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PC & smartphone markets on strong growth trajectory in 2021 - IDC
Unified Communications

PC & smartphone markets on strong growth trajectory in 2021 - IDC

Worldwide smartphone shipments could achieve a 5.5% growth rate this year - and PC shipment rates will also grow 18.2%.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Mar 2021
SMBs look to laptops for work mobility, but many don't see a future in remote working
Mobile Device Management

SMBs look to laptops for work mobility, but many don't see a future in remote working

Laptops are the future of work for many SMBs in Asia Pacific post-COVID-19, but owners may not be ready, says a new survey from IDC and ASUS.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Mar 2021
Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings
Mobile Device Management

Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings

Jamf has acquired technical assets from cmdSecurity to enhance its Apple device management platform with new security capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Mar 2021
Biometric IoT monetisation opportunities suffer from strategic misalignment - report
Biometrics

Biometric IoT monetisation opportunities suffer from strategic misalignment - report

Strategic misalignment is the prevalent threat keeping innovative biometric monetisation from reaching critical mass in the larger IoT ecosystem.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
Modern device management – enterprise-grade endpoint security for home workers
Mobile Device Management

Modern device management – enterprise-grade endpoint security for home workers

To support and empower employees, organisations need enterprise-grade security that reaches beyond the confines of the workplace.

By Nick Forrester • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
MDM In 2021 – It's time to switch to modern management
Mobile Device Management

MDM In 2021 – It's time to switch to modern management

Microsoft Intune is set to become the clear leader in mobile device management, with 35% global market adoption expected in 2021 and over 50% in 2022.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
2021 will be a 'blockbuster' year for PC market
Semiconductors

2021 will be a 'blockbuster' year for PC market

The global PC market is expected to grow 8% in 2021, with total shipments reaching 496.8 million units, according to Canalys.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
Fujitsu designs new notebooks for the new style of working
Mobile Device Management

Fujitsu designs new notebooks for the new style of working

Fujitsu unveils new LIFEBOOK models designed for professionals navigating remote working, featuring Intel's 11th gen vPro platform.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
Interview: It's time to rename MDM to Modern Device Management
Malware

Interview: It's time to rename MDM to Modern Device Management

Mobile device management is no longer about being tied to physical devices - in fact, IT administrators shouldn't even need to go near them.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
Nokia and University of Technology Sydney partner for 5G innovation
Unified Communications

Nokia and University of Technology Sydney partner for 5G innovation

Nokia partners with University of Technology Sydney to build a 5G innovation facility, focusing on Industry 4.0 and smart cities.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Mar 2021
Lenovo unleashes major expansion of ThinkPad range
Lenovo

Lenovo unleashes major expansion of ThinkPad range

Lenovo's popular ThinkPad line has expanded with a redesign and improved hardware for the X13 series, tailored for hybrid and remote working.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Mar 2021
Sophos announces collaboration with Qualcomm for PC security
Unified Communications

Sophos announces collaboration with Qualcomm for PC security

Sophos plans to combine its Intercept X cybersecurity technology with Qualcomm's Snapdragon compute platforms, bringing next-generation security to PCs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2021
Y Soft adds to identity verification solution portfolio
Biometrics

Y Soft adds to identity verification solution portfolio

Y Soft is adding to its portfolio of identity verification solutions with the release of a new secure identity verification for networked printers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2021
Apple and Xiaomi only vendors to see smartphone growth in 2020 — Gartner
Apple

Apple and Xiaomi only vendors to see smartphone growth in 2020 — Gartner

Worldwide smartphone sales declined 5.4% in Q4 2020, with Apple and Xiaomi being the only vendors to experience growth, according to Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
Hands-on Review: The 2020 iPad Air
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The 2020 iPad Air

While it is a really exciting device on its own, the accessories are what take the iPad Air up to the iPad Pro level.

By Lama Farhat • 5 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021
Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy S21 5G
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy S21 5G

This phone is definitely worth a look if you're after a smartphone with some brunt and without an intimidating price tag.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2021
Apple and Samsung lead semiconductor spend in 2020 — Gartner
Gaming

Apple and Samsung lead semiconductor spend in 2020 — Gartner

The top 10 original equipment manufacturers increased their semiconductor spend by 10% in 2020 and accounted for 42% of the market, according to Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2021

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Samsung launches first 5G Network in New Zealand
Unified Communications

Samsung launches first 5G Network in New Zealand

Samsung Electronics New Zealand and Spark New Zealand have launched their first 5G network in Christchurch, offering ultra-fast connectivity to Kiwis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Mar 2021