Global Stories

Reports of PC's death greatly exaggerated

Despite HP ditching its PC division, Microsoft's Frank Shaw argues the PC era is far from over, heralding a future of digital collaboration.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 22nd Aug 2011

Investors flee HP

HP shares plummeted to USD $23.60 as investors panic over the company's drastic strategic shift, casting doubt on its future prospects.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 22nd Aug 2011

Lenovo

Huge shake-up for HP

HP announces the end of webOS, eyes British software firm Autonomy for acquisition, and moots spinning off its PC division.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Aug 2011

HP to discontinue webOS devices

Just a week after slashing prices, HP has announced it will cease production of its TouchPad tablets and other webOS devices, signalling a strategic shift.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 19th Aug 2011

Virtualisation

Hewlett-Packard targets big players

Hewlett-Packard unveils Next Generation Desktop, aiming to simplify networks for government, healthcare, and finance giants with Microsoft and Citrix.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Aug 2011

Motorola

HP launches TouchPad tablet with webOS

HP debuts its TouchPad tablet featuring the innovative webOS, aiming to revolutionize the market with unique multitasking and integration capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jul 2011

Network Infrastructure

Wi-fi experts compare different brands

Tech site Tom's Hardware pits Cisco, HP, and Ruckus in wi-fi battle, with Ruckus emerging as a top performer in demanding settings.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011

Cloud Security

HP makes enterprise appointments

HP appoints David Caspari as SVP for Asia Pacific, with Alan Bennett and Archie Reed taking key roles in the South Pacific to drive enterprise growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2011

Hybrid & Remote Work

Polycom acquires HP teleconferencing unit

Polycom set to acquire HP's teleconferencing arm, aiming to transform global communication with the Open Visual Communications Consortium.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2011

Unified Communications

Skype installs 'crapware' without user knowledge

Skype secretly installs 'crapware' on PCs, sparking concerns about consent and system bloat. Users advised on removal steps.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 30th May 2011

Stories from Other Regions

TouchPad dead but not buried

HP announces final production run to meet unfulfilled demand, head of PC division promises tablets are still on the agenda.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2011

HP offloading TouchPads in NZ - Updated

HP slashes TouchPad prices in NZ, mirroring global fire sales, amid controversy over retailer practices and stock issues.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Aug 2011

Apple

iPad tops consumer interest survey

In a US survey, the iPad reigns supreme in consumer preference, overshadowing new entrants like HP's TouchPad in the competitive tablet market.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 18th Aug 2011

Apple

HP cuts price of TouchPad - Updated

HP slashes TouchPad prices in NZ, lowering the 16GB to $679 and the 32GB version to $819, amid criticism over high costs compared to the US.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2011

Apple

HP TouchPad price queried

HP faces scrutiny over TouchPad pricing as its NZD $799 and $949 models are significantly higher compared to US prices, despite factors like GST and freight.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011