More PC makers are bringing Android to desktops as users increasingly turn to the Internet for apps, storage and entertainment.
2014: Great risks, greater responsibilities
The need for advanced security is heightened further as we witness the transition to the third platform of computing, says Art Coviello, Executive Vice President EMC, Executive Chairman RSA, The Security Division of EMC.
Opinion: will CES device makers fall victim to Moore's Law?
Moore’s Law created a stable era for technology, and now that era is nearing its end. But it may be a blessing to say goodbye to a rule that’s driven the semiconductor industry since the 1960s.
Lenovo announces new consumer desktop PCs at CES, including an Android all-in-one
Lenovo has announced several new desktop PCs at CES, and in a move that’s sure to give Microsoft heartburn, one of these new machines is an all-in-one that runs the Android operating system, not Windows.
How the Internet of Things has created data hoarders
The mountain of information devices create is forcing companies to rethink how to securely capture, store and retrieve data to derive more value from it, says Greg White, Senior Manager of Product Marketing at CommVault
HP ships an Android all-in-one PC, plus several business laptops and desktops
It seems like a bit of a disconnect for HP to announce new commercial PCs at a trade show focused on consumer electronics, but HP -which didn’t book exhibit space at this year’s CES – is wise not to waste the opportunity.
Asus' new PC switches between Windows and Android in five seconds
PC maker Asus is taking the Windows-Android hybrid concept to another level with a convertible laptop that can switch between the two OSes with the click of an on-screen button.
Cybercrooks developing dangerous new file-encrypting ransomware, researchers warn
A team of malware developers is preparing to sell a new ransomware programme that encrypts files on infected computers, according to a volunteer group of security researchers who tracked the development of the threat on underground forums in recent weeks.
MTC, Multimedya to deliver Toshiba in ME
The distributors will deliver Toshiba flash drives and SD card products in ME
BlackBerry sues Typo over 'iconic' keyboard design
BlackBerry has filed a copyright infringement suit against a company co-founded by Ryan Seacrest that makes a keyboard case for the iPhone.
Laptops, Chromebooks, tablets: The PCs we expect to see at CES 2014
CES comes at an awkward time of the year for PC manufacturers. The holiday shopping season has ended by early January, and the industry’s next big selling season – back-to-school time -is many months away.
Aruba Networks Saudi roadshow to address Wi-Fi Enterprise Mobility challenges
Aruba Networks is set to host the final leg of its EMEA Mobility Roadshow with an event in Saudi Arabia that will be held tomorrow at the Holiday Inn, Izdihar.
5G Wireless: Reality looks to catch up with hype
Don’t feel bad if you don’t really know anything about 5G wireless networking – because, by most standards, it doesn’t actually exist yet.
FireEye buys endpoint response vendor Mandiant for $990 million
FireEye has bought privately-held endpoint security incident response vendor Mandiant in a deal worth $990 million.
Virtualisation: the bigger picture
As an annual maturity assessment, the Gartner Hype Cycle continues to provide an accurate indication of those technologies and IT trends that are continuing to change the landscape around us, particularly those that have created large-scale technological shifts that impact a diverse set of users.
Japan outlines 2020 exascale supercomputer project
Japan intends to deliver an exascale supercomputer in six years. The firm completion date makes Japan novel among the nations in the race to build exascale systems.
Starlink partners with Venafi
Through the partnership, the distributor will deliver Venafi products and solutions for Middle East, Turkey and Africa customers through its channel partners.
HP Spectre 13 review: a welcome return to the basics
HP’s Spectre 13 runs Windows 8, but it doesn’t contort, flip, swivel, or do any of the other impractical tricks that look so fun in advertisements. It’s not a tablet strapped to a dock, or a tablet with a keyboard cover, either. It’s just a regular ol’ Ultrabook. A very, very good Ultrabook.
Acer names semiconductor veteran as new CEO
Taiwanese computer maker Acer has named Jason Chen, Vice President, Worldwide Sales and Marketing, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, as its new president and CEO, effective 1st January.
Symantec releases updated Storage Foundation software
The new version enables data centres to adopt SSDs while leveraging existing storage investments.