Africa stories - Page 51
2degrees billionaire backer gets Microsoft board nod
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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John W. Stanton, billionaire backer of 2degrees, joins Microsoft's board, bolstering the tech giant's mobile and global expertise.
'Intensified' retail competition to drive wholesale telecom worth
Tue, 8th Jul 2014
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telcos
Although the prices of many commodity wholesale services are falling, accelerating traffic volumes will ensure that wholesale revenues will continue to grow.
Woz set to judge 'Whole Lotta' Kiwi talent...
Fri, 27th Jun 2014
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Kiwi innovator to face global giants like Woz in Talent Unleashed finals, championing community impact with tech.
Obsolete devices in corporate networks rises to six-year high...
Thu, 26th Jun 2014
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More than half of all devices in corporate networks are ageing or obsolete, according to Dimension Data's annual Network Barometer Report 2014.
Apple co-founder Woz to judge top Kiwi tech talent
Tue, 24th Jun 2014
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Apple's Wozniak and Sir Richard Branson to judge NZ's finest in global tech contest, highlighting Kiwi innovation on the world stage.
Unisys: The winning data centre experience
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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iaas
Unisys NZ's Steve Griffin reveals experience is key in data centre choice, likening CIOs to Rugby selectors for crucial IT strategies.
Dell delivers despite PC monitor market decline
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
PC monitor shipments decline in Q1 2014, but stronger than forecasted, according to IDC. Dell and HP both experience solid growth.
IBM / Lenovo deal: What partners need to know...
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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Why is IBM transitioning x86 to Lenovo? That's million-dollar question on the lips of the company's Business Partners.
Big Data drives software market growth
Thu, 5th Jun 2014
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data analytics
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Worldwide software market forecasted to grow 5.9% in 2014, driven by Big Data and analytics and enterprise applications - IDC.
'Lazy' telco rulers fail kiwi consumers
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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Commerce Commission accused of failing Kiwi consumers in mobile market review. Two Degrees founder calls for action.
Samsung leads smartphone sales but is Lenovo / Motorola the winning team?
Wed, 7th May 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
Juniper Research estimates that the combined Motorola-Lenovo smartphone shipments for Q1 2013 exceeded 20 million, putting the joint entity into a third place.
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At the helm of one of NZ's original success stories
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Deidre Steyn tells David Williams how she is relishing the role of general manager at one of New Zealand’s original internet success stories.
Gartner: Devices on the rise despite PC decline
Mon, 31st Mar 2014
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apple
Despite a decline in PC sales, Gartner forecasts a 6.9% growth in device shipments in 2014, driven by mobiles and tablets.
Dimension Data unveils private network connection services for its global cloud
Mon, 24th Mar 2014
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cloud services
Dimension Data introduces Cloud Private Network Connection (CPNC) services, enhancing security and performance for cloud data management globally.
Under-performing IBM to address struggling hardware business
Tue, 11th Mar 2014
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retailers
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty has said the company must address its under-performing hardware business after a disappointing year.
Cheers as 2Degrees founder investor Tex Edwards speakers out
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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vodafone
At last week’s NetGuide Web Awards, founder Tex Edwards hit the stage with a message for New Zealand and it’s regulators.
Nokia connects 'next billion' with 5 new smartphones...
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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Nokia launches five affordable smartphones, including Nokia X series, at Mobile World Congress to connect the next billion users.
Vodafone Oz unveils largest 4G international roaming network
Wed, 19th Feb 2014
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Vodafone Australia to launch the biggest 4G global roaming network, offering fast access in NZ, the UK, Europe at no extra cost.
Samsung dominates smartphone-focused market
Mon, 17th Feb 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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 acquires network security provider
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Sophos strengthens its network security game by acquiring Cyberoam Technologies, promising innovation and a broader product range.