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Rebecca Rallo

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Kiwi Stories

Written by Rebecca

HFR

The Hobbit – too much tech?

Peter Jackson's The Hobbit faces criticism for its high-tech frame rate, worrying fans it may detract from Middle Earth's charm.

By Rebecca Rallo • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Dec 2012

Gaming

Drinking games gone digital

Nearly everything has gone digital these days, and now even the good old fashioned drinking game has joined the digital revolution.

By Rebecca Rallo • 1 min read • Fri, 6th Jul 2012

Global Stories

Written by Rebecca

Email Security

Scammers put a damper on holiday travels

Holiday travellers beware: SCAMwatch reports a surge in fake airline emails with malware-laden itineraries. Stay vigilant to avoid scams.

By Rebecca Rallo • 2 min read • Sun, 13th Apr 2014

Lenovo

Securing Your Holiday Tech Gifts - Windows Guide

The good folk at ESET bring us a phenomenal series on securing your Christmas tech gifts, starting with your new Windows PC.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2012

Customer Relationship Management

NAB Social Media Command Centre unveiled

NAB raises the bar with a high-tech Social Media Command Centre, aiming to revolutionize customer service in the digital age.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2012

iOS

Google Maps hits iOS – again

After a brief absence, Google Maps returns to iOS, offering users a smoother, voice-guided navigation experience once more.

By Rebecca Rallo • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Dec 2012

Digital Entertainment

YouTube's new facility to kill broadcast TV

YouTube is set to revolutionise video production with its new 41,000 sq-foot LA facility, offering state-of-the-art resources to selected creators for free.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Dec 2012

Samsung Galaxy Note

Samsung showcases Galaxy Note II in Sydney

A couple weeks ago, I had the pleasure of flying to Sydney for the launch of the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note II.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2012

Microsoft

Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money

Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.

By Rebecca Rallo • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012

Gaming

Your mini guide to Windows 8

Windows 8 introduces a touchscreen interface and a host of new apps, marking Microsoft's biggest OS update since Windows 95.

By Rebecca Rallo • 7 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012

Apple

Apple unveils new iPhone 5

Apple launches iPhone 5 in San Francisco with a larger screen, slimmer design, and new connector, setting stage to reclaim smartphone lead.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Sep 2012

Social Media

Layman's explanation of Pinterest

Unlock the world of virtual pinboards with Pinterest, a place to organise and share web discoveries from recipes to home décor.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2012

Yahoo

Layman's explanation of LinkedIn

Part eight of our series explains the basics of LinkedIn. While tomorrow's final installment we will be explaining Pinterest.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Jul 2012

Social Media

Layman's explanation of Digg

Delve into the world of Digg, the platform transforming how we discover and share trending news, beyond mere likes and shares.

By Rebecca Rallo • 2 min read • Sun, 15th Jul 2012

Social Media

Layman's explanation of Tumblr

Unraveling Tumblr: A beginner's guide to the microblogging platform transforming how we share and engage online.

By Rebecca Rallo • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Jul 2012

Google

Layman's explanation of Google+

Google+ decoded: A comprehensive guide for those mystified by social media, revealing how to share, connect, and thrive online.

By Rebecca Rallo • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Jul 2012

Unified Communications

Layman's explanation of Skype

Explore the evolution of social media with our layman's guide to Skype: a tool that transformed global communication through video calls and messaging.

By Rebecca Rallo • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jul 2012