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Elonex to showcase new product range at the Gadget Show
News Release, 1 Mar 2010]Elonex are exhibiting at the sold out 'Gadget Show Live' at the NEC Birmingham, to showcase its new product launches and give visitors the first chance to preview Elonex’s new products hands on. The sell out show has hit recorded breaking attendance figures with over 70,000 visitors and Elonex is poised to be one of the highlights of the event.
Elonex will be showcasing its newest range of Laptops, webbooks, eBooks and diverse home electronics ideally suited to the modern digital lifestyle. For an exciting look at tomorrow's technology visit the Elonex stand next to the Gadget Hall of Fame at Stand C2 the 7th–11th of April. For more information check the Elonex Website for updates on the show and look here for the official show website.
iGAME nominated for PCR Gadget of the Year 2010
[News Release, 22 Jan 2010]The finalists for the PCR Awards 2010 have been named, beginning the countdown to the big night on Thursday March 25th. The collection of nominees include the Elonex iGAME Family in the running to pick up the highly sought after Gadget of the Year 2010. Converging an iPhone Dock with a Wii-style games console, iGAME, the World's first TV Games Dock, has been an overwhelming success since its launch in 2009 and is now available in numerous countries in Europe and the Middle East.
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Marks & Spencer launch first own brand laptop, powered by Elonex
[News Release, 17 Dec 2009]Retail giant Marks & Spencer has partnered with UK firm Elonex to create the high street brand’s first own brand laptop, the 10” webbook. The laptop, a small-sized powerhouse of computing performance has been stylishly designed by M&S and manufactured by Elonex to their renowned quality and environmental standards.
Elonex Launches MSNB-20
[News Release, 21 Sept 2009]UK manufacturer Elonex International launches the world’s first TV Games Dock, iGAME FAMILY, for only £79 and opens up games development to the general public in line with the Apple App initiative. iGAME FAMILY opens the gateway to “impulse priced games” ranging from 99p to £4.99.
Designed in the UK, iGAME FAMILY is a convergence product that takes the best functionality from an iPod dock and combines it with the best functionality of a wireless games console to create a home entertainment system that is fun for all the family.
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Elonex Launches eBook with Borders UK
[News Release, 30 July 2009]UK Company Elonex International has partnered with Borders UK to launch a 6 inch eBook Reader and usher in a new dawn of digital reading. The Elonex eBook is poised to set the eBook market alight and will take advantage of the new Borders eBook Download Store.
The Elonex eBook turns the next page in the history of reading. The Elonex eBook is a great new way to enjoy reading your favourite books and lets you carry up to 8000 eBooks*, pictures and files with you, wherever you go. At 9mm thick and only 180g it’s incredibly thin and light, and the long battery life means you can enjoy up to 8000 pages between charges- that’s equivalent to about 3 months reading for the average reader.
Elonex Confirmed as Britains Top Selling Computer Vendor
[News Release, 6 Nov 2008]Birmingham based Elonex International has been announced as the UK’s No 1 Computer Manufacturer. Independent market research, by IDC, confirms that since entering the netbook sector in June 08, Elonex has now joined household names Apple, Sony and Dell as the UK’s most popular choice for IT hardware. Based on third quarter sales, Elonex ranked as
:: The UK’s No1 computer vendor based on Q3 shipments
:: 8th largest manufacturer of Commercial laptops, outselling
Apple and Samsung
:: 9th largest manufacturer of Consumer Laptops
:: 10th largest manufacturer over the entire Notebook sector
:: 7th largest manufacturer of Consumer Desktops
Source: IDC EMEA PC Tracker - Q3 2008 Final Results
Elonex delivers 3G on Linux
[News Release, 1 Sept 2008]Elonex’s rapid growth in the Ultra Mobile Computing (UMC) sector has lead the UK company to support the development of the world’s first comprehensive Linux based 3G connection agent. The Wader client is the first application that allows Linux platform computer systems to connect to 3G mobile internet on any network, with any mobile broadband hardware and gives the open source user a straightforward, “three click” solution to get access to the internet on the move.
Elonex South Africa opens
[News Release, 6 June 2008]Elonex opens in South Africa. The expansion into South Africa is the newest part of Elonex's global expansion plans and means we can bring our exciting product range and technology to the South African People including the launch of South Africa's first sub R1,500 laptop.
Elonex Asia opens
[News Release, 4 Mar 2008]Elonex opens an office in Asia. Elonex Asia is the newest part of Elonex's global expansion plans and will mean our customers get the benefit of our access to the newest technology from all corners of the planet.
Elonex Launch the ONE
[News Release, 28 Feb 2008]Elonex has launched the ONE, the UK's first sub £100 laptop. The ONE is aimed at the Education sector and aims to help improve ICT literacy and bring computing technology to the forefront of a modern education.
Elonex at 2008 International CES
[News Release, 4 Jan 2008]Elonex will launch its innovative new products; the Cube 3 Home Entertainment Center and the PFD7501 Digital TV Picture Frame to the American Market at the 2008 International CES. The Las Vegas exhibition will feature a showcase of the innovative emerging technologies pioneered in the new consumer electronics range by Elonex. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Elonex at The Education Show 2008
[News Release, 31 Jan 2008]Elonex will launch a new groundbreaking product at this years Education Show. The show offers an unrivalled opportunity for visitors to network with our experts in high-technology as well as to review the very latest in educational resources. This makes the show the must attend event for anyone involved in the UK education sector.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Digital TV Picture Frame Launch
[News Release, 2 Nov 2007]Introducing the Elonex Digital TV Picture Frame. This pioneering product combines the functionality of a Digital Picture Frame with a Digital TV and MP3 player. You can use the 7” LCD screen to view snaps or videos from your digital camera, watch TV in digital clarity, as well as play MP3s through the integrated stereo speakers. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Cube 3 World Product Launch at GITEX
[News Release, 12 September 2007]The Elonex Cube3 was unveiled at GITEX Technology Week in Dubai today. Cube3 is the newest addition to Elonex’s expanding range of Consumer Electronic products designed to meet the increasing needs of the digital home. Cube3 is the ultimate in digital convergence combining the functionality of a whole variety of products. PCs aside, never before has one little box been capable of doing so much!
Elonex at GITEX
[News Release, 12 September 2007]Elonex exhibited at GITEX Technology Week in Dubai this week. The world renowned technology show provided the perfect platform for Elonex to showcase its range of Business ICT Solutions and Consumer Electronics Products to the Middle East.
Elonex Announces Takeover
[News Release, 26 October 2006]Elonex Plc announces a corporate takeover. The takeover will allow a diversification of product ranges and a further expansion into international markets. The experienced management team is focused on continued strategic and operational development. Major investment and continued research and development
Italian Job Charity Run
[News Release, 01 November 2005]The Elonex brand will be seen motoring across parts of Europe this week during the Italian Job Charity Run.
Innovative Migration Service for Exchange 5.5
[News Release, 05 September 2005]Elonex, a Microsoft Gold Partner, announces the launch of a new service to customers – a complete Microsoft Windows Server Migration Package at fixed cost.
Elonex to Establish Distribution Channel
[News Release, 30 August 2005]ControlGuard, a leading provider of endpoint security solutions has partnered with Elonex PLC to build a distribution channel in the UK.
Elonex on NHS Networking & Infrastructure Framework
[News Release, 25 July 2005]Elonex PLC has been successful in the NHS Purchasing and Supply Telecommunications Contract in the categories of Fixed Networking (LAN and WAN), Wireless Networking and Cabling.
Kingston-upon-Hull LEA picks the Soliton Safari
[News Release, 12 July 2005]Kingston upon Hull LEA has made the decision to offer the Elonex Soliton Safari semi-ruggedised Laptop PC under the Laptops for Teachers Initiative to all local schools.
Unveiling the ProSentia 800 at Healthcare Computing 2005
[News Release, 21 Mar 2005]Elonex announces the launch of the latest in their ProSentia series of desktop computers. As one of the first BTX-based PCs to hit the market, the ProSentia 800 offers Elonex customers enhanced levels of performance with much lower noise levels in a very convenient small package.
The Lumina, a trend setting 32" Media Center PC
[News Release, 26 Oct 2004]The arrival of Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 takes the convergence of IT and consumer electronics to the next level. Elonex, the first PC manufacturer in the UK to develop a purpose built Media Center PC, has maximised the potential of MCE 2005 with the introduction of the Lumina to a consumer market hungry for new digital innovations.
The Powerdesk®, a combined PC and desk
[News Release, 14 Oct 2004]The new Jigsaw Learning Centre from Powerdesk® is a remarkable innovation that incorporates a powerful Elonex PC into a highly functional, practical and stylish piece of bespoke furniture.
The Association of Cricket Umpires and Scorers
[News Release, 5 Sep 2004]Today has been designated the first E, for Education, day for cricket umpires: the start of the biggest revolution in umpire education and training in over fifty years.