Chromebooks stories
Google & PB Tech launch reo Māori Chromebook in NZ schools
Tue, 28th May 2024
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personal computing devices
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digital literacy
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chromebooks
Google New Zealand, in partnership with PB Tech and the Māori Language Commission, has delivered 5,000 Chromebooks with a te reo Māori keyboard to students, promoting digital use of the language.
OWC launches 'fastest' Atlas USB4 CFexpress card reader in Japan
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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personal computing devices
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linux
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apple
OWC launches the Atlas USB4 CFexpress Type B memory card reader, reported to be the sector's fastest, promising transfer speeds over 3300MB/s and improved user efficiency.
Cloudbrink extends mobile OS support in drive for remote working
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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smartphones
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Cloudbrink extends its secure access service to Android, iOS, and Chromebook, boosting mobile support for remote work.
Adobe extends availability of Adobe Express and Photoshop to all Chromebooks
Fri, 6th Oct 2023
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martech
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personal computing devices
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mobility
Adobe's creative apps, Adobe Express and Photoshop, are now extended to all Chromebooks, offering advanced AI features.
PC and tablet markets on the decline, millions of units down - IDC
Tue, 7th Mar 2023
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personal computing devices
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mobility
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pc market
Declining demand and challenging macro-economic conditions have caused IDC to further lower its forecast for the worldwide PC and tablet markets.
Hands-on review: Asus CM3 Chromebook
Mon, 14th Nov 2022
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gaming
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smartphones
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reviews
Does the Asus 10.5-inch CM3 Chromebook offer a viable alternative to a Windows notebook? TechDay’s Darren Price finds out.
Chromebook and tablet shipments see another rapid decline for the year
Fri, 5th Aug 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
According to research from Canalys PC Analysis, Chromebook and tablet shipments have fallen for the fourth quarter in a row for Q2 of 2022.
Zoom releases a range of new features requested by educators
Thu, 14th Apr 2022
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edutech
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uc
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personal computing devices
Zoom debuts virtual background support for Chromebooks, video messages in Zoom Chat, Breakout Rooms enhancements, and Anywhere Polls.
ASUS showcases latest lineup at the Incredible Unfolds virtual launch event
Fri, 7th Jan 2022
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gaming
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smartphones
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digital signage
ASUS reveals new foldable Zenbook 17 Fold OLED and commemorative Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition at virtual launch event.
Acer unveils a trio of Chromebooks for families, students, and hybrid workers
Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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hybrid & remote work
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personal computing devices
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wfh
Acer has unveiled three new Chromebooks designed for users needing an affordable device for productivity, entertainment and communication.
HP unveils new range of Chrome OS-powered devices
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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personal computing devices
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hp
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chromebooks
HP has unveiled its new range of Chrome-powered PC and notebook devices, as well as a new monitor designed to complement the range.
Chromebook and tablet vendors posting record first-quarter numbers
Wed, 5th May 2021
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personal computing devices
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pc market
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chromebooks
Chromebook and tablet vendors are posting record first-quarter shipment numbers, according to the latest data from Canalys.
2021 will be a 'blockbuster' year for PC market
Mon, 8th Mar 2021
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personal computing devices
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mobility
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chromebooks
The global PC market is expected to grow 8% in 2021, with total shipments reaching 496.8 million units, according to Canalys.
New Zealand PC market on the up, despite challenging year
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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personal computing devices
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pc market
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chromebooks
Demand for education devices and discretionary spending drives 24.4% YoY growth in PC shipments in New Zealand, says IDC research.
Canalys: Chromebooks on top of 2020 PC market
Mon, 16th Nov 2020
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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apple
Chromebooks were the best performing client PC product in Q3, as shipments grew 122% to a total of 9.4 million – tablets are making a comeback.
Lenovo’s new Chromebook Enterprise ThinkPad
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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personal computing devices
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chromebooks
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google
The new ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook Enterprise aims for maximum flexibility for the hybrid working environment.
New solution allows Windows apps on Chromebook Enterprise
Mon, 10th Aug 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Parallels and Google have partnered to enable Windows applications to run in VMs on Chromebooks without rebooting or an internet connection.
Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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martech
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fleet management
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personal computing devices
Google partners with Parallels to bring Windows apps, including Microsoft Office, to Chrome Enterprise, enhancing Chromebook functionality later this year.
Android’s zero-touch enrollment gains new ANZ partners
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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smartphones
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
New opportunities for resellers as eligible devices need to be purchased directly from an enterprise reseller or Google partner.
Google & Dell launch Chromebooks for the enterprise
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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chromebooks
Google is releasing a new series of Chromebooks tailored to the enterprise, thanks to a partnership with Dell.