Latest news - Page 566
Cyclone: Causing an IT storm in NZ schools
Mon, 8th Sep 2014
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Cyclone revolutionises NZ schools' IT approach, ensuring tech aligns with educational goals, reshaping e-learning nationwide.
Childchat app assists with early education
Mon, 8th Sep 2014
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university of canterbury
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early education
New Childchat app aims to increase understanding of speech and language development in children. #ChildchatApp #SpeechDevelopment.
Kiwi SMEs... Which political party do you trust with NZ's future?
Mon, 8th Sep 2014
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New Zealand SMEs still want policies to reduce their compliance burden, according to the latest MYOB Business Monitor survey.
ESET offers tips to phish out fakes on back of YouTube scam
Sat, 6th Sep 2014
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malware
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phishing
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email security
ESET advises heightened vigilance as phishing scams mimic YouTube alerts, urging users to verify email legitimacy to avoid falling victim to fraud.
National ramps up broadband initiative... targets 200,000 Kiwis
Sat, 6th Sep 2014
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broadband
National to expand Ultra-Fast Broadband to 80% of Kiwis, extending access to 200,000 more homes, with a funding boost from the Future Investment Fund.
Facebook gets creative at Auckland’s AdSchool...
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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facebook
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media design school
Auckland's Media Design School hosts exclusive Facebook workshop for AdSchool students, focusing on creative campaigns.
Future looks bright with new learning platform
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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victoria university
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desire2learn
Victoria University in Australia has chosen Desire2Learn's Brightspace integrated learning platform to support its 40,000 students.
Rangiora, Kaiapo now 'enabled'... joins fibre network
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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fibre
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enable networks
Rangiora and Kaiapoi are the latest towns to join the Enable fibre network, with the fibre broadband network operator expecting high uptake from both.
New Expedia app changes travel game...
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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personal computing devices
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apps
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expedia
Expedia revolutionises travel planning with a new app for tablets, offering a seamless interface for booking flights and hotels simultaneously.
Labour slams broadband plans... 'misses the mark by a country mile'
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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broadband
Labour's ICT spokesperson criticizes National's broadband announcement, saying it is a cynical attempt to win votes.
Samsung goes for curves - and virtual reality
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Samsung takes to the IFA technology showcase in Berlin to introduce its new Note 4, curved screen Note Edge and a virtual reality offering .
“Outraged” Apple passes celebrity hacking book… defends iCloud security
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Apple has shunned responsibility for the recent celebrity iCloud hackings, claiming its operating systems were not at fault for breach.
Will Apple's market arrival kickstart a future fuelled by phablets?
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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pc hardware
Apple's entrance to the phablet market could redefine mobile computing as bigger screens become the norm, overshadowing portable PCs and tablets.
Local work experience grows tech ambitions...
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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software development
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summer of tech
Initiative by Grow Wellington and Summer of Tech bridges gap for students eager to dive into the local tech scene, including bionics and robotics.
Minecraft on Xbox One releasing this week
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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gaming
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microsoft
Minecraft fans rejoice: Xbox One Edition launching this Friday, offering vast worlds and upgrade discounts for Xbox 360 owners.
iOS App Review: Circle the Dot
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Circle the Dot iOS game review: Fantastically simple yet maddeningly tough, this free app will have you encircling dots for hours.
DVD review: Fault in Our Stars
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
The Fault in Our Stars film was predictable, but I found myself hoping it wouldn't end as expected. Chemistry between the leads was excellent.
Spark warns Kiwis of fraudulent phone calls...
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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spark
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banking
Spark NZ Warns Customers of Fraudsters Posing as Telco; Urges Vigilance. Fake calls request online login info & remote access. Bank contact advised.
Madden NFL 15 scores a touchdown on PS4...
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Madden NFL 15 dazzles on PS4, offering a polished, feature-rich American football experience with stunning graphics.
Review: D-Link DCH-M225 Wi-Fi Audio Extender
Wed, 3rd Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
D-Link's DCH-M225 Wi-Fi Audio Extender rejuvenates analogue gear for the streaming era, despite some connectivity quirks.