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Four councillors were elected to the InternetNZ Council this week, including the appointment of a new InternetNZ Fellow.

New Zealand's VLN Primary School revolutionises rural education, offering virtual lessons in languages and more to students nationwide.

Social networking giant seeks an exemption over government proposals which could see over two million Kiwis spied on by authorities.

Telecommunications Service Obligation review suggests the days of internet dial-up services could be numbered….

Struggling company is considering a licensing deal, or even an outright sale of the business in a bid to appease investor concerns.

Microsoft expands Surface Pro sales in New Zealand, involving select resellers to cater directly to customers by September's end.

Taupo leaps into the future with Vodafone's 4G launch, becoming the fifth NZ location to enjoy blazing-fast mobile speeds.

Apple and Amazon have concluded their legal battle over the app store term, agreeing to dismiss ongoing lawsuits in a Californian court.

Students with a talent for IT, electronics or engineering are being sought for the 2013 Bright Sparks competition.

South Korean company named the world's 14th largest in terms of revenue, beating fierce rival Apple by five places.

An 18-year-old Swiss girl sustained severe burns when her Samsung S3 exploded, highlighting potential safety issues with the device's lithium-ion battery.

The mobile TV and video market is set to reach $9.5bn within four years, as new business models incorporate the technology.

After a 16-year run, MSN TV will shut down in September, marking the end of Microsoft's pioneering internet TV service.

Kiwi company Platinum Wheels faces backlash and an ASA reprimand for a Facebook post mocking people with Down syndrome, now removed after public outcry.

Telecom applauds Government's move to re-evaluate the national Telecommunications Service Obligations, seeking public input.

Given the hype surrounding the unveiling of the Mega Android app, we got out best man on the job to give his unbiased view on Kim Dotcom’s latest release.

Chorus to deploy Ultra-Fast Broadband to over 250,000 NZ homes, schools and businesses in years four and five of its fibre build programme.

There are many note taking apps available for iPads and iPhones, but one New Zealand-developed app is proving popular in the education sector.

Speaking at the company's WPC, Microsoft's Tami Reller confirms Windows 8.1 will be available for manufacturers in late August.

Telecom launches ultra VDSL, ensuring faster broadband to almost two-thirds of homes and businesses across the country.