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• 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.

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• 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.

• June 14, 2019 14 Jun'19

  How the Huawei ban will affect enterprise mobility

  The U.S.'s ban of business purchases of foreign telecommunications products, largely aimed at Chinese vendor Huawei, has major implications for mobile IT admins around the world.

• June 13, 2019 13 Jun'19

  Intel's Project Athena aims to improve mobile PC standards

  Intel's multi-year plan to improve PCs focuses first on improving battery life and connectivity capabilities. But analysts warn that Intel could fall into the over promise and under deliver trap.

• June 10, 2019 10 Jun'19

  New Vive virtual reality for enterprise is now available

  The Vive Pro Eye, a virtual reality product specifically designed for enterprise is now available for purchase in North America, and features precision eye tracking.

• June 07, 2019 07 Jun'19

  New iOS features and other announcements from Apple WWDC 2019

  At its Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple announced new iOS features for iOS 13, an entirely new OS exclusively for iPads, iPadOS, and other interesting product news. Learn more about these ...

• June 06, 2019 06 Jun'19

  IPadOS, Mac Pro aim to improve Apple's enterprise stance

  The new iPadOS is a distinct operating system for the Apple tablet. New features such as mouse and external hard drive connectivity and multi-app capabilities leave little doubt where it's aimed -- the enterprise.

• June 05, 2019 05 Jun'19

  Apple iPadOS brings new features, plus more from WWDC

  At the WWDC 2019 keynote, Apple unveiled iPadOS, an operating system specifically for iPads, along with a new Mac Pro, macOS Catalina, new iOS 13 features and watchOS 6.

• May 30, 2019 30 May'19

  Alpha Software's low-code development tool targets mobile apps

  Alpha Software rolled out a low-code development platform that allows citizen developers to digitize paper forms that can be integrated into enterprise workflows.

• May 30, 2019 30 May'19

  Cisco and F5 launch F5 ACI ServiceCenter app

  Now available in Cisco's ACI App Center, the F5 ACI ServiceCenter app was designed by Cisco and F5 Networks to combine L2-3 connectivity with L4-7 application services.

• May 21, 2019 21 May'19

  Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 resurrects AR for Google

  At $999, the Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 for businesses promises better performance, battery life, camera quality and style than its consumer-focused 2013 edition.

• May 14, 2019 14 May'19

  Lenovo launches AR for the workplace with ThinkReality

  Lenovo announced ThinkReality A6, its new head-mounted AR product. It was designed specifically with the workforce in mind to increase time and cost efficiency.

• May 14, 2019 14 May'19

  Dell Latitude PCs get redesign with IT, mobile workforce in mind

  Dell's Latitude PCs get a new look and new features that could make it easier for IT admins to support a mobile workforce, according to analysts.

• May 13, 2019 13 May'19

  New MobileIron zero-trust security platform launches

  MobileIron launched its zero-trust security platform, so customers could use their mobile phones as secure IDs. This would eliminate the need for passwords.

• May 08, 2019 08 May'19

  The new Google Pixel 3a Android smartphone starts at $399

  Google launched the more affordable Pixel 3a and 3a XL phones for $399 and $479, with the aim of providing smartphones similar in quality to the Pixels for less money.

• May 03, 2019 03 May'19

  Chrome OS 74 brings support for AI search, annotations and more

  Google's Chrome OS 74 release includes numerous organizational, accessibility and security upgrades, as well as Android and Linux support, to improve usability.

• April 22, 2019 22 Apr'19

  BlackBerry Messenger to shut down, paid version available

  The original encrypted BBM app will no longer be available as of May 31 as BlackBerry and Emtek go their separate ways, though the subscription enterprise version is now available.

• April 12, 2019 12 Apr'19

  New AMD Ryzen PRO, Athlon PRO processors added to AMD lineup

  AMD claims the second-generation AMD Ryzen PRO 3000 series and Athlon PRO 300 series will outperform competition in graphics performance, battery life and security in business-grade laptops.