VARINDIA IT MAGAZINE

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Kobian  has launched a new  3G Dual-SIM tablet - mTab streaQ . It powered with Android 4.0 OS, 3G Dual SIM and Wi-Fi feature and has a 7" multi-touch screen with resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. With a rubberized back panel and a 7mm slim body, the tablet weighs 280 gram. The Dual-SIM feature based on MTK6575 chipset helps connect instantly, video chat & surf with friends, play games, enjoy music, watch videos and more. Mercury mTab streaQ has 1.2 GHz Cortex A9 speed processor, 1GB DDR3 and 8GB storage .  It has a built-in 3G module, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It also includes 2.0-mega pixel rear camera and a VGA front camera, allow one to not only capture the memorable moments but also have a video chat conveniently..... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Cognizant(NYSE)  has announced that it has topped the client satisfaction and relationship rankings in  KPMG’s Outsourcing 2012  study of service provider performance across Europe. In addition, the company secured top scores on several key performance indicators such as innovation, knowledge transition and governance. The independent study evaluated 22 European IT service providers based on an assessment of more than 2,900 client-provider relationships. As part of the study, CFOs, CIOs or their direct reports at some 1,100 of the top IT spending organizations in Western Europe were interviewed. “Our top client satisfaction ranking across Europe in the KPMG study is a testament to our client-first culture that is at the heart of our differentiated business model and unique value proposition,” said  Rajeev Mehta, Group Chief Executive, Industries and Markets, Cognizant. .... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Dell(NASDAQ)  has launched 16 electronics recycling collection points (ERCPs) for consumers across 13 cities in India. These collection points will be located at the existing  Dell Carry-In Service (CIS)  centres to encourage the responsible disposal and recycling of any brand, through a Dell-approved environmental partner. Each centre will house electronics collection bins that consumers can use to drop off their non-working electronics. The  ERCP are an extension of Dell’s global free recycling programme  that aims to provide free and easy recycling for consumers, keep environmentally sensitive materials out of landfills, enable materials to be recycled or reused, and help conserve natural resources – part of Dell’s commitment to put technology and expertise to work where it can do the most good for people and the planet..... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   New Year is just round the corner. The technology segment remained very active throughout the year. To continue the momentum, IT companies have already started planning to bring newer and newer technologies in the year ahead. As far as Intel is concerned, it is planning to launch the fourth-gen Core processor with enhanced efficiency and improved performance in the year ahead. Intel claimed that the new chips would be faster, thinner, lighter, cooler and more secure systems with built-in graphics.  According to Sandye Aurora, Marketing Director at Intel South Asia, "Intel foresees a renewed vigour in computing in 2013 in the highly connected multi-device landscape. Traditional input devices like keyboards and mouse will be challenged by new input methods like voice and gesture recognition. Tablets, convertibles and newer devices will enter the market blurring the boundaries between PCs and tablets.... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Seems, future computing devices would be smarter than ever. As per a latest report generated by  IBM(NYSE) , the future computing devices could mimic human senses like the ability to  see ,  smell , touch ,  taste  and  hear . According to a latest information, IBM has unveiled the seventh annual  " IBM 5 in 5" , which has listed innovations that have the potential to change the way people work, live and interact during the next five years. The IBM 5 in 5 is based on market and societal trends as well as emerging technologies from IBM’s R&D labs around the world that can make these transformations possible. According to Ramesh Gopinath, Director – India Research Lab and Chief Technology Officer, IBM India/South Asia, “At IBM, we are continuously working towards advancing computing in a variety of fields. We have already witnessed the benefits of  cognitive systems  for advanc...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   NASSCOM Data Security Council of India (DSCI)  has organized 7th NASSCOM – DSCI Annual Information Security Summit. More than 400 participants from government, industry, solution providers and user community of India and abroad made their appearance in this annual summit.  N Chandrasekaran, Chairman, NASSCOM  and CEO, TCS inaugurated the Summit and provided the theme address. The main highlights of his Inaugural address were the growing importance of information security and privacy, increased use of technology and automation in all spheres of life. While welcoming the guests,  Kamlesh Bajaj, CEO, DSCI , shared the key engagements of the company in the area of Public Advocacy, Thought Leadership, Outreach and Awareness and Capacity Building - public-private partnership in cyber security, Internet governance, engagement with EU on India’s “adequacy” under the Data Protection Directive for trans-border data flows,...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Lenovo has announced the latest additions to the  C-Series all-in-one (AIO) family - IdeaCentre C340 and IdeaCentre C440 . These AIOs offer performance and multimedia features designed for immersive entertainment at a good price. The Lenovo IdeaCentre C340 and IdeaCentre C440 are optimized for entertainment with an adjustable screen display,  Lenovo Dynamic Brightness System , which automatically adjusts screen brightness based on users’ current surroundings and Lenovo Eye Distance System, which alerts users if they are too close to the screen. These AIOs fit into any home environment with a thin “journal” design and an aluminum stand that utilizes minimal desk space and allows users to slot the keyboard under the screen.... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   HCL Learning has launched  MyEduWorld .  It is an interactive learning product from HCL that helps the child learn at his or her own pace at home or even while travelling. Apart from having school curriculum mapped digital content, the product is also equipped with quiz engine, educational applications, games, educational videos and eBooks that make self-paced learning an enjoyable experience both for a child and the parent. Considering increased acceptance of  Android-based tablets , PCs and laptops have wide usage today, MyEduWorld has been launched in two form factors - MyEduWorld-Tablet (Android based) priced at  INR9,999 and MyEduWorld–Drive priced INR1,999–2,699, for PCs and Laptops on Windows platform  which comes pre-loaded with content...... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Vodafone(NYSE)  India has received the “Green Telecom Company of the Year 2012” Award for its efforts in the implementation of multiple initiatives in its ongoing contribution to the socio-economic fabric of the country. As part of its sustainability initiatives, Vodafone India instituted mechanisms to measure and report carbon emissions. It resulted in 10% reduction in diesel consumption, thus leading to a tangible outcome of 850,000 tonnes reduction in CO2 in all cell sites owned by the Company in the year 2011-12. The award was presented to  Vishant Vora, Director – Technology, Vodafone India Ltd , by  Farooq Abdullah, Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India , at the Telecom Awards. This award signifies Vodafone’s green initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions on per unit of traffic basis by employing hybrid solutions...... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   ASUS has released the new version of  GeForce GTX 680 DirectCU II graphics cards  which present power in a two-slot height. This allows integration into more desktop PCs, and answers a popular call from the gamer and overclocker community to provide a two-slot GeForce GTX 680 DirectCU II card.  The new edition ups video memory to a 4GB GDDR5, which is twice the previous allotment. It updates DirectCU II thermal design with new SSU-shaped heatpipes, and offers the stability, longevity, and enhanced overclocking of ASUS DIGI+ VRM and Super Alloy Power. The card includes the GPU Tweak utility and game Assasin’s Creed III is bundled in. The redesign signifies a move by ASUS towards high-end cards with  4GB GDDR5 . .... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Corsair  has announced the addition of four new AX series 80 PLUS Platinum rated modular power supply units (PSUs) – the AX860i and  AX760i  digital PSUs, and the AX860 and AX760 analog PSUs.  The new models bring the DSP-based innovations of the  AX1200i digital ATX PSU  to PC gamers and enthusiasts that require a PSU in the range of 760 and 860 watts. The digitally-controlled power circuitry of the PSUs provide stable voltages, and low ripple and noise. The digital design also contributes to the 80 PLUS Platinum certification and high energy-efficiency of up to 92%. The high efficiency also results in reduced heat, allowing the AX860i and AX760i to operate in a silent zero-RPM mode until the PSU load reaches 30% of the maximum power rating. Thi La, Senior VP & GM of Memory and EnthusiastComponent Products, Corsair.... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Infosys(NYSE)  has announced that it has been awarded the No. 1 spot globally for its corporate governance practices by  IR Global Rankings (IRGR) . IRGR is the technical ranking system for investor relations websites, corporate governance practices and financial disclosure procedures. The 14th annual edition of the IRGR saw participation from more than 280 companies from 45 countries this year.  In the global technology sector, IR Global Rankings awarded Infosys No. 2 spot for its financial disclosures policies. In the regional rankings for India, IR Global ranked Infosys first in three categories - corporate governance practices, financial disclosure procedures, and investor relations websites.... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Fujitsu Limited (Fujitsu), Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) and NEC Corporation (NEC)  have announced the commencement of joint research and development toward making the 400Gbps/channel-class digital coherent optical transmissions technology. Bringing together the technological capabilities that have enabled the commercialization of 100Gbps-class optical transmissions methods, which are becoming more prevalent among the world’s optical networks, the companies will work to further enhance the performance and functionality of the digital coherent optical transmissions method..... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   GETIT Infoservices  has announced that they are working together with  Research In Motion (RIM)  to market BlackBerry enterprise solutions (BES) to small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in India. The association will help RIM market its BlackBerry enterprise solutions for SMEs through GETIT’s strong field force, and will initially target companies in Bangalore and Delhi, with other cities in India in 2013. GETIT will market RIM’s Enterprise Mobility Solutions including BlackBerry Enterprise Server Express, which is available for free and features no software licence fees or additional per user licence fees.  Sidharth Gupta, CEO, GETIT Infoservices Pvt. Ltd, said, “Today, most businesses use emails extensively, especially through mobile devices, and the partnership with  RIM(NASDAQ)  will help our customers tremendously with enhanced mobile productivity. We work extensively with our SME customers a...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Phase-II of  EMC(NYSE)  India Center of Excellence (COE), a  113,235-sq.ft facility located in Bangalore, was recently awarded with  Platinum LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification .  Phase-II of EMC India COE earned a total of 91 points as against a minimum of 80 required to earn the Platinum title.  Following this, EMC India COE received a felicitation certificate from the Indian  Green Building Council  (IGBC) at the Green Building Congress, India's flagship event on green buildings, held in Hyderbad recently.  “EMC India COE is committed to reach the highest level of environmental..... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   EDIMAX Technology  has launched  Edimax EW-7428HCn N300 , efficient wireless access point and range extender. It is designed to be conveniently ceiling mounted. 600mW power output provides wireless performance and enhanced wireless coverage up to 10,000 square metres, while green WLAN technology ensures that power is dynamically adjusted according to network activity in order to be environmental friendly.  When connected to IEEE 802.11n devices, the EW-7428HCn can reach Wi-Fi speeds of up to 300Mbps. It complies with IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards and incorporates wireless MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output) technology to provide broader Wi-Fi coverage and eliminate dead zones..... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   IBM(NYSE)  has released the results of its  X-Force 2012 Mid-Year  Trend  and Risk Report, which shows an increase in browser-related exploits, renewed concerns around social media password security, and continued challenges in mobile devices and corporate “bring your own device” (BYOD) programmes.  India has shown nearly continuous growth and now dominates the scene by a large margin, sending out nearly 16% of all spam. This might be the result of a 25% growth in the Indian Internet users over the past 12 months. It is the first time that a country accounts for about 16% of all spams. The previous record holder was the United States, which accounted for 15% in 2007. “Today’s security risks are fundamentally different; businesses have to be proactive about security, anticipating the kinds of risks that expanding the business or opening up operations to more clients and partners will create,” said  ...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   HP(NYSE)  has announced the innovations for its  Converged Storage portfolio  that break through complexities and inefficiencies with a single architecture for all sizes of client deployments.  Designed for virtualized, cloud and big data retention environments, these solutions include new HP 3PAR StoreServ Storage, HP StoreAll Storage and HP StoreOnce Backup product offerings. Many organizations waste as much as 70 per cent of their budgets on capacity that is not actually storing data while administrators struggle to manage dozens of disparate storage architectures. This creates a rigid sprawling infrastructure that often forces organizations to choose between features and affordability..... See More

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   SMART Technologies Inc.  has announced new global research demonstrating a correlation between optimized use of collaboration technologies and better business outcomes. Filigree Consulting conducted a study asking business users about technology adoption in their workspaces and the value that these solutions provided. The research concluded that 71 per cent of businesses are not effective at using collaboration to drive business value throughout their organizations.  The research results have been published in a white paper entitled “Visual Collaboration Solutions Best Practices: Global Report and Recommendations”. The primary conclusion identified that achieving the highest value from collaboration requires a strategy that deploys integrated solutions, supporting services and best practices. For those organizations at the highest levels of maturity, 90 per cent reported value from collaboration solutions exceeding what w...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research  (CSIR) and Hewlett-Packard (HP)  have launched a cloud-enabled eHealth Centre (eHC). The eHC solution has been developed by HP and CSIR. It is a healthcare solution that can be set up to provide affordable and preliminary healthcare in remote areas that have no immediate access to primary healthcare. The solution integrates medical instruments that collect basic patient health data with an eHC Health Cloud and enables medical diagnosis through remote consultation using built-in videoconferencing options.  “This initiative of CSIR and HP creates a platform for the fourth paradigm of science, data-intensive discovery, while bringing affordable healthcare services to the doorstep of people,” said Prof. Samir K. Brahmachari, Chief Mentor, CSIR-OSDD Unit, Director General CSIR and Secretary - DSIR, Ministry of Science & Technology..... See More ;