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Blue Coat introduces Web Browser for Apple Devices

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Blue Coat Systems has introduced K9 Web Protection Browser for iOS, a free, downloadable, family-safe Web browser for Apple iPads, iPhones and Web-enabled iPod Touch devices. The browser provides immediate and highly accurate protection from content that is not appropriate for young children, including pornography, hate/violence, illegal drugs and gambling. In addition, the browser protects against phishing and malware. It is simple to install and use. "With the popularity of iPad, iPod Touch and iPhone mobile devices as gifts for children this holiday season, the door is wide open for them to fall victim to the dangers of the Internet," said Steve Daheb, Chief Marketing Officer & Senior Vice-President, Blue Coat Systems. "The K9 Web Protection Browser leverages the power and intelligence of Blue Coat's leading Web security technology to keep children and families safe online wherever they access the Internet." Th...

Nokia Siemens Networks expands Global Service Delivery Centre in Chennai

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Nokia Siemens Networks has announced the relocation and expansion of its Global Network Solutions Centre (GNSC) to a new site in Chennai. Since its launch in 2007, the Chennai GNSC has witnessed tremendous growth. This includes a ten-fold increase in the number of subscribers it supports on behalf of operators around the world to 77 million. In addition, the centre now remotely manages over 87,000 base station sites, 14 times the number when it opened four years ago. The new facility occupying 90,000 sq. ft. was inaugurated by Vishant Vora, Group CTO, Vodafone India, in the presence of Armando Almeida, Head of Global Services, Nokia Siemens Networks. "The expansion of the Chennai GNSC is a reflection of the success of the global service delivery model we pioneered," said Armando Almeida. “The Chennai facility, with its vast engineering and telecom talent, has played a significant role in the success of our alternative service deliv...

IBM showcases PMDC in India

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE IBM will showcase its Portable Modular Data Centre (PMDC) - a compact, portable, fully functional and high-density capable data centre "in-a-box". The PMDC is a key member of the IBM Data Centre Family and is the only family member to offer complete installation flexibility enabling the client to have a new, fully functional data centre just outside their existing building or half way around the world in any remote location within 12-14 weeks. The solution is specifically designed for organizations requiring immediate additional computing capacity. Unlike similar competitive offerings, IBM's PMDC solution supports multiple vendor technologies and offers organizations a reduction in energy consumption by as much as 50 per cent compared to accommodating IT systems within a traditional data centre facility. Featuring complete physical infrastructure including power and cooling systems and remote monitoring, the PMDC has all the ...

Fujitsu launches World's Smallest Document Scanner

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Fujitsu has announced the availability of its latest portable mobile scanner to its ScanSnap lineup. Fujitsu ScanSnap S1100 is the first in its range to boast a linking function to popular cloud services including Google Docs, Evernote and Salesforce CRM. This allows users to seamlessly link and save their scanned image data. The lightweight scanner features the same easy-to-use, one-touch scanning capabilities, packed with enhanced productivity features and added versatility. At approximately one quarter the size of the Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300, the ultra-compact Fujitsu ScanSnap S1100 is an easy solution for mobile users and business professionals. The S1100 features a manual Continuous Document Feeding (CDF) function which enables non-stop, smooth scanning of multi-page documents. "The new Fujitsu ScanSnap S1100 mobile scanner is the perfect choice for busy business professionals who are looking for speed, efficiency and reliability wh...

Techcom rolls out Multimedia Player - SSD MP 100

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Techcom has come up with the Multimedia Player, SSD MP 100. This portable device, when connected to the TV, can turn it into a personal media player - enabling user to watch movies, listen to music and view pictures from a choice of convenient storage mediums such as USB Flash Drives, USB External Hard Discs or Memory Cards. Using the latest designed digital decoder chip, SSD MP 100 multimedia player can read in the data information in amazing speed. Digital image enhancement facilitates a sharp, bright display with clear image and pure sound. The concise and user-friendly OSD menu display is absolutely easy for users to operate. The equipment can be divided into movies, music, pictures, and TXT eBook forums. The output images and sounds can be displayed by an external device, such as: LCD TV, CRT TV, Plasma TV, etc. With YPbPr output, the image quality produced is smooth and vibrant. The SSD MP 100 supports PAL or NTSC switching and also 4...

Foxconn sees on-month revenue growth in December

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Taiwan-based electronics manufacturing service (EMS) provider Foxconn Electronics has announced revenues of NT$244.68 billion (US$8.36 billion) for December, up 5.5% on month and 83.8% on year, while non-consolidated revenues for 2010 reached NT$2.31 trillion, up 62.83% on year. However, although the company had strong growth in revenues, market watchers are more concerned about whether the company's profitability will also see a similar performance. Since the company started a new minimum wage system in October 2010, the market watchers believe that Foxconn should face some pressure on its profitability, but as its production lines in western China started operating plus new orders, the company should start seeing an effective recovery in 2011.

Tally reinforces its commitment to Partners during 'UDAAN 2011'

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Tally Solutions has successfully concluded its annual Partner event, 'UDAAN 2011', held on the 7th and 8th of January 2011. Attended by 150+ Master Tally Partners from across the globe, this annual event is designed to provide partners with a platform to recognize, learn, share experiences, celebrate the success and share their aspirations. During the 2 day residential event - some partners shared their achievements, while some shared their success stories even though they came from small towns, and others discussed their plans, and then there were a few sessions on how Tally Solutions is helping them achieve their dreams. The highlights included guest lectures by Eminent Professors from IIMA, a session from Franklin Covey Institute and some much needed partying to help them network. No effort was spared to ensure that every moment spent by the partner adds value to his time. Tally believes that its growth is dependent on their partn...

Su-Kam unveils SHARK 2500 VA: DIGITAL HOME UPS

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Su-Kam has broadened its portfolio of efficient & technologically advanced products by making another addition, Shark 2500 VA: Digital Home UPS. Shark 2500VA / 48 V system can run all IT hardware and major appliances found in homes and offices. It is a two-in-one system that eliminates the need to have separate power back-up solutions for computers and other appliances. Shark 2500 is powered by the most advanced micro controller based digital technology which facilitates optimum power consumption, improves the efficiency of the whole system and provides clean power as well. It safeguards even the most sensitive appliances from unsafe power conditions like high or low voltage, surges, overload, short circuits and others. Su-Kam has incorporated its patented technology called ‘Fuzzy Logic Control' with AITM (Artificial Intelligent Trickle Mode) in Shark 2500 VA. Fuzzy Logic Control based charging technology regulates the charging of t...

Evernote crosses 6 Million User Base

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Evernote has announced that it has surpassed six-millionth user base. With a 186% year-on-year growth, Evernote now has more than 6 million active users. From taking 446 days to reach the first million users, Evernote has leapfrogged from 5 to 6 million in 52 days. Phil Libin, CEO, Evernote Corporation, while commenting on the achievement said, "Crossing 6 million users is an amazing feat for us and the rate at which we're progressing is even more encouraging. From taking 446 days to reach the first million users, Evernote's leapfrogged from 5 to 6 million in just 52days flat, which speaks volumes for the popularity of an app that's been around for less than 3 years. The largest percentage increase was in Premium users, they grew in 2010 from 35,310 to 201,308, a whopping 470%. This means that not only are we growing faster than ever, but that more of our users are coming back each month, and even more are choosing to pay....