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Sean Mitchell
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Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.

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Gamer

Game review: Eyepet

Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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nintendo
No more accidents on the carpet and hefty vet bills! Imagine a future where household pets are virtual entities that exist within your home.
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Game review: DJ Hero

Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox 360
Activision's much-touted Hero franchise has returned in time for the Christmas season, with perhaps the most intriguing addition to the series yet in DJ Hero.
Movie

Movie review: STAR TREK

Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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movies
New Star Trek film dazzles with action-packed freshness, appealing to newcomers while dividing purists. JJ Abrams' reboot energises the classic.
Mobile game

Game review: iHooy!

Tue, 8th Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ios
IHooy! blasts its way into the arcade scene, blending Guitar Hero's rhythm with Metal Gear Solid's intrigue for an unforgettably epic adventure.
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Chess With Friends Free

Sun, 6th Dec 2009
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apps
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apple
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apple iphone
Chess With Friends revolutionizes how we play chess, making it possible to duel friends anytime, earning a top free game award in 2008.
Gamer

Game review: NBA 2K10

Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nba
NBA 2K10 review: Despite its 10th anniversary, the game struggles with technical issues, overshadowing new modes and exciting gameplay.
Film review

Film review: Watchmen

Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
Watchmen redefines superhero cinema with its dark, intellectual take on an alternate 1985, blending violent spectacle with deep existential questions.
Passwords

Time to change your password?

Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Email-based scams are the current attack of choice for phishers, and have prompted widespread warnings about being too casual with your passwords.
Wine

Affording the silly season

Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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data analytics
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planning
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bi
Navigating the festive season's expenses can challenge young businesses, but strategic planning and cost savings can ensure a prosperous holiday period.
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Green UPS gives resellers sustainable advantage

Tue, 24th Nov 2009
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Eaton's 'green' UPS, boasting a 99% efficiency rate, offers resellers a competitive edge in sustainability and energy savings.
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Review: iBend

Mon, 16th Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ios
Ideal for multitaskers, iBend is the sleek media player stand revolutionising how iPhone and iPod users view content on the go.
Voice

Review: iPod Nano

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Apple's new iPod Nano packs in features and defies its price point, making it a top contender in the mp3 player market.
Game controller

Game review: RISEN

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
This latest RPG 'shindig' takes place on 'Faranga', a mysterious tropical island rocked by earthquakes and magical.
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Game review: Stoked

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Stoked Review: Arguably the most realistic snowboarding sim to date, but it's intricate realism may deter casual gamers.
Gamer

Game review: NHL 10

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game review
NHL 10 review: EA Canada raises the bar with sublime gameplay, an exhilarating new fighting engine, and innovative modes. A must-play for sports enthusiasts.
Gamer

Game review: FIFA 10

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game review
FIFA 10 review: With enhanced graphics, fluid 360-degree dribbling, and a natural ball game, EA Canada's latest offers a deeper football experience.
Board

Crown board has little telco experience

Thu, 29th Oct 2009
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healthtech
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software development
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banking
The board that will oversee the government's $1.5 billion broadband network has been announced by ICT Minister Steven Joyce.
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Ingram Micro signs on Cisco's Flip Video

Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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ingram micro
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distributors
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partners
Cisco today announced the appointment of Ingram Micro as an Australia and New Zealand distributor of its Flip Video digital camcorders.
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Spy Bot Chronicles

Sat, 17th Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Embark on a rescue mission in 'Spy Bot Chronicles' as Spy Bot dashes to save Toy Bot from the grasp of the greedy Thief Bot!.
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Palm launches new handheld computing device Palm Pixi

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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software development
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mobility
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tablets
Palm unveils the Pixi, a budget-friendly follow-up to the PRE, boasting webOS, a touchscreen, and Palm Synergy, aiming to enchant the cost-conscious.