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HP at its annual global Imaging and Printing Conference announced several new innovations, collaborations, apps and solutions for all types of users – from consumers and small to midsize businesses (SMBs), to enterprise organizations and graphic arts customers. HP also believes the adoption of its cloud-enabled, web-connected print technologies has reached the mainstream. The new launches from HP during the show included 3D scanner, LaserJet printers and Scanjet printer. HP TopShot LaserJet Pro M275 is an affordable desktop companion that’s ideal for small businesses or home offices that is equipped with revolutionary technology that captures six separate images of a document or 3-D object and produces one final seamless image of exceptional quality. With this technology, SMBs can quickly produce high-quality images for immediate use in printed materials or on the web. 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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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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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…

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Lexmark recently signed an agreement to provide composite printing and imaging solutions for across its region-wide network of MAF Retail and the deal covers the nearly 70 Carrefour Hypermarkets and Supermarkets across 8 Middle Eastern countries including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan and the company’s corporate headquarters. The deal with provide provision of all necessary printing and imaging solutions needed by the group’s operations, including printers, cartridges, imaging, recycling and maintenance services in all outlets and Lexmark will remove all current products at their end-of-life and replace them with Lexmark devices to meet future requirements of MAF Retail group.Read More…

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Canon Middle East launched a A4 series of new high-speed multi-functional devices aimed at improving productivity for SME’s held at a reseller gathering, gave over 100 channel partners the unique opportunity to experience interactive presentations of the new models. The new range of office solutions including the versatile and cutting-edge imageRUNNER1700 further broadens Canon’s offering within the A4 market and providing customers with a portfolio of devices to meet the varied needs of their business.Read More…

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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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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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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…