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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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Gardening with digital skills at Christchuch high school

Thu, 13th Apr 2017
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Christchurch's Mairehau High marries horticulture with tech, fostering green fingers and digital know-how in a groundbreaking project.
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HP wrestles top spot away from Lenovo as PC shipments grow - yes, grow

Wed, 12th Apr 2017
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HP has ousted Lenovo to take top spot in the PC shipment market, as global PC shipments see their first growth in five years.
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How to support the literacy of all learners with learning tools

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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As an organisation, Microsoft has a huge focus on accessibility when it comes to enabling everyone to use technology.
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Updated: 7 key opportunities for Kiwi partners from HP Partner First Forum

Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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HP New Zealand Partner First Forum highlighted a number of adjacent markets for HP's resellers to grow into. And the markets are...
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A new generation of Chromebooks, designed for millions of students and educators

Tue, 28th Feb 2017
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When I was a student, I juggled different tools throughout my day—a paper notebook for history, a shared desktop for writing.
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IDC: PC outlook remains mildly negative – but there is a silver lining

Tue, 28th Feb 2017
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IDC has released their report that details a slight decline in the personal computing devices market through to 2021 - it's not all bad though.
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Microsoft: Connecting Kiwi schools through professional learning groups

Fri, 24th Feb 2017
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Primarily because it links into the professional development model that is increasingly being adopted in New Zealand schools.
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The 30 day MacBook Pro challenge: Can a Windows user become a Mac convert?

Fri, 24th Feb 2017
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Can a Windows user be converted into an Apple fan in just thirty days? I play guinea pig and use the MacBook Pro for work - and for play.
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Rugged mobility: Take your PC anywhere you need it – without fear

Tue, 14th Feb 2017
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As we become an increasingly mobile workforce, demand for devices that accompany us anywhere has soared - here's a look into two Durabook products.
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Bad experiences for almost 70 percent of Kiwi online daters - tips for success

Mon, 13th Feb 2017
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If you're planning to find your Mr or Mrs Right online, then it would pay to take note of the Norton Online Dating Survey first.
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Ingram Micro NZ HP resellers sailing away to Bermuda in new promo

Mon, 13th Feb 2017
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Ingram Micro New Zealand resellers could be Bermuda bound if they surpass expectations in the distributor's new HP promotion.
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Global IT spending increases – opportunities for vendors to continue

Thu, 9th Feb 2017
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Global IT spending is forecast to reach nearly $2.4 trillion USD in 2017, representing an increase of 3.5 percent over 2016.
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Internet of things, data centre aid Intel in 'transformative' year

Mon, 6th Feb 2017
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Strength in its IoT, data centre and security offerings helped drive Intel revenues for 2016 up, but weren't enough to prevent declining net income.
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Dominating Apple not immune to tablet market woe, Lenovo 'one to watch'

Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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Even the holiday quarter of 2016 couldn't save the dwindling tablet market as it continued its spirally decline, IDC says.
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Google's new generation of Chromebooks, designed for students and educators

Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Chromebooks, the device of choice for educators, are set to get new features including stylus capabilities and world-facing cameras.
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HP expands global battery recall due to fire and burn hazards

Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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HP expands voluntary safety recall for notebook computer batteries sold between March 2013 and August 2015 due to fire and safety concerns.
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Declining APAC PC market set to stabilise, but will remain challenging

Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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Asia Pacific PC market sees 5.5% YoY decrease in 2016, but commercial market contracts by only 1.4%, says IDC.
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Our lax attitude to passwords is 'leaving the front door open' to trouble

Thu, 19th Jan 2017
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The humble password is still creating headaches for internet users across the world – and many people are still making bad password decisions.
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Is the PC market on the road to recovery?

Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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Worldwide PC shipments in Q4 2016 totalled 70.2 million units, with a 1.5% decline YoY, according to IDC's tracker.