Thailand's computer market is projected to return to growth in 2017 after five straight years of contraction, thanks to improved consumer confidence and the government's stimulus spending. "The computer market will rebound this year, turning positive or at least flat as the worst-case scenario," said Thaneth Angkasirisan, country manager of Dell Corporation Thailand. The local computer market recorded an average annual contraction rate of 9% from 2012-16, reported global research firm IDC. Dell will remain focused on its premium brand in high-growth gaming computers and two-in-one computers, meaning a portable that shares the characteristics of both tablets and laptops. To capitalise on this high-growth premium segment, Dell yesterday rolled out a two-in-one computer, the XPS 13, retailing for 79,000 baht.

Source: Bangkok Post March 14, 2017 21:45 UTC