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Vocus Group and Vodafone partner to unbundle UFB services
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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Vocus Group and Vodafone are teaming up to unbundle New Zealand's UFB fibre network, aiming to boost competition, innovation, and broadband performance.
Everything you need to know about iOS 12
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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Apple announced new tools built into iOS 12 to help customers understand and take control of the time they spend interacting with their iOS devices.
Riot Games is bringing the League of Legends eSports tournament to Sydney this July
Mon, 4th Jun 2018
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eSports fans have something to celebrate about because a huge international tournament is coming to Sydney, Australia this July.
The All Blacks and Black Ferns to squad up and play Fortnite this Wednesday with LPL
Mon, 4th Jun 2018
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As previously reported, Let's Play Live (LPL) is hosting a new show with NZ celebrities playing Fortnite. The first guests are several sports stars.
Hands-on review: DJI Mavic Air Fly More Combo
Sun, 3rd Jun 2018
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drones
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FutureFive's Darren Price takes a look at DJI’s Mavic Air- a high-spec foldable drone that you can put in your pocket.
APAC smartphone market set for a downturn… before bouncing back
Sat, 2nd Jun 2018
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
The global smartphone market declined in 2017 and IDC expects it to do the same this year before a resurgence of opportunities next year.
Amazon vs. consumers on the Aussie shutout
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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commerce systems
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Amazon announced that due to GST regulation they will no longer be shipping from the US to Australia. Its comment and the consumer perspective inside.
Stuff Fibre promises to double internet speed for its users
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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In a game-changing move, Stuff Fibre promises Christchurch residents double internet speeds to 200 Mbps at no extra cost, thanks to Enable's network upgrade.
How virtual reality is making people more human-centric
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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Most people are connected to one device or another throughout the day, and many have speculated that being more connected has made us more alone.
Time to bin the traditional PC? IDC forecasts ongoing decline
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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personal computing devices
Despite the bleak forecast, IDC assures there are actually several pockets of opportunities and growth like gaming & ultraslim notebooks.
Kiwi investment startup Sharesies celebrates one-year milestone
Thu, 31st May 2018
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Kiwi investment startup Sharesies marks its first year, amassing 15,410 users and NZD $15.7 million invested, and unveils a new flexible pricing plan.
Several NZ celebrities to play/stream Fortnite with Let's Play Live (LPL)
Thu, 31st May 2018
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Let's Play Live (LPL) is hosting a weekly streaming event that will have many NZ celebrities teaming up to play Fortnite for an evening of fun.
Bethesda announces entirely new game called Fallout 76
Thu, 31st May 2018
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Bethesda just dropped a nuclear bombshell today by announcing a brand new game in the Fallout series simply called Fallout 76.
Govt escalates rural broadband completion a year ahead of schedule
Thu, 31st May 2018
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New Zealand's rural broadband programmes have been accelerated by a year, with completion now expected by the end of 2021.
Watch Xbox's E3 press conference at Australian and NZ cinemas this June
Wed, 30th May 2018
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Microsoft is giving a chance for gamers to watch Xbox's press conference on the big screen this year if you live in Australia and New Zealand.
Spark launches credit refund scheme for 135,000 former customers
Wed, 30th May 2018
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At least 135,000 former Spark customers may be in line for a credit refund - and people should check their mailboxes or their inboxes.
IoT use cases dominate Techweek’18 Waikato
Wed, 30th May 2018
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Waikato's Techweek'18 hailed a success, showcasing the region's technology talent and expertise. #Techweek #Waikato.
ComCom seeks 3000 volunteers for broadband performance testing
Wed, 30th May 2018
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The Commerce Commission wants to rally 3000 volunteers to help make New Zealand’s broadband better for everyone.
Kiwi adoption of contactless payments driving merchant growth
Wed, 30th May 2018
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
The study shows that for contactless merchants, growth in customer numbers (8.3%) was double that experienced by non-contactless merchants (3.5%).
How to get businesses on board with electric vehicles
Wed, 30th May 2018
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cartech
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meridian energy
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Drive Electric has released new guidance to help businesses transition to electric vehicles, highlighting successful case studies and practical advice.