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Young ideas
IDEAStarter: Giving budding young Auckland entrepreneurs a chance
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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Entries are now open for the second annual IDEAStarter competition, encouraging young Aucklanders to bring their business ideas to life.
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Interview: Speaking Quantum Break with Thomas Puha
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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quantum computing
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digital entertainment
Netguide had a chance to speak with Remedy Games' PR Thomas Puha about the studio's upcoming new game Quantum Break.
Clinton
Clinton smashes glass ceilings with Spotify playlist
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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digital music
The democratic presidential hopeful's playlist is a mixed bag, with tracks from Beyonce, Florence + The Machine, M.I.A and Madonna.
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Hands-on review: Corsair 600, 400 and Spec-Alpha Cases
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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The latest cases from Corsair are among the best choices for anyone building a middle or high-performance computer.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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digital entertainment
Samsung’s Galaxy S7 Edge is a solid evolution. It takes what is good with the S6 Edge and adds useful upgrades to make it a compelling option.
Lit
NZ ranks high in literacy levels
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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nzei te riu roa
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NZ shines on global stage with top five ranking in world literacy levels, hailing a more nuanced approach to measuring literacy for future societies.
Cloud vault
Does your company have a 'courtesy car' in case of disaster?
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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storage
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dr
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cloud services
All computer hardware fails. Regardless of whether it is because of age or an accident, data loss is almost inevitable. Is there a solution?.
Yay or nay
Will Apple's next iPhone be met with excitement or indifference?
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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wearables
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personal computing devices
Loyal Apple consumers across generations aren't excited about a 4-inch iPhone, which is expected to go on sale later this month, a new survey finds.
Anz
ANZ and WelTec announce top female IT student
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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ANZ Bank has awarded the Top Female Student in ICT prize to Andrea Wolff, a second year IT student at WelTec. #InternationalWomensDay.
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VIDEO: Acer Predator face off - X34 vs Z35
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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digital entertainment
Watch the ultimate Acer Predator showdown, as Computer Lounge scrutinises the X34 and Z35 panels for the best gaming edge.
Recall
Govt launches one stop product recall shop
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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cloud services
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government
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websites
New Zealand Government launches web tool to streamline product recalls, reducing risk and cost. [110 characters].
Womenbin
Where are the women in leadership? New report slams NZ
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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New research reveals that New Zealand is well behind other countries when it comes to the number of women in leadership roles.
Travel
Dedicated travel site for women launched
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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travelher.org
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traveltech
There is so much negativity out there right now, so much fear. Travelher is about focusing on something positive, encouraging women to embrace travel.
Calendar
One million visitors later, Kiwi history website revamped
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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learning
One million history buffs boost Kiwi website into a revamp, making the past a daily delight for global audience.
Lingogoapp
The latest in Kiwi innovation: An interactive language learning app
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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e-learning
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Lingogo, the brainchild of three Kiwi women, is a new digital bookshop app filled with interactive, dual-language stories.
Boys
Gender gap: We have an issue, professor says
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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Massey University professor Sarah Leberman says the lack of women in leadership positions is a vexing and persistent problem.
Online education
From student tests to innovative learning: Top EdTech trends of today
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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digital transformation
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e-learning
EdTech revolutionises classrooms with focus on assessment models, computer science, and data privacy, reveals EdSurge and AT&T study.
Running man
Why Facebook sees sports as the next big opportunity in digital media
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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facebook
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digital marketing
Digital and social media companies such as Facebook are moving further into the world of sports as more viewer attention shifts in that direction.
Surprised
UFB 'game changer' for Kiwi school
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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edutech
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personal computing devices
Hamilton's Southwell School hails UFB as a catalyst for innovative learning, showcasing its tech strides at 'Beyond Broadband' event.
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Microsoft brings Surface Pro 4 Type Cover to New Zealand
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
With a starting price of $299.95, the Type Cover can be pre-ordered from the Microsoft Store. From March 15, it will be available in-store nationwide.