conduct of the competition watchdog in holding a public inquiry and making a draft decision not to declare mobile roaming.

Australian-listed global parking business Smart Parking is set to operate in Adelaide, after being advised that the City of Adelaide intends to provide Smart Parking sensors, smart phone guidance and payment application and maintenance services in the city.

A Telstra-led consortium of large energy users has inked long-term power purchase agreements covering the 226 megawatt (MW) first stage of the Murra Warra Wind Farm near Horsham in western Victoria.

And of course, there's plenty more so for all the news visit www.itwire.com.

Have a great day!

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