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Hands-on review: Neo Smartpen N2
Thu, 5th Nov 2015
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The Neo Smartpen N2 proudly claims to bridge the gap between paper and digital. Artists, writers, scribblers will find this a welcome addition.
Drone
Kiwi startups gear up for NZ Day of Hardware Innovation
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Months of late nights, intensive mentoring and product testing comes to a head in Lower Hutt soon, as startups pitch their offerings to investors.
Mobile malware
Blue Coat sounds alarm on escalating mobile malware
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Blue Coat Systems has sounded the alarm for individual and organisations to strengthen mobile device defences after seeing an escalation in attacks.
Education
Paving the way for the next generation of learning
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Technology can improve the assessment process, providing continuous data-driven insights that improve learning outcomes says Cognizant.
Graduation
New partnership boosts international study opportunities
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Auckland University has signed up to a US study abroad movement, in an effort to have 25% of students graduate with overseas experience by 2020.
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Cloud provides savings, modern learning environment for Marlborough Boys'
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Marlborough Boys' College has netted savings of up to $100,000 in its first year after moving to the cloud and gained a modern learning environment.
Onedrive
Microsoft axes unlimited OneDrive, downgrades other options
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Microsoft is removing unlimited OneDrive storage for Office 365 consumers and downgrading the free option - with no word yet on OneDrive for Business.
Music festival
Spark ups music play with Auckland City Limits partnership
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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Spark is upping its play in the music space, partnering with organisers and promoters for Auckland’s newest music festival, Auckland City Limits.
Spotlight
Kiwi startup Jucebox takes to world stage at Web Summit
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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Kiwi tech start-up Jucebox has scored a major coup, being selected for the Alpha Program at influential tech event, Web Summit, in Dublin this week.
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Here's why you need to be aware of the internet of things
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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The rise of the internet of things is bringing an exponential increase in security threats for business and consumers, making IoT awareness crucial.
Horse race
PwC offers up Melbourne Cup analytics
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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data analytics
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planning
Feel the need for some horsing around today? Want some techie tips for the Melbourne Cup, or perhaps to know your ‘horsey name’? PwC has the answers.
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Assassin's Creed Syndicate is an improvement over Unity
Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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Assassin's Creed Syndicate is an improvement over Ubisoft's effort last year with Unity. It's a more enjoyable experience.
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Whanganui semi-finalist for global 'intelligent community' award
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Whanganui has been named a Smart21 Community putting the city in the running for the global Intelligent Community of the Year award.
Court
About to appear in court? Book a text message reminder for the day...
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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A new text message reminder service has gone live ensuring those appearing in court have one less excuse for failing to appear.
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Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Huawei has debuted its Huawei Watch in New Zealand, with retailers Harvey Norman, Noel Leeming and JB Hi-Fi among the retailers carrying the device.
Win10 cat
Microsoft ramps up Windows 10 upgrade push
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Microsoft is changing its approach to Windows 10 upgrades, with the vendor ‘re-categorising’ Windows 10 as a recommended update from early next year.
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UrbanSherpa climbs into crowdfunding
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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On-demand delivery start-up UrbanSherpa has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign as it seeks to expand beyond Auckland.
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Hands-on review: Epson Moverio BT-200 AR Glasses
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Epson (yes that Printer manufacturer) have taken a leap in creating their own version with full Augmented Reality (AR) coverage.
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Driveclub Bikes is a new experience
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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driveclub bikes
Driveclub Bikes was announced and released in the same week. Does this expansion offer more thrills as the base game involving cars?.
Study calm
NZQA harnesses tech to help students through exam prep
Fri, 30th Oct 2015
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With NCEA exams just a week away, the NZQA is harnessing technology – including YouTube – to provide advice on exam study and preparation.