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Panasonic has introduced the Toughbook G3, a new rugged tablet designed to support critical workflows for mobile teams across defence, emergency services, utilities, logistics and other field‑based sectors. The device delivers a significant update to the Toughbook line, with a redesigned battery system, enhanced modularity and next‑generation AI capability. The …

Panasonic has introduced the Toughbook 34, described as the most significant generational step forward in the brand’s 30‑year history. The new 12.4‑inch rugged 2‑in‑1 delivers a larger screen without increasing its footprint, giving field teams more room to manage complex, AI‑driven workflows at the edge. Despite the bigger display, the …

Salt Security has introduced Salt Claude Connect, a new integration designed to give security teams continuous, read‑only visibility into the Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers linked to their Claude Enterprise organisation. Salt Claude Connect uses Claude’s Compliance API to surface organisation‑managed MCP servers directly inside a team’s Salt inventory, showing …

Brother UK has added four new Business Smart Series models to its SOHO and SME ranges, completing a major investment in its professional inkjet portfolio. The compact A4 all‑in‑one devices offer faster print and scan performance, high‑yield consumables and a redesigned maintenance system, giving partners clear proof points for customers …

Canon has introduced the imagePRESS V900 II series, the latest update to its A3 cutsheet colour toner press for light‑production environments. Aimed at commercial and in‑house print operations producing between 15,000 and 250,000 A4 images per month, the new models build on the imagePRESS V900 platform, which has passed 5,000 …

Canon UK & Ireland has introduced Canon United, a campaign designed to present its full portfolio as a single connected offering spanning hardware, software, services, media, and consumables. The initiative aims to show how combining the right technology and expertise can support organisations as they navigate increasingly complex business environments. …

Cybersecurity distributor Brigantia has launched as Elovade UK and Ireland, completing its integration into the pan‑European Elovade Group following its acquisition in 2025. Since the acquisition, the company has traded as Brigantia by Elovade. The move brings the UK and Ireland operation fully under the Elovade name, with the intention …

Westcon-Comstor has opened a new flagship office in central London, marking a significant investment in the UK and creating a regional hub for partners, vendors and employees across Europe. The 6,000-plus sq ft workspace, located at St Martin’s Le Grand near St Paul’s Cathedral, brings the distributor into its own …

Air IT Group has introduced a new suite of AI services to help SMEs make clearer, outcome‑led decisions about AI adoption and investment. The expanded offering moves beyond Microsoft Copilot to include AI Accelerator workshops, a new Air Agent Marketplace, bespoke agent development and AI Managed Services. Together, these services …

Canon has expanded its colour A4 line‑up with the launch of the imageFORCE C1700 series, a compact multifunction range aimed at medium‑sized offices and departmental teams. The new devices deliver faster print and scan performance, a redesigned seven‑inch interface, and improved warm‑up times, alongside enhanced security features, including machine‑learning‑driven security …

TD Synnex Maverick has been named as the UK and Ireland distributor for Legrand AV’s full portfolio, giving partners immediate access to brands including Chief, C2G, Da‑Lite, Middle Atlantic, Luxul and Vaddio. The agreement strengthens an already established European relationship and brings the complete Legrand | AV range – from …

Lenovo has introduced new infrastructure solutions to help enterprises modernise virtualised environments and build a foundation ready for AI. The updates span hardware, deployment services and validated modernisation paths across major virtualisation and hybrid cloud platforms. The launch includes the ThinkAgile VX850 V4, engineered for highly virtualised and in‑memory workloads, …