The updated version of the popular iPad will be available in stores from Friday.
The deal should be wrapped up in the middle of the year.
Moderate growth in the MEA market wasn't enough to offset the considerable decline in Western Europe, due to lower consumer demand.
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The companies are locked in long-term supply deals and neither side would benefit from breaking that connection.
The GPS and mapping companies join forces to provide enhanced content such as individual lane assistance.
Many countries on the continent are making strides towards completing SIM registrations.
This product will have the data processing capacities of a regular PC, according to the comapny.
The company plans to add the live streaming to Flash Media Server to support its mobile iOS.
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The company has reduced the weight of its R840 and R850 models to 4.2 pounds and 5.3 pounds, respectively.
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