Technology Reseller - v24

technolog y reseller.co.uk INNOVATIONS 05 more... An easy touch StarLeaf is introducing a new touchscreen controller for any meeting room equipped with a StarLeaf system. Engineered in the UK, the StarLeaf Touch 2045 incorporates StarLeaf Sense proximity technology, which wirelessly detects StarLeaf users’ smartphones and synchronises their StarLeaf meetings with the room system. This enables users to join their meetings at the touch of a button. www.starleaf.com Productivity and precision Logitech has launched a flagship mouse and keyboard for advanced users, such as designers and software developers. Meeting the need for productivity and precision, the MX Master 3 mouse features a completely redesigned scroll wheel driven by electromagnets for ultraprecise, ultrafast scrolling; a 4,000 dpi high-precision sensor for tracking on all surfaces, including glass; a long battery life (up to 70 days), with a three-minute quick charge for a full day’s use; and customisable buttons. The MX Keys keyboard features sculpted keys for comfort and smart backlighting that adjusts automatically to light levels. Both are compatible with Logitech Flow technology, which enables users to switch between and control up to three Windows or Mac computers simultaneously for easy copying and pasting of content, images and documents between computers and operating systems. www.logitech.com Smooth operator CHERRY’s new MW 8 ERGO wireless mouse is an ergonomic version of the popular MW 8 ADVANCED. Designed for everyday use, the right-handed mouse features a metal surface, rubberised side panels, a large thumb rest plate and a large sliding surface that enables the mouse to glide smoothly across the desk. The high- precision ‘track-on-glass’ optical sensor works on nearly every surface, eliminating the need for a mouse pad, and is compatible with 4K screens. With the ability to switch between Bluetooth and 2.4-gigahertz connectivity, the MW 8 ERGO can be paired with a notebook and desktop PC simultaneously. It costs £49.99. www.cherry.de Comfort and control Rugged device specialist Conker has launched the SX50 barcode scanner for environments where accurate and reliable barcode scanning is needed for data capture, data analytics and productivity. Ideal for organisations aiming to replace paper-based processes for receipt and delivery of goods, ‘pick packing’ and inventory management, fulfilment and delivery, the IP67-rated Android 7.0 handheld device features an integrated 2D barcode scanner, an Octa-core processor, 32GB storage, dual SIM capabilities and an optional pistol grip for control and comfort during repetitive scanning tasks. www.weareconker.com Easy does it Riello UPS has added a new range of transformerless online UPS systems to its portfolio. Designed for smaller data centres and mission-critical environments, the 10-20 kVA Sentryum range has fewer components, cables and connections than Riello’s best-selling Multi Sentry (MST) series for a more compact design and easier maintenance. The UPS comes in 10, 15, and 20 kVA versions and a choice of three frame sizes to suit different space and battery runtime requirements. The range delivers full-rated unity power, with an operating efficiency of 96.5% in double conversion online mode, even at loads of 50-75%. Up to eight Sentryum units can be used in parallel to scale up capacity or provide redundancy. https://www.riello-ups.co.uk/ products/1-ups/130-sentryum The new X factor Dynabook Europe has completed its X-series with the launch of a 15inch business laptop to go with the existing 12in, 13in and 14in models. Weighing just 1.36kg and with a battery life of 17 hours, the lightweight, durable Tecra X50-F brings the benefits of a 15in LCD screen to mobile workers who have traditionally relied on desk-based products for the same experience. Key design features include an ultra-lightweight magnesium chassis – 40% lighter than plastic – with a honeycomb construction for extra durability and a Sharp-developed IGZO LCD screen that consumes half the battery power of a standard LCD screen. www.dynabook.co.uk A clear improvement Speck is enhancing its line-up of iPhone cases with increased drop protection of up to 4 metres for all Presidio cases and Microban antimicrobial protection that reduces bacteria levels on the cases by 99%. It has also enhanced the Presidio Stay Clear case with a special coating that’s guaranteed to stay clear of yellowing and discoloration for the lifetime of the device. The new features will be available on Presidio Stay Clear cases for the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max and a selection of cases for older iPhone models. www.speckproducts.co.uk Safer SD-WAN Barracuda Networks is addressing potential security risks associated with the deployment of SD-WAN products by including new automation capabilities in release 8 of its CloudGen Firewall. These are designed to streamline SD-WAN management, optimise cloud connectivity, automate scalable protection across multi-cloud deployments and provide visibility and control for successful implementations. Klaus Gheri, VP of Network Security at Barracuda, said: “Many SD-WAN products require days to deploy and can introduce vulnerabilities if not correctly configured. Barracuda CloudGen Firewall provides an all-in-one SD- WAN solution that’s integrated with public cloud infrastructure, providing organisations with the security and connectivity they need with automation that will make their lives easier.” barracuda.com EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD CHERRY MW 8 ERGO 9