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Shuttle has expanded its XPC all-in-one range to include three new models. The P90U series features a multi-touch display in a 19.5-inch format (49.5 cm) and Intel Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors. The largest all-in-one PC in Shuttle’s range to date has a screen resolution of 1600 x …

David Orme, Senior Vice President at IDEX Biometrics, explores how fingerprint biometric smart cards are the answer to securing loyalty accounts and optimising the retail experience in a challenging environment. The need for fingerprint biometrics in retail has never been more acute. While traditional high street sales continue to decline, …

QBS Technology Group has announced distribution agreements with Webroot and Bitdefender. The company will be supporting each in “deepening channel relationships and expanding their reach across the network of software resellers, MSPs, system integrators and retailers aligned with the QBS Technology Group”. Dave Stevinson, CEO of QBS Technology Group, commented: …

Retro Games and Koch Media have unveiled their new retro console, The C64, which will take the form of the classic Commodore 64. The full-sized replica will ship with a keyboard and all the cables necessary to permit the system to work with today’s TVs and monitors. Set for release …

WatchGuard Technologies’ latest quarterly Internet Security Report shows a massive 62% increase in overall malware detections in Q1 2019 compared to the previous quarter. The report also found that cyber criminals are leveraging a wide array of varied attack techniques, including malicious Microsoft Office documents, Mac malware and web application …

USB-C connectivity is rapidly becoming the standard data and power connection across all major device form factors and platforms, including iPad Pro and Macbooks. However, existing accessories require adapters, dongles and cables to extend their value and life. Recognising this trend, Exertis has announced an exclusive agreement with Sanho Corporation …

Zyxel has unveiled the latest version of Nebula, its cloud network solution for businesses, with strengthened features and six more compatible access points (APs). The new Nebula offerings come with a wireless health monitor to automatically analyse and optimise the performance of connected access points. “Simply informing administrators that an …

Here we round up the best mics and webcams for bloggers, gamers and business users. Razer Seiren Elite Pro Steaming Microphone Specs: Dynamic microphone made for professional streaming, single dynamic capsule for rich quality sound, high-pass filter switch for ultra-clean recordings, digital/analog limiter to reduce distortion, zero-latency 3.5 mm headphone …

Game Digital has agreed to the proposed £52 million take over from retail tycoon Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct. It seems Game has somewhat begrudgingly accepted the offer after struggling to cope struggling in the marketplace. In a statement to the stock market, Game admitted that it had “little choice but …

Dynabook Europe (formerly Toshiba Client Solutions Europe), has announced new enhanced capabilities to its dynaEdge assisted reality smart glasses with the launch of the Vision DE Suite 3.0. New capabilities include hands-free task flow, task flow creation, task flow assignment and task flow reporting, all designed to improve efficiency, quality …

The Raspberry Pi 4 Model B computer has been unveiled, promising three times the performance of the Raspberry Pi 3. The new mini PC can decode 4K video and drive two displays simultaneously. “It’s basically a regular PC now,” said Raspberry Pi CEO Eben Upton. “The speed and performance of …

With so much talent in the channel, it can be difficult to sift out the freshest gear and potential tech giants of tomorrow. Stay ahead of the curve with PCR’s Crowdfunding Corner… UNO Cross Device USB-C Magnetic Cable (pictured above) The UNO Cable is asap Technologies’ latest innovation in magnetic …