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Exclusive: IDC NZ tells of mixed times ahead for New Zealand PC market

Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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IDC New Zealand outlines the current state of play for the New Zealand PC market - and where the bright spots can be found in a declining market.
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Hands-on Review: ACER Aspire S13 - slim, sexy and powerful

Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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The Aspire S13 is easily one of the most user-friendly devices I've trialled, with a powerful processor, the wonderful ergonomics and a sexy feel.
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Cool Ideas to get started with Office 365 in your classroom

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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In this post, I will share some of the productivity elements of Office 365 classroom that have helped make my teaching life easier!.
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Canvas announces seamless integration with Microsoft

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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Integration allows seamless use of Microsoft tools on Canvas' platform for millions of educators and learners.
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Intel sees slower data center growth in second quarter 2016

Mon, 25th Jul 2016
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Intel's data centre business sees muted growth in Q2, despite overall $13.5bn revenue and solid profitability. CEO Krzanich remains optimistic.
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Hands-on Review: HP Spectre - the world's thinnest notebook

Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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The lovely folks at HP seem to be determined to turn me to the Windows side, and with the Spectre, they may be edging ever closer to success.
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Exclusive: Ingram Micro NZ: Ups and downs but 'solid' 2015

Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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Holding company Ingram Micro Holdings clocked up a $3.3m loss last year but the figures don't tell the true story of Ingram Micro NZ, the distributor.
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Acer NZ slides further into the red despite revenue increases

Tue, 5th Jul 2016
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Acer's New Zealand operations have tumbled further into the red, despite an increase in revenue, with losses topping $1 million for FY15.
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NZ schools our windows to the future

Thu, 30th Jun 2016
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What does the school of the future look like? That's the question that New Era and Microsoft New Zealand posed to students and teachers.
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Acer suffers US data breach, extent of damage unknown

Mon, 27th Jun 2016
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Taiwanese tech giant Acer recently suffered a massive data breach that has potentially affected 34,500 of its US customers.
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Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy TabPro S - 4G LTE

Mon, 27th Jun 2016
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The Samsung Galaxy TabPro S has been officially described as the perfect tablet for work and play. But what's behind the hype and how does it perform?.
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HP announce a worldwide voluntary battery recall

Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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HP initiates global recall for certain notebooks' batteries amid overheating fears, urges immediate cessation of use.
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Stability remains elusive as PC market continues to struggle

Fri, 10th Jun 2016
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Stability remains elusive in the PC market, with forecasts predicting further struggle for the sector as numerous factors continue to cause strain.
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HP channels mobility with new range

Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
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HP NZ announced its next generation of products: The HP Elite x3, HP Elite x2 1012, HP EliteBook Folio and the HP ZBook Studio G3 Workstation.
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Dove inks HP distribution deal as it ramps up print focus

Wed, 25th May 2016
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Dove Electronics has won a distie deal for HP printers and consumables. Boss Chris Rycroft tells us about the deal and Dove's increased print focus.
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Opportunities still exist for PC vendors, despite struggling market

Mon, 23rd May 2016
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Despite a slump in PC sales, Gartner highlights profitable niches for vendors in ultramobile and gaming sectors.
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Hands-on Review: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

Tue, 17th May 2016
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If Darth Vader owned a laptop, I'd wager that it'd be a Lenovo. They're built like brick you-know-what houses.
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Global PC market not looking great, APAC remains weak

Fri, 13th May 2016
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Apple leads a struggling global PC market with a 17% shipment drop, as APAC regions falter due to smartphone-driven decline in demand.
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Acer works to maintain lead in competitive PC market

Mon, 9th May 2016
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Acer battles for supremacy in the fierce PC industry, positioning itself as an innovator amidst giants with clearer visions.
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Apple remains top dog of declining tablet market

Mon, 2nd May 2016
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Tablet shipments decline as large smartphones erode market, says TrendForce. 35.2 million units shipped in Q1 2016.