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Plans to sell Dick Smith customer info sparks concerns
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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Dick Smith receivers have been spoken to by privacy commissions on both sides of the Tasman after concerns over plans to sell customer information.
Review: Heavy Rain on PS4 is still a lot of fun
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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Heavy Rain came out on the PS3 a few years ago and popularised the decision-based genre. Now the excellent game is remastered on PS4 and it's great.
Young Kiwis leading the way online
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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NZ's youth pioneer digital trends, with research showing Gen Y favours online streaming and engages more with digital ads.
Kiwi principals back OCED's proposed education solutions
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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new zealand principals’ federation
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oecd
New Zealand principals support OECD's innovative solutions for education, including early childhood programs and teacher morale.
PlayKids educational app named Best Streaming Video Platform
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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PlayKids wins Best Streaming Video Platform for preschoolers at Kidscreen 2016 Awards, beating other popular apps like Hopster.
NZ's Pasifika community needs education sector now more than ever
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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jobs
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mobility
More focus on education and entrepreneurship is crucial for New Zealand's Pasifika community as work changes, says Labour Future of Work paper.
Educators choose Windows 10 over any other platform
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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microsoft
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windows
Windows dominates global education sector with twice as many devices shipped in 2015 as the closest competitor, according to new report.
Hands-on review: Microsoft Surface Book
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Microsoft’s Surface Book is a sleek, responsive and intuitive, albeit slightly expensive, laptop/tablet hybrid.
Facebook launches video storytelling for SMBs
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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ecommerce
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youtube
Facebook is targeting small and medium businesses with its latest video offering which enables businesses to showcase their work.
Maplesoft rolls out major update to education software
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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document management
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data analytics
Maplesoft releases major update of flagship product, Maple, with new features aimed at educators and researchers.
New app lets Kiwis check their carbon footprint
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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apps
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flick electric
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debunk
We think this is really disruptive for the conscious consumption movement; to be able to say you can do well financially by doing good for the planet.
NZ's fastest growing city encouraged to utilise UFB
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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Mayor Stuart Crosby urges Tauranga residents and businesses to harness Ultra-Fast Broadband to maximise opportunities as the city continues rapid growth.
A victory for privacy and Apple?
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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apple
Amidst the debate and panic around FBI demands that Apple help unlock the iPhone of the San Bernadino shooter, Apple just won a small victory.
UFB demand strong, says Amy Adams
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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broadband
One in five of New Zealand's eligible households, schools and businesses have connected to ultra fast broadband, says government.
Many Xbox One games now coming to Windows 10 PC
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Many former Xbox One exclusive games are now being released for Windows 10 PC. Microsoft wants both console and PC owners to feel happy.
HTC Vive pre-orders begin in New Zealand
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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htc vive
Pre-orders have now started for those in New Zealand that want the HTC Vive headset. The price for the device was also revealed.
Spark to credit customers from Chorus savings
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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uc
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chorus
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commerce commission
Spark to return savings from price increases to customers affected by higher Chorus charges. Options include $33 account credit or a donation.
SPCA Auckland goes digital
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
SPCA and tech firm Fronde partner to streamline pet adoptions with a custom-built app, replacing paper-based system.
Sony Global Education looks to revolutionise education with blockchain tech
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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blockchain
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defi
Sony Global Education develops blockchain technology for open sharing of academic records and aims to revolutionize education evaluation.
Blackboard expands virtual classroom offerings with new partnership
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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it training
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learning
Blackboard has partnered up with Skytap to provide cloud-based, on-demand virtual training labs via Blackboard Learn, the company's flagship LMS.