Consumer tech stories - Page 22

Over 20% of enterprises will have digital security services focused on protecting IoT devices by 2017, according to Gartner.

JB Hi-Fi reports slight sales growth in New Zealand, with total sales rise of 5.3% across Australia and New Zealand.

The deal is about presenting Apple as a serious enterprise partner; as the company openly admits that it is a consumer-first company.

The Warehouse reports Q3 sales of $367.0m, up 3.2%, with 13 consecutive quarters of positive same store sales.

Apple and Starbucks are eyeing the mobile payment market, but will they truly disrupt the way we pay? Analyst James Wester weighs in.

Once widespread consumer adoption takes place, the enterprise is never far behind – whether it's ready or not.

Portia Chang, a veteran employee, appointed as the Regional Head of ASUS in New Zealand, bringing over a decade of experience to drive growth.

New Zealand firm PowerbyProxi has signed an agreement with US semiconductor company Texas Instruments to supply wireless power and charging solutions.

'Our competition is confused. They're turning tablets into PCs and PCs into tablets. Who knows what they're going to do next?'.

Apple's new strategy of free software could pressure Microsoft to lower its prices, a shift driven by hardware subsidies.

The news of Microsoft's acquisition of Nokia's Devices & Services business is a major shift for the software giant.

Dick Smith, now free from its financial obligations to Woolworths, embarks on a new chapter of growth and expansion under Anchorage Capital Partners.

Lenovo has acquired Brazil's PC leader CCE for USD $147 million, doubling its market share and bolstering its PC+ vision in the world's third-largest PC market.

Panasonic Toughpad launches in NZ, introducing a rugged business tablet able to withstand harsh environments and meeting robust business needs.

Woolworths offloads its Dick Smith electronics chain to Anchorage Capital Partners for AUD $20 million, sharpening its focus on core supermarket operations.

Data centres have evolved from mere storage facilities to integral components of business strategy, driving innovation and efficiency amidst a data explosion.

Fitbit enters New Zealand with its connected health products, promising opportunities for local retailers amid declining returns in traditional tech sectors.

Over 650k Macs remain plagued by the Flashback trojan, debunking Symantec's 140k claim. Meanwhile, Valve denies an Apple meeting and Path Finder 6 launches.

Paul Spain, host of the NZ Tech Podcast, covers what's involved with producing and launching a successful podcast.

Sam Hendry joins AVG as the new general manager, bringing extensive experience in government and IT. Hendry aims to bolster the company's ambitious growth.