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Hopster
Best-selling learning app launches in NZ
Thu, 4th Jun 2015
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Best-selling UK TV and learning app, Hopster, launches in New Zealand for 2-6 year olds, with educational games and popular kids shows.
Modern class
National standards have no place in classrooms of today
Thu, 4th Jun 2015
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Denise Torrey, president of the NZPF, says standardised practices in schools are outdated and have no positive impact on children's learning.
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Apple recalls Beats Pill XL over potential fire risk
Thu, 4th Jun 2015
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Apple is recalling Beats Pill XL speakers after discovering that in some cases the battery in the speakers may overhead and pose a fire safety risk.
Tomorrowland
Film review: Tomorrowland
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Tomorrowland is a Hollywood original with parallel universes, kids flying jet packs, and Hugh Laurie on an island. Sounds great right? Wrong.
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Lenovo takes on New Zealand consumer market, Harri at the helm
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Harvey Norman, JB Hi-Fi and Noel Leeming to retail consumer range as world's largest PC manufacturer makes push for NZ consumer market.
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What is Ultra Street Fighter 4 like on PS4?
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Ultra Street Fighter 4 debuts on PS4 – a polished nostalgia trip with 44 characters, but brings déjà vu for veterans.
Savi
Hands-on review: Plantronics Savi Wireless Headset for business
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Plantronics Savi Headset emerges as a multi-tasking marvel for modern businesses, meshing phone, mobile and PC connectivity.
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Microsoft WiFi: coming soon?
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Microsoft is developing a new WiFi service called Microsoft WiFi with the aim of offering hassle-free internet access worldwide.
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Spark takes on smart home security market
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Spark New Zealand has announced it will begin offering smart home security services later this year, and this week has launched 'Morepork'.
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Wearable applications to surge in developers race
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Third-party applications designed to run on wearable devices will surge as developers race to deliver killer apps for consumer and enterprise use.
Sentry lite
Kiwi company develops battery backup for UFB devices
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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New Zealand company Constant Vigil has developed a battery backup device, Sentry Lite, to maintain power for internet and VoIP services during power outages.
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Epson launches trio of EcoTank printers, free ink included
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Epson has launched three new EcoTank printers in New Zealand, each with two years worth of ink straight out of the box.
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ESET uncovers new Linux/Moose malware threat
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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ESET has discovered a new threat from the Linux/Moose malware family that is generating fake activity on social networks.
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Dotcom calls out John Banks in open letter
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Kim Dotcom rebuts John Banks' claims in a forthright open letter, challenging the former MP to a public interview showdown.
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Spark dangles rural wireless broadband carrot
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Spark New Zealand begins trials for new wireless broadband product, promising faster speeds and affordable service for rural customers.
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Samsung releases new curved monitor for gamers and businesses
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Samsung unveils the SE790C, a 34-inch curved monitor blending immersive gaming with business efficiency, certified for eye comfort.
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Apple awards Lexel with education partner status
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Now, as a nominated Apple Education partner, Lexel can offer schools and education institutions education specific Apple products and pricing.
Who is it
Most influential technology executive revealed
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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The executives that ranked the top of the list are actioning change within an organisation and are recognising the need to move forward.
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Rise of the Tomb Raider receives new trailer and box-art
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Crystal Dynamics and Microsoft have released a new trailer for Rise of the Tomb Raider plus the official box-art.
Windows 10
Get in line: Windows 10 launch date announced
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Microsoft has announced when its new operating system will become available as a free upgrade for Windows users.