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Ericsson: Smart phones need smarter networks

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Ericsson recommends a three-pronged approach to meet this challenge: ensure good HSPA coverage; ensure the highest-available data throughput is available; and introduce new signaling states that handle the shift between idle and connected more efficiently. By ensuring their networks have the latest features enabled, operators will not only deliver excellent smartphone user experience, they will also benefit from more efficient handling of smartphone data traffic overall. Ericsson has been working closely with ST-Ericsson to ensure that smartphones can take advantage of performance-enhancing features, such as Continuous Packet Connectivity (CPC), as soon as they are available from the network. This feature improves power efficiency by allowing the smartphone transmitter and receiver to be powered down when there is no data to be sent or received, without the need to disconnect from the mobile network. Smartphone power efficiency and network c

Reliance Globalcom launches End-to-End Managed Video Conferencing Services

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Reliance Globalcom has launched end-to-end managed video conferencing services for enterprises across the globe. The suite of services includes 24x7 reservation-less video bridging & meeting room management, video endpoint management, event-based temporary upgrades, value-added services and video conferencing room rental with access to 2500+ video conferencing rooms across the world. Additionally, the suite of services will have access to 190 video conferencing rooms at Reliance World stores across 100 cities in India and will also offer end-to-end, easy to use service suite spanning Tablets, PCs, Room Systems and Telepresence systems. The new service is said to enable Reliance Globalcom to offer a one-stop option for global end-to-end, integrated and customized video conferencing, to its existing and new customers. Punit Garg, President & CEO, Reliance Globalcom said, "Video Conferencing, besides being a green technology, has im

Hitachi Data Systems intros nondisruptive migration service capability

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Hitachi Data Systems Corporation has introduced a nondisruptive migration service capability that migrates from Hitachi enterprise storage to Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform (VSP). Nondisruptive migration by Hitachi claims to allow organizations to significantly reduce risk, eliminate business disruption, and more efficiently manage migration processes across multivendor storage systems, resulting in 90 percent less effort compared to industry averages. Hu Yoshida, VP & CTO, Hitachi Data Systems said, "In today's business climate, organizations need to accelerate innovation and reduce operational expenses to increase their competitiveness. Only HDS provides the migration capabilities to eliminate downtime while dramatically reducing the risks and costs associated with adopting new technologies. The key to achieving this capability is that virtualization, specifically our proven Hitachi controller-based storage virtualization, i

Cyber Criminals target Valentine's Day through Facebook

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Trend Micro researchers have come across a scam in Facebook that leverages the upcoming occasion. The said attack begins with a post on affected user's wall inviting other users to install a Valentine's theme into their Facebook profile. Once users click on this post, they are redirected to another page that urges them to install the said theme. Note that this attack only works on either Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox browsers. Clicking the Install button on the page will prompt the download of the malicious file, FacebookChrome.crx which Trend Micro detects as TROJ_FOOKBACE.A. When executed, TROJ_FOOKBACE.A executes a script that is capable of displaying ads from certain websites. It also installs itself on the users' browsers as an extension names Facebook Improvement Facebook.com. Once this malicious browser extension is installed, it will monitor the users' browsing activities and redirect their page to a survey page as

Inspan launches KM 200 from Genius

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Inspan Infotech has launched KM 200, the multimedia desktop solution from Genius. This combo kit has a multimedia keyboard and an optical mouse. The low-profile key cap structure provides maximum typing comfort, and there are eight hot keys for media control and Internet usage. The mouse features an 800dpi optical sensor. KM 200 has Windows7/Vista/XP, IBM/Pentium PC compatible or higher and an available PS2 or USB port depending on the model as its system requirement. The package contains a KB-M200, NetScroll 120 and a multi-language user's manual. "Genius family comes out with another cost-effective combo for its customers, with an 800dpi mouse which will surely help increase the working efficiency. The combo is available with USB or PS2 connector. So, the customers have a choice depending on their system requirements. Resellers are and will continue to get more and more innovative products from the Genius family throughout the yea

Asus appoints Digicomp as Authorized Service Provider

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Asus Technology has appointed Digicomp as an Authorized Service Provider for the systems and LCD products. Service providers offer Carry In and Onsite Services. They will be providing services for the wide range of notebook offerings, AsusEee PC, Asus Eee Pad Transformer and various LCD products. "We are very critical of our own work when it comes to only delivering consumers our very best. Our authorized service providers will further facilitate us to provide quick redressal of customer queries. In addition, this will also help us in reducing our turnaround time and further expand our reach in smaller cities and towns,"said Alen Ling, Service Head, Asus Technology Pvt. Ltd. (India). The RMA can be generated for the Carry In cases by the Authorized Service Providers and for Onsite cases by Asus Toll Free number (18002090365). For More Details See www.varindia.com

HP ENVY15 Notebook PC launched

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE HP has introduced the redesigned HP ENVY15 notebook PC that marries performance and advanced technologies with precision craftsmanship, while allowing for the touch of luxury. "HP has always believed in strengthening its product portfolio with products that not only excel in performance but also in its design and value-added features. With the launch of the redesigned Envy notebook PC, we bring to the market a premium product that redefines innovation and design," said Vinay Awasthi, Senior Director, Products & Marketing, HP PSG India. The ENVY15 comes with Radiance Backlit keyboard that provides illumination using individual LEDs dedicated to each keycap along with six built-in speakers and two subwoofers. In addition, a new aluminium analog volume dial acts as a visual design cue, and it works seamlessly with the Beats Audio TM Manager. For More Details See www.varindia.com

Blue Coat reveals its 2012 Web Security Report

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Blue Coat Systems has issued its 2012 Web Security Report that identifies and analyzes trends in malicious attacks over the past year and makes recommendations on strategies to keep companies safe. In 2011, the most significant evolution in the threat landscape was the use of malware networks, or malnets, to launch Web-based attacks. These complex infrastructures, which outlast any one attack, drove a 240% increase in the number of malicious sites during the year and are expected to launch as many as two-thirds of all new attacks in 2012. The Blue Coat2012 Web Security Report details the strategies and tactics that malnet operators deploy to snare users and funnel them to dynamic malware payloads, or software which surreptitiously installs on users computers designed for malicious or criminal purposes. "In 2011, the ease of buying, customizing and deploying malicious software kits, coupled with a faster rotation through domain names, dr

MMD appoints neoteric as exclusive Distributor

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE MMD has appointed Neoteric as its exclusive distributor for South and West regions of India for Philips monitors. Neoteric will be responsible for distribution of the entire range of Philips monitors in these regions. This initiative is believed to extend MMD's reach in the southern and western Indian markets. The distribution is more efficient through a network of capable channel partners. As a result the consumers will benefit, as purchasing a Philips monitor becomes easier. MMD's regional distributor in the East is Technocrat Infotech Pvt Ltd, and in the North, Global Infonet. Together with neoteric in a regional distribution structure, MMD is able to reach out to all channel partners in every nook and corner of the country to distribute the Philips monitors. For More Details See www.varindia.com

STMicroelectronics breaks through LED Camera Flash Limitations

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE STMicroelectronics has added two miniature motor drivers to its range of SLLIMM (Small Low-Loss Intelligent Molded Modules), which will enable domestic appliances to offer better energy ratings. Intelligent motor controllers provide the key to using less energy, while also enabling additional benefits such as new features and quieter operation in appliances such as dishwashers, refrigerators, air conditioners and fans. ST's new SLLIMM nano family extends the portfolio of SLIMM intelligent power modules for appliance motor drivers in a single module that connect directly between the central microcontroller and the motor. Compared to a conventional driver, which typically requires more than 30 individual components, ST's modular solution reduces costs by simplifying design and significantly reducing component count while saving space, improving reliability and lowering electromagnetic emissions (EMI). The modules are also ideal for sma