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Review: Save the DBZ timeline with Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is the sequel to the popular Xenoverse. It expands on the original game adding tons of new characters and scenarios.
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Hands-on review: Dino the Cognisaurus - this is the reptile you’re looking for
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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Dino the Cognisaurus utilises IBM Watson AI to create an interactive, engaging toy experience for kids, balancing fun and education for GBP £199.
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Adobe Creative Cloud applications receive major updates
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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Adobe Creative Cloud rolls out major updates, enhancing collaboration and offering new features like a Photoshop universal search bar.
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Internet of Things or Internet of Trouble?
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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The recent cyber-attack in the US has raised concerns about the potential threat to New Zealand from the Internet of Things.
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InternetNZ praises Spark's one week fibre installation plans
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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InternetNZ hails Spark and Ultrafast Fibre partnership to speed up ultrafast broadband installation in New Zealand homes.
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Watch Dogs 2 Season Pass info announced by Ubisoft
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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Ubisoft unveils Watch Dogs 2 Season Pass perks, with early PS4 access and new missions set to enhance the hacker universe.
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New Zealand and Australia VS cyber security
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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New Zealand and Australia join forces to strengthen cyber security initiatives and tackle cyber threats in the region.
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ComCom proposes continuation of number portability
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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It enhances competition in the market as it removes a disincentive for consumers to leave their current provider if they see a better deal elsewhere.
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Rumours fly as Huawei about to launch new flagship hardware
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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Huawei fans are in for a treat as rumours suggest the Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro with advanced specs will be unveiled tonight in Munich amidst growing anticipation.
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Kiwi born fitness app hits the big time overseas, but not at home
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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Kiwi fitness app, My Virtual Mission, has gained 30k users in the UK and US, but has been slow to take off in its home market of New Zealand.
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Instagram to roll out online shopping platform
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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On a platform known for its power of mobile discovery, we’re excited to announce an easier experience to shop the products you love on Instagram.
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Privacy concerns spark contact address masking for .nz domain owners
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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domain name commission
New Zealand domain name owners can now use a free address masking option that can mask contract addresses and make them invisible from WHOIS.
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Making Kiwi beaches safer - Surf Life Saving NZ & Emsisoft team up
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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New Zealand's Surf Life Saving teams up with software company Emsisoft to map rip currents and improve search efforts.
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10 gadgets every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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In the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, these 10 essential gadgets empower white hat hackers to uncover vulnerabilities and enhance defences.
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Vic Uni spin-out gets $450k from big NZ innovation investor
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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physical security
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EdPotential will deliver software-as-a-service products based on advanced algorithms and data analysis capability through cloud services.
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Social media superstar: How one Kiwi teen has taken online entrepreneurship to soaring heights
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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online marketing
Age is no barrier for young entrepreneur Rachel Ji, who has used social media to launch her own successful business.
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Facebook clamps down on bullying with updated Safety Centre
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Facebook launches updated Safety Centre to improve user experience on the platform and provide resources on privacy controls and bullying prevention.
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Vector's new EV charging app wants to ease 'range anxiety' for Kiwi drivers
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Vector is making efforts to put 'range anxiety' to rest for electric vehicle (EV) drivers across the country, with the launch of its EV charging app.
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Airbnb enforces nondiscrimination commitment
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Airbnb is enforcing a new agreement to combat racism, with users not accepting the new standards no longer able to host or book on the site.
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Commerce Commission 'not convinced' Sky-Vodafone merger is all it claims to be
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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The next blow for Vodafone and Sky's proposed merger has been built, with the Commerce Commission today announcing that it's not convinced the merger.