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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.

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.

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.

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.

COD: Black Ops 2 culminates with Apocalypse
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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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.

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.

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...

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.

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?.

Naked sex chats help blackmail Kiwis out of $4.4m
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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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.

NZ Technology Park set for Auckland build
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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A purpose-built facility for technology companies and research organisations set for construction in Auckland suburb Penrose.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.