Tablets & laptops stories - Page 25
Among the most popular devices in the corporate and arguably home environment, laptops and tablets
are the weapon of choice for most computing tasks. Dominated by Microsoft and its Windows operating
system, laptops are produced by a wide number of manufacturers and typically feature purpose-
designed processors from Intel or AMD; tablet computers are similar to laptops but lack a dedicated keyboard and are often ‘stripped down’ with lighter weight and somewhat reduced capabilities.
Windows’ domination as an operating system has not extended to tablets, which typically run Android
or Apple’s iOS.
Mobile tech tax: It’s OK, you can keep enjoying your tablets
Thu, 21st Mar 2013
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Cheers to your gadgets! The UK government bins the feared 'iPad tax', ensuring your mobile tech stays tax-free for now.
25% of bills paid by tablets users, to be on tablets by 2017
Thu, 14th Mar 2013
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tablets & laptops
Four year forecast finds that a growing user acceptance of ‘push' mobile banking and a sharp rise in tablet adoption.
Windows 8 tablet goes fully-rugged
Thu, 14th Mar 2013
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toughpad
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panasonic
Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1, a Windows 8 tablet with i5 processor, goes fully rugged - the ideal outdoor tech companion.
Ubuntu joins the touchy, feely Linux shouting match
Thu, 28th Feb 2013
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personal computing devices
The thot just plickened where mobile technology is concerned, as Ubuntu shows off (yet another) Linux for the handset up in Barcelona.
Tough stuff with a price to match
Thu, 28th Feb 2013
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personal computing devices
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panasonic
Panasonic bucks trend with rugged tablets; not cheap, but built tough to withstand extreme conditions. Prices start from $2000.
A closer look at the HP Slate 7
Thu, 28th Feb 2013
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personal computing devices
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mobility
Hewlett-Packard expands company's tablet portfolio with Android powered device, available to buy in New Zealand by April.
Chromebook Pixel: Cloud crazy Google’s next big play
Mon, 25th Feb 2013
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personal computing devices
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chromebooks
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apple
Google has released an ultra high-resolution Chromebook Pixel laptop made famous, or maybe infamous, for its lofty price tag that starts at $1,299.
HP dives (back) into tablet fray – with Android
Thu, 14th Feb 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
HP eyes a comeback in the tablet market, adopting Android in a bid to stay relevant amid soaring sales and shifting computing preferences.
Mobile marketing spend to smash US$55bn by 2015
Fri, 25th Jan 2013
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personal computing devices
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juniper networks
Mobile marketing expenditure set to hit a staggering US$55 billion by 2015 as retailers turn to mobiles to boost consumer engagement.
Sony tackles Apple with tablet release
Fri, 25th Jan 2013
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personal computing devices
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sony
Struggling electronics company set to introduce a new tablet computer in Japan this year, in direct competition with Apple and Samsung.
Intel suffers over struggling PC sales
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
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intel
Intel reports a 27% dip in net income as PC sales plummet, testing the chip giant's agility in a shifting tech landscape.
Tablet sales smashing PC shipments
Tue, 15th Jan 2013
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
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apple
Declining worldwide PC shipments during 2012 signal a structural shift of the PC market according to latest findings.
Tablets to topple notebooks in 2013
Thu, 10th Jan 2013
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personal computing devices
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mobility
Tablets set to outstrip notebooks in 2013 with over 240 million units expected to ship, dethroning the traditional laptop.
Rugged business tablet hits NZ
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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personal computing devices
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panasonic
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toughbook
Panasonic Toughpad launches in NZ, introducing a rugged business tablet able to withstand harsh environments and meeting robust business needs.
Microsoft signs Android patent deal
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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personal computing devices
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mobility
Microsoft has cemented a patent deal with EINS, ensuring German-produced Android tablets benefit from its extensive patent portfolio.
Smart device sales to hit 1.2 billion by 2013
Thu, 8th Nov 2012
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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apple
Gartner predicts smart device sales will reach 1.2 billion by 2013, marking a significant shift in consumer and business technology trends.
Kiwis embrace smartphones during 2012
Thu, 1st Nov 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
New Zealand sees a surge in smartphone adoption in 2012, with household ownership jumping from 13% to 44%, says IDC study.
Tech advancements causing excessive E-waste
Fri, 19th Oct 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
As tech advances, e-waste skyrockets with outdated gadgets piling up. Experts warn of fast-growing waste from incessant device upgrades.
Samsung ‘very disappointed’ with Apple verdict
Tue, 28th Aug 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple iphone
After losing its major patent battle, electronics giant memos staff to express disappointment and vows to right the wrongs of the court’s decision.
HP suffers record US$8.9bn loss
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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personal computing devices
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mobility
HP reports a record loss of USD $8.9 billion, following an acquisition that underperformed. Revenue dropped 5% to USD $29.7 billion in Q3.