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PC monitor shipments decline in Q1 2014, but stronger than forecasted, according to IDC. Dell and HP both experience solid growth.

Worldwide software market forecasted to grow 5.9% in 2014, driven by Big Data and analytics and enterprise applications - IDC.

Juniper Research estimates that the combined Motorola-Lenovo smartphone shipments for Q1 2013 exceeded 20 million, putting the joint entity into a third place.

Despite a decline in PC sales, Gartner forecasts a 6.9% growth in device shipments in 2014, driven by mobiles and tablets.

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty has said the company must address its under-performing hardware business after a disappointing year.

Kiwa Digital's multi-lingual Milly, Molly app wins at the GESS Exhibition in Dubai, marking global recognition for NZ EdTech innovation.

Nokia launches five affordable smartphones, including Nokia X series, at Mobile World Congress to connect the next billion users.

Facebook's $16 billion acquisition of WhatsApp marries two messaging giants, eyeing rapid growth and a more extensive mobile strategy.

Worldwide sales of smartphones accounted for 53.6 percent of overall mobile phone sales in 2013, exceeding annual sales of feature phones for the first time.

Sophos strengthens its network security game by acquiring Cyberoam Technologies, promising innovation and a broader product range.

Wynyard and Arquebus Solutions have partnered to introduce an advanced gun crime intelligence solution, aiming to bolster global law enforcement efforts.

As PC shipments nosedive for the seventh consecutive quarter, rumours swirl that tech giant Dell is cutting its workforce.

Leading storage provider selects Unisys as service partner to support its rapid growth and expand its global presence.

Wynyard Group secures a multi-year contract in the UAE with Manayer Marketing Management, enhancing AML compliance amidst stricter Central Bank regulations.

Worldwide smartphone shipments are expected to surpass 1.0 billion units in 2013, representing 39.3% growth over 2012.

Wynyard secures Galadari Brothers as client, boosting its presence in the Middle East's tech-driven audit and compliance market.

Motorola Solutions has appointed David Arkles as general manager of the company's Enterprise team in Australia and New Zealand.

Wynyard Group ramps up 2013 capital spending by up to 63%, bringing forward staff recruitment and setting new expenditure targets to drive sales growth.

World's leading connected devices platform will help Kiwi companies leverage telemetry and big data for business advantage.

NZ IT chiefs grapple with BYOD risks, as a startling 82% of firms allow personal device usage but only 32% audit security, reveals a Dimension Data report.