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- September 30, 2022
30 Sep'22
Jamf Q&A: How simplified BYOD enrollment helps IT and users
Jamf executives at JNUC 2022 share their vision of the future with simplified BYOD enrollment and the role iPhones have in the enterprise.
- September 27, 2022
27 Sep'22
Jamf to acquire ZecOps to bolster iOS security
Jamf will pay an undisclosed sum for ZecOps, which logs activity on iOS devices to find potential attacks. The companies expect the deal to close by 2023.
- September 08, 2022
08 Sep'22
Apple chases growing premium market with iPhone 14
Apple shifted its attention to premium smartphones in the latest iPhone 14 lineup with features such as Lockdown Mode that IT organizations can use to protect sensitive data.
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- August 10, 2022
10 Aug'22
Samsung offers Fold4 to an indifferent business market
Samsung aims the new Fold4 directly at the business market with optimized versions of Google and Microsoft productivity apps. The device is scheduled to ship this month.
- April 11, 2022
11 Apr'22
PC shipments slow, but the market remains strong
IDC reported that global PC shipments fell by 5% in the first three months, but vendors still shipped more than 80 million units for the seventh consecutive quarter.
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- March 21, 2022
21 Mar'22
Samsung top user interface available on non-flagship phones
Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets will get the One UI 4.1 user interface. The premium UI for the company's flagship phones offers screen sharing while on video calls.
- March 17, 2022
17 Mar'22
Cisco adds ML to Meraki cameras to track objects
Cisco's MV Sense is available as a subscription with Meraki MV cameras. Companies can use the service to count boxes in a warehouse or track equipment on a factory floor.
- March 11, 2022
11 Mar'22
Google improves Android message management
The latest Android update will sort text messages as business or personal and send reminders for unanswered messages. The update is for devices running Android 6 or higher.
- March 10, 2022
10 Mar'22
Apple to launch iOS 15.4 with Tap to Pay, Face ID update
The last update to iOS 15 will include Tap to Pay, a mask-friendly Face ID, a new Siri voice, and the ability to store a driver's license or state ID in Wallet.
- March 09, 2022
09 Mar'22
Apple's M1 Ultra delivers more power for creative pros
The latest iteration of Apple's proprietary chip will power the Mac Studio workstation, a replacement for the Mac Pro and the last model to get the M1 series chip.
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- March 04, 2022
04 Mar'22
HP brings device management to VR headsets
HP's SaaS product lets businesses using HTC and Pico virtual reality headsets track device locations, push application updates, patch devices and set security policies.
- February 09, 2022
09 Feb'22
Samsung ditches Note, brings S Pen to flagship S series
The Galaxy S22 Ultra combines the Note's writing utensil and size with the S series' camera. The new smartphone has a starting price of $1,200.
- February 09, 2022
09 Feb'22
Apple Tap to Pay makes iPhone a payment terminal
In the spring, Stripe will become the first payment platform to support Tap to Pay for contactless credit and debit cards and digital wallets. Shopify's POS app uses Stripe.
- January 20, 2022
20 Jan'22
Logitech brings USB device management to home office
Sync, a web-based platform that helps IT make sure devices are up-to-date and working correctly, will now work with at-home devices like webcams and headsets.
- January 13, 2022
13 Jan'22
John Deere enters future of farming with autonomous tractor
The farm gear manufacturer will release a self-driving 8R model as farmers struggle to find labor and seek equipment for more efficient farming to maximize yield.
- January 10, 2022
10 Jan'22
AMD bolsters security, while Intel ups speed in latest chips
AMD's Ryzen 6000 series includes the Microsoft Pluton security processor, while Intel claims its Core i9-12900HK chip is the fastest mobile processor in the market.
- November 22, 2021
22 Nov'21
Apple self-service repair unlikely to help businesses
Experts believe small and medium-size businesses will continue using repair shops to fix Apple iPhones and Macs to avoid breaking and replacing the hardware.
- November 18, 2021
18 Nov'21
Apple launches SMB device management
Designed for companies of up to 500 employees, Business Essentials offers tools to download apps and push updates to iPhones, iPads and Macs. It provides up to 2 TB iCloud storage.
- November 18, 2021
18 Nov'21
Samsung brings Android 12 privacy to Galaxy S21 series
One UI 4 notifies smartphone users when apps access their camera, location or microphone. The software also lists the apps accessing people's data and keeps track of permissions.
- October 04, 2021
04 Oct'21
Disney adopts Amazon's white-label voice assistant for hotels
The "Hey Disney" voice assistant is the first use of Amazon's white-labeled voice assistant in a major hotel chain. It will coexist with Amazon's "Hey Alexa" in Echo devices.
- October 01, 2021
01 Oct'21
Apple improves MDM on iOS, iPad OS
Changes to Apple's mobile device management protocol could lead to better MDM products for iPhones and iPads. The protocol update is in iOS 15 and iPad OS 15.
- September 23, 2021
23 Sep'21
Microsoft brings Thunderbolt to Surface computers
The high-speed Thunderbolt 4 port introduced in the Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Pro 8 will replace the USB-C ports found in older Surface computers.
- September 17, 2021
17 Sep'21
Apple brings longer battery life, larger storage to iPhone 13
The iPhone 13 will last an hour and a half longer than its iPhone 12 counterpart and have twice the minimum storage, Apple said. The Pro Max model will offer up to 1 TB of storage.
- August 26, 2021
26 Aug'21
PC shipments in the US grow, despite chip shortage
Research firm Canalys found that the education and enterprise sectors drove a significant increase in PC shipments, despite delivery delays from the global chip shortage.
- August 25, 2021
25 Aug'21
Reports: Apple will announce more powerful products this fall
Analysts and media reports say the new iPhone, iPad Pro and MacBook Pro will include the next iteration of Apple's proprietary silicon, as well as faster refresh rates and more ports.
- August 12, 2021
12 Aug'21
Samsung moves closer to business use with Galaxy Z Fold3
Samsung's latest foldable smartphone has features likely to appeal to businesspeople, including a more durable body and display and support for the S Pen stylus.
- July 30, 2021
30 Jul'21
Tech buyers warned Windows PC prices rising soon
Gartner and IDC expect price hikes for Windows PCs to come soon because of the global chip crisis. An IDC analyst said prices could rise more than 15%.
- July 22, 2021
22 Jul'21
Amazon updates aim for Alexa everywhere
Amazon's latest Alexa advancements include better support for natural language, interoperability with more devices and support for devices running multiple voice assistants.
- July 08, 2021
08 Jul'21
Mosyle adds screen sharing to MDM software
Mosyle's Screen View establishes a peer-to-peer connection for screen sharing between IT support staff and people with Apple devices. The new tool is in the Mosyle Admin Portal.
- June 10, 2021
10 Jun'21
Motorola adds 5G to its Moto G Stylus
Motorola will offer the $400 Moto G Stylus 5G as a more affordable alternative to the $1,000 Samsung Galaxy Note 5G.
- June 09, 2021
09 Jun'21
Apple adds multitasking, productivity features to iPadOS
The latest iPad operating system improves the way users work on side-by-side applications and lets them use the iPad to extend a MacBook or iMac display.
- June 08, 2021
08 Jun'21
Huawei's HarmonyOS faces uphill battle against Android, iOS
Analysts say Huawei's HarmonyOS for smartphones and tablets is unlikely to succeed against Android and iOS without easy access to popular apps or a global sales channel.
- June 03, 2021
03 Jun'21
Jamf makes sharing Apple devices easier
The endpoint management company's new Single Login feature makes it easier for a company's employees to share iPhones and iPads. The feature requires a Pro license.
- May 19, 2021
19 May'21
Google overhauls Android appearance, privacy settings
Android 12 will feature larger and rounder widgets, themes based on backgrounds and settings that let users opt out of letting apps access their locations, microphones and cameras.
- May 18, 2021
18 May'21
Samsung Display debuts foldable, slidable phone concepts
The concepts include two smartphones that expand from portable devices into tablets, a tablet that converts to a laptop and a PC display with a camera underneath.
- April 30, 2021
30 Apr'21
Samsung releases 2 lightweight laptops
The Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 pair with other Samsung devices and start at $1,000 and $1,200, respectively. The 13-inch Book Pro weighs less than 2 pounds.
- April 28, 2021
28 Apr'21
New iPhone privacy settings to hurt small business bottom lines
Small businesses said revenue could drop by as much as 30% because of recent changes Apple made in the iPhone privacy settings. Companies worry they won't reach customers online.
- April 15, 2021
15 Apr'21
Chip shortage driving up PC prices, wait times
Businesses pay more for PCs and find it difficult to replace aging ones as the ongoing chip shortage leaves computer makers scrambling for components.
- April 09, 2021
09 Apr'21
AR use cases gain ground due to COVID-19, maturing tech
AR technology is growing beyond technical instruction, helped by work-from-home mandates and maturing technology.
- April 08, 2021
08 Apr'21
Samsung introduces its cheapest A Series 5G phone yet
The Korean smartphone maker announced five additions to its midtier Galaxy A Series, including the A02s, A12, and three 5G phones, the A32, A42, and A52.
- April 06, 2021
06 Apr'21
LG to stop selling mobile phones
The Korean manufacturer will drop mobile phones and focus on electronic vehicles, smart homes and robotics. Its mobile phone unit will close by August.
- March 30, 2021
30 Mar'21
Apple Watch effective at assessing heart health
An at-home walking test with the Apple Watch yielded 'accurate and meaningful insights' into a person's heart strength, a Stanford University study found.
- March 18, 2021
18 Mar'21
Samsung unveils three midrange phones
Samsung's midrange Galaxy A52, A52 5G, and A72 come with additional security and more Android OS updates. The phones will be available internationally first.
- March 12, 2021
12 Mar'21
Microsoft will pull iOS, Android Cortana apps on March 31
Microsoft will say goodbye to the Android and iOS Cortana apps on March 31. The company has retreated from the consumer market to focus on Cortana in 365.
- February 24, 2021
24 Feb'21
Google to release Android password check, messaging features
Google plans to release the latest features for the Android OS gradually. The updates include password checking, text message scheduling and better message dictation.
- February 23, 2021
23 Feb'21
Apple boosts smartphone market with 5G iPhone debut
Apple injected much-needed life into the smartphone market with its 5G iPhone 12 line. Gartner said the company was the No. 1 phone manufacturer in the fourth quarter of 2020.
- February 19, 2021
19 Feb'21
Google emphasizes security, privacy in Android 12 preview
Google highlighted privacy and security changes in the Android 12 developer preview. The OS, expected this fall, standardizes password complexity requirements for enterprise users.
- February 16, 2021
16 Feb'21
Microsoft launches iPad-optimized Office app
Microsoft has pushed out a version of its Office app made with iPads in mind. The app combines Word, Excel and PowerPoint into a single offering and has some new features.
- February 12, 2021
12 Feb'21
Microsoft cuts Surface Duo's price to $1,000
Microsoft has slashed the price of its dual-screen Surface Duo phone. Experts said the device, which is focused on office work, failed to connect with consumers.
- February 11, 2021
11 Feb'21
Ionic Capacitor emerging as successor to Cordova
The Ionic Capacitor mobile development framework helps enterprise developers build apps using standard web technology so they can tune their custom web apps for mobile devices.
- February 04, 2021
04 Feb'21
Cheaper 5G phones may spark global smartphone sales rebound
After a down 2020, global smartphone sales will bounce back this year. Gartner expects 11% growth in 2021, with cheaper 5G phones giving shoppers incentive to buy.
- February 03, 2021
03 Feb'21
Microsoft to improve voice controls in Outlook mobile
Microsoft plans to bolster mobile workers' productivity when using 365 by improving the voice controls in Outlook and adding handwriting transcription to Lens.
- January 22, 2021
22 Jan'21
Samsung to release a faster OLED laptop display
The Korean manufacturer plans to ship large quantities of the 14-inch 90 Hz display by the end of the quarter. Potential buyers include Lenovo and other global IT companies.
- January 15, 2021
15 Jan'21
Samsung lowers the price of Galaxy phones with S21 line
Samsung has dropped the starting price of its latest Galaxy phones by 20%. The S21 line will start at $800 when it goes on sale Jan. 29. Other models will cost $1,000 and $1,200.
- January 14, 2021
14 Jan'21
Qualcomm to buy Nuvia for $1.4 billion
Qualcomm's $1.4 billion acquisition of Nuvia would bring a top-notch silicon design team to the mobile chipmaker. Qualcomm did not say when it expects to close the deal.
- January 12, 2021
12 Jan'21
High phone prices driving consumers to the used phone market
High-priced phones from Apple and Samsung have energized the used phone market, experts said. A $1,000-plus price tag leads many to reconsider the value of a new phone.
- December 18, 2020
18 Dec'20
Facebook attacks Apple over upcoming iPhone privacy measures
Facebook claims Apple's upcoming privacy change will hurt small businesses, but Apple argues the move gives users control over the personal data collected by apps.
- December 09, 2020
09 Dec'20
Apple requiring privacy notices from app developers
The privacy labels on new apps and updates on the App Store have to list the data collected by developers and their partners. The notices resemble nutritional labels on food.
- December 04, 2020
04 Dec'20
Google launching basic Android device management
Google's Android Enterprise Essentials will let small businesses add necessary security to their Android devices without the complexity of more advanced management products.
- December 02, 2020
02 Dec'20
Smartphone market shows signs of recovery
Recent analyst reports indicate the smartphone market is leaving its deep pandemic funk as consumer spending on electronics rises and Chinese manufacturing returns to normal.
- October 27, 2020
27 Oct'20
Election apps, advertising target mobile phone users
As political campaigns ramp up their use of mobile technology to do battle this election season, apps have arisen to inform citizens and encourage them to vote.
- October 16, 2020
16 Oct'20
5G isn't for the iPhone 12 buyer
U.S. carriers are years away from delivering reliable 5G service nationwide, so the supporting technology in the iPhone 12 is not a reason to buy Apple's latest smartphone.
- September 25, 2020
25 Sep'20
Microsoft adding voice commands to Outlook mobile app
Voice commands built into the Outlook mobile app will speed up writing emails, scheduling meetings and calling colleagues, Microsoft said at Ignite this week.
- September 16, 2020
16 Sep'20
Faster iPads unveiled at Apple Event
At this week's Apple Event, the company unveiled an iPad Air powered by the company's fastest A14 processor. Apple also introduced the eighth-generation iPad.
- September 15, 2020
15 Sep'20
Nvidia's Arm Limited buy could shake mobile industry
Nvidia announced a $40 billion deal to buy chip designer Arm Limited. Now, it must convince regulators and smartphone makers that it will keep the company neutral.
- September 14, 2020
14 Sep'20
Android 11 release raises separation of work, personal data
The new Android 11 release keeps work and personal information separate, while limited permissions give users greater control of their data.
- September 08, 2020
08 Sep'20
Lower prices could bolster declining global smartphone sales
Lower prices, the buildout of 5G networks and the eventual need for device replacement could help pull global smartphone sales out of their current funk.
- August 21, 2020
21 Aug'20
OnwardMobility leans on nostalgia in new BlackBerry
OnwardMobility is betting the return of the physical keyboard to its new BlackBerry will garner fans among mobile professionals. The phone is set for release next year.
- August 18, 2020
18 Aug'20
High Surface Duo price limits phone's appeal
Microsoft is pitching its new dual-screen Surface phone as a productivity powerhouse. Experts said the high Surface Duo price tag will limit its potential market.
- August 10, 2020
10 Aug'20
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked highlighted Microsoft partnership
Product integrations unveiled at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked could benefit users of Samsung devices and the Microsoft Office productivity suite.
- June 25, 2020
25 Jun'20
The iOS 14 update offers little to enterprise users
Enterprises won't see much benefit from the features in the iOS 14 update Apple announced this week, but some changes may improve collaboration.
- June 19, 2020
19 Jun'20
Microsoft Authenticator for Android update adds options
This month's Microsoft Authenticator for Android update allows users to check their recent account activity and change passwords within the password management app.
- June 05, 2020
05 Jun'20
Global smartphone sales took sizable hit in Q1
The first quarter of 2020 brought a 20% decline in global smartphone sales. Analysts cited weak demand and pandemic-related disruptions as reasons for the drop.
- May 08, 2020
08 May'20
MobileIron purchase looks to ease mobile app deployment
MobileIron says its purchase of Incapptic Connect will make the enterprise app deployment process easier. Experts say the move could benefit IT pros.
- April 10, 2020
10 Apr'20
Citrix ShareFile a remote work tool for San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers play on a big stage, but they face the same work-from-home challenges as many businesses. They use the remote work tool Citrix ShareFile to help overcome them.
- March 27, 2020
27 Mar'20
iPad Pro news a boon for enterprise users
Apple announced updates to its iPad Pro, including mouse support, but analysts do not believe the changes will lead to widespread adoption.
- March 19, 2020
19 Mar'20
Remote work could cause mobile network problems in a pandemic
Experts said the extra traffic caused by new remote workers could put a strain on mobile networks, but it could also cause businesses to rethink how work gets done.
- March 17, 2020
17 Mar'20
Analyst: Distributed cloud may be the future
In the enterprise, the trend has been toward centralizing data and work in the cloud, but an increased number of smart devices may push out infrastructure into a distributed cloud. Frank Gens, ...
- March 10, 2020
10 Mar'20
Android 11 features zero in on security, privacy
Google's first developer preview of Android 11 highlights features aimed squarely at the enterprise, including bolstered security, a focus on compatibility and improved messaging.
- March 04, 2020
04 Mar'20
Enhanced BlackBerry Spark strives for zero-trust security
With a bolstered unified endpoint security layer, announced at last week's RSA Conference, BlackBerry Spark wants to bring zero-trust security to a broad swath of devices.
- February 28, 2020
28 Feb'20
Microsoft antivirus software for Android, iOS a reflection of the times
The announcement of Microsoft antivirus software Defender on Android and iOS caused some puzzlement, but experts said the move recognizes the current security landscape.
- February 25, 2020
25 Feb'20
Lenovo ThinkPad models upgraded to Intel 10th Gen, AMD Ryzen 4000
New models include Intel 10th Gen vPro CPUs and, on select models, AMD Ryzen 4000 Pro CPUs. Wi-Fi 6, ThinkShield and modern standby are also featured in the new models.
- February 20, 2020
20 Feb'20
Augmented reality technology matures but deployment hurdles remain
For IT admins who are just getting the hang of managing smartphones and tablets in the enterprise, AR may not be a welcome tech.
- February 13, 2020
13 Feb'20
Samsung Unpacked 2020 a foreshadowing of enterprise mobility trends
The Samsung Unpacked event may have focused on consumer-oriented announcements such as the unveiling of its foldable Galaxy Z Flip, but experts said it's a sign of what's to come.
- February 13, 2020
13 Feb'20
MWC Barcelona 2020 cancelled because of coronavirus concerns
Industry observers called the cancellation of Mobile World Congress 2020 disappointing but understandable. The cancellation was announced on Wednesday, with hosting organization GSM Association ...
- February 07, 2020
07 Feb'20
BlackBerry smartphones pact will lapse, marking end of an era
With the end of a BlackBerry devices licensing agreement, will the iconic smartphone brand disappear from the market? Experts discuss the company and its legacy.
- February 04, 2020
04 Feb'20
Iowa election voting app snafu: a lack of testing?
An inadequately tested mobile app may have contributed to the confusion surrounding last night's Iowa Democratic Party Caucus, something experts said underlined the importance of developers testing ...
- February 03, 2020
03 Feb'20
Will Microsoft's Surface Duo phone conquer the enterprise?
Will businesses find a use for -- and will developers build apps for -- Microsoft's upcoming dual-screen Surface Duo phone? Experts say they can only speculate for now.
- January 23, 2020
23 Jan'20
Sophos adds mobile threat defense app to Intercept X line
Intercept X for Mobile is compatible with iOS and Android devices, as well as Chrome OS and Chromebooks. It offers privacy protection, authentication and other security features.
- January 10, 2020
10 Jan'20
5G connectivity won't be enterprise-ready in 2020
Despite hype and new device announcements, experts expect 5G will take time to catch on in the enterprise. The tech has potential, but not all the necessary factors are in place.
- January 07, 2020
07 Jan'20
It's a foldable PC: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold hands-on preview
The much-awaited Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold headlined the vendor's CES 2020 appearance, accompanied by upgrades to two of its flagship laptops -- the ThinkPad X1 Carbon and Yoga.
- December 11, 2019
11 Dec'19
Mobile device security key trend in top 10 most read stories of 2019
Mobile devices provide productivity benefits but introduce security concerns, a delicate balance for IT pros that surfaces in this year's list of most read stories.
- November 06, 2019
06 Nov'19
New Outlook features appeal to users on the go
At Ignite, Microsoft announced some improvements to its Office app and Outlook for iOS and Android. Learn about how it benefits both IT and end users.
- September 13, 2019
13 Sep'19
New iPhone 11 features focus on consumers, not enterprises
Apple's new line of iPhones made headlines for better battery life and cameras, but it's the improved security features that will matter most to the enterprise.
- August 13, 2019
13 Aug'19
Samsung-Microsoft partnership will benefit end users
The capabilities that come with connecting your smartphone to your PC can have substantial benefits for end users, according to analysts, as Samsung and Microsoft partner.
- August 08, 2019
08 Aug'19
Samsung Unpacked brings Note10 and 10+, DeX improvements
At Samsung Unpacked 2019, the newest Galaxy note models were revealed, along with DeX updates, a hybrid laptop, smartwatch updates and more.
- July 10, 2019
10 Jul'19
Identity management strategy starts with people, not technology
Organizations have the tough job of creating an overarching view of identity inside and out of the company. One thing they should remember? Focus on people rather than technology.
- July 01, 2019
01 Jul'19
IAM market evolves, but at a cost
At a recent security and identity conference, attendees discussed the IAM market in clear terms: Shiny new features might be cool, but practicality reigns.
- June 28, 2019
28 Jun'19
Identity access management at a crossroads
In this Q&A, Ping Identity CEO Andre Durand explains why identity management is being subsumed by security and how AI and automation will modernize identity management systems.
- June 19, 2019
19 Jun'19
BlackBerry Enterprise Mobility Suite adds 5 new features
BlackBerry has upgraded its Enterprise Mobility Suite in an effort to connect business and consumer applications in a secure environment to enable instant collaboration.