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Hands-on Review: Meizu M3 Note - bang for buck value

Not so long ago budget smartphones translated into dinky specs in Tupperware chassis with lousy battery life and pokey processors. A lot has changed.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

EduTech

How to become a Microsoft Innovative Educator

The Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert programme is an exclusive program created to recognise global educator visionaries.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

Unified Communications

More than 300,000 to benefit as first phase of RBI completed

Over 300k homes and businesses in New Zealand benefit from improved broadband, thanks to Government initiative.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

Slingshot

Slingshot launches anti-porn control switch

New Zealand ISP Slingshot rolls out a potent parental control tool, addressing Kiwi parents' concerns over kids' exposure to online smut.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

EduTech

Victoria University & LINQ accelerate ICT grad students' learning

Victoria University partners with LINQ to provide students with a software platform that teaches advanced business skills in the global, digital environment.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

Gaming

Hands-on Review: ACER Aspire S13 - slim, sexy and powerful

The Aspire S13 is easily one of the most user-friendly devices I've trialled, with a powerful processor, the wonderful ergonomics and a sexy feel.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

Microsoft

It takes a tech sector to raise a digital child

Government needs to partner with the tech sector to embed digital education in New Zealand schools, says Microsoft NZ's Evan Blackman.

By Evan Blackman • 6 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

Malware

Online buyers beware: Rio Olympics 'ideal' for cybercrims

Cyber alert for Rio Olympics-goers: ESET flags scams targeting eager fans buying tickets online. Ensure device security, experts advise.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

EduTech

Caltex 'Fuel Your School' to raise $100,000 for STEM projects

The Caltex 'Fuel Your School' initiative is back for 2016, giving NZ schools the chance to secure their share in $100,000 funding for STEM projects.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016

Parliament

Closed captioning of NZ Parliament set to go live

New Zealanders will have better access to Parliament with the introduction of live closed captioning on multiple platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016

Digital Entertainment

Never miss a beat with Spotify's latest update

Spotify launches Release Radar, a new playlist featuring the latest releases from favourite artists, updated every Friday.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016

Cybersecurity

Afraid someone is misusing your webcam? Here's some tips for protection

If you want to know which programs are using your webcam, or if you believe it is running despite the indicator light being off, here is a guide.

By Ondrej Kubovič • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016

Unified Communications

Results are in: Quarterly UFB figures show Kiwis remain 'enthusiastic'

Ultra Fast Broadband is in high demand in New Zealand, with over 2.4 million people now able to connect, according to Communications Minister Amy Adams.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016