Middle East stories - Page 46
IDC: PC sales up 22% globally
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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pc market
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us
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japan
Global PC sales surged 22.4% in Q2 2010, driven by strong growth in EMEA and robust desktop shipments, IDC reports. US and APAC lag slightly.
Kiwi named Konica's best salesman
Mon, 14th Jun 2010
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nz
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konica minolta
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printing
Gavin Bethwaite from New Zealand has been honoured as Konica Minolta's top global salesperson, with colleague Daniel Marshall securing the second spot.
BlackBerry app challenge detailed
Wed, 9th Jun 2010
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smartphones
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blackberry
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developers
NZ developers urged to join the BlackBerry Super Apps Developer Challenge, aiming to spotlight top apps across APAC with $1.5m in prizes.
Google buys web app developer
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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google
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gadgets
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european
After working with the search giant for five years on iGoogle gadgets, Labpixies has now become part of the Google stable.
Fishing in an ever-decreasing talent pool
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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uc
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datacom
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telco
As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.
Revera appoints new client services managers
Mon, 15th Mar 2010
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nz
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revera
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auckland
The Auckland-based computing infrastructure and platform services company has named two new client services managers.
NZ misses out on Unisys solution
Fri, 6th Nov 2009
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uc
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telstraclear
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nz
It’s on the market to 30 million Latin American subscribers, but a Unisys voice to text application developed in Wellington is not available here.
GFG Group sales grow by 19%
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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martech
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software development
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auckland
GFG Group, an Auckland-based electronics payments software provider, reports a 19% rise in sales, driven by growth in Asia and the Middle East.
Internet internationalisation 'well underway'
Fri, 2nd Oct 2009
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icann
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asia
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middle east
ICANN and the US Department of Commerce have solidified ICANN's international role, reinforcing a global, multi-stakeholder governance model for the internet.
Averting disaster: cutbacks shrink the safety net
Sat, 1st Aug 2009
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storage
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virtualisation
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dr
As NZ businesses face increasing data demands, Symantec's survey reveals a concerning lack of resources, with over 50% struggling with storage and recovery.
How ya gonna call? Drivers face cellphone ban Employers liable
Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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uc
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telco
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vodafone
New Zealand government plans to ban handheld devices while driving, putting the onus on employers to enforce phone conduct.
Hard road for fleet management
Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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fleet management
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nzta
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middle east
New Zealand fleet management systems face a tough challenge convincing locals to use the technology #innovation #export.
An economic stimulus package?
Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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nz
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ict
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economic downturn
Spending on stimulus packages alone may not be enough to improve the lives of New Zealanders amidst the economic downturn. Innovation is key.
Oops, I forgot to secure my phone system
Sat, 1st Nov 2008
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
A hacker breached the US Homeland Security Department's phone system in 2008, making USD $12,000 in calls. Is your PBX system secure? Most aren't.
Assassin’s Creed Expansion For The Nintendo DS
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, unveiled Assassin’s Creed Altaïr’s Chronicles, exclusively for the Nintendo DS.
Empire Earth III – PC
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Empire Earth III departs from its roots, simplifying gameplay and introducing cartoonish graphics, leaving fans of the series questioning its legacy.
Assassin’s Creed Exclusive Preview – Xbox 360
Sat, 1st Dec 2007
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Assassin’s Creed, one of THE premiere game releases for the Xmas season is soon to be released in New Zealand.
Rise of Legends
Thu, 1st Jun 2006
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Rise of Legends reclaims the RTS throne with stunning 3D, fast-paced play, and innovative races, but ditches 'ages' for mixed fan reactions.
Battlefield II
Fri, 1st Jul 2005
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
War is Hell. Battlefield 2, a modern-day war game, mirrors recent events in the Gulf. Hold key flag points, attack, defend, and expect the unexpected.
Full Spectrum Warrior
Wed, 1st Jun 2005
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Full Spectrum Warrior delivers a brilliant and enthralling masterpiece of modern conflict on to your Playstation 2.