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Gaming, portability keeping PC market green despite numbers' drop

Fri, 31st Aug 2018
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2-in-1s, ultra-slim notebooks and gaming PCs will keep market value growing, despite dropping sales numbers, says IDC.
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IDC - Global traditional PC market growth strongest since 1Q12

Mon, 16th Jul 2018
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The traditional PC market witnessed its strongest growth since 1Q12, with 2Q18 shipments reaching 62.3 million units, a 2.7% year-on-year increase, per IDC.
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Chorus to expand Wi-Fi trials following Christchurch success

Mon, 18th Jun 2018
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Chorus and N4L announced they are expanding a trial that uses Chorus network infrastructure to bring free internet into the homes of students.
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Stability on the horizon for the global PC and tablet market, according to Canalys

Fri, 25th May 2018
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Global PC and tablet market shipments to fall 2.1% this year, but Canalys says the decline is slowing, indicating potential long-term stability.
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Spend less time inking and more time printing with Epson

Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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Ensuring great long-term value, affordable low-cost refill bottles are available across the entire collection.
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IDC says there's a silver lining behind ongoing PC decline

Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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Despite the personal computing devices market posting another decline in 2017, IDC says there are a number of positive aspects to take advantage of.
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Epson launches the WorkForce ET-4750 EcoTank all-in-one multifunction printer

Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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Epson has launched the PrecisionCore-powered WorkForce ET-4750 refillable EcoTank all-in-one multifunction printer.
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Exclusive: Six key Kiwi takeaways from Aruba Atmosphere

Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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Aruba's annual APAC Atmosphere served up plenty of info on the vendor's vision for smart spaces. But what was in it for the Kiwi reseller?.
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Epson NZ launches new multifunctional printer

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Epson NZ's new WorkForce ET-4750 EcoTank printer offers up to two years of ink, cartridge-free printing, and advanced wireless connectivity, priced at NZD $749.
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Pixelbook vs MacBook: Google's new laptop could be perfect for creators

Fri, 6th Oct 2017
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Google's Pixelbook enters the fray, promising a versatile experience for modern creators, challenging Apple's MacBook domain.
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Traditional PC market declines but fares better than expected

Fri, 14th Jul 2017
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​Worldwide shipments of traditional PCs declined in the first quarter of 2017, but surprisingly the figures are more positive than expected.
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Singapore PC market 'dynamic' - even if it is declining

Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Singapore's PC market has remains dynamic according to industry analysts IDC – despite the market recording a 'mild' decline of 2.1% yoy for Q1.
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School IT procurement survey finds out which tech wins

Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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A recent survey has asked schools what their IT preferences are for digital devices in the classroom. Which product would be best for you?.
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Cyclone fleshes out All of Government offerings with new Acer deal

Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Cyclone has inked a deal with Acer which will see it providing the vendor's full product suite to All of Government participating agencies.
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New partnership gives educators more ICT procurement options

Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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Acer and Cyclone forge new partnership to pass on savings and a wider range of ICT procurement options to New Zealand Schools.
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Microsoft takes on Google, Apple in education market with new Surface Laptop

Wed, 3rd May 2017
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Microsoft is looking to go to the top of the class with its new Surface Laptop with Windows 10S, unveiled overnight in New York.
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Is the end near for some PC vendors as shipments drop to 2007 lows?

Wed, 19th Apr 2017
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Gartner says PC vendors without a strong business play will soon be forced out of the market as shipments drop below 2007 levels. So who will remain?.
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Top five Reasons to choose Parallels RAS over Citrix solutions

Thu, 6th Apr 2017
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By choosing Parallels RAS, businesses can build an application & virtual desktop solution without having to deal with any of Citrix's low points.
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Week in review: The biggest stories that went down last week on NetGuide

Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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From OPPO's NZ debut to the 4.5G buzz and Apple's user-friendly edge—here's the week in tech that had tongues wagging on NetGuide!.
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Apple devices are easier to use than rival devices, says Jamf

Thu, 16th Mar 2017
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Global survey by Jamf confirms Apple devices surpass rivals in ease-of-use in businesses and schools, bolstering adoption rates.