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Continued support for Computers in Homes announced
Fri, 16th May 2014
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government
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computers in homes
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content creation
The Computers in Homes project will receive $2.5 million in additional operating funding in 2014/2015, as announced in yesterday’s Budget.
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Watch Dogs breaks record for most pre-orders for a new IP
Fri, 16th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Ubisoft's Watch Dogs sets a record with the most pre-orders for a new IP, making it the second highest pre-ordered Ubisoft game ever.
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Kiwa Digital delivers iconic tale through sign language
Fri, 16th May 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Children with hearing impairments are now able to enjoy one of New Zealand’s favourite stories, Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy, as a digital book.
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Wellington seeks overseas talent as IT industry explodes
Fri, 16th May 2014
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
New Zealand's Wellington looks to attract skilled IT workers from the UK with the help of Xero. More than 500 IT jobs are currently available in the region.
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Warehouse CFO Stephen Small tragically passes away
Fri, 16th May 2014
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cfo
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the warehouse group
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retail
Warehouse Group CFO Stephen Small has tragically passed away, according to the retailer. He will be greatly missed.
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Microsoft drops mega Surface Pro 3 hint…
Fri, 16th May 2014
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microsoft
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surface
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surface pro
Microsoft will unveil the Surface Pro 3 in New York next week, if growing media speculation is to be believed.
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“Fogettaboutit” Google - Courts will make tech policy
Fri, 16th May 2014
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google
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analyst report
European Court declares 'right to be forgotten,' forcing Google and others to allow data erasure requests, challenging the speed of tech laws.
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Photo-stop! Adobe Creative Cloud suffers major outage...
Fri, 16th May 2014
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martech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Adobe has reported that its Creative Cloud online service is down, leaving users without access to Photoshop and InDesign among other applications.
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The Golf Club PC Early Access Preview
Fri, 16th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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steam
HB Studios steps up with 'The Golf Club' on PC Early Access, promising a polished, genre-defining simulator amidst a sea of bugs and ongoing updates.
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Will court’s decision on the “right to be forgotten” do more harm than good?
Thu, 15th May 2014
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uc
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google
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ovum
Google is required to remove links to inaccurate or irrelevant search results, according to a ruling by the European Court of Justice.
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Virtual Learning Awards find elearning winners
Thu, 15th May 2014
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asnet technologies
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awards
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resilience
The inaugural Virtual Learning Awards have acknowledged some of New Zealand’s top contributors to the elearning community.
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Instant .kiwi uptake for NZ businesses
Thu, 15th May 2014
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uc
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martech
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software development
The word Kiwi has come to represent New Zealanders all around the world and it’s not just about where they come from, it’s about who they are.
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New direction for sign language with ebook first
Thu, 15th May 2014
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edutech
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ministry of education
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ebooks
Ebooks are now available for students who use New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), the first digital resources of this kind to be used in New Zealand schools.
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How many minutes per day do you use your smartphone?
Thu, 15th May 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Smartphone usage has nearly doubled with consumers now spending 195 minutes a day on their devices, double from 2011.
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Technology brings Te Reo Māori to life
Thu, 15th May 2014
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victoria university
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te reo māori
Technology is the key to reviving the development of Te Reo Māori, shows PhD research from Victoria University of Wellington.
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Sssh... I have a Secret
Wed, 14th May 2014
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uc
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data privacy
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apps
Secret, the latest viral app, lets users post anonymous thoughts without judgement. Created by ex-Google and Square employees, it promises true anonymity.
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Unified Inbox racks up another acquisition; pushes into Asia
Wed, 14th May 2014
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unified inbox
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snak
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partners
Unified Inbox acquires Smak, advancing in Asia and innovating with 'LifeModes' to enhance communication and productivity.
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iOS Review: Domino's Pizza
Wed, 14th May 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
A switch from Hell Pizza, our journalist explores the Domino's Pizza iOS app, praising its extensive menu, ease of navigation, and real-time order tracking.
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More on me: Graham Prentice, Cyclone Computers
Wed, 14th May 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
While he’s the GM of the Apple Division/All of Government at Cyclone Computers, Graham Prentice says he doesn’t work in technology.
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Microsoft set for Windows Phone 8.1 June release...
Wed, 14th May 2014
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smartphones
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microsoft
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windows
Microsoft will release its Windows Phone 8.1 device late next month, coinciding with the launch of Nokia’s Lumia 930.