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The biggest social media security threats of 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Bitdefender, security software solutions provider, has released its social media security threat predictions for 2015.
Debt
Tackling debt key for 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Xero NZ's Victoria Crone advises small business owners to master their debt in 2015 for growth and stability, offering practical guidance.
Online education
One in three Kiwi parents buying tech for the classroom
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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A Warehouse Stationery survey has found technology is playing a growing role in children’s education in New Zealand.
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MTV's new fantasy show to be filmed in Auckland
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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MTV to bring Terry Brooks' 'Shannara' series to life, filming in Auckland with local talent, boosting economy and showcasing NZ's scenic beauty.
Class tablet
Are iPads essential for learning in New Zealand classrooms?
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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In New Zealand, a $129,975 study led by Dr. Greg Falloon explores iPads' role in enhancing student problem-solving and thinking in classrooms.
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Apple shouts out to developers with new records in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Apple kicks off 2015 with record App Store sales, earning developers over $25 billion to date and marking a historic New Year's Day.
Email
Are New Zealand work emails too relaxed?
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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New research suggests cultural differences in how people assert power and maintain rapport through workplace emails.
Liam
No one gets taken in Taken 3
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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Liam Neeson returns in Taken 3, dodging accusations and battling foes to protect his family, amidst action-packed yet implausible sequences.
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Are Vodafone and Spark using ComCom copper prices as an excuse to charge more?
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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New Zealand ISPs face backlash after raising broadband prices amid uncertainty over wholesale price of copper, says InternetNZ.
Ces 2015
Intel, Ford and innovation at International CES 2015
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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At the International CES event, a number of companies announced their plans for 2015, Ford and Intel among them.
Fallback
PS4 Sells 18.5 Million Units Worldwide
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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Sony Computer Entertainment has announced that worldwide sales of the PS4 have now topped over 18.5 million units.
Television screens
Quantum Dots are Coming, Here’s Why You Should Care
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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Quantum dots are transforming TV visuals with eye-popping colours and sharpness, promising an affordable leap in display technology.
Ua
Under Armour joins digital fitness club with UA Record
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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Under Armour has jumped on the digital health bandwagon with the release of the UA Record, the latest addition to the digital health and fitness network.
Virus alert
Macro-based malware is back, says Microsoft
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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cybersecurity
The Microsoft Malware Protection Centre (MMPC) has released a blog post to inform people macro-based malware is being used more frequently.
Edtech
What to expect in education tech in 2015
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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Tech in education to soar, with a market set to hit $19bn by 2018, revolutionizing teaching methods and enhancing learning through apps.
Playstore
WhatsApp hits 700 million users
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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WhatsApp now has 700 million monthly active users and those users are sending 30 billion messages per day, according to Jan Koum, WhatsApp CEO.
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Smartphone fakes fail at the border
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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NZ Customs thwarted over 400 attempts to smuggle counterfeit electronics in 2014, underscoring a surge in fake goods' trade.
Sony
Sony unveils new wearables and announces new partnerships at CES 2015
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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wearables
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Sony has introduced new products, partners and experiences to its evolving SmartWear range at the CES 2015 conference.
Coins falling
Get ready to pay more for broadband in 2015
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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New Zealand telecommunications providers Spark and Vodafone have announced they will increase their prices in 2015.
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TechDay's vision for 2015
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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We explain our vision for the future of technology publishing and how we want to be the most agile technology publishing in APAC.