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As Microsoft ends support for Windows XP and Office 2003, businesses face significant security risks. Time to modernise with the latest tech.
Worldwide sales of smartphones accounted for 53.6 percent of overall mobile phone sales in 2013, exceeding annual sales of feature phones for the first time.
Microsoft has sold over 200 million Windows 8 licences, doubling sales figures in a year, with focus on developing tablet apps.
If you label computers as devices on which people actually conduct their business, then recents findings suggest Apple leads the way.
WeChat sees a 379% increase in users between Q2 and Q4 2013, making it the top growing social app, says GlobalWebIndex report.
Microsoft offers a vital checklist for SMBs to transition from Windows XP before its looming end of support on April 8, 2014.
Microsoft to phase out Metro from desktops in Windows 8.1 update, focusing more on its strengths in tablets where it outshines Android and iOS.
Windows 8.1 is growing in popularity, passing Windows Vista for the first time since Microsoft launched its revamped version in October last month.
Phablet sales soar to 120m by 2018, with East Asia leading demand for gaming and streaming on larger screens, reports Juniper Research.
Good Technology unveils 'Migrate Now' to aid BlackBerry users switch to iOS, Android, or Windows Phone for free, targeting those stuck in contracts.
Microsoft reports a staggering $24.52 billion in Q2 revenue, thanks to soaring Surface sales, robust Xbox numbers, and cloud service growth.
Wacom Intuos Pro Medium impresses but Mac users face limitations - an indispensable tool for graphic designers. Score: 8/10.
HP revives Windows 7 in a bold move, suggesting it's back by popular demand, overshadowing Microsoft's push for Windows 8 upgrades.
The Rapoo E6700 keyboard is the newest release from the fast growing Chinese manufacturer's stable. How does it stack up in day to day use?.
Microsoft has extended support for Windows XP until July, but has stressed that it is not a supported operating system.
Following on from Jon DeVaan's Microsoft retirement earlier this week, Redmond's head of software testing has also cut his losses.
Android leads as global device sales approach 2.5 billion, with emerging markets driving growth and mobile phones dominating shipments.
AMD teams with BlueStacks to integrate full Android OS experience into Windows PCs, offering seamless app usage and enhanced gaming.
NZ businesses warned against rash tech upgrades, which may not always offer benefits, says IT expert Ray Delany.
Microsoft plans to drop the Windows 8 name and brand its next release as Windows 9 in an attempt to distance itself from the Windows 8 failure.
