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LG introduced its latest CINEMA 3D projector that can project onto any viewing surface up to 200-inches bearing model no. CF3DAT. With its built-in tuner and 2D to 3D conversion engine, it can also project a wide variety of high definition 3D content. Despite its large 200-inch projection area, the CF3DAT projects clear and bright images, using its Full HD display (1920×1080) supported by a brightness of 1,250 ANSI lumens in 3D mode, approximately six times brighter than other premium projectors.Read More…

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Promate Technologies announced a strategic new partnership with a major Saudi distributor FasTech, while seeking to capitalise on the expanding accessories and peripherals market currently springing up in Saudi Arabia and is confident the logistical and financial expertise FasTech bring to the table will help them better serve this critically important MEA region. Yasir ALkaar, Managing Director, Promate says, “Promate constantly strive to seamlessly incorporate modern technology into your daily life. Promate’s R&D team is continuously asked to find solutions to enhance the way we use everyday technologies. Read More…

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Leading monitor brand, AOC launched e2752Vq, a 27 inches wide screen, energy efficient, eco-friendly, mercury free, cost-effective WLED monitor that cuts down power consumption upto 50% in the Middle East and Africa region. AOC e2752Vq WLED backlight panel saves the environment, containing no toxic mercury and using only 50% power of traditional CCFL screens. The Ultra-high dynamic contrast of 20,000,000:1 reveals more depth and detail in darker scenes which is perfectly suited for PC Gaming and Home Theatre environment.
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Toshiba Gulf honoured its distributors at a recently held ceremony in Dubai. Toshiba acknowledged the efforts by presenting an Platinum Business to Business Partner of the Year Award to Bahwan IT and Gold Business to Business Partner of the Year to Arabian Business Machines Co. (ABM). “The performance of our Middle East distributors has contributed greatly to the market growth of Toshiba within the region.Read More…

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According to a leading market intelligence firm, IHS formally known as iSuppli predicted that the mobile PC market is embracing the new ultrabook platform in a big way, and is expected to rise to account for more than 40 percent of all notebooks by 2015. Ultrabooks will represent 43 percent of global notebook PC shipments in 2015, up from 2 percent in 2011 and 13 percent in 2012. Following their first year of shipments in 2011, Ultrabook penetration of the notebook market will increase rapidly, rising to 28 percent in 2013 and to 38 percent in 2014.
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BenQ announced the appointment of gaming specialist distribution company Geekay Distribution to distribute their latest XL and RL Gaming Monitor series in the Middle East region. Geekay is the exclusive distributors for Steelseries, Gioteck, Licensed Nintendo, Licensed PlayStation, Duracell Gaming and the Ben 10 licensed range in the region.Read More…

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Logitech unveiled a compact sound system for music, movies, games and calls that pairs easily with smartphones, tablets and other Bluetooth-enabled devices, the Logitech Mini Boombox in the Middle East region. Mini Boombox is a small package with a big performance, that features specially designed acoustic chamber with enhanced bass, and the handy speakerphone with built-in microphone to give clear calls in the office, in the car or in the back yard. It’s great for phone calls or video chats – alone or with a group.Read More…

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Microsoft Hardware recently signed up with leading electronics distributor, Techmart to build a direct distribution business structure for its products in the Gulf countries of UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. Techmart has been operating in the Middle East for the last nine years, and has evolved a unique direct distribution structure, with ground level presence in 10 countries, servicing 7,000 retailers directly through its own sales force across the Middle East.Read More…

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Leading taiwanese manufacturers of laptops, All-in-one PCs, tablets, graphics cards, and motherboards MSI (Micro-Star International), recently announced the appointment of Steven Chen as Regional Sales Director for the notebook division at MSI headquarters in Taipei. In his new role Steven Chen will oversee the strategy to expand the MSI business in emerging markets. Steven will ensure that each country team has the same scope, values and direction for the MSI brand. Read More…

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LSI announced the acquisition of the leading provider of flash storage processors for enterprise and client flash solutions and solid state drives (SSDs) SandForce for nearly $322 million. The acquisition greatly enhances LSI’s competitive position in the fast-growing server and storage PCIe flash adapter market, where the WarpDrive family of products from LSI already uses SandForce flash storage processors. Read More…

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Bytes Document Solutions, the distributor for Xerox in 26 African countries appointed Linxia to distribute its range of Xerox multifunction devices (MFDs) and printers in the Republic of Mauritius and surrounding Indian Ocean islands. “We have extended our partnership to Linxia’s 300 channel partners, and we are supporting them out of South Africa, with a regional Xerox reseller programme. That infrastructure is a key factor in the success of Xerox in the region, since Mauritius is increasingly serving as a hub for the Indian Ocean islands.”Read More…

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Point of View, leading Dutch brand of tablets and graphics card appointed Asbis Middle East as its authorised distributor for the region to launch the wide range of 7″ to 10″ of tablets and graphic cards in the Middle East region.
According to Point of View, Asbis’ appointment is part of a plan to grow its presence in the Middle East market. Najib Nesrini, sales director, Point of View Middle East, said “the company has decided to partner with Asbis because the two companies have got common ground in how to develop and grow business in the Middle East region. Read More…