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Back to business for recovering 2degrees
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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Telco board meets to review support for Eric and Kathy Hertz's families and 2degrees staff, while addressing issues of interim leadership.
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Eric Hertz's plane wreckage found
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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Destroyed plane found 56 metres below the ocean surface, yet no confirmation of whether the 2degrees CEO and his wife are on board.
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Apple to announce earnings on April 23
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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Cupertino firm set to reveal the company's second quarter performance including profits and sales numbers by the end of the month.
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Microsoft and Google exchange April Fools' jokes
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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Rival companies take aim at one another, through not-so-subtle pranks involving Google Search and Microsoft Outlook.
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Kiwi invention prevents password hacking
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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personal computing devices
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optimizer hq
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tablets & laptops
New Zealanders are at risk of data breaches due to weak passwords. Optimizer HQ has developed a password management system to combat this.
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Apple issues apology over apparent Chinese cut-backs
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
CEO Tim Cook forced to offer a signed apology after the company were accused of offering second-rate repair service on iPhones and iPads.
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2degrees to continue Hertz's vision
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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2degrees promises to honour late CEO Eric Hertz's vision by driving the business forward, despite the tragedy of his loss.
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Bodies of 2degrees boss and wife trapped underwater
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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NZ Police dive squad seeks to recover bodies of 2degrees CEO Eric Hertz and wife from 60m underwater wreck after plane crash.
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2degrees pays tribute to Eric and Kathy Hertz
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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Following the tragic death of Eric and Kathy Hertz over the Easter weekend, the telco industry has united to pay tribute to the 2degrees CEO and his wife.
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Review: Samsung NX20
Mon, 1st Apr 2013
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Samsung NX20: A compact system marvel with WiFi, GPS and clear AMOLED display, aimed at enthusiasts. Comes with a high but justified price tag.
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Review: Logitech UE900
Mon, 1st Apr 2013
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digital entertainment
TechDay reviews the Logitech UE900, praising its crystal-clear sound and noise cancellation, but questions its hefty £599.90 price tag. 4/5 stars.
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Review: Sennheiser PC 350 SE
Mon, 1st Apr 2013
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Sennheiser PC 350 SE review: A treat for ears with unmatched sound quality, comfort, and a stellar mic, deserving its 5/5 score.
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Review: Samsung NX1000
Mon, 1st Apr 2013
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As you imagine, when a company releases an ‘entry-level’ camera, you often think it’s a stripped down, un-interesting camera with very few features and options.
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2degrees CEO thought to have perished
Sat, 30th Mar 2013
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vodafone
According to a brief note on the 2degrees mobile website, it's current CEO Eric Hertz has perished in a light plane accident.
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The Phantom Pain leads Metal Gear charge
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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gaming
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metal gear solid
We’ve got a new contender for last great game of the generation with the announcement of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain today.
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Sony reveals new PS4 features
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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gaming
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Sony unveils PS4's new touchpad and LED functions at the Game Developers Conference, promising enhanced gaming experiences.
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Waikato teams win at Microsoft Imagine Cup
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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Two University of Waikato teams win categories in Microsoft Imagine Cup, developing software to solve real-world problems.
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Online gamers: the new target for theft
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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gaming
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cyber attacks
Cyber thieves target online gamers, stealing game items and personal data, prompting alerts from cybersecurity experts.
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Android App of the Week - Grabaseat
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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apps
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grabaseat
Never miss a travel deal again with the Grabaseat app, your ticket to cheap flights and more straight to your phone.
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Renaissance reveals takeover talks
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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Renaissance in takeover talks with several potential investors, highlighting potential changes to the company.