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iPad sales likely to outpace original iPhone

Sun, 21st Mar 2010
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With an estimated 200,000 iPads already pre-ordered, analysts believe that there could be more iPads sold in its first quarter than the 1.
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Google TV will push Apple into action

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Google's upcoming TV device, backed by Sony, Intel, and Logitech, poses a threat to Apple TV sales, according to reports.
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Apple board member passes away at 71

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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In tribute to Apple board member Jerome [Jerry] York, Apple's US website has been dedicated solely to his memory.
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Kindle for Mac application now available

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Allowing users to read and purchase Kindle books on their Mac, even if they don't have a Kindle, Amazon has released its application for Mac.
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Anti-ACTA event to be held in Wellington

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Wellington will host PublicACTA, a forum critical of the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement, to allow public discourse two days before official negotiations.
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EA NZ announces Battlefield: Bad Company 2 tournament

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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EA NZ and ON3Network launch online tournament for PC Battlefield: Bad Company 2 players, with prizes valued at over $8000.
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Woosh brings back the Joy

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Woosh defies setbacks, revitalises its fixed line plans with unique data caps, outstripping competitors and redefining connectivity.
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Another day, another Facebook scam

Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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McAfee Labs exposes a widespread Facebook scam: a fake password reset email with a malicious attachment. Users warned to stay vigilant.
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Alcatel Lucent builds new mobile team

Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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Alcatel Lucent is seeking three top mobile managers for its Wellington HQ, aiming to revitalise its mobile network maintenance approach and enhance performance.
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NZ Software Association steps up

Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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The New Zealand Software Association has become the country's representative body in the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organisation (ASOCIO).
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Exego claims 350% performance boost

Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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Automotive firm Exego Group (best known for the Repco brand) has said it's boosted its IT infrastructure more than threefold using Riverbed technology.
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Report: US responsible for most malicious websites

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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A research study has revealed that most malicious websites are hosted on US servers and not in other countries like China.
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The difference between NZ and US - Zeacom

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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NZ lags behind the US in customer service automation, but Zeacom's CEO believes there's time to catch up amid recession contrasts.
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Oceanus UK acquires Australian IT firm Erilis

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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Oceanus UK has acquired Australian company Erilis to expand its global footprint and develop new business in Asia Pacific.
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Need for Speed World beta now open

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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EA launches closed beta for its MMO racer, Need for Speed World, giving players the chance to offer feedback to developers.
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Intergen's Dynamics Day '10 detailed

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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The firm is currently working with Microsoft to bring speakers to the Wellington-based event, COO Simon Bright has revealed.
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Facebook viewing app is another scam

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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Facebook is grappling with another scam as rogue apps falsely claim to reveal profile viewers while funnelling clicks for scam revenue.
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Naverisk: Our pricing is winning clients

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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Naverisk's non-contract pricing model has seen clients leaving Kaseya, says ANZ Sales and Marketing Manager Mark Checksfield.
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God of War III launch trailer

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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Sony's long-awaited action exclusive, God of War III, releases tomorrow, bringing Kratos' quest for revenge against the Greek gods to an epic conclusion.
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Tandberg joins forces with Datacraft

Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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Tandberg has partnered with Datacraft to bolster its presence in New Zealand, aiming to address the growing demand for video conferencing solutions.