Lenovo wins 2022 Microsoft Device Partner of the Year
Lenovo Recognized as the Winner of 2022 Microsoft Device Partner of the Year!
Lenovo’s achievement as the 2022 Microsoft Device Partner of the Year underscores Lenovo’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. Their success reflects not only Lenovo’s technical prowess but also Lenovo’s ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the digital landscape.
Lenovo’s partnership with Microsoft extends beyond mere product integration; it represents a collaborative effort to empower businesses worldwide. Through Lenovo’s dedication to excellence in building, marketing, and selling devices and IT solutions, Lenovo has positioned itself as a leader in leveraging Microsoft-based technology to drive digital transformation.
This recognition is a testament to Lenovo’s unwavering focus on delivering integrated solutions and services that anticipate and address the challenges of today’s rapidly changing business environment. By consistently providing flexible and reliable solutions, Lenovo enables its customers to not only meet but also exceed their digital transformation goals.
Moreover, Lenovo’s global reach ensures that Lenovo’s impact extends across borders, benefiting organizations of all sizes and industries. Whether Lenovo’s empowering remote workforces, enhancing productivity, or driving innovation, Lenovo’s partnership with Microsoft continues to shape the future of work and technology.
Looking ahead, Lenovo’s recognition as the Device Partner of the Year serves as a springboard for future endeavors. It reinforces Lenovo’s commitment to excellence and inspires Lenovo to continue pushing boundaries, driving innovation, and delivering value to customers around the world. As technology continues to evolve, Lenovo remains at the forefront, ready to lead the charge towards a more connected, efficient, and digitally-driven future.
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Honoring The Heroes Of Cybersecurity
Honoring The Heroes Of Cybersecurity
Shifting Perspectives: Recognizing Cybersecurity Heroes
In an industry where some tend to romanticize cyber threat groups, however, we opt for a different perspective.
Standing Firm with Bitdefender: Supporting Cybersecurity Heroes
We stand firmly behind the champions of cybersecurity. Specifically, the dedicated team at Bitdefender tirelessly strive to fortify businesses, non-profits, and government organizations against digital threats.
Honoring Unsung Heroes: Paying Homage to Cybersecurity Champions
Our aim is to honor and pay homage to these unsung heroes of the digital realm. To achieve this, we offer them something unique and enjoyable to showcase their invaluable contributions.
Introducing the Guardians: Meet Bitdefender’s Cybersecurity Heroes
ZAL: The Security Engineer
ZAL, the Security Engineer, stands on the left. Equipped with extensive knowledge and experience, they equip the team with precise tools and weaponry in their quest to discover and eliminate hackers.
MIRA: The Threat Researcher
MIRA, floating above the rest, embodies the role of the Threat Researcher. Leveraging a deep and intimate understanding of data and the threat landscape, they support the team of cyber defenders.
DÁOS: The Security Analyst
Positioned on the right, DÁOS assumes the mantle of the Security Analyst. Utilizing precise targeting abilities, they investigate leads and eliminate adversaries, traps, tools, and bots with unwavering determination.
HERC: The Threat Hunter
Finally, leading from the front, HERC emerges as the Threat Hunter. Drawing upon expertise in both quarry and environment, they track down and capture hackers wherever they may lurk.
Celebrating Courage and Resilience
Through these characters, we celebrate the dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment of those who stand on the frontlines of cybersecurity. With their courage and resilience, they safeguard our digital world.
Microsoft Surface Partners with Newtech as a local Maltese Distributor.

We are pleased to add Microsoft surface to our portfolio of products within the local b2b sector.
Work, Live & Play with Microsoft Surface
Microsoft surface provides exceptional all in one solutions designed to stay connected with all in one solutions.
Easily connect, share experiences, and celebrate big moments
Through Surface and Skype you can connect with up to 50 people. With people spending more time at home during this pandemic, why not make the most out of your experiences?
Built-in cameras that adapt to show the right camera angle
All Surface tablets have HD video webcams that orient towards your face from any angle that you take your calls, even whilst moving.
All the connections and accessories you need
Personalize your home workspace with a sleek wireless mouse, Surface Pen, Surface Headphones 2, Surface Earbuds, Type Cover or Surface Dock.
Get things done, wherever you are
With the surface signature kick stand you can work from anywhere. Whether you are on your kitchen table, sitting on the couch or at your work desk.
Improved Battery Life
The new models have enhanced performance and battery life.
Great Sound
Every Surface features built-in Dolby® Audio™ that’s perfect for listening to music, podcasts and audio books, and streaming your favorite shows.
Familiar Windows 10 features and built-in security
Surface has you covered with the Windows 10 you know, password-free sign-in, and secured cloud storage.
Protect your files and family
Sharing Surface is seamless and secure, with parent-managed screen time limits and content filtering – plus plenty of space for your photos, videos and music.
Keep your files private and confidential
OneDrive cloud storage gives you even more space for your family’s files, photos, videos and music. Plus, OneDrive Personal Vault adds an extra layer of protection for sensitive documents, photos, and videos.
Log in securely with Windows Hello
Windows Hello password-free sign-in is the fastest, most secure way to unlock your Surface.
Microsoft surface products are currently only available for registered business’s in Malta. If you wish to inquire about ordering a specific model please contact us on ntsales@newtech.mt or call us on +356 25523000.
Stay connected while you work from home with Linksys & Belkin.
For many people today, their office is now their home.
This now means that the numbers of connected devices at home has increased significantly, from phones to laptops, to TVs.
How can you maximise your home network with Linksys?
While many products seem similar on the surface, not all are the same. With so many to choose from, it can be confusing as to where to start. What factors play into getting the most out of your home network?
Test Your Wi-Fi Speed
Currently, there are single-band, dual-band, and tri-band WiFi routers on the market. Single band optimal speed is up to 750 Mbps, a dual band WiFi router clocks up to 1625 Mbps, and a tri-band router provides the fastest speeds with up to 2166 Mbps on each band.
It is important to test your WiFi speed to make sure the speed you are paying for and receiving is matching your needs.
Ditch Your Old ISP Router/Modem
Many people try to make do with the ISP router/modem that they most likely got from their Internet provider. These routers are adequate for basic Internet needs but that’s what these routers are: basic. If you’re dependent on reliable, fast and consistent WiFi throughout your home office and home, these ISP provided routers likely aren’t optimal.
Upgrade to Mesh WiFi
Mesh WiFi, or whole home WiFi, consists of a main router that connects directly to your modem and a series of nodes you place around your home. This provides full WiFi coverage throughout your house. Think of it like an old-school stereo, with a main receiver and various satellite speakers around the house to carry sound — but in this case, it’s a router, nodes, and WiFi.
With a Linksys Mesh WiFi router, such as the MR9000 or MR8300, you create a mesh WiFi that delivers superior speeds through your home. It’s easy to install and you can expand your coverage as your WiFi needs grow.
Add WiFi Range Extenders
Some Mesh WiFi systems require to you upgrade to an entire new WiFi system if you want to expand on it. Fortunately, Linksys offers ways you can extend the range of your WiFi with affordable products. That means you’ll be able to augment and expand upon your original investment.
Linksys Velop Mesh WiFi benefits include:
- Faster Internet speeds
- Expand your WiFi coverage
- Easy to install
- Customizable
- Automated software updates
Optimize Your Home WiFi to Maximize Productivity
Overall, optimizing your home WiFi is about staying connected and in control so you can be as productive as possible. Your family members who rely on WiFi will be happy, too.
Learn More About Mesh WiFi
Newtech are the official distribution partners of Linksys & Belkin in Malta.
This blog was taken from the following link – https://www.linksys.com/us/r/resource-center/how-to-optimize-wifi-working-from-home/
Protect your home with APC. Power shortages? Invest in a UPS.
Protect your home with APC. Power shortages? Invest in a UPS.
Over the years, Schneider Electric has come out with durable, long lasting solutions, making them one of the most trusted companies worldwide in the realm of electronics. The German company owns APC, who specialize in products that power and safeguard the critical electronics at home that keep you and your family connected. The UPS allows you to protect your high speed internet connection with 24 /7 network access, ideal for storms and power outages. In case of a storm, APC filters electricity outputs in the event of an electric surge which could be caused by a lightening strike. This in turn prevents damage to all kind of devices from TV’s to consoles.
You are able to protect all of your data, including files stored on the cloud, streaming services and full access to send / receive emails during a power outage. APC solutions are proven to work harder, last longer and provide valuable protection to your home network. APC offer surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, that ensure you have optimal up time for your PC and home network. Whether it is for your home, home office and small business / server room and network closet / Data Centre and Facility. We are here to offer you solution.
As an official partner Newtech offer the full APC range, to select a UPS that is suited for your environment click here > https://www.apc.com/shop/mt/en/tools/ups_selector/
Once you select a model, please get in touch with our team of experts on ntsales@newtech.mt
Microsoft Software Solutions Forecast for 2020
Microsoft Software Solutions Forecast for 2020
As we enter the new decade Microsoft continue to lead technology breakthroughs and progress. The company continues break records, delivering more than $125 billion in revenue, $43 billion in operating income, more than $50 billion in operating cash flow. Returning $30 billion to shareholders (Microsoft Annual Report, 2019). Microsoft’s commercial cloud solutions continue to operate as the leading players in the market, through on premise integrated solutions with Azure, a cloud computing service designed for building, testing, deploying and managing applications through Data centres owned by the company. Microsoft 365 continues to flourish as the leading tool for education and businesses’ alike , as well as Microsoft teams and one drive continue to drive the growth of Business of all sizes, specifically enabling SME’s to flourish and reach their targets through efficiency and connectivity.
Applications
In today’s world every company is a digital company, Microsoft recently acquired GitHub, a complete tool chain designed for developers which is independent of language, framework or cloud. The tool is used by over 40 millions developers world wide, with visual studio becoming one of the most popular code – editing tools in the world and typescript one of the fastest-growing programming languages.
Data and AI
Microsoft Azure is the only cloud device with limitless data and analytics capabilities across customers’ entire data portfolio. Azure is becoming the world’s computer with a projection of over 50 billion connected devices to come online by 2030, it is the only cloud service with limitless data and analytics capabilities across entire business data sets. The characteristic which will define applications going forward will be AI infrastructure, tools, and services with Azure Cognitive Services, so any developer can embed the ability to see, hear, respond, translate, reason, and more into their applications. Azure Cognitive Services is the most comprehensive portfolio of AI tools available, and this year, Microsoft added speech-to-text, search, vision, and decision capabilities, as well as updates to Azure Machine Learning to streamline the building, training, and deployment of machine learning models (Microsoft annual report, 2019).
Business Applications
Dynamics 365 and Power BI are unique concepts which enable organisations to digitize their business processes by transferring data within systems and joining digital and physical worlds in a cloud based solution. Dynamics 365 is a solution which enables employees with the right information at the right time, in the context of their work. Whilst Power BU, is the recognized leader in business intelligence on the cloud, with more than 25 million models hosted on the service and 12 million queries processed.
Linked In
LinkedIn now has more than 645 million members and is the most comprehensive solution for every organization to manage and engage their most important resource — their talent. Their Talent portfolio — from Talent Solutions and Talent Insights, to employee engagement with Glint and LinkedIn Learning — enables every organization to attract, retain, and develop the best talent in an increasingly competitive jobs market.
Esports & Gaming
In gaming, Microsoft’s breakthrough game streaming technology, Project xCloud, will enter public trials shortly. It will put gamers at the centre of their gaming experience, enabling them to play games in high-fidelity wherever and whenever they want, on any device.
As an official partner of Microsoft with a relationship spanning for 25 years, Newtech offers Microsoft packages through qualified experts which can aid in providing tailored packages that can meet a companies’ requirements. Our qualified experts and service centre, are able to programme systems and fix systems at no additional cost on an agreed package.
If you are interested in any of Microsoft’s software solutions please contact ntsales@newtech.mt
Sources: Microsoft annual report 2019