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Google Maps hits 10 million iOS downloads
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.