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Vodafone changes ad? That's a lie, Telecom
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Vodafone's SuperNet advertising campaign will continue unchanged despite Telecom dropping its court case seeking an injunction today.
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Vodafone changes ad, Telecom drops court case
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Telecom drops high court case against rival telco following a number of changes to Vodafone's ‘SuperNet’ advertising campaign.
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No console nations set for free FIFA spin-off
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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EA SPORTS FIFA World, a free-to-play football game for PC, is launching in Brazil and Russia, offering FIFA HD gameplay and Ultimate Team mode.
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Govt ain’t heavy, they’re our mediator
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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IDC claims the government has done a good job of balancing everyone's interests with the Telecommunications review discussion document.
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COD: Black Ops 2 culminates with Apocalypse
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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gaming
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Apocalypse, the final COD: Black Ops 2 DLC, brings epic closure with new maps and the ultimate Zombies experience, first on Xbox Live Aug 27.
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Schools urged to ban Ask.fm
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Schools are advised to block Ask.fm after it's linked to the cyberbullying and suicides of British teens, New Zealand authorities express concern.
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Why Microsoft's numbers don't speak for themselves...
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Over 554,000 pizza slices are consumed each year by Microsoft staff on campus, yet no mention of slow Surface sales...
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Review: Leap Motion Controller
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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Leap Motion is the company behind the technology which provides control of your computer using movement of your hands.
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Android App Review: Stick Fighter
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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I’d love to make cartoons but I’m lazy. So if there was an app that let me make basic animations on my phone, that’d be great. Right?.
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Naked sex chats help blackmail Kiwis out of $4.4m
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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email security
Horny New Zealanders taking part in naked online video chat sessions are being blackmailed, with Kiwis losing $4.4m last year due to internet scams.
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NZ Technology Park set for Auckland build
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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personal computing devices
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A purpose-built facility for technology companies and research organisations set for construction in Auckland suburb Penrose.
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KiwiNet and Callaghan drive Kiwi innovation
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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Partnership aimed at turning more clever ideas and research discoveries into new products and services through out New Zealand.
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Will inferior graphics matter for Xbox One?
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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The Xbox One does not have the graphical might of the PlayStation 4 according to all reports. No one is denying it – not even Microsoft.
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University chooses Adobe to manage web content
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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University of Auckland partners with Adobe to innovate its digital landscape, enhancing the web experience for students, staff, and alumni.
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Apple to unveil new iPhone next month
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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Apple to launch a new iPhone on Sept 10, including a budget model, amid fierce competition and a shifting market.
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Android and Windows grow as iOS slows…
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Apple's iOS market share dropped in Q2 2013 despite strong shipments, while Android and Windows Phone saw growth. Apple hopes to rebound with new launches.
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Oracle Cloud Day: Kiwis top global social usage
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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New Zealand leads the world in social media usage, with Kiwis spending 7:43 hours per month on platforms like Facebook and Twitter.
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Jobs movie set for NZ release
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Steve Jobs biopic hits NZ screens on Aug 29, starring Ashton Kutcher. A tale of innovation, expect an epic portrayal and giveaways.
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Microsoft's marketing madness with the Xbox One...
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Microsoft's Xbox One, priced at $500, hides key features behind a paywall, leaving fans feeling short-changed in comparison to PS4's offer.
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Vodafone leads NZ pre-paid mobile market
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Vodafone retains top spot in NZ's pre-paid mobile sector, as 2degrees closely rivals Telecom for second. Market dynamics intensify.