Stories by Staff - Page 640

These days you're more likely to find someone listening to music from their PC or laptop than a good old fashioned CD player.

Futrix, a NZ IT firm since 1997, pioneers in delivering advanced Business Intelligence solutions globally, enhancing data management across industries.

Ontrack Data Recovery reveals 2007's most astonishing tech mishaps, from laundered USB sticks to drowned laptops and scientist-drilled hard drives.

Auckland distributor SnapperNet has launched a striking new logo, featuring a wave and binary bubbles, to boost brand recognition and market presence.

Anthony Farr, the recently appointed Regional Director, Oceania, for Packeteer has high hopes for the WAN application delivery leader in 2008.

Is One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) the answer?  Stephen Dukker, Chairman and CEO of NComputing, and eMachines co-founder, certainly doesn't think so.

ESET bolsters its global presence, appointing Craig Johnston as APAC Channel Manager to drive growth in Asia Pacific and the Maldives.

Bee Movie Game on PS2 offers youngsters a modest yet sweet gaming experience, with Barry B. Benson leading an adventure filled with fun and challenges.

Virtua Fighter 5 lands on Xbox 360 with online play, despite controller challenges, maintaining its acclaim as the top fighting game.

Conan for PS3: Brutality reigns supreme in this hack 'n' slash adventure, offering a blood-soaked tribute to the legendary barbarian.

Naruto, the ever-popular Teenage Japanese Ninja Cat-like thing is back yet again to bring his unique brand of gaming to the home consoles.

Deshan Pillay, alias TRXSTR, pioneers Auckland's latest attraction, RVB gaming lounge, blending interactive gaming with retail experience.

Gears of War leaps from Xbox 360 to PC, offering extra content and the choice of controller or keyboard, to the delight of fans.

The flight simulator series has been around almost as long as PC computer gaming itself, with the original Microsoft Flight Simulator released back in 1982.

NBA 2K8 redefines sports gaming with its groundbreaking realism and depth, setting a new benchmark and outdistancing its rival, EA Sports.

Spyro's PS2 venture in 'The Eternal Night' fails to reignite the series, opting for action over adventure, leaving fans longing for the PSX days.

Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror for PSP delivered the series franchise from relative obscurity since its original Playstation debut.

Mask of the Betrayer expands the NWN2 saga into Rasheman with epic quests and new mystical classes. A darker, more intense adventure awaits.

GripShift revs up on Xbox Live Arcade, leaving its PSP origins in the dust. With vibrant visuals, funky tunes, and inventive tracks, it's a must-play.

When I interviewed Casey Hudson, lead Project Director on Mass Effect, I wasn't entirely sold on the concept behind the game.