Announcements have been uncovered on a daily basis surrounding the electronics ban on-board aircrafts, and the impact that it will have long-term on travellers from this region. Here’s what we know so far.
Apple wins China patent battle over iPhone 6 design
Apple has fended off a claim that the iPhone 6’s design infringed a patent from a little-known local company in China.
Apple unveils special-edition iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
Apple has announced iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus RED Special Edition in a vibrant red aluminum finish, in recognition of more than 10 years of partnership between Apple and (RED).
US device ban another slap in the face for Middle East
I’m sure I’m not alone in expressing my disdain at the news that a series of electronic devices will soon …
Global Education & Skills Forum questions tech’s value
While technology and its role in redefining education was a resounding theme at the fifth annual Global Education & Skills …
Saudi Arabia’s alfanar empowers 20,000 staff with smart tech portfolio
With over 20,000 employees on its books and an increasingly international sales team to support, CIO Marco van de Sandt has built the foundations of technological change at alfanar, which is now reaping the benefits.
Which industries has digitalisation culled?
A range of household names have succumbed to the power of digital technology in recent years. We explore where the likes of Kodak went wrong, as well as the industries that are on the verge of the most profound disruption – or even extinction.
Qualcomm CEO defends company against Apple lawsuit
Senior executives at Qualcomm criticised Apple for lawsuits filed in the last week alleging the smartphone chip-maker significantly overcharged it for licensing fees.
Seven-star IT networks at the Burj Al Arab
Maintaining the iconic Burj Al Arab’s exceptionally high standards of service – which have resulted in it being voted the world’s most luxurious place to stay – is no easy task. In order to enhance this guest experience, Jumeirah Group’s vice president of IT, Neil Menezes, recently opted to roll-out an upgraded Wi-Fi infrastructure.
Why platform innovation is coming of age
The country right now is buzzing with talk of digital innovation and the opportunities it presents to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Apple unveils new MacBook lineup
The laptops, both 13-inch and 15-inch, feature USB-C ports and a Retina display, multi-touch ‘Touch Bar’, a strip display that replaces the escape, function keys and power keys of a regular QWERTY keyboard.
Elo Touch emphasises new ‘projected’ tech at GITEX
Exhibiting for its fifth consecutive year at GITEX, Elo Touch is emphasising its recently launched touch technology – ‘projected’ – at this year’s event, whilst also aligning itself with Dubai’s vision of a ‘smart future.’
Cisco, GBM to showcase versatility of Apple solutions
Cisco has announced that together with Gulf Business Machines (GBM), it will jointly showcase its solutions built around the Apple enterprise product portfolio at GITEX Technology Week 2016.
Apple, Deloitte introduce ‘Enterprise Next’ service
Apple has signed a corporate IT agreement with Deloitte to accelerate its efforts to secure larger enterprise customers.
Apple’s iPhone 6 faces potential sales ban in China
Apple’s iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus face a potential sales ban in China due to a patent dispute with a local company.
Apple revenue falls for the first time in 13 years
Apple has recently reported its first quarterly revenue decline in 13 years, which came as no surprise to companies, investors and analysts that are closely following its finances.
The evolution of the workspace
Marco Landi, Polycom President, EMEA, discusses how today’s workspace is evolving in terms of the adoption of unified communications and consumer solutions.
Man of the people
From improving his US house to revamping the IT department at Abu Dhabi University, Mazen Chilet is always looking to upgrade.
PhotoFast releases Max Extreme
PhotoFast, the creator of the i-FlashDrive in 2009, has recently released Max Extreme. As a PRO version of the already launched MAX model.
Apple to grow its $25 billion enterprise business
During a keynote at the BoxWorks conference held recently, Apple CEO Tim Cook, highlighted that they aim to give more focus on enterprise business and grow the segment to surpass the current $23 billion revenue that it brings.