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Chrome

Happy Birthday, Google Chrome!

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Google Chrome celebrates its first anniversary with a new Beta version, featuring updated customisation options, a streamlined Omnibox, and faster browsing.
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School conflict and the web: The real picture

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Recent incidents at an Auckland school spotlight the web's significant role in fuelling and publicising teenage conflicts, according to NetSafe.
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MOTOROLA CLIQ

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Motorola makes its first foray into the Google Android system with the Cliq, offering features like secure data storage and remote wiping.
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Samsung Reclaim

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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The Reclaim: the environmentally friendly smartphone that's not just green in colour. Perfect for the eco-conscious consumer.
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BLACKBERRY CURVE 8520

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Introducing the latest addition to the BlackBerry family - a stripped-back device offering consumer-friendly features.
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1000 cabinets

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Telecom's network division Chorus installed its 1000th cabinet last month, of which 400 have been installed in Auckland.
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Wireless security

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Wireless security innovates with location tech, ensuring info stays safe and enhances network reliability, reveals expert Matthew Gast.
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Microsoft offers free anti-malware tool

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Microsoft is set to release Microsoft Security Essentials, a free anti-malware tool designed to enhance Windows security, launching tomorrow in 19 countries.
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DON'T MISS: Jabra Pro and Go launch

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Jabra launches new products targeting mobile workers with touch screen interface. Join their events in Wellington and Auckland. Register on their website.
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Vodafone signs Amway

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Vodafone partners with Amway to promote handsets and services through Amway's extensive network of independent business owners in New Zealand.
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Endace appoints new executive team members

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Endace boosts its executive team, welcoming Neil Livingston as Chief Product Officer and Tim Nichols as Director of Marketing to expand global reach.
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Super Street Fighter IV announced - but only three characters have been revealed

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Although the game will be a standalone release, it is understood that the game will retail for a reduced price.
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Kiwishare scrapped in favour of levy for rural broadband

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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New Zealand's government scraps the Kiwishare in favour of a levy to fund rural broadband, reallocating NZD $100 million from various sources for better access.
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Trend Micro endorses anti-malware 'live testing'

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Trend Micro champions NSS Labs' real-world anti-malware testing, prioritising customer protection with advanced live threat detection methods.
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Future of Kordia cable soon to be revealed

Mon, 28th Sep 2009
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Named Optikor, the cable is planned to land in Waiuku, north of<br />Auckland and is expected to cost around $200 million.
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Sony news ahoy

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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Sony woos PSP enthusiasts with free game downloads for PSPgo upgrades; unveils 250GB PS3 bundle for NZ and celebrates 1M PS3 sales globally.
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Rockstar news ahoy

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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The latest trailer showcases Yusuf Amir, a bizarre real-estate manager and millionaire that protagonist Luis Lopez will work with throughout the game.
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Sidhe launches app-development group

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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PikPok launches rhythm-based music game <i>Fame</i> for iPhone and iPod Touch - players can dance their way to success.
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Developer interview: Need For Speed SHIFT's Jesse Abney

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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Need For Speed SHIFT aims to satisfy both arcade and authentic racing fans with its innovative first-person driving experience.
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Compass rolls out WiMax nationwide

Fri, 18th Sep 2009
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Mike Lancaster, the company's wireless champion, says 15 WiMax sites have been constructed and will be live in the next two months.