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Android App Review: Color Pal
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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digital entertainment
Color Pal app entices artists with unique palettes but falls short with its lack of custom options, leaving creatives wanting more.
IRD's Netguide Award shows government committed to make tax simple
Mon, 8th Dec 2014
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government
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netguide web awards
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New Zealand’s tax system is up there with the best, but it will need to evolve and adapt to meet the needs of the 21st century and an increasingly glo.
Kiwi startup company takes the hassle out of headhunting
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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recruitment
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snaff!e
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startups
NZ's Snaffle revolutionises job matching, pairing employers with ideal candidates, slashing recruitment stress and time, say creators.
New Zealand teachers selected as Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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15 New Zealand teachers elevate education by joining Microsoft's elite MIE Expert Program, leveraging cutting-edge tech to inspire learning.
ESET and Facebook team up to bolster security
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
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facebook
ESET has joined Facebook's anti-malware initiative to provide all Facebook users with the ESET Online Scanner for free.
PlayStation 4 is fastest selling console in a decade in NZ
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand is proud to announce today that the PS4 is the fastest selling video game console in New Zealand over the last 10 years.
Microsoft Student Accelerator programme launches Kiwi students into IT industry
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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software development
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microsoft
The 2015 Microsoft Student Accelerator (MSA) summer work programme is underway with 94 New Zealand university students earning placements.
Google VS Europe case misguided and politically motivated
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
IMD professor claims the EU's antitrust case against Google is more political posturing than fair regulation, criticising moves to dismantle the tech giant.
Zendesk takes customer service to apps and websites with Embeddables
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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crm
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software development
Zendesk Embeddables, released today, is a suite of features in order to increase customer support and engagement on mobile and web platforms.
Special 20th Anniversary PS4 console announced
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony Computer Entertainment has announced today a special new model for the PS4 console that celebrates the PlayStation brand's 20th anniversary.
IT not just about maths and programming
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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careers expos
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institute of it professionals
Addressing NZ's IT skills shortage, the Institute of IT Professionals joins Careers Expos to debunk myths and spotlight diverse career paths.
Bupa, Vigil Monitoring and Spark Ventures seek health solutions for NZ
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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spark
Bupa has teamed up with mobile health start-up Vigil Monitoring and Spark Ventures to find solutions to age care and health care issues.
Spotify reveals most streamed music of 2014
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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digital entertainment
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video
Spotify's Year in Music reveals Ed Sheeran as the most streamed artist of 2014, with over 860 million listens worldwide.
Kiwi managers must integrate IT into their management plans
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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amba
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mba
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victoria business school
Kiwi managers urged to blend IT seamlessly into strategy plans, meeting today's business needs for a competitive edge, says AMBA CEO.
Fitbit expands Tory Burch collection with exclusive designs
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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fitbit
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fitness tracker
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accessories
This accessories collection makes Flex the only activity tracker on the market to bring high-end fashion to everyday fitness.
The biggest malware threats of 2014 and top 2015 predictions
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
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predictions
In 2014, security threats involved high-level security breaches, large-scale vulnerabilities and privacy debates, according to Bitdefender.
Spark wins big, pulls trifecta at NetGuide Web Awards
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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netguide web awards
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techday
Spark reigns at NetGuide Web Awards, winning Best ISP, Mobile Network and Online Fundraising with Givealittle.
National government hindering progress in television captioning, says Green Party
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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digital entertainment
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tv
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green party
Green Party calls for mandatory captioning of television in New Zealand, saying government isn't doing enough for disabled people.
Wellington needs to be better at attracting tech students
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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absolute it
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bso
Wellington City Council and Absolute IT discuss attracting and retaining IT talent in Wellington and building the tech sector.
Online higher education courses provide wider access, higher quality and lower costs
Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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edutech
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e-learning
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higher education
Technology is vital in providing accessible education to students around the world, said Sir John Daniel at an event in Wellington.