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Leading IT Distributor, Aptec Distribution unveiled its channel blitzkrieg to promote latest offerings for Mid-Sized Enterprise (MSE) from NetApp across GCC. Aptec conducted roadshows to spread awareness about the NetApp offerings for MSE in UAE, Oman, Kuwait and Qatar, which was attended by nearly 200 participants from around 93 channel partners across the 4 countries, it represented a strong push by Global IT Storage leader, NetApp, to capture the MSE marketshare in the MENA region. These exclusive events saw 4 lucky winners walk away with 42 inch LED TV’s as part of the lucky draw held at the end of each roadshow.Read More…

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Farabi Technology Middle East today announced the official inauguration of Solutions4Mobility which will offer its customers a cost effective and efficient way to reach their clients 24/7 anywhere, anytime across multiple platforms.
Keeping up with the flow, while focusing on offering high quality applications our clients, Farabi has lengthened its portfolio with the aim to digitalize and mobilize the information on hand by launching a new company dedicated for its mobility integration offerings. Read More…

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Superior Business Solutions announced that it has signed a reseller agreement with QSR International. QSR International offers data analysis software solutions which helps to analyze numerical data and helps to access, organize and analyze unstructured information in material like documents, pictures, audio, video, spreadsheets and database tables. QSR software doesn’t do the thinking for you; its powerful workspace helps you to explore your information, so you can make new discoveries and ultimately, better decisions.Read More…

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Toshiba launched the 13.3″ Portégé Z830 Ultrabook device, the company’s first Intel Core processor based Ultrabook that offers portability, durability, performance and essential multimedia features in a slim and sleek design in the Middle East region. Powerful performance in thin and light design Measuring 15.9 mm thick and weighing less than 1.2 kg, the Portégé Z830 is the world’s thinnest and lightest Ultrabook. Powered by the latest 2nd Generation Intel Core Processor for Ultrabook with Intel HD 3000 graphics, high-performance 128GB solid state drive and 4GB DDR3 memory, the Portégé Z830 is geared for enhanced performance for efficient mobile working experience. Read More…

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LG launched its new WXGA Portable LED projector, HW300Y which delivers broadband and DLNA connectivity for outstanding entertainment options in a highly portable package. The HW300Y produces clear, exceptionally bright pictures, while it’s super long-lasting lamp should still be working two decades after the projector comes out the box.
“The HW300Y has all the content advantages of broadband and DLNA connectivity, and is compact enough that you can carry and watch it almost anywhere,” said H.S. Paik, President, LG Gulf. Read More…

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Bee mobile announced the launch of Bee 7100, an Android powered touch and type enabled smart phone in the UAE, Saudi and lower Gulf countries. Bee 7100 is the cheapest Android phone available in the market today. It is the newest addition to the range of hugely successful Bee mobile phones including Bee Talk, the Bee P320 and Bee Transformer which was sold out within days of its launch early this year.
The brand Bee focuses on overall customer experience and is committed to offering the best benefits and value for their purchase. Read More…

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According to IDC’s 2011 Marketscape report Xerox leads the worldwide Managed Print Services (MPS) segment. The report, which analyzes MPS vendors and delivers an overview of competitive fitness, highlights Xerox’s ability to serve companies of all sizes through its continuum of MPS services delivered by both direct and indirect distribution channels.
As per IDC companies considering MPS should look at the breadth of a vendor’s current offerings and the strategic outlook for future services. Read More…

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Leading email security provider, Comendo along with its distributor in the region, Bulwark Technologies hosted reseller meet ‘Security Unplugged’ in Dubai to update on latest offerings from Comendo like Hosted managed Security solutions, and its proprietary solutions for cloud e-mail filtering, spamFence, mailFence and backupFence. Chris Oestergaard, Product Director of Comendo spoke on how the combination of SpamFence and MailFence works to combat spam and viruses and to provide total protection before reaching customers’ networks. Attendees also had the chance to learn about backupFence, a hosted managed backup and archiving solution.Read More…

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Samsung launched its stunningly thin, compact aluminum premium Series 7 CHRONOS notebooks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Series 7 CHRONOS has been designed with an attention-grabbing style to complement its stunning performance. Crafted using modern, brushed-aluminum, the durable casing gives the Series 7 an exclusive, refined look. Thin and compact, the 14″ Series 7 weighs just 2.17kg while the 15″ product weighs 2.31kg; both products are just 23.9mm thick. The high-spec Series 7 CHRONOS with Intel’s Core i7 Quad Core embraces the ExpressCache technology, providing an extra 8GB of flash memory on the motherboard. Read More…

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Epson introduced its new set of affordable, compact projectors EB-1880, EB-1860 and EB-1840W designed to deliver high-quality presentations quickly and easily, with a range of helpful features in the Middle East. The new projectors are powered by Epson’s 3LCD technology, the projectors provide a vibrant, high-quality picture, thanks to an equally high White and Colour Light Output of up to 4,000 lumens and a contrast ratio of 2,500:1. Read More…

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Oman based leading bank, Ahlibank signed Path Solutions to implement Islamic Core banking system iMAL to help Ahlibank start its Islamic banking functions which are schedule to take off in the first quarter of 2012. Ahlibank is the first breakthrough for Path Solutions’ iMAL in Oman and it will deploy the solutions at the bank’s headquarters in Muscat and across its proposed network of Islamic banking branches. “We are very pleased to forge the partnership with Ahlibank. Path Solutions offers focused services from installation and implementation through to project management and help-desk. Besides, the advanced architecture of iMAL will allow Ahlibank to expand easily, to keep on innovating and quickly launching new Islamic banking products, thus guaranteeing superior customer experience. Read More…

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Leading manufacturers of specialty printers, Primera Technology recently announced the launch of their new CX1000 Color Label Printer a perfect printing solution for in-house production of professional-quality product labels. CX1000 is ideal for producing short- to medium-run jobs from 50 to 5,000 labels per roll in various sizes. With 2400 dpi print resolution and print speed of 16.25 feet per minute (5 meters/minute), CX1000 delivers professional full-color print quality along with high-speed production.Read More…