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Security

Cisco loses ground in security appliance market while Palo Alto booms

Mon, 14th Mar 2016
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There's big growth in some areas of the security appliance market - and big declines in others. So which are rising and which are falling?.
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Ingram Micro NZ offers resellers Brydge to new revenues

Mon, 14th Mar 2016
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Ingram Micro New Zealand has added high-end iPad keyboard vendor Brydge Keyboards to its vendor portfolio, offering up new options for resellers.
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SOLD: Distribution Central acquired by Arrow Electronics

Mon, 14th Mar 2016
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Distribution Central and been snapped up by global distributor Arrow Electronics as the reshuffle of the distribution channel continues.
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HPE ups all-flash data center play with new storage offerings

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise has extended its push for the all flash data center with storage portfolio enhancements.
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San Diego State University turns to Daktronics for marquee display

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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San Diego State University has deployed a double-sided LED video marquee near a freeway to promote campus events and sponsored messages.
Arreya

Arreya offers up new widgets as it expands customer base

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Arreya Digital Signage Suite has added two new widgets and a range of updates to its base package as the Google for Work partner broadens its reach.
Innovation

Australian data center-hosted options for new Microsoft Dynamics AX

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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public cloud
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cloud services
Microsoft customers will be able to access the new Dynamics AX from in-region data centers, with Microsoft hosting the offering in Australia.
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Ingram Micro: Business as usual – and sorry Synnex and Westcon

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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A new letter from Ingram Micro provides assurances about its sale to Tianjin Tianhai - and address previous comments about Synnex and WestconGroup.
Time running out for savings

Resellers urged to upgrade customers before 22% Microsoft cloud fee increase

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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cloud services
Resellers are being urged to get their customers onto Microsoft cloud services this month - before a 22% price increase takes effect on April 01.
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22% price hike looms for Microsoft NZ enterprise cloud

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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cloud services
Microsoft is upping the prices for its enterprise cloud services by 22% on April 01, but those buying or renewing this month can get price protection.
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Encryption software a growing market for resellers to capitalise on

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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data encryption
Demand for encryption software is increasing, with the growing penetration of cloud computing and increasing workforce mobility driving APAC adoption.
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It's here: Samsung Galaxy S7, S7 edge hit the shelves

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Samsung's much anticipated Galaxy S7 and S7 edge hit the shelves at Kiwi retailers today, with high demand expected.
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Spark Digital inks first Kiwi commercial Galaxy S7 deal for Samsung

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Spark Digital has made the first commercial sale of Samsung Electronic's new flagship Galaxy S7, with a deal for 1600 devices for Opus.
Tablet security

Got an Android device? Here's some tips for keeping it secure

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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operating systems
As Android malware surges, ESET issues some tips on how Kiwis can protect themselves - and how to know if you might have been compromised already.
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German holographic advertising vendor sets sights on APAC

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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German holographic advertising vendor Holoco has opened an Australian office as it rolls out its 3D holographic advertising displays throughout APAC.
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Video game retailer sees sales increase from digital signage rollout

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
A new Pan-European digital signage network is already reaping rewards for video gaming retailer GameStop, which has seen sales increase.
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Connector Systems targets industry with Rajant mobile mesh signing

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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Connector Systems has added mobile mesh technology vendor Rajant to its portfolio, opening the door for new industry engagements.
Gold apple

Kiwi Apple device love affair continues as local revenue soars

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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creative technologies
The New Zealand arm of Apple Inc saw a 29% increase in revenue last year - with gross profit soaring a whopping 74.5%.
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Photo Gallery: HP Partner First Forum

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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resellers
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HP's Partner First Forum drew a 15% surge in attendees, with partners eager to hear the company's future plans and value offers.
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Hyperscale data centre growth driving server market; APAC leading way

Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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Growth in hyperscale data centres has boosted server revenue and shipments with APAC leading the charge - but it's not the big names making the gains.