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End of the road for this generation of consoles?
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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With the end of a console generation fast approaching, many developers claim to have pushed this generation to its limits – but have they?.

Has Adams put Chorus before consumers?
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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Amy Adams faces backlash for prioritising Chorus and telcos over consumer savings, sparking a debate over government priorities.

Android App of the Week - Tune In Radio
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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Tune In Radio: The app unlocking global music channels, offering a varied palette for every listener, from '90s Alternative to Top 40.

Teletext loses internet battle, closing early next year
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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After nearly 30 years, TVNZ's Teletext will shut down next April, succumbing to the internet's supremacy and outdated technology.

The Pope sends first tweet
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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Pope Benedict XVI embraces digital age, blessing over a million Twitter followers in his groundbreaking first tweet.

FileMaker Go flies past 500,000 downloads
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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FileMaker Go hits over 500,000 downloads as firms craft business solutions on iOS, marking rapid growth in custom app development.

Guatemala deports McAfee to US
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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John McAfee has been deported to the US from Guatemala amidst evasion from Belize police, now stating he'll hang in Miami for a while.

FBI arrests Kiwi in global Facebook ring
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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Kiwi caught in FBI swoop on global Facebook scam ring, facing charges in a cybercrime operation that cost users NZ$1 billion.

Google Maps goes back to iPhone
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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Google Maps triumphantly returns to iPhone, promising a smoother, detailed mapping experience after a three-month hiatus.

YouTube's new facility to kill broadcast TV
Thu, 13th Dec 2012
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YouTube is set to revolutionise video production with its new 41,000 sq-foot LA facility, offering state-of-the-art resources to selected creators for free.

Norton 360 Multi-Device
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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Norton 360 Multi-Device expands to Mac, offering up to 5-device protection including Android, but lacks iPhone/iPad support.

Diablo 3 to play on consoles?
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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Blizzard teases Diablo 3 on consoles but says it's not an official project yet. Hope for console gamers as development continues.

Pandora Internet Radio launches across ANZ
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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Pandora Radio launches in Australia and New Zealand, offering a unique personalised music experience on mobile and web platforms.

Key’s Commerce Commission threat cheats Kiwis
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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John Key's threat to overrule NZ's Commerce Commission could raise broadband bills by $12 monthly, Labour claims, criticising political interference.

Telecom down…again
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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Telecom customers in New Zealand face further connection issues, following two outages yesterday, with no compensation offered.

Yahoo reveals new email service
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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Yahoo launches its revamped email service, promising a streamlined, mobile-first experience, marking Marissa Mayer's first major move as CEO.

NZ-China sign joint tech deal
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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Deal to boost science and technology links and co-operation between the two countries has been signed in Wellington.

San Andreas hits North America but not NZ
Tue, 11th Dec 2012
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The best-selling Playstation 2 game of all time is scheduled to come to the Playstation Network in North America today.

Labour backs telco data roaming rates
Tue, 11th Dec 2012
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Horrendous data-roaming costs to Kiwis travelling overseas just got a lot more affordable according to Labour.

Telecom slashes data roaming costs
Tue, 11th Dec 2012
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Telecom cuts data roaming costs dramatically, introducing a flat daily rate for travellers, starting 21 December. Say goodbye to bill shocks!.