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OWC launches 'fastest' Atlas USB4 CFexpress card reader in Japan
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OWC launches the Atlas USB4 CFexpress Type B memory card reader, reported to be the sector's fastest, promising transfer speeds over 3300MB/s and improved user efficiency.
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Cloudbrink extends mobile OS support in drive for remote working
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Cloudbrink extends its secure access service to Android, iOS, and Chromebook, boosting mobile support for remote work.
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Adobe extends availability of Adobe Express and Photoshop to all Chromebooks
Fri, 6th Oct 2023
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Adobe's creative apps, Adobe Express and Photoshop, are now extended to all Chromebooks, offering advanced AI features.
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PC and tablet markets on the decline, millions of units down - IDC
Tue, 7th Mar 2023
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Declining demand and challenging macro-economic conditions have caused IDC to further lower its forecast for the worldwide PC and tablet markets.
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Hands-on review: Asus CM3 Chromebook
Mon, 14th Nov 2022
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Does the Asus 10.5-inch CM3 Chromebook offer a viable alternative to a Windows notebook? TechDay’s Darren Price finds out.
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Chromebook and tablet shipments see another rapid decline for the year
Fri, 5th Aug 2022
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According to research from Canalys PC Analysis, Chromebook and tablet shipments have fallen for the fourth quarter in a row for Q2 of 2022.
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Zoom releases a range of new features requested by educators
Thu, 14th Apr 2022
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Zoom debuts virtual background support for Chromebooks, video messages in Zoom Chat, Breakout Rooms enhancements, and Anywhere Polls.
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ASUS showcases latest lineup at the Incredible Unfolds virtual launch event
Fri, 7th Jan 2022
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ASUS reveals new foldable Zenbook 17 Fold OLED and commemorative Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition at virtual launch event.
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Acer unveils a trio of Chromebooks for families, students, and hybrid workers
Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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Acer has unveiled three new Chromebooks designed for users needing an affordable device for productivity, entertainment and communication.
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HP unveils new range of Chrome OS-powered devices
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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HP has unveiled its new range of Chrome-powered PC and notebook devices, as well as a new monitor designed to complement the range.
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Chromebook and tablet vendors posting record first-quarter numbers
Wed, 5th May 2021
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Chromebook and tablet vendors are posting record first-quarter shipment numbers, according to the latest data from Canalys.
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2021 will be a 'blockbuster' year for PC market
Mon, 8th Mar 2021
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The global PC market is expected to grow 8% in 2021, with total shipments reaching 496.8 million units, according to Canalys.
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New Zealand PC market on the up, despite challenging year
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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Demand for education devices and discretionary spending drives 24.4% YoY growth in PC shipments in New Zealand, says IDC research.
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Canalys: Chromebooks on top of 2020 PC market
Mon, 16th Nov 2020
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Chromebooks were the best performing client PC product in Q3, as shipments grew 122% to a total of 9.4 million – tablets are making a comeback.
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Lenovo’s new Chromebook Enterprise ThinkPad
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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The new ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook Enterprise aims for maximum flexibility for the hybrid working environment.
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New solution allows Windows apps on Chromebook Enterprise
Mon, 10th Aug 2020
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Parallels and Google have partnered to enable Windows applications to run in VMs on Chromebooks without rebooting or an internet connection.
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Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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Chromebooks to run Windows apps with Google's new Parallels tie-up, enhancing remote work.
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Android’s zero-touch enrollment gains new ANZ partners
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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New opportunities for resellers as eligible devices need to be purchased directly from an enterprise reseller or Google partner.
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Google & Dell launch Chromebooks for the enterprise
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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Google is releasing a new series of Chromebooks tailored to the enterprise, thanks to a partnership with Dell.
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HP takes top spot from Lenovo in PC market
Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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In the worldwide PC market, global shipments were above expectations, reaching 58.5 million during the last quarter.
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Acer’s new laptops for business and education
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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The TravelMate X514 is designed for business and commercial use, while the Chromebook Spin 13 aims for the growing classroom device market.
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School IT procurement survey finds out which tech wins
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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A recent survey has asked schools what their IT preferences are for digital devices in the classroom. Which product would be best for you?.
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Education, govt and corporate buck downward trend to record increased PC sales
Tue, 21st Mar 2017
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Education, govt and corporate PC shipments have recorded growth in Australia for Q4 and full year 2016, IDC Australia says. So who's winning and why?.
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A new generation of Chromebooks, designed for millions of students and educators
Tue, 28th Feb 2017
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When I was a student, I juggled different tools throughout my day—a paper notebook for history, a shared desktop for writing.