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Lifting the veil on NZ's cyberbullying bill
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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The Harmful Digital Communications Bill introduces a range of measures to address damaging online communications.

Scammers target WhatsApp's new VoIP function
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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email security
With many WhatsApp users looking to get the new VoIP feature, it is likely many will fall for the scam as WhatsApp slowly releases the functionality.

ANZ to release mobile wallet for Android
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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ANZ Bank to launch mobile wallet for Android users, no word on iPhone compatibility. Wallet to be integrated into ANZ goMoney app.

Widespread malware threat on Android devices
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Half of Android users at risk as a new malware threat lets attackers swap safe apps for malicious ones, claims Palo Alto Networks.

Facebook proves a winner during Cyclone Pam
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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civil defence
Cyclone Pam sees Bay of Plenty Civil Defence's Facebook 'likes' surge by 196%, reaching 93,845 people during the crisis.

Lightbox drops price on Netflix launch, 2degrees may need online TV too
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Spark's online television service Lightbox has responded to tomorrow's arrival of newcomer Netflix by dropping its monthly pricing.

Samsung gets tough with new tablet
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Samsung enters New Zealand tablet market with launch of the Galaxy Tab Active, designed for tough environments.

500,000+ students & teachers using N4L's Managed Network
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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managed network
Over 500,000 Kiwi students and educators now harness N4L's Managed Network, boosting digital learning nationwide.

Facebook releases elearning tools to help out businesses
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Facebook has launched two new resources for marketers and small businesses to help them grow on the platform. The resources are called Blueprint and Learn How.

Microsoft's Week of Code campaign launches in NZ
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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Microsoft and the High Tech Youth Network’s ‘Week of Code’ campaign has officially kicked off in the Asia-Pacific region.

Cyberbullying bill back up for debate
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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parliament
The ‘controversial’ cyberbullying bill has been placed up the Order Paper for debate today, according to a statement from Parliament Today.

Netflix goes live in NZ, Xbox jumps on the bandwagon
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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Netflix has officially launched in New Zealand today, accompanied by a number of free trial offerings to lure viewers into subscribing to the service.

Batman: Arkham Knight suffers small delay
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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Caped Crusader's crusade hits a brief snag as Batman: Arkham Knight is nudged to a 23rd June release, aiming to vanquish launch-day glitches.

Apple drops the ball with MacBook Pro anti-reflective display
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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personal computing devices
An increasing number of people are speaking up about how the anti-reflective coating on their MacBook pro is scratching or wearing off.

Android App Review: WoodenMan - Drawing Mannequin
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Dive into the digital realm with 'WoodenMan', an app turning the classic artists' mannequin into a pocketable virtual muse.

Rumours of Apple’s TV service gains momentum
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Apple is reportedly in talks with programmers including CBS, 21st Century Fox and Walt Disney to launch a subscription-based streaming TV service this.

Review: The Book of Life
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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The Book of Life animates a vibrant Mexico, contrasting stereotypes with a magical tale of love, music, and spirited competition.

The Final Fantasy XV demo is stunning
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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If you bought Final Fantasy Type-0 HD last week, you may have had a chance to play the Final Fantasy XV demo already.

Done deal: 2degrees confirms Snap acquisition
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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2degrees boosts telco prowess by snapping up Snap, vows to deliver a unified fixed-mobile service across New Zealand.

New Zealanders part of global opposition to USA big brother mass surveillance
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Amnesty International says people want Google, Microsoft and Yahoo to secure their communications to prevent government access.