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New wind farm will power 40,000 homes
Construction

New wind farm will power 40,000 homes

The project will add 93 MW of capacity and offset 100,000 tonnes of CO2 a year as MainPower begins site works near Waipara.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2020
Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024
Unified Communications

Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024

5G rollout and heavy investment from big tech are set to drive global smart home revenue to USD $158 billion by 2024.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020

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Three years to afford an iPhone? New global data reveals how long it could take you
Data Analytics

Three years to afford an iPhone? New global data reveals how long it could take you

The affordability of the latest iPhone model has been put to the test in a new global study, and New Zealanders may have to start saving their pennies.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Feb 2022
The three information management trends strengthening resilience in 2022
Malware

The three information management trends strengthening resilience in 2022

With recent business uncertainty, resilience has become one of the most important organisational values leaders can adopt.

By Antti Nivala • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Smart device security the focus of newly funded research
DataCentre infrastructure

Smart device security the focus of newly funded research

Research out of the University of Southern Queensland in Australia has been funded to help make smart devices and connected technology safer.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jan 2022
New Grover study reveals cost impact of consumer electronics around the globe.
Supply Chain

New Grover study reveals cost impact of consumer electronics around the globe.

Study reveals global expense of in-demand electronics, exposing supply chain shortages and currency fluctuations during pandemic.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Nov 2021
DHL eyes up market potential as eCommerce thrives
Supply Chain

DHL eyes up market potential as eCommerce thrives

DHL aims to reclaim top spot in mail and logistics by capitalizing on the global eCommerce boom, with shipments increasing 17.3% YoY in Nov-Dec 2020.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Aug 2021
COVID-19 accelerates interest in 5G, digital transformation and IoT
Unified Communications

COVID-19 accelerates interest in 5G, digital transformation and IoT

Interest in 5G has surged due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with 71% of enterprises accelerating their digital transformation plans, according to a study by EY.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021
Global PC market thrives despite semiconductor shortages
Semiconductors

Global PC market thrives despite semiconductor shortages

Despite ongoing semiconductor shortages, the PC market is thriving with shipments expected to grow 18.1% in 2021, according to IDC.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021
Smartphone shipments to reach 1.38 billion units this year despite economic woes — IDC
Shipments

Smartphone shipments to reach 1.38 billion units this year despite economic woes — IDC

This represents a 7.7% increase from 2020, and IDC says the trend will continue: in 2022, shipments will total 1.43 billion — a year-over-year increase of 3.8%.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Dynabook?
Customer Experience

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Dynabook?

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams: Matt Tumminello, Product Marketing Manager for Dynabook ANZ, discusses the rebranding of Toshiba to Dynabook and more.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021
Huge growth expected for consumer device market
Semiconductors

Huge growth expected for consumer device market

Consumer device market set for huge growth post-COVID-19, with 5G smartphones and voice control smart home devices leading the way, says ABI Research.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Mar 2021
Swann home security kit recognised for innovation
Surveillance

Swann home security kit recognised for innovation

Swann's 4K Enforcer Kit, featuring security cameras with flashing lights and advanced features, has been honored at CES 2021.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Ingram Micro names Tenable as Vendor of the Year
Partner Programmes

Ingram Micro names Tenable as Vendor of the Year

Tenable has been recognised as Vendor of the Year in the Networking & Security Divisional Award from Ingram Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Dec 2020
IDC: PC and tablet shipments to grow in 2020 before resuming long-term decline
Notebook

IDC: PC and tablet shipments to grow in 2020 before resuming long-term decline

PC and tablet markets experience a resurgence in the first half of 2020 with demand outpacing supply, driven by work from home and education needs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Sep 2020
IBM report projects evolution of phishing, ransomware and spoof tech
Malware

IBM report projects evolution of phishing, ransomware and spoof tech

IBM's latest report reveals that cybercriminals are evolving, employing phishing, ransomware, and spoofing tactics. Recycled credentials pose growing threats.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2020
Canalys: Smart devices to reach three billion by 2023
Digital Entertainment

Canalys: Smart devices to reach three billion by 2023

Smart device shipments are set to reach three billion globally by 2023, with smartphone sales remaining dominant, says Canalys.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2020
AI, automation, and data management: Key technology trends for 2020
DevOps

AI, automation, and data management: Key technology trends for 2020

AI, automation, and data management are set to reshape work in 2020, with companies like Talend, ManageEngine, and Cohesity outlining key tech trends.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019