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Ten new developments in iOS 10
Tue, 14th Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple's latest iOS 10 promises the biggest iOS release ever, boasting enhanced Siri features, redesigned apps, and expanded developer access.
LinkedIn buy out: What are the experts saying?
Tue, 14th Jun 2016
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microsoft
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linkedin
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m&a
Microsoft's colossal purchase of LinkedIn for $26.2 billion has been the talk of the tech world this morning, so what are the experts saying?.
Microsoft buys LinkedIn for a cool $26.2 billion
Tue, 14th Jun 2016
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microsoft
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linkedin
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m&a
Microsoft will acquire business social networking website LinkedIn for $196 per share in an all-cash transaction totalling $26.2 billion.
Siri soon to have a new home: Apple previews major update with macOS Sierra
Tue, 14th Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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siri
Apple's macOS Sierra to host Siri, enhancing desktops with advanced voice-activated assistance, bridging the gap to a sci-fi future.
Adams celebrates RBI completion, acknowledges Chorus
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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uc
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chorus
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rural broadband initiative
The Rural Broadband Initiative build has come to an end, with Chorus' role in the $234 million dollar initiative being praised.
Hitting emails and Facebook: Ray-Ban scam is back
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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facebook
Beware as the Ray-Ban scam strikes back, targeting unsuspecting Brits with fake email offers and Facebook ads.
NorthTec student and Northland Inc bringing commercial 3D printing to life
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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3d printing
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northland
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northtec
Northland businesses will benefit from high-tech, commercial 3D printing thanks to an entrepreneurial NorthTec student and Northland Inc.
The world of wearables: Users want panic buttons and location trackers
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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ericsson
The most desired wearables right now are the Panic/SOS button, smart watch and the location tracker, an Ericsson ConsumerLab report says.
Crowdfunding crucial to Tech Valley growth, researcher says
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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crowdfunding
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hutt city council
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crowdsourcing
A researcher from The Open Polytechnic released a statement saying that NZ's Technology Valley will need to depend on crowdfunding for future growth.
Ministry announces extension of Teacher-Led Innovation Fund
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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edutech
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ministry of education
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dyslexia
The Ministry of Education will extend funding for the Teacher-Led Innovation Fund for another two years, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.
Sky, Vodafone merger 'raises some questions'
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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uc
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sky
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internetnz
InternetNZ us calling for network neutrality following the proposed merger of Sky and Vodafone announced last week.
Building the digital universities of tomorrow - challenges and opportunities
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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edutech
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tertiary education
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universities
Students’ needs and expectations will continue to change as new technologies arise and affect the education sector.
Self-driving cars: Great for safety, but they'll lose the insurance industry $20 billion
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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cartech
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volvo
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autonomy
The new self-driving cars will be good for road safety, but will hurt the vehicle insurance industry, cutting US$20 billion from insurance premiums.
The future of technology in schools
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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edutech
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
The completion of the Schools Network Upgrade Project (SNUP) program is an important milestone for New Zealand schools.
US TV broadcasters now want to help you binge watch your favourite shows
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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digital entertainment
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ovum
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tv on demand
At gatherings last month, US broadcasters were demanding the ability to make all episodes of any new TV series they pick up available on demand.
Vodafone NZ/Sky merger is good news for its competitors
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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uc
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sky
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digital services
This is good news for DTS and any other business focused ISP. Everything coming out of Vodafone and Sky seems to relate to the consumer market.
Mirror’s Edge Catalyst: reboot, prequel or sequel?
Sat, 11th Jun 2016
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dice
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graphics
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mirror's edge catalyst
Battlefield developer, DICE, returns to the Glass City to give us another go at EA Games’ free-running franchise with Mirror’s Edge Catalyst.
Everything you need to know about THAT rape case
Fri, 10th Jun 2016
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facebook
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social media
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twitter
Social media has done it again. Brought to attention a piece of news that has started a wildfire about one of society’s biggest issues: Rape.
The AOC G2770PF: The gamers' secret weapon
Fri, 10th Jun 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
AOC has produced an inexpensive gaming monitor that is packed with a lot (if not all) of the features of its pricier competition.
Engaging digital natives at work critical, says expert
Fri, 10th Jun 2016
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leadership
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reffind
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millennials
Engaging millennials at work is essential to reduce turnover, says REFFIND. Digital natives prioritise different values, impacting retention and productivity.