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Panasonic auctions 10 TVs for $1 reserve
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Panasonic auctions ten Smart Viera TVs with a starting bid of NZD $1 on Trade Me, with all proceeds going to New Zealand’s Starship Children’s Hospital.
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Dick Smith recalling portable DVD/Media Players
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Potential safety hazard where the internal lithium-ion rechargeable battery may overheat and pose a fire risk to customers.
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Samsung drops European sales ban with Apple
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Samsung halts its quest to ban Apple products in Europe, advocating for consumer choice amid ongoing patent battles.
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No rest for Kiwi workers over xmas
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Kiwi workers face a 'workation' over Christmas, with over 40% unable to switch off, tethered to tech, says Regus report.
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Microsoft lagging five years behind Apple
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Despite growth, analysts predict Microsoft will trail five years behind Apple in smartphone shipments, holding just 9% global market share by 2017.
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Facebook looks back at 2012
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Social networking site releases review of the past twelve months, looking back at the people, moments and things that created the most buzz in 2012.
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THQ files for Bankrupcy
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Troubled gaming giant THQ declares bankruptcy, putting its iconic studios and games up for sale in a bid to secure a fresh start.
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Review: Far Cry 3
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Far Cry 3 review: A thrilling tropical adventure turns a holiday nightmare into a fight for survival. An epic must-play for action/RPG fans.
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Vodafone refunds Kiwi credit after Cyclone Evan
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Vodafone credits New Zealand customers’ calls to Fiji, Samoa, and American Samoa following Cyclone Evan, aids relief with equipment and USD $10,000 donation.
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Charlie Bit My Finger video…
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Charlie Bit My Finger, the 2007 viral sensation, has hit over half a billion views, netting the Davies-Carr family up to GBP £100,000 in advertising revenue.
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Young learners losing out
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Some of our youngest learners are losing out thanks to the government’s lack of progress in closing the digital divide.
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Half-finished War Z game causes controversy
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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War Z pulled from Steam amid uproar as players slam the 'zombie survival MMO' for being released in an unfinished state.
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Are ISPs selling more expensive UFB plans?
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Alert for UK consumers: ISPs may be misleading customers with expensive UFB plans offering speeds as slow as dial-up, warns expert.
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Bitdefender launches Parental Control software
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Bitdefender launches a new Parental Control software aimed at safeguarding children online from bullies, predators, and inappropriate content.
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Airline passengers want more smartphone control
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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70% of airline passengers now want more mobile control, like self-boarding and flight updates, to ease travel stress, a survey reveals.
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Discover new places with Nearby
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Users can now find new places from the app menu by opening the tab to find local sports friends have either recommended, checked into or liked.
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Zuckerberg pledges $500 million of FB stock
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Mark Zuckerberg pledges USD $500 million of Facebook shares to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation as part of his commitment to The Giving Pledge.
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NZ lacks power to fix tech tax loopholes
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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NZ's efforts to close tech tax loopholes hit a wall, with IRD citing international treaties as a barrier despite calls for change.
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Dotcom's extradition case delayed
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Kim Dotcom's extradition battle postponed to August amid controversy, stretching the high-profile case beyond 18 months.
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The Sneezing Baby Panda video…
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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We continue our run through the 25 most memorable YouTube videos, remembering a 16 second clip which pulled in over 150 million views.