Acer Computers, a leading PC manufacturer, has appointed Optimus as a value added distributor to compliment its robust channel eco-system …
PC makers rush to build Windows 8 tablets
Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 8 will be entirely released by the end of October, signalling when Windows 8 laptops, PCs and …
Amazon, Google, Apple among least transparent companies in the world
Apple, Amazon.com and Google are among the least transparent companies in the world, according to a survey of 105 publicly …
Tablets, smartphones dent PC shipments in second quarter
Tablets and smartphones continued to eat away at worldwide PC shipments, which remained flat during the second quarter, according to …
Big data hype leads to business analytics growth: IDC
The global market for business analytics software grew roughly 14 percent in 2011, fueled by pervasive hype about “big data” …
Cisco recognises channel partners at Partner Summit UAE 2012
At its recent Partner Summit UAE 2012, Cisco demonstrated its ongoing focus and commitment to its channel partners by recognising …
MIT develops energy-harvesting chip
Over the years, we’ve seen researchers develop some rather unorthodox energy harvesting systems, including photovoltaics (solar panels), piezoelectric materials that …
Mobile devices will be primary platform for accessing data: SAP
Mobility, cloud and in-memory computing are emerging as the top trends in the enterprise space today and in the coming …
Windows 8 goes to manufacturers in August, will ship in October
Windows 8, the next major upgrade of Microsoft’s operating system for PCs, tablets and laptops, will be released to manufacturers …
Steady start
The AccessData Group recently ventured into the region to cater to the demand for enterprise scale advanced security solutions. The …
Asus ROG G75VW- a 5G Wi-Fi notebook for gamers
Asus has introduced a 5G WiFi enabled gaming notebook – the ROG G75VW. The notebook features Broadcom’s 5G WiFi chip, …
Taiwan warns new Apple patent could target Ultrabooks
A Taiwanese government office is warning local PC vendors of a new Apple patent for its MacBook Air that could …
European Parliament rejects ACTA copyright treaty
Members of the European Parliament rejected the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement on Wednesday by 478 votes to 39. The result …
Port of Fujairah integrates core operational systems with Oracle’s E- Business Suite R12
The Port of Fujairah, the multipurpose port located on the Eastern seaboard of the UAE, has rolled out Oracle E-Business …
Dell XPS 13
The Dell XPS is back. The undeniably famous brand name that even Dr. Sheldon Cooper himself owned before he got …
Samsung Series 5 550 Chromebook
A year ago, we saw the first Samsung Chromebook and we were left feeling pretty underwhelmed with it. Not only …
A new era
With the advent of the BYOD phenomenon, the amount of threats businesses face have multiplied on an unprecedented scale. Ben …
Acer unveils Windows 8 PC lineup
Acer has launched its series of Windows 8-based products, which includes the premium Aspire S7 Ultrabook, Iconia W Series tablets, …
Application threats rise in the Middle East: Report
Almost 70% of external attacks on Middle East organisations in 2011 were on applications, according to the latest Threat Intelligence …
Dell buying Quest for $2.4 billion
Dell announced yesterday that it is buying Quest Software for US$2.4 billion, following weeks of speculation over its interest in …