Chromebook stories - Page 7
Skype for Web beta available worldwide
Fri, 19th Jun 2015
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Skype for Web is an important step for Skype as it moves towards implementing the technology to make Real-Time Communications on the web a reality.
Education pushing APAC Chromebook sales
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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Education has driven worldwide Chromebook sales to end users to reach 7.3 million units in 2015, up 27% from the year before.
Going down: NZ PC shipments slump in Q1
Mon, 13th Apr 2015
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lenovo
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PC shipments in New Zealand slumped in Q1, with exchange rates one of the key factors – and the months ahead aren't looking much better.
Education costs pile up, Cyclone to the rescue
Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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commerce systems
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Cyclone and Debitsuccess have teamed up to provide parents and caregivers with an education expense solution designed to help save money.
Strength in APAC positive signs for PC market
Mon, 19th Jan 2015
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lenovo
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APAC's resilience shines as Lenovo, HP see growth, offering a glimmer of hope amidst global PC market decline, per IDC.
University of Otago providing anytime, anywhere access to virtual resources with Citrix
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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University of Otago revolutionises learning with Citrix's virtual resources, enabling flexible education for over 21,000 students.
Driven by HP success, New Zealand PC market set to have best year in history
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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In the third quarter of 2014, the New Zealand PC market shipments came in at 187,000 units, according to IDC's Asia/Pacific Quarterly tracker.
Chromebook sales set to triple as vendor interest intensifies…
Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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Chromebook sales forecast to nearly triple by 2017, as vendors dive into the thriving market aiming to rejuvenate sub-$300 PC interest.
Lenovo leads the way as PC market lives to fight another day
Sat, 12th Jul 2014
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Global PC shipments decline at the slowest rate since 2012, boosted by business replacement and consumer interest.
Optimism rises as NZ PC market continues annual surge
Thu, 12th Jun 2014
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apple
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NZ's PC market thrives, up 22% in 2014, fuelled by economic optimism and education sector's increased demand for chromebooks.
PC outlook remains subdued despite slowing tablet demand
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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Worldwide PC shipments expected to fall -6.0% in 2014, but positive factors could lead to more stability in mature markets.
Chromebooks launch Otaki kura into digital world
Fri, 11th Apr 2014
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Ōtaki's leap into the digital age: All 1060 pupils in six schools to get Chromebooks, bridging digital divides and harnessing te reo Māori online.
Google and Citrix join forces to deliver business-critical Windows apps
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Citrix and Google collaborate to bring critical Windows apps to Google Chromebooks for improved manageability, security, and cost savings.
Is Microsoft issuing 70% Windows price cuts?
Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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Microsoft to cut Windows 8.1 prices by 70% for low-cost PCs and tablets, aiming to challenge Chromebooks and boost market share.
Can you hack Google Chrome for US$2.7m?
Mon, 27th Jan 2014
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Google ups the ante in its Pwnium competition, offering $2.7m for hacking Chrome OS in a bid to bolster security.
Worst decline in PC history as industry “bottoms out”
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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lenovo
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hp
Global PC shipments hit an historic low, plunging for the seventh quarter in a row as smartphones and tablets dominate.
Chromebooks now available on All of Govt
Thu, 10th Oct 2013
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government
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cyclone computers
Schools can now buy Google Chromebooks through the All of Govt scheme, offering enhanced security and easy management for education.
Student engagement drives technology use
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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A cluster of schools in Auckland's Eastern suburbs has found a way to enhance student engagement with digital technology.
Tablets and mobiles grow, but PC? Not so
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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Worldwide devices are projected to reach 2.35 billion units in 2013, driven by sales in tablets, smartphones despite PC shipments hitting the skids.
NZ schools get Google Chromebooks
Mon, 3rd Jun 2013
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As an important extension of Norrcom ICT services for schools, Norrcom will be distributing Google Chromebooks to schools across the country.