Stories by Ashton - Page 42
EXCLUSIVE: Trends in the UC industry and how resellers can capitalise on them
Mon, 8th May 2017
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uc
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martech
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ai
Recently we spoke with tech stalwart Randy McGraw on trends in the unified communications industry and just how the channel can capitalise on them.
RIP tablet? IDC reveals market in steep decline since 2014
Sat, 6th May 2017
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notebook
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mobility
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tablets
IDC report shows a persistent slump in tablet sales, with slate models diving since 2014, as detachables see mixed results.
Teckweek'17 kicks off to to encourage global thinking and inspire youth
Sat, 6th May 2017
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government
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ict
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productivity
Techweek'17, a nationwide event showcasing New Zealand-grown technology and innovation to the world, kicked off today amidst much fanfare.
Huawei launches stylish and feature-packed mid-range phone in NZ
Sat, 6th May 2017
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huawei
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technology gifts
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smartphones
The Nova Lite is the latest mid-range smartphone from Huawei to hit our shores, with many features rivalling those of the top-end smartphones.
New coding kit for kids set to be a game changer
Fri, 5th May 2017
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Founder and CEO of littleBits, Ayah Bdeir says the combination of games with a tactile experience makes for an incredible learning tool.
BlueJeans hones in on APAC resellers with Ingram Micro AU partnership
Fri, 5th May 2017
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partner programmes
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resellers
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ingram micro
BlueJeans Network has announced a milestone partnership with Ingram Micro to extend its reach across Asia Pacific (APAC).
Jabra releases new headset tailored directly for modern office workers
Fri, 5th May 2017
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uc
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headsets
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jabra
Jabra's new headset has Active Noise Cancelling, 15h of battery life and even includes a 'do not disturb' light.
Rotary Club and Ākina Foundation team up to kick-start social enterprise
Fri, 5th May 2017
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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ākina foundation
Now in its third year running, there is $10,000 cash to be won to help kick-start social enterprises - last year was an online NCEA tutorial platform.
Fuji Xerox NZ partners with Durst to enter digital label printing market
Fri, 5th May 2017
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partner programmes
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fuji xerox
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printing
Fuji Xerox New Zealand has entered the digital label printing market with the help of a partnership with specialist Durst Industrial Services.
Binary Tree zeroes in on APAC with new managing director appointment
Thu, 4th May 2017
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microsoft
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binary tree
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job moves
During his leadership Binary Tree grew in Europe, Africa and the Middle East by 500% and strengthened ties with major partners like Microsoft and HP.
Kobo unveils the new Aura H20 - the eReader you can take anywhere
Thu, 4th May 2017
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kobo
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ereader
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retail
According to Kobo, you can take the Aura H20 wherever you go as it has a number of features to allow you to enjoy it anywhere.
'Digital locker' initiative brings in new chapter of online shopping
Wed, 3rd May 2017
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digital transformation
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online shopping
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farro fresh
New 'digital locker' service by Farro Fresh modernises the Kiwi online grocery haul, offering 24/7 chilled pickup.
Sony Mobile announces NZ availability of new phone - with a mother of a camera
Wed, 3rd May 2017
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sony xperia
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sony mobile communications
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technology gifts
First revealed earlier this year, one of the main talking points of the Xperia XA1 has been its high-end rear camera specs including a 23MP sensor.
Endace hires new VP Product Management to drive growth of partner program
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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partner programmes
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endace
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channel infrastructure
Cary Wright will be joining the provider of high speed network recording and network history playback with the aim to drive channel growth.
Worldwide smartphone shipments heat up - despite exploding devices
Mon, 1st May 2017
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analyst report
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technology gifts
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smartphones
A study from the International Data Corporation (IDC) has revealed a rise in smartphone shipments in the first quarter of 2017.
ERM takes over EnviroSuite's consulting practice for $15m
Mon, 1st May 2017
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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m&a
EnviroSuite has sold its Pacific Environment Consulting practice to Environmental Resources Management for AUD$15m.
IoT fleet management market to skyrocket to $8.28b by 2021
Mon, 1st May 2017
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iot
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fleet management
A recently released report published by MarketsandMarkets has forecasted huge growth for the IoT fleet management industry.
Megaport finishes 3Q FY17 strongly - channel strategy key for the ones ahead
Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
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oracle
Following the recent news of its strategic partnership with Oracle, Megaport has now released its global market update - channel development is key.
120 Japanese leaders coming to town to invest in aspiring NZ businesses
Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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investment
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startups
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partners
An opportunity for Auckland and its ambitious businesses to forge closer economic ties with a major trading partners is soon coming to town.
Move over UE Boom, there's a new (actually old) kid in town
Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
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speakers
Bose has recently introduced its new range of Bluetooth speakers, that shares the cylindrical shape of arguably the market dominator, UE Boom.