CNME looks beyond the virtual reality hype and explores how this technology could create business value for enterprises in the Middle East.
IDC: MEA tablet market sees decline
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) tablet market declined 24.2 percent year on year (Y-o-Y) in the final quarter of 2016 to total 3.07 million units, according to the latest figures announced today by International Data Corporation (IDC).
Reseller ME Partner Excellence Awards judging panel announced
Reseller Middle East has announced the panel of judges for the 2017 edition of its Partner Excellence Awards, which will be held on 10th May 2017 at the Conrad Hotel, Dubai.
IBM inventors received over 8,000 patents in 2016
The company’s 2016 patent output covers a diverse range of inventions in artificial intelligence and cognitive computing, cognitive health, cloud, cybersecurity and other strategic growth areas for the company.
TP-Link showcases Neffos smartphones at CES 2017
Neffos, a brand established by TP-Link, will exhibit for the first time at this year’s CES. With “Close to you” as its brand slogan, Neffos aims to strive to “make the most human-oriented personal mobile device in the digital era.”
Middle East mobile phone market continues to decline
The Middle East mobile phone market suffered its third consecutive quarter-on-quarter decline in Q3 2016, according to the latest IDC figures.
Nokia phones poised for a comeback in 2017
Former Finish phone giant Nokia is looking to make a comeback into the smartphone market after its acquisition by Microsoft in 2014.
Microsoft takes part at Big 5 as lead technology partner
Microsoft has announced that it will be participating as the lead technology partner at the Big 5 International Building and Construction Show 2016, taking place from the 21st to 24th of November at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
HP highlights ‘security’ in printers
At GITEX 2016, the company is highlighting its complete range of Laser printers and a new line of scanners, which are faster, competitively priced and cloud connected.
The power of one
Following its historic split from HP Inc., Hewlett Packard Enterprise is now playing its part in in delivering Dubai’s Smart City ambitions. Vice president for the Middle East, Mediterranean and Africa region Chris Johnson is bullish about HPE’s prospects as an independent infrastructure partner for the GCC.
Review: ZenPad 10 Z300C
The Asus ZenPad 10 isn’t going to win any outstanding performance awards, but if what you’re after is a budget, convertible tablet with a decent sound system, then this is the device for you.
The race to 5G
While it may still be years away, developing an understanding of how 5G will impact your enterprise will be hugely beneficial in the long run.
Microsoft’s smart home mission moves forward
The Thread Group and Open Connectivity Foundation have joined forces to make it easier for smart home devices to connect with Windows 10.
Etisalat launches VoLTE services
According to the telco company, the new service will allow its mobile customers, both prepaid and post-paid, to use LTE for full voice and data services on a single LTE-enabled device.
Apple’s iPhone 6 faces potential sales ban in China
Apple’s iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus face a potential sales ban in China due to a patent dispute with a local company.
A matter of security
Having ramped up quickly since its inception, the UAE-based cybersecurity player DarkMatter is gearing up to lead the regional security market, armed with security pros and a diverse range of services. Faisal Al Bannai, CEO of DarkMatter, talks about the company’s customer-centric action plan.
IDC: MEA tablet market continues to decline
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) tablet market declined 12.3 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2016 to total 3.32 million units, according to the latest figures from International Data Corporation (IDC).
Reseller ME names Partner Excellence Awards’ judging panel
Reseller Middle East has announced the panel of judges for its upcoming Partner Excellence Awards, which will be held on 25th May 2016 at Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Now in its seventh edition, the awards programme has, over the years, been one of the most anticipated event in the regional channel community.
5 things you need to know about 5G
While it may still be years away, understanding how 5G will impact the enterprise now will help you plan accordingly. We bring you five points on how industry players can tap into the benefits of the technology.
City-as-a-service
Habtoor City is almost live. The Business Bay complex features a trio of five-star hotels, a showstopping aqua-theatre and tennis academy. Mahmoud Kamal, Chief Information Officer, Habtoor Hotels, was tasked with delivering a fresh and powerful infrastructure that could satisfy the needs of an expected 20,000 daily visitors.