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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 …

Over the years, the industry we work in has often been criticised for its lack of diversity. Traditionally, tech and IT was seen as a boys’ club. But we have seen a shift over the past decade, where more women are taking up managerial and exec roles, companies are understanding …

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 …

Taking place at The Brewery, London in March, the PCR Awards 2020 will be hosted by television presenter Claudia Winkleman. Perhaps best known for co-presenting BBC show Strictly Come Dancing, Claudia is a British household name, working across TV and radio for the best part of 20 years. On Wednesday …

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 …

Channel services group Synaxon UK has joined the growing list of PCR Awards 2020 Partners by sponsoring the Vendor Category. Launched in the UK in 2008, Synaxon has since become firmly established as a market-leading channel services group. Much more than a dealer buying group, Synaxon is a thriving, dynamic …