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Blue Coat sounds alarm on escalating mobile malware
Malware

Blue Coat sounds alarm on escalating mobile malware

Blue Coat Systems has sounded the alarm for individual and organisations to strengthen mobile device defences after seeing an escalation in attacks.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2015
Paving the way for the next generation of learning
EduTech

Paving the way for the next generation of learning

Technology can improve the assessment process, providing continuous data-driven insights that improve learning outcomes says Cognizant.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2015
New partnership boosts international study opportunities
Auckland University

New partnership boosts international study opportunities

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.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2015
Cloud provides savings, modern learning environment for Marlborough Boys'
Public Cloud

Cloud provides savings, modern learning environment for Marlborough Boys'

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.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2015
Microsoft axes unlimited OneDrive, downgrades other options
Microsoft

Microsoft axes unlimited OneDrive, downgrades other options

Microsoft is removing unlimited OneDrive storage for Office 365 consumers and downgrading the free option - with no word yet on OneDrive for Business.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2015
Spark ups music play with Auckland City Limits partnership
Unified Communications

Spark ups music play with Auckland City Limits partnership

Spark is upping its play in the music space, partnering with organisers and promoters for Auckland's newest music festival, Auckland City Limits.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
Kiwi startup Jucebox takes to world stage at Web Summit
Internet of Things

Kiwi startup Jucebox takes to world stage at Web Summit

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.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
Here's why you need to be aware of the internet of things
Internet of Things

Here's why you need to be aware of the internet of things

The rise of the internet of things is bringing an exponential increase in security threats for business and consumers, making IoT awareness crucial.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
PwC offers up Melbourne Cup analytics
Data Analytics

PwC offers up Melbourne Cup analytics

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.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
Assassin's Creed Syndicate is an improvement over Unity
Gaming

Assassin's Creed Syndicate is an improvement over Unity

Assassin's Creed Syndicate is an improvement over Ubisoft's effort last year with Unity. It's a more enjoyable experience.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
Whanganui semi-finalist for global 'intelligent community' award
Unified Communications

Whanganui semi-finalist for global 'intelligent community' award

Whanganui has been named a Smart21 Community putting the city in the running for the global Intelligent Community of the Year award.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
About to appear in court? Book a text message reminder for the day...
Ministry of Justice

About to appear in court? Book a text message reminder for the day...

A new text message reminder service has gone live ensuring those appearing in court have one less excuse for failing to appear.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch
Wearables

Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch

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.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Microsoft ramps up Windows 10 upgrade push
Microsoft

Microsoft ramps up Windows 10 upgrade push

Microsoft is changing its approach to Windows 10 upgrades, with the vendor 're-categorising' Windows 10 as a recommended update from early next year.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
UrbanSherpa climbs into crowdfunding
Crowdfunding

UrbanSherpa climbs into crowdfunding

On-demand delivery start-up UrbanSherpa has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign as it seeks to expand beyond Auckland.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Hands-on Review: Epson Moverio BT-200 AR Glasses
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Epson Moverio BT-200 AR Glasses

Epson (yes that Printer manufacturer) have taken a leap in creating their own version with full Augmented Reality (AR) coverage.

By Greig Strafford • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Driveclub Bikes is a new experience
Gaming

Driveclub Bikes is a new experience

Driveclub Bikes was announced and released in the same week. Does this expansion offer more thrills as the base game involving cars?.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
NZQA harnesses tech to help students through exam prep
New Zealand Qualifications Authority

NZQA harnesses tech to help students through exam prep

With NCEA exams just a week away, the NZQA is harnessing technology – including YouTube – to provide advice on exam study and preparation.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Oct 2015
Hands-on Review: Asus T300 Transformer Book Chi
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Asus T300 Transformer Book Chi

While you could invest in a tablet for consuming media and a separate PC to create it, Asus has a solution that gives you the best of both worlds.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Oct 2015