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First look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S...
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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samsung
At a packed media event in Auckland last week, Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab S, their latest competitor in the tablet market.
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Telecom NZ: Kiwis beware of scam calls
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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uc
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banking
Telecom New Zealand has become aware that some of its customers have been contacted by fraudsters claiming to be from Telecom.
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US spying: Who do you believe? Snowden or Key?
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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government
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green party
NZers trust Snowden over Key on US spying claims, a poll suggests, amid government evasion on NSA's Kiwi surveillance.
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Transistor Is A Unique Experience
Sat, 21st Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Transistor redefines RPGs, blending a novel combat system and steampunk aesthetics. A must-play for PC and PS4 gamers seeking innovation.
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Westcon NZ calls on Kiwi help for four-year-old Melissa van Blerk
Sat, 21st Jun 2014
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Westcon New Zealand is calling on Kiwi generosity to help raise $20,000, to provide four-year-old Melissa van Blerk with a Diabetic Assistance Dog.
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Done deal as Kiwi Internet Provider buys Orcon...
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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orcon
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callplus
CallPlus Group acquires Orcon, joining its portfolio of ISPs and boosting its market share to 15% in a strategic move to challenge leading providers.
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Smart move for MIT’s new campus
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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auckland council
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manukau institute of technology
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auckland transport
MIT unveils £100m 'smart' campus in Manukau, revolutionising tertiary education with cutting-edge tech and unique design.
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Education report provides powerful vision for the future says Kaye
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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government
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21st century learning reference group
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content creation
A report has been released that shows what is ahead for education and the use of technology to create connected communities.
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Call of Duty: Ghosts Invasion DLC hitting PlayStation and PC soon
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Exciting times ahead for Call of Duty: Ghosts players on PC, PS4, and PS3 as the Invasion DLC lands July 3rd, featuring new maps and more.
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NZ’s own Mark Hunt stars in EA Sports UFC
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Kiwi legend Mark Hunt shines in EA Sports UFC, a next-gen fighting game with a steep learning curve but rewarding depth.
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Can the Amazon smartphone burn Apple's market share?
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Laced with high-end features, will this device be the cocktail to succeed in a market dominated by Apple & Co.?.
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NZ assignment opens Microsoft's eyes to online bullying
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft’s senior online safety strategist has commended New Zealand on its fast action in tackling online bullying.
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N4L’s Pond showcased at talent awards
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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n4l
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content creation
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creative technologies
Chris South of Network for Learning is shortlisted for a New Zealand regional award in the Digital Content category of the 2014 Talent Unleashed Awards.
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EB Games releasing Pokemon X and Y Nintendo 2DS bundles
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
EB Games to release special Nintendo 2DS bundles with Pokemon X or Y pre-installed for $199.99, available from June 26th. Perfect for school holidays.
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Millions onboard as Adobe unveils 'biggest software release' for two years...
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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martech
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adobe
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creative technologies
Adobe has announced 14 new versions of CC desktop applications and four new mobile apps as part of its Creative Cloud innovation.
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Microsoft NZ rewards Northland school following Windows upgrade
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Northland's Opua School wins over £15,000 in tech from Microsoft after upgrading to Windows 8.1, enhancing students' digital education.
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Amazon to set world alight with Fire smartphone
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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fire
Amazon has unveiled its first smartphone, Fire, which features breakthrough technologies Dynamic Perspective and Firefly.
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Facebook NZ: Travel security tips for Kiwis
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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facebook
From updating software, to using a trusted network, to running anti-virus when you get home – Facebook New Zealand outlines the steps everyone should take.
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Apple unveils new entry level 21.5-inch iMac
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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apple imac
Apple has today introduced a new 21.5-inch iMac, designed to make the all-in-one desktop more affordable as an entry-level Mac product.
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Tech on the ball as World Cup reaches billions of connected devices
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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ovum
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rugby world cup
Playback on PCs, tablets, and smartphones accounts for 57% of World Cup viewership, with a total of 5.9 billion screens worldwide.