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Do you really hate Facebook? Or is it just because you're supposed to?
Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Critiquing yet addicted, the masses declare disdain for Facebook, but its embedded role in daily life proves otherwise.
Does Alien: Isolation finally get it right?
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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After the letdown of 'Aliens: Colonial Marines', 'Alien: Isolation' makes a terrifying and visually stunning return to form.
Intermediate’s new block embraces technology
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Northcross Intermediate School in Auckland has opened a $4 million technology block to support modern teaching styles.
Time for smart wearable protection as Bitdefender unveils 'iron-clad' security offering
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Bitdefender launches new mobile security and antivirus software, incorporating smart watches for added protection.
Shazam joins exclusive 100 million club...
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Shazam reaches milestone with more than 100 million monthly active users, putting it in league with Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Spark momentum gathers pace as Kiwis warm to strategic change
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Spark New Zealand's strategic focus on customers bolsters momentum, promising net earnings growth with a surge in mobile and IT services.
Digital Nationz announces first batch of playable games
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Digital Nationz has just announced the first batch of playable games you will be able to get hands-on time with at the event.
IBM heads up innovative partnership to boost local digital economy
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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IBM, Unitec, and Concentrix partnership exceeds jobs target, strengthening Auckland's digital economy and career opportunities for tech students.
'I bleed Microsoft'... Ballmer bows out of Redmond
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has stepped down from the company's board, citing a busy post-retirement schedule.
Premier League struggles to clamp down on illegal online highlights
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Premier League faces uphill battle to curb illegal online goal sharing, too vast for current copyright laws, experts predict.
Closing the gender gap in the NZ tech space...
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Efforts are being made in New Zealand to encourage women into IT, with Microsoft donating $1 million to provide pathways for young Kiwis.
Phablets are so yesterday...
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Tablets with voice calling outshine phablets in Asia, capturing over 25% market share as consumers seek all-in-one devices.
Autodesk helps Kiwi students prepare for workforce
Wed, 20th Aug 2014
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New Zealand and Australian schools gain access to Autodesk's 3D design software to prepare students for careers in STEAM fields.
Kiwi demand for TV shopping on the rise...
Wed, 20th Aug 2014
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New Zealand consumer demand for TV shopping is on the rise with one shopping channel reporting increases of more than 1,000 new customers per month.
Vodafone gives Aussies heading to NZ a 4G boost...
Wed, 20th Aug 2014
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Over 2.5 million Vodafone Australia postpaid customers can now benefit from 4G data speeds when roaming in New Zealand.
Hands on... Alienware 17 is a beast of a gaming laptop
Wed, 20th Aug 2014
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The Alienware 17 gaming laptop, a dream for hardcore gamers, marries immense power with a luxe design, ensuring top-notch gaming without spec checks.
Samsung seals Olympic deal with golden handshake
Tue, 19th Aug 2014
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Samsung extends partnership with IOC through 2020 Olympics, sponsoring in wireless communications and computing category.
Samsung NZ launches world’s largest curved UHD TV… Will Kiwis tune in?
Tue, 19th Aug 2014
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Samsung NZ unveils the world's biggest curved UHD TV. At 78 inches, with exclusive apps and a $15,999 tag, will Kiwis be swayed?.
“Quiet revolution” underway as cloud-based firm ‘presents’ itself to NZ…
Tue, 19th Aug 2014
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Prezi ignites a 'quiet revolution' in NZ, launching its innovative cloud-based platform with over a million users, redefining presentations.
“Why can’t women just leave tech alone”… NZ debate continues
Tue, 19th Aug 2014
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The gender gap in IT jobs persists, but efforts are being made to close it and encourage women into the industry.