About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 419
iOS Review: QuizUp
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
With over 365 topics from history, TV shows, sports, music, and new topics being added all the time, you'll be entertained and challenged for hours at a time.
Digital dating - The next step...
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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ai
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online dating
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relationships
We got to talking about how internet dating isn't so much an issue as it once was, and it got me to thinking about where dating was headed.
So I swapped to 2degrees...
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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uc
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vodafone
A TechDay writer's experience with 2degrees: So I recently made the big mistake of switching from Vodafone to 2degrees.
Ios Review: CreamCam
Sat, 19th Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
CreamCam: The app that claims to enhance your self portraits falls flat in delivering natural-looking results.
Uber - better than a taxi for the same price
Sat, 19th Apr 2014
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apps
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ios
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apple
Uber arrives in Auckland, offering convenient, cashless rides that could outshine taxis at competitive prices.
iOS review: Whittaker's Egg Hunt
Fri, 18th Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Whittaker's Egg Hunt app combines Easter joy with a giant egg hunt across NZ cities to win chocolate prizes, supporting Starship Foundation.
iOS review: White Tile
Thu, 17th Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
White Tile, a deceptively simple iOS game, hooks players with its addictive blend of speed and precision. Perfect for testing reflexes!.
A closer look at... Facebook Trending
Thu, 17th Apr 2014
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facebook
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sports
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x
Facebook introduced a trending feature to the homepage earlier this year, and was introduced in several countries including the U.S., U.K. and Canada...
I hate you, you hate me....
Wed, 16th Apr 2014
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facebook
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social networking
There's a fun new tool you can use to find out if you and a Facebook friend mutually hate each other. Amazing.
We never talk anymore..
Tue, 15th Apr 2014
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facebook
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phone
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texting
My big problem with phone calls these days is that you have to drop whatever you are doing in order to talk to the person calling you. It's rather rude, really.
Looking into it: iPhoto and iMovie on your iPhone
Mon, 14th Apr 2014
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ios
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apple
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apple iphone
iPhoto and iMovie now free on iOS, turning your iPhone into a creative powerhouse with seamless iCloud integration. Edit with ease on the go!.
iOS App Review: Trend Micro Mobile Security
Mon, 7th Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro Mobile Security for your iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, stops threats before they reach you so you can enjoy your digital life safely.
Top 5: Things you can do with your iPhone...
Mon, 7th Apr 2014
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ios
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apple
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apple iphone
Sure, you make calls, send emails, check Facebook, take photos, browse the web and play games on your iPhone. But what else.
Film review: Vampire Academy
Sun, 6th Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
Vampire Academy: A laughably bad tale that embraces its absurdity, unlike its self-serious counterparts. A regrettable watch, even for laughs.
Film Review: Need for Speed
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
Aaron Paul races into hearts in Need for Speed, but with cliches and suspect plot, it's more a pit stop in action cinema than a new flagbearer.
Film review: Noah
Fri, 28th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
Noah reimagines an ancient tale with star-studded cast and epic fervour, ensuring a cinematic voyage worth the watch.
Your Warehouse - the new shopping app where you can get even more bargains
Fri, 28th Mar 2014
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ios
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apple
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shopping
The Warehouse unveils 'Your Warehouse' app, a new leap in online shopping, offering NZ's biggest product range at your fingertips.
The not-so-humble workout brag
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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healthtech
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facebook
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fitness
Frankly, unless you have fallen off the treadmill and smashed your face in, you don't need to tell us every detail of your workout routine.
The Ugly Selfie...
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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social media
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selfie
The ugly selfie trend is gaining popularity as people poke fun at the selfie obsession and embrace their imperfections.
Your new online addiction...
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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uc
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photography
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creative technologies
The best sites for you to waste away the hours when you're supposed to be working or doing actual important stuff.