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Shuttle’s smallest model series, XPC nano, gets a boost with the new NC10 series, featuring four Mini-PCs for playback of 4K content in a small footprint. The available processors of the Intel “Whiskey Lake U” generation range from an energy-saving Celeron Dual-Core to a powerful i7 Quad-Core model. As with the …

CES 2020 kicks off today (7th January). It is the world’s largest gathering place for exhibiting the latest consumer technologies, and has served as the proving ground for innovators for 50 years, showcasing more than 4,500 companies, running a conference program with more than 250 sessions, and attracting more than …

With millions of workers returning to work after Christmas and New Year, each one will have to remember an average of 27 passwords. Many of these will have been forgotten over the break, causing employees to not be instantly productive as they waste time calling IT helpdesks to help them …

Dynabook Europe GmbH has announced the Portégé X30L-G, the world’s lightest 13.3” fully featured business laptop with Intel 10th generation processors. Launched at CES 2020, the device weighs just 870g – yet comes packed with features to enhance connectivity, performance, security and user experience. Dynabook engineered the Portégé X30L-G to …

The next issue of PCR, which hits desks at the beginning of February, will be covering the latest in cloud and AI. We’ll be featuring opinions and analysis around the subjects, and running sector guides on cloud software and AI toys and gadgets. Here’s how you can get involved: Opinions …

MSI will be showcasing a number of new products at CES 2020, including the world’s first 1000R curved gaming monitor, a 240Hz monitor designed for esports, and more. Here’s what to expect from MSI’s booth at The Venetian, Veronese 2402 between 7th and 10th Jan: The world’s first 1000R curved …

XPG will be showcasing its latest range of Xtreme Performance gear at CES 2020 in Las Vegas under the theme of “The Invasion has Begun.” The products on show will include its full lineup of gaming peripherals and accessories, PC components, DDR4 modules, and solid state drives. What’s more, XPG …

In our latest Dealer Discussion, Tech For Techs asks its retailer, reseller and service provider members whether they are planning to expand their offerings, become more specialised or introduce new service in 2020. CAROLINE HOWELL – PUTERTUTOR COMPUTER SERVICES “My aim for 2020 is that I want my business to …

A new IDTechEx report on AR, VR and MR products has found that the market will be worth over $30 billion by 2030. The report by technology analyst Dr. Charlotte Coles discusses the technology, market, and players of the past, present and future. XR, or extended reality, products are at …

Cybersecurity vendor bluedog Security Monitoring has signed its first UK distribution deal with Brigantia. bluedog says it aims to “revolutionise the market with its innovative 24-hour monitoring service”, and will now be added to the managed services distributor’s portfolio. Brigantia specialises in cybersecurity and compliance, and will supply bluedog’s service to …

Lenovo has named Alberto Spinelli as its new executive director of marketing and communications for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Starting the role in January 1st 2020, Spinelli will bring with him a wealth of experience from the hardware and digital services industries – both as an entrepreneur establishing start-up …

Exertis has announced the appointment of Michelle Roberts as UK head of Health & Safety (H&S) and facilities management. Reporting to Exertis UK’s operations director Sion Wineyard, Roberts will be responsible for leading, developing and managing, on an on-going basis, the facilities and H&S requirements at the distributor’s sites across …