Mobile hardware
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24 Oct 2023
Nokia claims first with Wi-Fi 7 product portfolio, enhances wholesale access for FTTH
Nokia unveils portfolio of carrier-grade wireless broadband devices to the market that are more than 3x faster than previous generations, while Altiplano Open Access Solution offers programmable interface to enhance wholesale operational models Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2023
Five key questions about disaster recovery as a service
Disaster recovery as a service builds recovery data and systems into the cloud, accessible from anywhere. We look at the difference vs cloud backup, DRaaS use cases, the cost, and the firms that provide it Continue Reading
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11 Feb 2014
Virgin Atlantic trials Google Glass for Upper Class
The airline is piloting Google Glass with its staff at Heathrow to try and improve customer service Continue Reading
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11 Feb 2014
Head of BBM becomes latest BlackBerry casualty
Andrew Bocking is leaving the ailing mobile manufacturer as BlackBerry Messenger is integrated into the enterprise business Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2014
Microsoft’s new CEO and his plans for the future
In this week’s Computer Weekly, Microsoft has announced only its third-ever CEO, Satya Nadella – we examine the software giant’s future as its new leader takes over from Steve Ballmer and Bill Gates. The BBC wasted £100m on its failed Digital Media Initiative - we take a look at what went wrong. And IT leaders at a recent CW500 Club discussed the role of the CIO – and they believe the future is bright. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2014
Gartner figures show PC market in continued decline
The PC market continued to decline in the UK according to the latest shipment figures from Gartner, although Lenovo continued to make gains Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2014
Create a mobile policy employees can trust
With Gartner predicting a fifth of all enterprise BYOD projects would fail by 2016, we look at how businesses can embrace mobility successfully Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2014
EE and Three sign ‘passive’ network share deal for rural UK
The two providers will not be sharing spectrum or antennae as in previous deals, but will work together on the backhaul to bring 4G services to rural areas Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2014
Rural broadband roll-out row
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a small Lancashire village is at the centre of a row over rural broadband – we examine the complex arguments on both sides of an issue that goes to the heart of criticisms of the UK’s roll-out plan. The move to cloud and hosting is changing the market for datacentre technologies – we look at the implications for IT managers. Have you heard of Sepa? We explain why you need to know about the upcoming financial regulation. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2014
The future of the tablet computer in the enterprise
Tablets come in all manner of profiles and on a variety of platforms – but which will shape up as the workplace favourite of the future? Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2014
Lenovo buys Google’s Motorola Mobility in $3bn deal
Google has announced the sale of its Motorola Mobility unit to Chinese computer maker Lenovo in a $3bn deal Continue Reading
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E-Zine
27 Jan 2014
Tablets in the workplace
In this week’s Computer Weekly, our latest buyer’s guide examines the rise of tablets in the workplace, and the options for how to fit them in to the corporate IT environment. After the latest RBS crash, we look at the risks to the UK banking system from over-reliance on legacy IT. And we find out from UK charity Cancer Research how flash storage helped deliver big improvements in application performance. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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24 Jan 2014
Samsung profits fall in Q4 2013
Electronics firm Samsung sees profits fall 11% quarter on quarter – the first decline it has seen in two years Continue Reading
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17 Jan 2014
Top IT priorities for 2014 in Europe
Exclusive Computer Weekly research showing how IT decision makers are spending their 2014 budgets. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2014
Microsoft extends XP security updates by 15 months
Microsoft has caved in to user concerns over XP end of support and will now extend security updates by another 15 months Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2014
Case study: Berkshire NHS adopts 4G for home visits
The Foundation Trust enables its nurses to access and update patient records on the move with 4G mobile Wi-Fi from EE Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2013
Can BlackBerry restore its business appeal?
In this week’s issue of Computer Weekly, we examine whether former Sybase chief, John Chen, will be able to stem the decline of BlackBerry and reinvent the the smartphone maker as a software business for the “bring your own device” (BYOD) era. Our buyer’s guide to the internet of things concludes with a look at how universal connectivity will yield insights in fields as diverse as aviation and hospitality. And we analyse Google’s attempts to compete with Amazon Web Services in public cloud. Continue Reading
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05 Dec 2013
BlackBerry Enterprise Server – Should you stay or should you go?
John Chen’s recent open letter to BlackBerry customers holds many promises for the future Continue Reading
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27 Nov 2013
Microsoft admits RT mistake
Microsoft has admitted that its RT operating system may have confused people, who expected full blown Windows. Continue Reading
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26 Nov 2013
Argos brings O2 Wi-Fi to 735 stores
The retail giant is rolling out Wi-Fi to all its stores in time for the Christmas rush Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2013
CW Special Report on Dell
This 11 page special report, independently written by Computer Weekly, gives you the facts on Dell, its strategy in 2013, products and services and financial performance. Continue Reading
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11 Nov 2013
Technology Industry Survey 2014
From CTOs to software developers, architects to entrepreneurs, this report captures the opinions of people at the forefront of shaping our industry. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2013
IT spending up as companies invest in digital technology
Businesses are stepping up their spending on IT as they invest in strategic digital technologies, a CIO survey by Deloitte reveals Continue Reading
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28 Oct 2013
Loughborough University implements 400 virtual desktops
Loughborough University has cut maintenance costs and enabled a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) scheme for academics with virtual desktops. Continue Reading
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25 Oct 2013
Samsung reports record Q3 profits of £4.8bn
Samsung has reported record third quarter profits of £4.8bn driven mainly by revenues from memory chips Continue Reading
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23 Oct 2013
Apple makes Mac operating system software free to download
Apple has made its latest Mac operating system, OS X Mavericks, available to download for free from the Mac App Store. Continue Reading
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21 Oct 2013
Microsoft withdraws faulty Windows RT 8.1 update for Surface tablets
Microsoft has widthdrawn its Windows 8.1 update for Surface RT tablets after some users reported system crashes Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2013
Government overhauls security classification to fit digital age
In its first overhaul since World War II the government is consolidating six security bands to three with a system deemed more appropriate in the digital age. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2013
Scottish Government pilots Windows 8 tablets to improve services
The Scottish government is piloting how Windows 8 could be used to improve citizen relationship Continue Reading
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30 Sep 2013
EE hit by weekend of outages
Mobile operator EE confirms issues on its network but keeps quiet about the causes Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2013
BlackBerry cuts 4,500 jobs after $1bn loss
BlackBerry is to cut 40% of its workforce after revealing a likely loss of nearly $1bn in its latest financial quarter Continue Reading
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18 Sep 2013
BlackBerry quietly launches Z30 smartphone
Mobile manufacturer BlackBerry has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Z30, to little fanfare Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2013
CW500: Best practice in BYOD
Simon Furber, Network Manager at Brunel University, highlights the key issues to consider when introducing BYOD in your organisation. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2013
CW500: BYOD Mistakes and Opportunities
Steve Trigg, independent consultant and former banking IT executive, draws on his experience advising major banks on BYOD programmes in this presentation. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2013
Special report on SAP
This 9 page special report, independently written by Computer Weekly and updated for 2013, gives you the key facts on SAP, its strategy, products and services and financial performance. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2013
How the sale of Nokia’s mobile phone business will affect Microsoft
Microsoft forges ahead with Steve Ballmer's vision to focus on hardware, software and services, with the $7.2bn acquisition of Nokia Continue Reading
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23 Aug 2013
The end of the Ballmer era for Microsoft
Microsoft’s eccentric CEO will step down from his role with12 months, so what does that mean for the future of the firm? Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2013
Vodafone announces 4G launch date
Vodafone becomes the third mobile operator to confirm the launch of its 4G network, which will go live on the same day as O2 Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2013
British Airways unveils its new Airbus A380
The new addition to the BA fleet - the Airbus A380 Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2013
The Future Is Here: A New Industrial Revolution
London’s Design Museum is housing an exhibition on the future of manufacturing Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2013
Ubuntu crowd sources funding for PC smartphone hybrid
Ubuntu has invited early adopters to join crowd-funding ventures to launch Ubuntu Edge, a hybrid PC and mobile phone platform Continue Reading
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14 Jun 2013
Microsoft puts Office Mobile on iPhone
iPhone users can now use Microsoft’s Office Mobile product which is available as a free download from the AppStore Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2013
CW Buyers Guide: Mobile Device Management
Computer Weekly looks at mobile device management tools in this nine-page Buyer's Guide. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2013
Review: HP Pavilion Chromebook
At £249, the HP Pavilion Chromebook is the cheapest laptop from HP. We test it out in a corporate environment. Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2013
Worldwide mobile payment value to jump 44% but NFC plunges
The value of mobile payments made globally in 2013 will be 44% higher than last year, at $235.4bn, but near-field communications (NFC) transactions value dropped 40% after disappointing adoption Continue Reading
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03 Jun 2013
CW Buyer's Guide: Client Computing
Computer Weekly looks at Windows 8 and the complexities of mobile working, the benefits to the business of an enhanced user experience and the shift from the 9-to-5 office desk to IT delivered over a variety of devices, anytime, anywhere. Continue Reading
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31 May 2013
Wireless charging: The story so far...
Rupert Goodwins looks into the technology behind wireless charging and whether it is good enough yet for wider adoption Continue Reading
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10 May 2013
Rare Apple 1 computer goes under the hammer
A rare and original Apple 1 Computer from 1976 will be auctioned off this month. Less than 50 are estimated to still be in circulation, with only six fully functional. The first computer to offer a complete motherboard was a revolution to home computing and changed the way people interacted with the technology forever. Continue Reading
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10 May 2013
Case Study: Brent Council cuts costs with mobile tech
Brent Council implements mobile technology to cut costs and involve more staff in the future running of the organisation Continue Reading
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08 May 2013
Case study: TKAB adopts mobile for Swedish railways
The winners of cloud innovation of the year in Computer Weekly’s European user awards for networking tell us how they have used the Appear IQ mobile platform to boost efficiency and its transport service Continue Reading
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07 May 2013
Microsoft to bring back the Start button in Windows 8?
Amid lacklustre take-up of Windows 8 and a declining PC industry, Microsoft may be set to reintroduce the much-loved Start button in Windows 8 Continue Reading
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01 May 2013
The consumerisation of IT
This report looks at the motivations and drivers, unintended consequences, and practicalities of managing consumer devices and social media at work Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2013
O2 hires BT for 4G backhaul
Mobile operator O2 has signed a 10-year contract with BT to build a new high-capacity network for 4G services Continue Reading
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04 Apr 2013
BMI Healthcare assesses mobile devices for hospital consultants
Healthcare provider BMI Healthcare is evaluating mobile device management to give consultants flexible access to patient records Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2013
Will the iPad ever be a true corporate device or will Microsoft usurp it?
The iPad is used in enterprises today but will it ever be a true corporate device or just one that IT departments create workarounds to support? Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2013
US Army practises poor data security on mobile devices
Pentagon inspector general finds smartphones and tablets the US Army buys are not configured to protect sensitive data and allow remote wipe Continue Reading
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28 Mar 2013
Strategic investments drive modest growth in IT spending
The relatively stable economic climate has resulted in modest IT investment, according to Gartner’s latest quarterly spending forecast Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2013
ARM CEO Warren East steps down
Warren East, CEO of semiconductor firm ARM, is retiring from the company after almost 12 years in the leadership role Continue Reading
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15 Mar 2013
Samsung launches Galaxy S4 with improved software and Knox security
Samsung's latest smartphone, the Galaxy S4 – which was released in New York – aims to boost software and Android OS security Continue Reading
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08 Mar 2013
Midlands health trust trials BlackBerry 10 OS on PlayBook with Z10 roll-out
The Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust tests the Blackberry 10 operating system (OS) for a mobile fleet deployment Continue Reading
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27 Feb 2013
Mobile World Congress 2013
Computer Weekly headed to Barcelona for Mobile World Congress, the world's largest gathering of mobile-minded folk Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2013
HP's new Slate 7 Android tablet
HP has launched its latest attempt to break into the tablet market with its Slate 7 tablet at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. The tablet runs Android Jelly Bean and offers Google services. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2013
Will the Nokia portfolio win over the world?
As the former leader of the mobile market tries to entice customers to use its handsets, we ask whether the strategy will succeed Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2013
Nokia Siemens Networks unveils Liquid Applications
New technology enables data-rich applications to be run from base stations, reducing latency in mobile networks Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2013
Mozilla announces handsets for Firefox OS
Alcatel, LG and ZTE will be the first mobile manufacturers to bring Firefox OS handsets to the market Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2013
IT budgets to grow in 2013 as economy bumps along
UK IT departments are planning to spend more on IT in 2013 despite the downturn, a worldwide survey of IT managers has revealed Continue Reading
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24 Jan 2013
Nokia bounces back in Q4
Nokia returned to profit in the fourth quarter of 2012, reporting profit of €439m and sales of over €8bn Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2013
BYOD: People pay for devices to use for work
Over half of employees buy their own devices for work use, according to new report from mobile device management specialist Good Technology Continue Reading
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21 Jan 2013
ZTE predicts major losses for 2012
Delayed projects and shrinking sales saw net profits plummet 240% at Chinese telecoms company ZTE in 2012 Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2013
CW Buyer's Guide: Tablets for business
In this 11-page buyer's guide, Computer Weekly looks at the use of tablets in business and how the effect of mass adoption of tablets in the enterprise could be far more significant than either the desktop or laptop computer. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2013
Gartner predicts the demise of the desktop PC refresh cycle
Data from market analyst Gartner paints a bleak picture of the PC industry, suggesting the era of desktop replacement cycles has ended. Continue Reading
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11 Jan 2013
Bigger is better at CES 2013
This year's Consumer Electronics Show was dominated by the big screen, with the world's largest mobile screen and a 110-inch TV, CES was all about "bigger is better" Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2013
Extreme teleworking from Everest Base Camp
Technical project manager Astrid Byro is planning to work remotely from 5000m above sea-level in the Himalayas using a Kindle Fire Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2012
Top 10 gadget reviews of 2012
Inspect-a-Gadget has been busy reviewing a range of gadgets over the past 12 months and it has been another big year in the world of tech Continue Reading
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18 Dec 2012
12 Days of Christmas Computer Weekly Gift Guide
Choose from an array of gadgets reviewed on the Computer Weekly Inspect-a-Gadget blog during the run up to Christmas. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2012
Shore up your organisation’s fleet with the right MDM
There are many mobile device management products, but approaches vary. We outline how to choose the right one for your business Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2012
Securing Macs in the enterprise
A Mac can be more secure than Windows, yet just as insecure; it is harder to configure, easier to use; will not fit in the enterprise, but does not need to. Continue Reading
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06 Dec 2012
Key Insights for Building “Consumerised” End-User Services
This report extract from the Corporate Executive Board gives IT organisations an insight into the best approaches to building and managing consumer technology in the workplace. Continue Reading
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06 Dec 2012
Don't sweat assets, liberate them!
Analysts Clive Longbottom and Rob Bamforth look at the benefits of IT lifecycle management (ITLM) Continue Reading
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28 Nov 2012
Apple sacks head of maps
Apple has sacked Richard Williamson, the executive in charge of Apple Maps, after months of embarrassment over application’s performance Continue Reading
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23 Nov 2012
Barclays Bank to give thousands of staff iPads
Barclays is rolling out 8,500 Apple iPads across branches to improve interaction with customers Continue Reading
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23 Nov 2012
Samsung adds iPad mini to patent battle with Apple
Samsung has filed papers at a US court alleging that Apple’s iPad mini infringes eight of its patents in the latest clash between the two companies. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2012
Emirates takes Windows 8 HP ElitePad 900 to the sky
Airline Emirates is rolling out in-flight Windows 8 tablets to enable cabin crew to access core IT Continue Reading
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08 Nov 2012
Lenovo bucks trend in desktop PC market with £101m Q2 profits
PC maker Lenovo resists the downward spiral of the desktop market with a 13% increase in Q2 profits of $162m (£101m) Continue Reading
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07 Nov 2012
The future of Windows 8 is still on the desktop, says Fujitsu
Windows 8 must work effectively on its core desktop platform despite Microsoft’s recent move into the tablet space, says Fujitsu CTO Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2012
Samsung posts record profits as smartphone sales soar
South Korean electronics company Samsung records a 91% rise in profits as smartphone sales and display shipments rocket Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2012
ZTE targets local government for UK growth
Despite security controversy, Chinese firm ZTE’s UK head of sales tells Computer Weekly one of its first targets will be local government Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2012
Intel sales and profits fall in third quarter
Computer chip maker Intel has reported falls in both sales and profits in the third quarter due to the "tough economic environment” Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2012
20 years of ThinkPad
ThinkPad celebrates its 20th anniversary today, Computer Weekly takes a look at the history of its technology. Continue Reading
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02 Oct 2012
HMRC deploys Becrypt off-the-shelf encryption
HMRC will use Becrypt Disk protect, which has recently been certified under the government’s Commercial Product Assurance (CPA) Scheme. Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2012
Intel showcases Atom-based Windows 8 tablets and notebooks
Leading PC manufacturers have unveiled hybrid devices based on the Intel Atom Z2760 processor Continue Reading
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25 Sep 2012
CW Buyer's Guide: Healthcare in IT
This 7 page buyer's guide looks at the future of electronic healthcare records, healthcare technology and the use of mobile technology. Continue Reading
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20 Sep 2012
Smashing smartphones
How strong are modern smartphones. Data recovery specialist Kroll Ontrack set out to destroy them Continue Reading
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07 Sep 2012
BYOD: Five hot tablets entering the work place
Following the launch of the Kindle Fire HD, Computer Weekly looks at the top five tablets staff will want to bring into the workplace Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2012
Leading PC suppliers announce Windows 8 devices
HP, Dell, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo and Sony have announced products, from laptops to smartphones, which will run Microsoft’s new operating system. Continue Reading
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24 Aug 2012
Samsung to power 3’s 4G network
The company’s European network operations team will provide the LTE Radio Access Network and core infrastructure Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2012
Interview: Warren East, CEO of chip designer ARM
ARM chief discusses the growth of machine to machine technology, patent wars and why he hopes the company will stay independent Continue Reading
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01 Aug 2012
Samsung rejects Apple claim that it copied iPhone
Samsung has rejected Apple's claim that it copied the iPhone during the first court clash before a US jury Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2012
Olympic Games 2012: Preparing for a mobile data deluge
How mobile operators and the Olympic Delivery Authority prepared for the huge demand for mobile traffic expected during London 2012 Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2012
Broadcom touts ‘5G Wi-Fi’ mobile chip
Semiconductor manufacturer Broadcom announces the first mobile chip based on the 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard, set to launch in early 2013 Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2012
Will Microsoft turn things around for Nokia?
With more disappointing results, Nokia is pinning its hopes on Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 8 launch, but can the Redmond giant save the day? Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2012
Vodafone and 3 confirm Irish shared infrastructure partnership
Mobile operators Vodafone and 3 sign a deal to manage shared infrastructure in Ireland in a 50/50 joint venture Continue Reading