Eric Lai

Eric Lai tracks the latest news and trends in enterprise mobility. A veteran tech journalist most recently covering enterprise software for Computerworld, Eric joined Sybase, an SAP company in April 2010. Eric's views are his alone and d…o not necessarily represent those of SAP. This blog is sponsored by SAP.

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Fuhu Nabi: Is The Best Kids' Tablet The Right Choice For You This Christmas?

The burning question isn't whether the Fuhu Nabi is the best tablet aimed at kids today, but whether that makes it a better holiday present for the family than an iPad Mini, Google Nexus, or Amazon Kindle Fire HD.

November 8, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

'Bring Your Own Network': More Security Risks Than BYOD?

The advantages and security risks of Bring Your Own Network, or BYON, don't just apply to the personally-owned devices of workers, but potentially corporate-owned ones, too. Not everyone agrees, though.

November 7, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

A Geek's Primer To Rugged Smartphone And Tablet Cases

You don't want a wimpy case for your new iPad Mini or Google Nexus 10. You want one with the most modern materials so it can survive a fall from a skyscraper and an assassin's bullet.

November 4, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

Are Mobile Proponents All Just Hypocrites?

I am, at least for now. But others are walking the talk much better than me.

October 29, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

In The Enterprise, Windows 8 Tablets May Zoom Past PCs

CIOs seem to be more interested in Windows 8 tablets, even while showing little interest in it on desktop and conventional notebook PCs.

October 28, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

Your CMO May Be Your New CIO (And What That Means For Enterprise Mobility)

Tiffany from marketing may seem like the furthest thing from a CIO or IT manager. Surprise! She may already control a larger IT budget than them combined.

October 25, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

Some EXTREMELY Hard-Hitting Analysis Of Apple's iPad Mini Event. Not.

I had some rando thoughts, bon mots, and cheap shots during Tuesday morning's Apple event.

October 23, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

Mobile Only: Lost and Found

How many smartphones are left in New York City taxi cabs every day? More than you might expect. And that has implications for CIOs.

October 22, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

The Google Chromebook, Suddenly, Is An Enterprise Contender

Everyone was gearing up for a Tablet Battle Royale between the iPad and the Windows 8 armada. Now comes spoiling for the fight over the enterprise is the small fleet of Google Chromebooks, led by the $249 Samsung ARM Chromebook.

October 21, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Different Mobile Printing Solutions

From Apple's AirPrint to cloud services like HP's ePrint to powerful enterprise server software, I give a primer on the different ways you can print from your smartphone or tablet.

October 18, 2012 by Eric Lai in Enterprise Software / Brought to you by SAP

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