CRN Mobility News for VARs and Technology Integrators

The Top iPhone 8 Rumors (So Far)

Apple is expected to launch a high-end, re-imagined version of the iPhone later this year. Here are the hottest rumors we've come across around specs, features and price.
Review: Dell Chromebook 3189 Is A Solid 2-in-1 Option For Schools

The CRN Test Center goes hands on with one of the most flexible Chromebooks on the market.
Test Center: Xplore's Rugged XSlate R12 Has Zippy Performance, Sharp Display

Made by Xplore Technologies, the XSlate R12 tablet features an appealing design and a lot of thoughtful touches for portability.
10 Signs Apple Has Hit An Innovation Wall

Apple has lacked a groundbreaking product under CEO Tim Cook and been slow to respond to major trends. But to us the more troubling part is that the company seems to think it's still innovating.
State Of The K-12 PC Market: Chromebook Vs. Apple Vs. Windows 10

New research shows that K-12 schools are continuing their rapid adoption of low-cost Chromebooks, while higher-cost Apple devices are losing ground.
Partners Say Alleged CIA Hacking Papers Prompt 'Constant Vigilance' In Mobile Security

WikiLeaks posted documents that purport to show CIA attempts at obtaining data from smartphones in recent years. Partners say this is a reminder that mobile security is relative and constantly changing.
Head-To-Head: Samsung Galaxy Book Vs. Microsoft Surface Pro 4

The CRN Test Center puts Samsung's new productivity-focused 2-in-1 up against the reigning champion in the category.
Head-To-Head: Sony Xperia XZ Premium Vs. Apple iPhone 7 Plus

Apple may be facing the most serious challenge yet from Sony, with the Xperia XZ Premium looking to outdo the iPhone 7 Plus with innovative new features.
Review: Xplore XSlate R12 Is A Rugged Tablet With A Flair For Design

The CRN Test Center finds a number of thoughtful features in the Windows 10 tablet.
OPINION

Why It's Time For Tim Cook To Step Down

While no one expected Tim Cook to be Steve Jobs, the expectation was that he would surround himself with people who would make up for his weaknesses in the visionary areas that Jobs excelled at.
Head-To-Head: LG G6 Vs. Google Pixel XL

The Pixel XL may feature the Google Assistant, but now so does the LG G6. The CRN Test Center compares the two phones on features and price.
MobileIron, Lenovo Team Up To Better Secure Windows 10 PCs With The Help Of The Channel

The partnership is aimed at businesses that are considering a move from Windows 7 PCs to Windows 10.
10 IoT Products Turning Heads At Mobile World Congress

While solution providers typically look to Mobile World Congress for blockbuster smartphone announcements, the show is now also a launching pad for the newest IoT products. Here are 10 IoT products unveiled at this year's MWC.
Mobile World Congress 2017

Bookmark this page for a look at the latest gadgets and gizmos showing up on the showfloor at MWC 2017.
Head-To-Head: Lenovo X1 Yoga Vs. Microsoft Surface Pro 4

The CRN Test Center takes a look at how the second-generation X1 Yoga compares with the popular Surface Pro 4.
MWC 2017: 10 Big Rumors Heading Into Mobile World Congress

Samsung, LG, Huawei and BlackBerry are among the companies that are expected to unveil smartphones and tablets at MWC.
CenturyLink Intros Mobile Management System, Key Component Of A New Channel Push

CenturyLink is bringing IBM's MaaS360 platform to partners looking to better manage mobile devices in what is likely the start of a push to bring more solutions from strategic partners to the channel.
HP CEO Weisler: Innovation Is Driving Best Personal Systems Sales Growth Since 2014's Windows XP Refresh

Partners said the 10 percent growth in HP's personal systems business in its first fiscal quarter is a sign that HP has closed the design and innovation gap against rival Apple.
Head-To-Head: Lenovo Yoga 910 Vs. Apple MacBook Pro

The CRN Test Center compares the new flagship Yoga with the recently overhauled MacBook Pro.
16 New ThinkPad Laptops Lenovo Is Launching This Year

The CRN Test Center rounds up the key details on the updated ThinkPad lineup for 2017.

Slide Shows

	CRN Exclusive: Outgoing Tech Data CEO Dutkowsky On Distribution Evolution, The Avnet TS Buy And Why Rich Hume Has Earned His New Role Bob Dutkowsky, the second major distributor CEO in 2018 to decide to step aside to make way for new leadership, says incoming CEO Rich Hume has proved he's ready for the job.
	20 Wild And Wacky Scenes From RSA Conference 2018 CRN looks back at the fun scenes and activities from the show floor of RSA Conference 2018 in San Francisco last week.
	The Best And Worst Technology Company Stocks In The First Quarter Of 2018 Twenty-six of the 44 technology companies on our watch list recorded gains in the price of their publicly traded shares in the first quarter of 2018. Take a look at who were the winners and who were the losers.