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).
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Apple wins $539 million in Samsung patent case
A US jury has recently ordered Samsung Electronics to pay $539 million to Apple for copying patented smartphone features, according to court documents, Reuters reported.0 4054
Riverbed appoints new EMEA sales SVP
Riverbed Technology has announced the appointment of Andy Elder as the Senior Vice President (SVP) for Sales of its operations in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.
Amazon Web Services outage hits websites and apps
Multiple web users who rely on the cloud service have experienced widespread technical disruptions due to an unknown issue.
VMware announces NFV platform
VMware has announced VMware vCloud NFV 2.0, designed to modernise and transform network architectures and operations for global communications service …
Microsoft appoints new MEA head
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Samer Abu Ltaif as the President of its operations in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
Microsoft names new President for MEA region
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Samer Abu Ltaif as the President of its operations in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
HP announces additions to its mobility lineup at MWC 2017
HP Inc. has announced a new commercial 2-in-1 detachable along with a range of new accessories that “empower people” to work wherever, whenever, with connected and secure mobile devices
Huawei outlines opportunities for growth in emerging markets
Huawei has outlined its role as an “all-round” strategic partner to countries looking to advance economic and social development, during the Digital Transformation Forum held recently in Barcelona.
Nokia brings back iconic 3310
Nokia has recently launched three new Android smartphones and unveiled a revamped version of the iconic 3310 phone more than 10 years after it was phased out.
BlackBerry KEYone launched
The new BlackBerry KEYone smartphone, unveiled ahead of the Mobile World Congress 2017, is the first smartphone to carry the brand that doesn’t come from BlackBerry.