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Kiwi school lunch ordering system quicker than making a sandwich
EduTech

Kiwi school lunch ordering system quicker than making a sandwich

Hawke's Bay's Lunchonline revolutionizes school lunches, enabling parents to order quickly online, ensuring kids enjoy nutritious meals at school.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2014
When an Assassin turns Rogue
Gaming

When an Assassin turns Rogue

PS3 and Xbox 360 owners don't miss out on an Assassin's Creed game this year as Assassin's Creed Rogue is a decent spin-off title.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2014
EA Games' swords and sorcery epic raises the bar!
Gaming

EA Games' swords and sorcery epic raises the bar!

EA Games swaps sports for spells in Dragon Age: Inquisition, a fantasy RPG where chaos reigns in Thedas, tasking players with restoring order.

By Darren Price • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education
EduTech

94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education

A recent report on New Zealand schools show digital technology is being widely adopted and is contributing to higher student achievement.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Kiwi UFB uptake passes 10%
Unified Communications

Kiwi UFB uptake passes 10%

New Zealand's UFB uptake hits 10% as broadband connections surge by nearly 40% in the latest quarter, reveals Communications Minister Amy Adams.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Kiwi tech start-up revs up the US rental car industry
Market

Kiwi tech start-up revs up the US rental car industry

This model provides a win-win solution where travellers get a free one-way car or campervan hire while rental companies save big money on relocation costs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Westpac chooses Gemalto technology for mobile payments
Payment Technologies

Westpac chooses Gemalto technology for mobile payments

The Optelio Contactless Sticker embeds a secure EMV microprocessor that will be linked to Westpac customers' credit or debit cards.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Netflix is coming to New Zealand next year
Digital Entertainment

Netflix is coming to New Zealand next year

Netflix has announced the internet movie and TV subscription service will be available in New Zealand and Australia in March 2015.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Apple releases developer kit for Apple Watch developers
Wearables

Apple releases developer kit for Apple Watch developers

Apple unveils WatchKit for developers, paving the way for bespoke Apple Watch experiences before the device's launch.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
LittleBigPlanet 3 is platforming and creativity heaven
Gaming

LittleBigPlanet 3 is platforming and creativity heaven

The popular platform gaming series returns and promises to be bigger than ever with the release of LittleBigPlanet 3 for both the PS4 and PS3.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Android App Review: The SCP Foundation Online
Gaming

Android App Review: The SCP Foundation Online

Dive into the eerie world of the SCP Foundation with its new app, a must-have for fans of the supernatural and unexplained.

By Eddie Monotone • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
Could Facebook Groups be the next Messenger?
Apple

Could Facebook Groups be the next Messenger?

Facebook launches a standalone app for Groups, aiming for more organised and efficient community interactions without forcing download.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014
“Kiss old connectors goodbye” with new Keyssa technology
Cloud Services

“Kiss old connectors goodbye” with new Keyssa technology

With Kiss Connectivity technology, devices only have to be in close proximity and video and data can be transferred at rates of up to 6Gbits per second.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
New Zealand's e-learning certificate helps USP meet strategic objective
eLearning

New Zealand's e-learning certificate helps USP meet strategic objective

USP's strategic leap: thanks to NZ's e-learning cert, it's set to fulfill its goal of enhanced online education across the Pacific by 2018.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
New information sharing system introduced for Kiwis on the West Coast
Health Technologies

New information sharing system introduced for Kiwis on the West Coast

West Coast introduces HealthOne, a new electronic system ensuring safer, faster healthcare by sharing patient records among authorised professionals.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
End of in-car radio? Uber and Spotify team up for ride-along listening
Digital Entertainment

End of in-car radio? Uber and Spotify team up for ride-along listening

Allowing passengers to stream their own music will enhance user experience. Spotify users potentially could choose Uber over competing alternatives.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
Crowdfunding: Putting the power of financing in your hands
Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding: Putting the power of financing in your hands

Crowdfunding is the fastest growing method for artists, inventors, creators and entrepreneurs to fund a project.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work
Data Analytics

Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work

Facebook prepares to blend professional and social worlds with its new Facebook at Work platform, challenging tech giants in enterprise tools.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code
EduTech

The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code

The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014