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Gen-i wins Network 4 Learning deal for all 2,500 schools
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Gen-i secures major Network for Learning contract, set to provide over 800,000 NZ students with a cutting-edge online education experience.

Telecom takes Vodafone to court
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Telecom is suing rival Vodafone, seeking a court order to halt or change its SuperNet adverts, which it deems misleading and in breach of the Fair Trading Act.

Dick Smith to open 77 stores within 3 years
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Technology retailer embarks on ambitious plan after completing final business buyout in July, opening stores in both NZ and Australia.

iFruit costs $1,700 in classic Apple con
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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While Apple season may have passed, one keen Australian paid a whopping $1,700 for a few pieces of fruit. Or was she expecting a few new iPhones?.

Preview: Beyond: Two Souls
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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David Cage returns with 'Beyond: Two Souls', offering a unique blend of supernatural elements and interactive drama, featuring Ellen Page.

DIY apps being built by schools
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Murrays Bay Intermediate School embraces DIY tech, successfully launching their own app, enhancing communication with parents.

Can Xbox One run WinRT apps?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Emerging rumours and a code leak suggest the next-gen Xbox One might run WinRT apps, hinting at a big leap in app compatibility.

BioShock Infinite - Clash In the Clouds download pack released
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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2K and Irrational Games reveal the first downloadable content pack for Bioshock Infinite is available worldwide, available on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360.

$100K Reward: Microsoft Bounty Hunters
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Microsoft is paying up to $100k to hackers who can find bugs and vulnerabilities in its software as part of its bug bounty program.

Microsoft joins the party… slams NZ Telco bill
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Microsoft criticises NZ's Telco bill, joining tech titans in warning against threats to privacy and industry growth.

Android joins the Office 365 app party
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Android users rejoice as Office 365 now extends its app suite to include them, promising seamless productivity across devices.

Fit for champions... EA strikes Barca deal
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Big news coming out of EA today as they have announced a new three year deal with footballing giants FC Barcelona.

Should creative and internet industries review NZ copyright laws?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Labour slams govt for shelving copyright law review, urges NZ internet and creative sectors to push for reform to match digital age needs.

Can you guess the 20 Xbox One exclusives?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Take on Pixelenemy.com's challenge and name the 20 Xbox One exclusives showcased. Full list revealed, with some surprises.

Digital learning supported by council
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Auckland's children to benefit as council backs digital learning initiative, enhancing education and employment prospects city-wide.

Are staff owned smart devices killing company internet speeds?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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NZ businesses face slower internet, not from weak connections, but from staff's myriad devices overloading networks, says Lume director.

Business confidence rises high up in the NZ sky
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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New Zealand business confidence rose to its highest in more than 14 years in July amid signs of a broader economic expansion.

Imagining a world with NO technology…
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Take a look what happens when a few technophiles unplug and take a holiday away from Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and even email….

I taunted the law on Facebook… and the law won
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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A 'catch me if you can' boast on a police Facebook page led to one stupid shoplifter being arrested. Funny that.

PS4 Delay? Or just greater demand?
Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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PlayStation 4 day one pre-orders face potential frustration as supply of new consoles may be very limited, leading to delayed delivery.