Latest news - Page 477
New Zealand's already winning the RWC... at least on social media
Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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social media
New Zealand leads the globe in Rugby World Cup social media buzz, outpacing rivals in excitement and engagement according to Adobe Digital Index.
Vector to enable more schools to connect to Govt's managed network
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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vector
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n4l
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managed network
The Government has entered into a new agreement with Vector to enable more schools to access the N4L Managed Network, it was announced today.
Postgrad digital learning course offered to tertiary educators
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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unitec
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the mind lab
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partners
The Mind Lab by Unitec is offering its Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Practice (Digital & Collaborative Learning) to Auckland tertiary educators.
Hands-on review: Trend Micro Maximum Security 10
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Review: New antivirus software impresses with easy installation and interactive interface. No major flaws found. Simple to use.
No online voting 'major blow' to disabled Kiwis
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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blind citizens nz
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online voting
Disability rights group warns that rejecting online voting trial would be detrimental to blind and disabled citizens.
Cereal virtual reality?
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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smartphones
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ar, vr & metaverse
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apps
Kellogg's is bringing back a cool cereal box prize that gives smartphone owners their very own taste of virtual reality.
HP Rural Schools Competition winners revealed
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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edutech
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hp
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rural schools
As the winner of the national technology competition, the Northland school will receive $10,000 worth of HP technology.
Kiwi company launches I Want Work website
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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recruitment
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i want work
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candidates
A new Kiwi-based job search website has been launched as a tool for job hunters to post ads, providing a place for employers to find new staff.
Tertiary providers required to publish graduate employment outcomes
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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edutech
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tertiary education
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statistics nz
All universities, wānanga and polytechnics will be required to publish information about the employment status and earnings of graduates as of 2017.
NZ's Tairua School, making modern classrooms a reality
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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edutech
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ministry of education
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virtual classroom
Tairua School in the Coromandel is replacing desks with e-hubs as part of a pilot program to modernize education.
Scammers pose as Microsoft, target New Zealanders
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
There has been a significant increase in reports of scammers trying to defraud people by claiming to be calling from Microsoft.
Vodafone confirms dates for iPhone 6s and 6s Plus availability
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
Vodafone confirms iPhone 6s and 6s Plus will be available from Friday, September 25 starting at $0 on a 24-month term.
Massey University students in South Pacific coding finals
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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ibm
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massey university
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bso
The three students will compete in the South Pacific regionals of the Association of Computing Machinery International Collegiate Programming Contest.
The answer to next year's curriculum in one equation
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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edutech
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fintech
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financial systems
MYOB Education offers the smartest solutions for you and your students, providing access to the latest software.
Ovum: New Apple lineup just 'me too' rather than innovative
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ovum
Apple's latest launch has ensured the company's success for another year, but Apple's competitive edge is 'dangerously fading away' says analyst.
Northland Regional Council upgrades website for cool $35,000
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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cloud services
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government
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websites
The Northland Regional Council has launched a refreshed version of its website, costing $35,000, to make it easier to access information and services.
BREAKING: NZ's BE Intent takes out global Talent Unleashed award
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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talent unleashed
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be intent
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talent
Kiwi company BE Intent has claimed top honours at the global Talent Unleashed Awards, winning Best Digital Business (SME) category.
Pacific Islands to access more NZ TV and Sport, for free
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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digital entertainment
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tv
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tvnz
The Government has launched a new broadcasting initiative that will see several Pacific Islands have access to more NZ TV content and sports coverage.
Prize Draw: WIN UNTIL DAWN
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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sony
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netguide
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until dawn
Until Dawn is a scary game that must experienced. Now, NetGuide and Sony are giving you the chance to experience Until Dawn with a prize draw.
Kiwis are still texting and driving, five years on
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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smartphones
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texting
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police
The NZ Police is concerned at a rising number of people being caught while distracted by their phone, despite legislation being in place since 2009.