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European PC market surges as Windows 10 deadline boosts AI sales
Artificial Intelligence

European PC market surges as Windows 10 deadline boosts AI sales

Europe's PC market surged in Q3 2025 as Windows 10 support ends, driving strong sales of AI-capable notebooks and desktops across businesses and consumers.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025
European PC market grows 3% in Q4 2024 with AI interest
Notebook

European PC market grows 3% in Q4 2024 with AI interest

The European PC market experienced a 3% revenue rise in Q4 2024, driven by seasonal promotions, with Spain and the UK leading growth amid ongoing challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

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Asus launches anniversary ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle
Microsoft Windows

Asus launches anniversary ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle

A 20th-anniversary edition aims to tempt handheld gamers with an OLED screen, Xbox branding and AR glasses in the box.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
AMD unveils Ryzen AI 400 chips for Copilot+ desktops
Network Infrastructure

AMD unveils Ryzen AI 400 chips for Copilot+ desktops

AMD has launched Ryzen AI 400 desktop and PRO chips, its first Copilot+ PC-ready desktop processors, promising up to 50 TOPS of local AI.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2026
AMD expands Ryzen AI chips, mini-PC & gaming CPU push
Gaming

AMD expands Ryzen AI chips, mini-PC & gaming CPU push

AMD widens its PC line-up with new Ryzen AI chips, a Halo mini-PC and a £USD $499 Ryzen 7 gaming CPU to drive on-device AI adoption.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2026
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Plus for Copilot+ PCs
Unified Communications

Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Plus for Copilot+ PCs

Qualcomm debuts Snapdragon X2 Plus chip, promising faster, more efficient Copilot+ Windows 11 laptops arriving from major brands in 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2026
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Elite chips for premium AI PCs
Data Analytics

Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Elite chips for premium AI PCs

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon X2 Elite chips for premium Windows PCs, delivering up to 75% faster CPU and advanced AI with multi-day battery life.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Microsoft revealed the latest updates of Recall for enhanced PC security & privacy
Encryption

Microsoft revealed the latest updates of Recall for enhanced PC security & privacy

Microsoft has unveiled the latest updates to Recall, enhancing security and privacy features for Copilot+ PCs with advanced AI capabilities and user control.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Datacom named strategic partner for Windows 11 in ANZ region
Artificial Intelligence

Datacom named strategic partner for Windows 11 in ANZ region

Datacom has been named a strategic partner for Windows 11 in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to help organisations transition before Windows 10 support ends.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Qualcomm leads AI-ready notebook market with Snapdragon X
Artificial Intelligence

Qualcomm leads AI-ready notebook market with Snapdragon X

AI-ready notebooks, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X, made up 16% of Europe's notebook sales in mid-June, as the market gears up for Copilot+ PCs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Computex 2024 success draws global tech leaders & innovation
Supply Chain

Computex 2024 success draws global tech leaders & innovation

Computex 2024 concluded successfully, drawing 85,179 ICT professionals globally and featuring innovations like AI-integrated PCs, smart mobility, and metaverse tech.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024
AMD debuts raft of new AI-powered products at Computex
Edge Computing

AMD debuts raft of new AI-powered products at Computex

At Computex 2024, AMD unveiled the Ryzen AI 300 Series Processors and Ryzen 9000 Series, aiming to redefine AI computing with unprecedented performance and efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
ASUS unveils new suite of AI-powered Copilot+ laptops
Artificial Intelligence

ASUS unveils new suite of AI-powered Copilot+ laptops

ASUS has launched AI-driven Copilot+ PCs, showcasing ProArt, Zenbook, and Vivobook models designed for creators, gamers, and mainstream users.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
Microsoft unveils new Surface Pro & Surface Laptop
Digital Signage

Microsoft unveils new Surface Pro & Surface Laptop

Microsoft's new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, powered by Snapdragon X Elite and Plus, debut as the fastest, AI-enhanced, and most sustainable Windows PCs ever.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Intel's new Lunar Lake processors to power 80+ laptop designs
Gaming

Intel's new Lunar Lake processors to power 80+ laptop designs

Intel's upcoming Lunar Lake processors will be featured in over 80 new laptop designs, delivering over three times the capability of previous generations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024

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Ingram Micro launches Great Migration for AI-ready PCs
Digital Transformation

Ingram Micro launches Great Migration for AI-ready PCs

Windows 10's looming end is pushing Australian firms to upgrade PCs and security as AI use moves from pilots to daily work.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • This month
Asus unveils AI-driven product range at CES 2025
Clean technologies

Asus unveils AI-driven product range at CES 2025

ASUS has launched its new AI-powered product range at CES 2025, promising greater productivity and sustainability with offerings like the ultra-light Zenbook A14.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025