Stories by Staff - Page 578
Is Vector's next move international connectivity?
Fri, 29th Jan 2010
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So Vector wants to provide fibre connectivity to the Auckland region – 450,000 premises in the next seven years.
Reliable old network still destined for the dustbin
Fri, 29th Jan 2010
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vodafone
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retail
Telecom intends to go ahead with decommissioning its CDMA network in 2012, despite the issues with its XT Network.
Cities XL's Planet Offer service to close
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Monte Cristo pulls the plug on the 'Planet Offer' online service for game 'CitiesXL' due to low subscription rates.
iPad a general disappointment?
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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The Apple iPad faces widespread criticism for lacking crucial features like multitasking, with tech sites and critics voicing their disappointment.
No word on NZ iPad availability
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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apple
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technology gifts
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smartphones
Apple's iPad launch stirs excitement but leaves NZ in the dark on availability dates, despite unveiling US launch plans.
iPad disappointing for gaming?
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
iPad falls short in gaming, say critics. Despite its success with smaller devices, features don't translate well to its larger size.
Westcon Group continues to expand
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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distributors
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partners
Westcon Group bolsters its portfolio, partnering with F5 Networks to distribute acclaimed data management solutions across Australia and New Zealand.
Can Morningstar rise again?
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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synnex
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ingram micro
Morningstar plots a green comeback in April, targeting NZ's IT market amid fierce competition and recent setbacks.
We'll partner with Kordia on international cable - SPIN
Thu, 28th Jan 2010
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kordia
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alcatel-lucent
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partners
[UPDATED] The company behind a new international cable linking New Zealand with the Pacific Islands, and onto the US, is hoping to partner with Kordia.
Ingram Micro system launch moved to March 1st
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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distributors
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managing director
Ingram Micro has pushed its new website and system launch back a month in order to have it fully operational on launch day.
National Crisis Management Centre gets system upgrade
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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intergen
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upgrades
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budget
Minister John Carter announces E-Sponder's EMIS will enhance the National Crisis Management Centre, ensuring quicker, coordinated emergency responses.
Sektor to distribute Panasonic
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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digital signage
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panasonic
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toughbook
Sektor partners with Panasonic to distribute a wide range of tech, including security systems and ToughBooks, with an exclusive in NZ.
Kordia back in the black
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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kordia
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optikor
Kordia has announced a half year net profit after tax of $1 million, a marked improvement on the same period last year in which it posted a $4.
Fable III, Halo: Reach to be showcased at X10
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft's X10 event in San Francisco will showcase Lionhead Studios' RPG Fable III for the first time. Other Xbox 360 exclusives also expected.
Red Steel 2 dated
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Ubisoft's Red Steel 2, a Nintendo Wii launch title, is set to release in Europe on March 26 and in the US on March 23.
McGraw-Hill CEO confirms Apple tablet launch
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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apple
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technology gifts
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smartphones
McGraw-Hill's CEO Terry McGraw has revealed Apple's tablet launch on CNBC, praising its iPhone OS and vast e-book access, hinting at educational aims.
[UPDATES] XT down again?
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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customers
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Telecom's XT network suffers second outage in an hour, affecting customers south of Taupo. Full service expected by 1pm, says Telecom on Twitter.
Tech site hacked twice
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Popular technology news Web site TechCrunch has been hacked, proving that even sites staffed by techies are vulnerable.
Outages force AA to rethink XT
Wed, 27th Jan 2010
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retail
Two massive outages on the XT Network in two months have forced the Automobile Association to reassess its contract with Telecom.
Lexar to expand presence in NZ market
Tue, 26th Jan 2010
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usb
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cellnet
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partners
Lexar Media plans to boost its presence in New Zealand, partnering with Cellnet and sponsoring the New Zealand Sevens rugby event.