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Smartphones are becoming key controllers of our lives
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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We can unlock our homes, disable our security system & turn the lights on using our smartphones. Useful, but it also gives rise to security concerns.
Spark and 2degrees respond to Gisborne power outage
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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Amid Gisborne's power woes, Spark acts to sustain services; 2degrees shifts to 3G. Locals brace for intermittent mobile access.
New international collaboration with University of Auckland to lead robotics development
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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The University of Auckland partners with the University of Stuttgart for a robotics collaboration to benefit digital engineering and human-machine interface.
MyRepublic's Halloween promo narrowly escapes death by complaint
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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MyRepublic has been let off by the Advertising Standards Authority, after a complaint about a promo that was 'in very poor taste'.
Instagram loves New Zealand: Our most Instragrammed spots in 2016
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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The top 10 most Instagrammed spots in New Zealand have been revealed, showcasing the country's stunning landscapes and photography skills.
Autonomous vehicle tech could stop crashes on NZ roads
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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New technology in autonomous vehicles cuts rear-end car crashes by 43%, says Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
NZ leading in digital govt, set to host digital leaders summit
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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New Zealand to host international digital leaders summit in 2018 and becomes chair of D5 group of nations. #DigitalTransformation.
Malicious exploit kit targeting Internet Explorer users, on global scale
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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banking
ESET uncovers 'Stegano', a devious exploit kit victimising Internet Explorer users globally through high-traffic site ads.
Hands-on review: Gaming on HP's new 4K Omen laptop
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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HP's new 4K Omen laptop dazzles with its gaming prowess, outshining Alienware at a more palatable price point.
Samsung, Weta and Te Papa launch interactive high-tech Bug Lab exhibition
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Te Papa in New Zealand is opening a high-tech exhibition called Bug Lab, which showcases the science and beauty of insects in a visually stunning way.
NZ's UFB build on track - Waiheke now complete
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Waiheke Island has completed its Ultra-Fast Broadband build, with 5600 homes and businesses benefiting from NZD$9.6 million in investments.
Hands-on review: QNAP TS-451+ four bay NAS Drive
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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With the explosion of documents, images, movies and music that we now store, NAS drives are the perfect way to not clog up your computer.
Microsoft wraps up LinkedIn deal – What now?
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Microsoft has completed its $26.2 billion acquisition of LinkedIn, aiming to unite the professional cloud with the professional network.
Spark is in but Alcatel is out: NZ's top five smartphone vendors reshuffled
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Spark has edged out Alcatel from the top five vendors in the New Zealand smartphone market, according IDC's latest smartphone shipment stats.
Christmas Giveaway Time! Win tickets to Office Christmas Party
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Get your festive laughs with Office Christmas Party! Win tickets to see a stellar cast's comedic chaos – enter our giveaway now!.
Review: Ubisoft brings us action snow sports with Steep
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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It's been years since we have seen a AAA snowboarding action game. Ubisoft now has us covered by releasing the ambitious Steep.
Film review: Office Christmas Party
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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'Office Christmas Party' mingles chaos with cheer in a bawdy festive blowout that'll likely leave your sides splitting as much as your head the next day.
Sony PS4 console is on top with 50 million unit sales worldwide
Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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Sony has announced today that over 50 million units of the PS4 console have been sold worldwide since its launch three years ago.
Adobe's role in the fascinating evolution of fonts
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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Adobe is shaping the future of typography, transitioning from selling CD font libraries to offering a 'Netflix for fonts' with its TypeKit service.
Govt's new online tool to help Kiwi girls & women into STEM careers
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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The Ministry of Women launches STEM Directory, an online tool to boost female engagement in science, technology, engineering, and maths careers in New Zealand.