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NZ’s car sharing platform ups its game with new feature
Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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smartphones
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smart appliances
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peer-to-peer
Yourdrive, New Zealand’s car sharing platform, has announced it is now allowing remote vehicle access to renters.
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Spark Foundation puts Givealittle up for sale
Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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crowdfunding
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spark
Spark New Zealand’s charitable arm ‘Spark Foundation’ is eyeing up the sale of popular Kiwi not-for-profit crowdfunding platform Givealittle.
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Sharesies partners with NZX to bring investment to ordinary Kiwis
Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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nzx
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shares
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investment
Sharesies has signed up as a participant on the New Zealand Exchange (NZX) as it moves to allow investors to access all listed companies on the exchange.
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Vodafone, Vocus welcome Com Com scrutiny on unbundled broadband
Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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uc
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission's scrutiny on unbundled broadband pricing is a step in the right direction, according to Vocus Group and Vodafone.
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Genesis launches virtual power plant platform
Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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genesis energy
Genesis partners with Karit to create a virtual power plant for customers, allowing them to generate, store, and sell energy.
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Apple recalls 2015 MacBook Pros because they could catch fire
Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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power / energy
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple recalls 2015 15-inch MacBook Pros over battery overheating and fire risks. Devices sold from Sep 2015 to Sep 2017 affected; replacements free.
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OPPO woos photography lovers with a pop-up cam
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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smartphones
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oppo
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photography
OPPO has launched its new Reno smartphone series in New Zealand, featuring a pop-up camera for photography enthusiasts, with prices up to NZD $1300.
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Hands-on review: Play your way with Corsair’s Nightsword RGB gaming mouse
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The Nightsword is easily the gaming mouse of choice for a truly discerning player who knows their play style well and what they need to perform their best.
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New app launches to protect our oceans
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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cleantech
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apps
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sustainability
OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.
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Game Review: Total War: Three Kingdoms (PC)
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Total War: Three Kingdoms transports the strategy series to ancient China, marrying tight narrative with stunning visuals in a highly polished format.
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Cyberpunk 2077 now available for pre-order
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cyberpunk 2077
The Cyberpunk 2077 Collector’s Edition is also available for pre-order and comes packed with a number of high-quality collectibles.
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UiPath brings automation skills to ANZ students
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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auckland university
UiPath launches its Academic Alliance in Australia and New Zealand, starting with the University of Auckland, to equip students with critical automation skills.
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Inland Revenue moves to help investors get tax rate right
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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investment
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kiwisaver
Inland Revenue is moving to help make sure investors, including KiwiSavers, get on the correct prescribed investor tax rate.
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How big data is enhancing the worlds food chain
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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storage
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data analytics
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martech
Big data is revolutionising global food production, with Computomics using advanced genomics to enhance crop breeding, cutting the 13-year development time.
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In brief: A look at Samsung's latest gadgets
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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smartphones
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wearables
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digital signage
Samsung has been busy releasing a bunch of products including smartphones, watches and tablets – here are the latest gadgets you should watch out for.
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PC market back on the downslide, says IDC
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
New Zealand's traditional PC market saw an -8.3% YoY decline in Q1 2019, signalling a return to the downturn after two quarters of growth, reports IDC.
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Raglan: Home to NZ's first enviro-tech camp for kids
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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technology in schools
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edtech
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omgtech
When you think of tech camps for kids, the North Island’s rugged surf spot Raglan may not be the first place that comes to mind – until now, at least.
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ASB offers Google Pay - but some people will miss out
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
ASB Bank phases out its ASB Virtual payment service, introducing Google Pay for Android users. However, it’s only compatible with Android 5.0 or later.
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LG releases raft of new smart appliances
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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smart home
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smart appliances
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home robots
LG launches a range of space-saving, voice-activated smart appliances, from fridges and washing machines to an auto-steamer and a robotic vacuum/mop.
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Hands-on review: Makeblock Motionblock
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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gaming
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robots
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reviews
Makeblock's new Motionblock robot kit offers an engaging, hands-on introduction to STEAM for kids and adults, despite a few minor drawbacks.