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Sharks guard Xbox One ahead of world-first NZ launch
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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In a world-first, NZ to launch Xbox One as sharks guard the console at Kelly Tarlton's until the midnight release event.

Report claims Vodafone SuperNet still fastest in NZ
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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The latest independent research from Epitiro reveals that Vodafone still has on average the fastest ADSL broadband network speeds in New Zealand.

Review: Proteus (PS3/PS Vita)
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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gaming
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Proteus offers a divisive experience, ditching traditional gameplay for aimless exploration with pixelated visuals and a unique but forgettable soundtrack.

Apple's iPad mini hits NZ shelves today…
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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personal computing devices
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Apple's iPad mini, now with Retina display, lands in New Zealand today, promising cutting-edge tech at prices starting from NZ$599.

Training in IT helps teacher win award
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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schools
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Auckland teacher's IT training earns her the PM's Science Teacher Prize, revolutionising science education with technology and inclusivity.

Call of Duty: Ghosts app now available
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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gaming
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xbox
The new Call of Duty app adds a new dimension to Call of Duty: Ghosts multiplayer, by allowing fans to stay connected to the game on the go.

Quality time with the Samsung NX300
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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personal computing devices
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samsung
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tablets & laptops
But just a warning to the techno types out there – I’m more about the creative applications and capabilities in this review, than ticking the technical boxes.

Sony could ‘monitor and record’ PSN text and voice conversations
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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sony computer entertainment
Sony's revised PS4 terms allow for the recording of PSN text and voice chats, sparking privacy concerns among users.

Straight from the bedroom of Steve Jobs: Apple 1
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Germany auction site TeamBreker set to auction an original Apple 1 computer, with its first batch box, starting at $670k.

Celebrating 30 years of Windows
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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software development
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Both iconic and significant in the evolution of personal computing, on November 10, 1983, Bill Gates introduced Windows.

Is the end nigh for cyberbullies?
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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edutech
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facebook
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social media
Facebook, Twitter, Ask.fm, Snapchat and other forms of digital media have all come under fire for the ease of which they can be used for cyberbullying.

Is Apple working on a curved iPhone 6 screen?
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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smartphones
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apple
Apple is reportedly developing iPhone 6 models with larger, curved screens and advanced sensors, aiming for a mid-2023 release.

iHave a dream - for workplace equality
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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Apple CEO Tim Cook has written an open editorial urging US Senators to support the Equality Act, stressing the importance of workplace equality.

Android App Review: Escape the Titanic
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Dive into Escape the Titanic, a puzzle game where evading disaster on the infamous ship is as thrilling as it is challenging.

Surface boost for schools as Microsoft selects Expert Educator candidates
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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NZ educators join elite Microsoft program, boosting tech use in classrooms and setting a global benchmark for innovative teaching.

Telecom 4G set for NZ launch tonight...
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Tonight, Telecom NZ launches free 4G in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, boosting its suite of high-quality mobile services for all.

Vodafone Report: How are Kiwis using 4G...?
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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personal computing devices
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4g technology
Telco releases first 4G Network Report, Leading the 4G Revolution, providing a snapshot of how Kiwis are using New Zealand’s 4G network.

Call of Duty: Ghosts Review
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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xbox
So Activision and Infinity Ward’s big release Call of Duty: Ghosts, hit the shelves last week – so TechDay jumped into the action.

App to bring Nelson history to life
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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ar, vr & metaverse
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apps
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nmit
An augmented reality history-sharing app is being developed to share the Nelson-Tasman region’s history and stories.

Users beware… of the exploding iPad Air
Mon, 11th Nov 2013
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uc
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personal computing devices
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apple
An iPad Air bursts into flames in a Canberra Vodafone store, startling shoppers. No injuries reported as Apple investigates the cause.