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Tip
10 Dec 2019
How to install root CA certificates on iPhones and iPads
Apple iPads and iPhones can connect securely to enterprise networks, but IT admins need to install root certificates or CA certificates to the devices first. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Jun 2015
What are the best ways to use tablets for business?
As more enterprises begin to support tablets, many users find that the screen size and portability provides the right balance for common work-related tasks such as note taking. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2012
Windows RT details emerge
Microsoft clarified that the Windows 8 release to manufacturing did include Windows RT. Microsoft, Asus, Dell, Lenovo and Samsung will build RT tablets running ARM chips from NVIDIA, Qualcomm and TI. Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2012
Will IBM save RIM?
As rumors swirl that Research In Motion is looking for a buyer, Samsung says it isn't interested. But other sources say IBM might be. Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2012
Verizon small business customers get Office 365
Verizon is adding Office 365 to its Small Business Essentials portfolio, giving users access to the suite from PCs, Macs and Windows Phone, Android, iOS and BlackBerry devices. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2012
Apple vs. Samsung trial uncovers WP8 devices in works
Samsung submitted court documents that revealed it is working on two Windows Phone 8 models, called Odyssey and Marco, set for Q4 release. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2012
Surface and Windows 8 out Oct. 26
Microsoft's Surface tablets will launch Oct. 26, the same day Windows 8 comes out. No fanfare went along with the announcement: Microsoft buried it in its annual report. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2012
Verizon boasts strong Q2
In the second quarter, Verizon sold 5.9 million smartphones, which accounted for half of the wireless carrier's handset sales. Big Red saw $1.83 billion in profit last quarter. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2012
New AT&T plan shares data across devices
AT&T's new shared data plans will allow users to pool data across up to 10 devices. The plans range from 1-20GBs for $40 to $200 per month. Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2012
Google Nexus 7 still on back order
Many people who preordered Google's Nexus 7 tablet still haven't gotten it, and some may have to wait up to five weeks. Continue Reading
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11 Jul 2012
Microsoft intentionally abstruse on Surface expectations
Steve Ballmer said Microsoft expects to sell “a few million” tablets. His ambiguity could be to comfort partners or to downplay expectations in case initial sales are unimpressive. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2012
Nokia Windows Phone line expanding to Verizon
No details have emerged yet, but an executive confirmed that Nokia Windows Phones are on their way to Verizon. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2012
Enterprise fight: Surface vs. iPad
Microsoft’s Windows 8 and Surface tablets will hit the market soon, and IT pros wonder whether Surface has what it takes to displace Apple’s iPad in the enterprise. Continue Reading
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27 Jun 2012
Nexus 7 tablet to run Android 4.1
Google’s new Nexus tablet is available now for preorder and comes loaded with a book, a movie and magazines, plus Google Chrome as its browser and the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jan 2012
Apple Profile Manager right for IT?
If there are only iOS devices in your organization and you run OS X Lion Server, Apple Profiler Manager might be a good fit. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jan 2012
CES 2012 in review
Watch Colin Steele and Jack Madden geek out at CES in Las Vegas. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2012
Consumer Electronics Show 2012
Jack Madden outlines what you can expect to read about from ConsumerizeIT bloggers this week at CES 2012 in Las Vegas. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Jan 2012
Do you support iPads?
Take our one-question Facebook poll, let us know if your organization supports the iPad, and share your thoughts on the topic! Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2011
What role will Windows 8 play in enterprise tablet adoption?
With Windows 8, Microsoft tries to bridge the gap between PCs and tablets. But that might not be enough to boost enterprise tablet adoption. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Oct 2011
Configuration profiles: An iPad administrator's best friend
The influx of iPads and other mobile devices into the enterprise may worry IT administrators, but configuration profiles allow for centralized management of iOS devices. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2011
Early iPhone 4S sales top 4 million: News in brief
Apple sold more than 4 million iPhone 4S devices in the three days after its launch, and more than 25 million devices are now running iOS 5. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Mar 2011
Cius vs. iPad: Can Cisco take on Apple?
The battle for the enterprise tablet may boil down to Cisco vs. Apple and Cius vs. iPad. However, Fast Packet blogger, Greg Ferro wonders if Cisco really has the engineering and apps to win. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Jan 2010
Mobile device integration services: Choosing a mobile operating system
To offer mobile device integration services, a solution provider must be able to recommend the right operating system for mobile devices. Depending on a customer's needs, a solution provider should be able to provide a mobile OS comparison and guide the customer toward the right mobile operating system. Continue Reading