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Catherine Knowles
News Editor
Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.

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Backup

New backup suite by Veeam soon to be available

Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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cloud services
Veeam announces the upcoming launch of its Availability Suite v8, addressing growing cloud backup demands amid a $140 billion data centre boom.
World office

VMob moving towards world domination

Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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retail
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awards
VMob, New Zealand's multi award-winning mobile marketing company, is gaining momentum and continuing to expand around the globe.
Promotion applause

Westcon Australia adds some kiwi flavour

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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distributors
Westcon Group NZ's David Hook has taken on the job of sales director for the distributor's Australian operations.
Office productivity

Good Technology releases brand new productivity solution

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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microsoft
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good technology
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mobility
The Good Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) Suite by Good Technology has received exciting additions following a partnership with Microsoft.
Emma watson malware hoax

Aussies under fire with leaked Emma Watson video

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Aussies targeted by Emma Watson video scam, falling prey to malware that hijacks Facebook and steals info, warns Bitdefender.
Fallback

Nintendo 3DS smashes sales with popular game

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
What Nintendo 3DS game has been sold more than 2.8 million times around the world in just a matter of days? None other than Super Smash Bros.
Coming soon

New Apple products days away from being debuted

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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apple
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ipad
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technology gifts
Anticipation is building as Apple prepares for launch of new products on Oct 16th, including next iPad Air and iPad mini.
Collaborating workplace

Evernote is changing the way people work

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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ios
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apple
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evernote
Evernote is moving past simply note taking and venturing into the world of work. Two new features will capture your attention.
Brilliant minds

Kiwi Linux conference calling all brilliant minds

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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open source
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cloud services
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auckland university
LCA 2015 beckons brilliant minds to Auckland for a premier Linux event, promising innovation, collaboration, and a showcase of talent.
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Home Smart Home revolutionising home design

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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smart home
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apple
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samsung
Samsung's Home Smart Home in NZ redefines living spaces with adaptable design for any event, showcasing the future of fluid home environments.
Handshake

Conbrio Technology Group guzzles up New Zealand owned company

Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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cloud services
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conbrio technology group
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digital technology
Public Technology Ltd has been purchased by Conbrio Technology Group Ltd, but it is said no changes will be made.
Camera lens

Lacklands snaps up Nikon and Lowepro

Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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nikon
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photography
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creative technologies
Lacklands LP becomes NZ's imaging powerhouse, acquiring Nikon and Lowepro, promising innovation and competitive prices in the photographic sector.
Geekpro

How to speak geek like a pro

Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Master speaking geek with the phonetic alphabet – ensuring crystal clear communication in tech support and gaming alike.
Brilliant ideas

Mentors on tap at The Lightning Lab

Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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entrepreneur
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startups
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mentorship
The Lightning Lab expands to Auckland, offering start-ups mentoring, seed capital, and a chance to turn ideas into reality.
Burning paper

Design awards prove printing isn't dead

Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Brother has long been a leading provider of print and imaging equipment, and this year two products have snapped up two awards.
Food poisoning

Can the internet save you from food poisoning?

Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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healthtech
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government
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zomato
Food gradings are a handy way to check the health and safety rating of a restaurant or cafe so you get all of the delicious with none of the disease.
176430210

Entrepreneur X Factor coming to a town near you

Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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apple
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entrepreneur
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technology gifts
Are you an entrepreneur at heart and want to know if you've got what it takes? Season 3 of Entrepreneur X may be just the thing for you.