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Interview with Star Wars Sphero BB-8 designer Ian Bernstein
Fri, 2nd Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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star wars
We had a chance to speak with Ian Bernstein (founder of Sphero) and his experience building BB-8 and other robots.
Hands-on review: Dell SonicWall Soho W
Fri, 2nd Sep 2016
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gaming
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Dell SonicWall Soho W emerges as a savvy solution for small businesses seeking robust cyber-defence without complexity or high costs.
The Instagram update we've all been waiting for
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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cloud services
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instagram
Instagram's new pinch-to-zoom feature ends the no-zoom frustration for iOS users, with Android enthusiasts to follow suit soon.
The inevitable rise of robots in facilities management
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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robots
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ai
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facilities management
Technological leaps see robotics begin to streamline and transform facilities management, with AI and sensors leading the charge.
YOU'RE INVITED: uLearn P2P - The 'Making' of our future inventors
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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3d printing
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ulearn
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core education
Technology that was once limited to industry organisations is now becoming affordable for schools, which is causing monumental changes.
Bye bye Yoobee… Hello Oobe as Apple retailer goes 'out of the box'
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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yoobee
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oobe
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it support
The Yoobee retail outlets for Apple devices and accessories are no more, with the retail chain rebranding as Oobe.
Hands-on review: Vodafone Smart Mini 7 - small and packed with features
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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uc
Vodafone's Smart Mini 7 dazzles with features and solid performance for its size—ideal for savvy spenders seeking simplicity.
New partnership looks to expand global VoIP presence
Wed, 31st Aug 2016
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uc
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hyperscale
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dc
Telnyx partners with Equinix to expand VoIP platform to Europe and Asia, improving network performance by over 60%.
Apple comes out fighting against European Union's NZ $20 billion tax ruling
Wed, 31st Aug 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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tax
Apple is confident it will wipe the pie off its face after it was hit by a €13 billion (NZD $20 billion) in retroactive taxes by the European Union.
From the Dark Side turn you must: Alternatives to Windows 10
Wed, 31st Aug 2016
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
Pat Pilcher has just published an article aptly entitled, Windows 10 is horrible. So what are the alternatives? Owen McCarthy investigates..
Microsoft: 10 great ways to rock back-to-school
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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edutech
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Below are some new and favourite technology features we offer educators to help make teaching easier and spark student learning.
150 Years of the Cook Strait Cable
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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under-sea telecommunication
New Zealand marks 150th anniversary of Cook Strait Telegraph Cable, a significant step in creating the nation's telecoms network.
Teacher quality 'single most important influence' on success, study finds
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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edutech
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board of trustees
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warehouse stationery
Teachers are the most important factor in determining the education outcomes of New Zealand children, according to a new survey.
The antidote for traffic chaos in Auckland's CBD
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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dynamo6
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kyc
CBD disruption and the start of the City Rail Link in Auckland could lead to chaos, with remote working suggested as a solution, says Dynamo6.
Hands-on review: The Vodafone Smart Ultra 7 - a cracker for mobile games
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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uc
This 4G-capable phone-bordering-on-phablet has guts. HD screen, decent audio and the smoothness of Android Marshmallow 6.0, it’s worth its price.
Call goes out for help with STEM gaming platform for girls
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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edutech
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it training
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research
The call has gone out for Kiwis and Aussies to help with a community based gaming platform designed to encourage girls to pursue STEM-based careers.
Opinion: Windows 10 is horrible
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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microsoft
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windows
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windows 10
In the past, I’ve been called a Microsoft fan boy, hell I was even one of the MCs when Microsoft launched Vista in NZ.
'Safety selfies' snap their way to workplace improvement
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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healthtech
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selfie
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mobile apps
Health and safety is becoming less of a bore and more interactive, thanks to an app developer who is encouraging workplaces to use selfies.
Meet Kaby Lake: Intel uncovers its new 7th generation CPUs
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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intel
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cpu
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10-core cpu
Still salivating, we've now got the good oil on the rest of Intel's new 7th-generation CPU range, codenamed Kaby Lake.
Final Fantasy XV live at Abbey Road Studios
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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final fantasy
On 8th September the world famous Abbey Road Studios will play host to a special one-off concert featuring music from Final Fantasy XV.