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A year in the fast lane: NZ 4G adoption accelerates
Mon, 3rd Mar 2014
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Over 300,000 Kiwis have embraced Vodafone NZ's 4G in its first year, doubling their data consumption with a voracious appetite for streaming.
Ground-breaking Kiwi medical tech at heart of Australian stroke hub
Sat, 1st Mar 2014
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A collaboration between Callaghan Innovation and Im-Able has led to a trial at Royal Melbourne Hospital, integrating cutting-edge Kiwi tech for stroke recovery.
Telecom and Spotify join forces in exclusive free music launch
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Telecom pairs with Spotify to offer free Premium subscription to certain mobile plan users, marking a bold move into digital entertainment.
Smartphone growth set to slow by 2014...
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Worldwide smartphone shipments will slow to 8.3% annual growth in 2017 and 6.2% in 2018, according to a new forecast from the International Data Corporation.
Vodafone Foundation unveils “mini” mobile network in a backpack
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Vodafone Foundation has launched an 11kg mobile network in a backpack that can be deployed in ten minutes to connect people in disaster situations.
Digital hubs to extend connections beyond the school gate
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Schools with ultra-fast broadband can now share their connections, enhancing access for their entire communities, says Minister Kaye.
Microsoft NZ: A year of reinvention
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Microsoft NZ charts a course of reinvention, embracing innovation and growth to match NZ's global scale ambitions and connect Kiwis better.
Thief returns- but should we care?
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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digital entertainment
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Thief's return offers mixed nostalgia but delivers on stealth gameplay, earning a 7/10 rating amidst a muddled plot.
Samsung tries again with smart watches...
Thu, 27th Feb 2014
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Samsung learns the hard way that just a second screen isn't enough for smartwatch success, says @ovum analyst. #wearables #tech.
SMBs seek smarter, better smart city living for Kiwis
Thu, 27th Feb 2014
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Start-ups and innovators collaborate to shape better living in New Zealand's future smart cities #smartcities #innovation.
Vodafone unveils free business broadband data boost
Thu, 27th Feb 2014
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Vodafone boosts broadband data allowances for New Zealand businesses, offering up to 20 times more data for free.
Govt releases free Occupation Outlook App...
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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The government has released a free mobile app providing instant access to career information for young people and their families.
Samsung inches forward with Galaxy S5 update
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Samsung faces challenge convincing users to upgrade to Galaxy S5 due to minor upgrades. Tizen and pure Google Android rumors not true.
Facebook aims to connect the 'next billion'
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Mark Zuckerberg outlines Facebook's plan to connect the next billion, saying the key is affordable data, not just cheaper phones.
X marks the spot for game-changing Nokia
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Nokia launches new X series smartphones at Mobile World Congress 2014, aiming to capture affordable smartphone market share.
Is Telecom's rebranding risky business...?
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Telecom's name change to Spark dubbed a risky move by PR experts, sparking debate over the loss of brand equity and customer service.
Introducing the Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo...
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Samsung unveils Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, elevating the wearable tech game with enhanced connectivity and style options.
Samsung Gear Fit - The world's first curved wearable device
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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wearables
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displays & projectors
Samsung has this morning introduced the Samsung Gear Fit, the industry’s first curved, Super AMOLED wearable device for the active consumer.
Should Kiwis buy Apple's iPad Air...?
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Apple’s iPad Air has charged to the top of the tablet review table in New Zealand, beating 27 other devices in a recent report compiled by Consumer NZ.
Dot Kiwi - Taking the Internet in a new direction...
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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New .kiwi domain launches, offering New Zealanders a unique online identity to showcase their Kiwi pride globally.