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Rugged growth in the Gulf
Intermec has enjoyed 400% growth in the Middle East market over the past four years, and is anticipating a further 400-500%, according to John Osborne, Senior VP. Intermec's data capture products are its most successful in the region, but its rugged technology is also seeing increased demand due to the Gulf's harsh climactic conditions.
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All-in-one for Epson
All-in-one is the buzzphrase for Epson, with multifunction devices including printer-scanner-copiers and digital projectors combined with DVD and audio. Khalil El-Dalu, General Manager, Epson Middle East, says growth is particularly strong for photo-printers, at 49% year-on-year.
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Customisation driving growth
Customisation of devices for the market is driving iMate's growth in the Middle East and abroad, according to CEO Jim Morrison. iMate, which recently listed on Britain's Alternative Investment Market, has introduced several new devices, including the JasJar, a handheld-sized convertible sub-notebook.
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Apple slim, sleek strategy
The super-slim ipod nano is Apple's must-have gadget for GITEX 2005. Ipods sales continue to double every quarter in the Middle East, according to Ghassan Bendali, Deputy General Manager, Arab Business Machine. Bendali describes 2005 as a wonderful year, with growth across all product ranges, as the ipod craze helps drive computer sales as well.
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Ahead with headsets
Jabra is enjoying strong interest in its bluetooth headsets at GITEX 2005. Sherif Barakat, Regional Sales & Marketing Manager, Jabra MEA, says battery life, design and ergonomics are the main considerations for consumers.
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Xerox good enough to eat
Xerox solid ink printers use wax blocks instead of a traditional toner cartridge, which gives a glossy, magazine-like finish to printed pages. Dan Smith, Marketing Manager, Xerox MEA, says that the wax has been developed to be so safe and environmentally-friendly that it is actually edible.
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Palm of the hand
The Middle East handheld market is bucking a shrinking trend in the rest of the world, growing by around ten per cent. Stuart Maughan, Country Manager, Palm MEA, says the company wants to build on its leading position in handhelds with new concepts such as the multimedia LifeDrive, while further growing its Treo smartphone segment.
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iPaq-ed with functionality
Competition is increasing in the handheld market, as smartphones cross over into the PDA sector, forcing device makers to include a wide range of technologies from communication and productivity to multimedia and mobility. HP's latest iPAQ includes several Arabic and Islamic features, such as an electronic Qu'ran, bilingual dictionary and Islamic calendar.
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Bluetooth sets ahead
The surge in Bluetooth-enabled phones has led to a healthy market for Bluetooth accessories. Sales of Jabra wireless headsets tripled between 2003-2004. Vincent Pena, Sales & Marketing Director, Jabra South EMEA, says the company plans to introduce several innovative designs later this year.
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ME mobile trends
With mobile usage continuing to grow in the Middle East, what are the must-have features and hottest trends in the market? Cellucom MD Arun Nagar gives his insight into the latest developments.
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Razor-sharp, pebble-smooth
Motorola has moved from a technology driven to a market driven strategy for its mobile phones, with the latest range using advanced materials to create unique designs. Ignacio Germade, Head of Design, Motorola EMEA & S Asia explains the company's philosophy.
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LG looking forward
LG Electronics Gulf has a 29 per cent growth target for 2005, with a focus on premium products such as PDP and LCD screens and notebook PCs. C H Lee, President GCC, LG, says brand is critical among regional consumers, followed by reliability, with price the third most important factor.
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Palm reveals the LifeDrive
PalmOne's latest device, the 4gb multimedia LifeDrive, is the first handheld in a new mobile manager product category. AME Info has the Middle East's first pictures of the LifeDrive, revealed today, and an exclusive interview with Stuart Maughan, Country Manager, Palm MEA.
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Silver nano war on germs
Samsung has introduced silver nano technology to improve cleaning and hygiene in its home applicances. Keun Yoo, Director Home Appliances, Samsung, explains how the silver particle technology works.
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Snappy sales for digital pics
Digital cameras have shown tremendous growth during the past four years, with zoom lenses one of the strongest trends, according to IDC. Home printing is also becoming increasingly popular, particularly with the introduction of dedicated small-size photo printers. Paul Withington, Research Manager, IDC, says demand for kiosk and third-party printing of digital photos will also see strong growth.
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