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Battery charging
'Power over Wi-Fi': Scientists revolutionise the recharging game
Fri, 12th Jun 2015
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A team of researchers are developing a ‘power over Wi-Fi’ system that has the ability to recharge batteries from up to 28 feet (8.5 metres) away.
Western digital product
Hands-on review: Western Digital EX4100
Thu, 11th Jun 2015
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Western Digital's EX4100 NAS offers user-friendly storage and sharing capabilities for homes and small businesses.
Classroom video
Educators, don't get left behind in the digital age
Thu, 11th Jun 2015
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More schools in New Zealand are investing in technology for virtual learning environments and mobile learning.
Smartphoneaddiction
Smartphone addiction a big risk
Thu, 11th Jun 2015
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With BYOD policies making their way into business offices and onto school stationery lists, smartphone addiction is potentially worldwide problem.
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Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition now available in New Zealand
Thu, 11th Jun 2015
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The Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition are on sale for a RRP of NZD$299 from selected Noel Leeming stores, Samsung Kiosks and online.
Whatsapp notification
Windows Phone users: The WhatsApp wait is nearly over
Thu, 11th Jun 2015
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WhatsApp, complete with its new VoIP capabilities, is expected to be available to Windows Phone users soon, according to latest reports.
Schoolzine
Aussie Edtech company expands into NZ to ease newsletter woes
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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Schoolzine enables schools to digitise their communications to parents and the wider school community and increase and monitor engagement.
Texting in class
Mobiles: do they really affect learning?
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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schools
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As mobile devices become a permanent fixture in classrooms, educators are having to compete with a host of electronic stimuli for students’ attention.
Competition winner
Kiwi students set to take on the world, starting with Seattle
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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The three University of Auckland students who designed the app Tether have gained a finalist placing in the Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals.
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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain PS4 console heading to NZ
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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Sony has just revealed the special Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain PS4 console will be released in New Zealand.
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New 1TB Xbox console announced by Microsoft
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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Microsoft ups the game with a 1TB Xbox One bundle, inclusive of Halo and a fresh controller design, hitting NZ shelves on June 24th.
Wireless watch device
Smart wireless devices that are shaking up the market
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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analyst report
Various key technology developments are impacting the smart wireless devices sector. Juniper Research has revealed top five stand-out devices.
Taupo town centre
Taupo towncentre gets free Wi-Fi
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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wifi
Funded by T>Stream, Taupo towncentre will have access to free a WiFi service, in a move to keep residents and tourists in the town for longer.
Apple
From Yosemite to El Capitan, Apple scales new peaks
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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Apple says its next major release of OS X – dubbed El Capitan – focuses on speeding up performance and offering a richer user experience.
Spark
Spark NZ: Working to serve customers of the future
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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Spark has successfully tested high-definition voice and video calling over a 4G mobile network, and says this marks the start of a digital network.
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Apple Watch gets its first update...
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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The first major software update for the Apple Watch, watchOS 2, will be available this September and includes new watch faces, apps, and capabilities.
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Samsung Galaxy J7 leaked by online retailer
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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Ahead of any formal announcements, an online retailer based in Kazakhstan has leaked details about the Samsung Galaxy J7.
Apple music
It’s official: Apple Music is happening
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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Apple unveils Apple Music, its own streaming service, set to rival Spotify and Pandora with a cutting-edge platform for music lovers.
Chromecast lightbox
New additions to Lightbox's device line-up
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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personal computing devices
Lightbox ramps up streaming on Panasonic TVs and Chromecast, marking a smart evolution in Kiwi viewing habits.
Ios 9
iOS 9: coming to an Apple device near you
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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Apple has previewed iOS 9, the latest software for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices, which will be available in September.