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Google Maps hits 10 million iOS downloads
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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ios
In under 48 hours, Google Maps has soared to 10 million iOS downloads, reclaiming its top spot as iPhone users' favourite map app.

Valve set for 2013 Steam Box release
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Well, it’s official – Valve’s Steam Box console will release next year to compete with the Xbox 720 and Playstation 4.

Securing Your Holiday Tech Gifts - Windows Guide
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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lenovo
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windows
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chillisoft
The good folk at ESET bring us a phenomenal series on securing your Christmas tech gifts, starting with your new Windows PC.

NAB Social Media Command Centre unveiled
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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crm
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uc
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fintech
NAB raises the bar with a high-tech Social Media Command Centre, aiming to revolutionize customer service in the digital age.

Analysts awaiting Apple’s Next Big Thing
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipad
Apple faces a stock slide just months after reaching a peak, leaving analysts eager for its 'Next Big Thing' to revive fortunes.

Apple gives iOS beta 4 to developers
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Apple rolls out iOS 6.1 beta 4 to developers, hinting at a pre-2023 update with bug fixes, enhancements, and minor features tweaks.

iPhone 5 hits two million Chinese sales
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's iPhone 5 achieves record-breaking sales of 2M units in China in just three days, marking the fastest rollout in Apple history.

Dark Souls sequel coming soon...
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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dark souls
One of the hardest games of all time is getting a sequel, and some of the latest details about Dark Souls 2 have finally emerged.

ASB app links up with Trade Me
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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apps
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trade me
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banking
ASB customers can make payments directly to Trade Me sellers in the latest enhancement to the mobile banking app.

25 videos that made YouTube history
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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youtube
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founders
At five years old with two billion views per day and counting, we take a look at the videos which made YouTube history.

NZ rejects international teleco treaty changes
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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uc
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government
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dubai
NZ stands firm against global telecom treaty amendments, championing a free internet and rejecting increased state control, says Minister Adams.

The Hobbit – too much tech?
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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3d
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hfr
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lord of the rings
Peter Jackson's The Hobbit faces criticism for its high-tech frame rate, worrying fans it may detract from Middle Earth's charm.

Trade Me shares halted as Fairfax sees $1.5 bln payday
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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trade me
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fairfax media
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indebted
Shares in Trade Me have been halted as Australian publisher Fairfax Media sells its remaining 51 percent in the New Zealand online auction site.

Top 13 Security Predictions for 2013
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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firewalls
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ddos
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network infrastructure
2013 set to witness a surge in cyber threats, from critical infrastructure attacks to more sophisticated exploit kits, warns Kaspersky Lab.

Fairfax sells 51% of Trade Me shares
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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trade me
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fairfax media
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bso
Fairfax Media divests its majority 51% stake in Trade Me for NZ$810m, aiming to slash debts amidst scrutiny. Critics call the sale bonkers.

New Adobe Photoshop clicks into gear
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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martech
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adobe
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creative technologies
Adobe Photoshop boosts Creative Cloud with exclusive new features, promising a hub for creatives with endless tools and collaborative opportunities.

PayPass 'Tap Go' galvanises Kiwi retailers
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
Kiwi shoppers embrace 'Tap and Go' as popular retailers roll out MasterCard's PayPass ahead of Christmas, promising swift transactions.

Google Maps hits iOS – again
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
After a brief absence, Google Maps returns to iOS, offering users a smoother, voice-guided navigation experience once more.

Panasonic launches Trade Me TV app
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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apps
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trade me
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panasonic
Panasonic NZ pioneers online shopping on TV with the launch of the Trade Me app for Smart Viera screens, transforming living rooms.

New PS4 picture emerging...
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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song
The next-generation Playstation could be named Orbis and lock out used games, according to a detailed report by a gaming magazine.