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iTunes gifts now on Facebook
Tue, 27th Nov 2012
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Send iTunes gifts through Facebook Gifts, now making it simple to share music, movies, and apps with friends instantly.
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Samsung Galaxy Note II sales top 5 million
Tue, 27th Nov 2012
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smartphones
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samsung galaxy note
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technology gifts
Samsung Galaxy Note II achieves 5 million sales in three months amid scrutiny over supplier working conditions in China.
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iPhone becomes smart choice for companies
Tue, 27th Nov 2012
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smartphones
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Apple's iPhone overtakes BlackBerry as the top choice for company smartphones, heralding a shift in corporate tech preferences.
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Gangnam Style smashes Bieber's YouTube record
Mon, 26th Nov 2012
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Korean star Psy's Gangnam Style has become YouTube's most viewed video, overtaking Justin Bieber's Baby with 805 million views to Bieber's 804 million.
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Dotcom alleges FBI double-crossing
Mon, 26th Nov 2012
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government
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mega
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megaupload
Kim Dotcom accuses the FBI of entrapment, claiming his compliance with a 2010 warrant was used against him in extradition case.
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Schools UFB network appoints new CEO
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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edutech
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uc
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John Hanna takes the helm as CEO of NZ's Schools UFB network, aiming to revolutionise digital learning for over 800,000 students.
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Football Manager player becomes football manager
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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football manager
A 21-year-old will take over as the new manager of an Azerbaijani football team because of his Football Manager credentials.
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Wii U sells well
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Despite a bumpy take-off, analysts have declared the launch of the Wii U a success and some believe it will be sold out for months after the Christmas rush.
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Bitdefender tailoring no.1 antivirus for Windows 8
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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windows
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bitdefender
Bitdefender launches first tailor-made antivirus for Windows 8, promising top-notch protection against malware with dedicated features.
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Review: F1 Race Stars Xbox 360
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
F1 Race Stars reimagines F1 racing with a whimsical, karting twist, blending iconic tracks and drivers with arcade fun.
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Apple registers iMessage trademark
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Apple finally secures iMessage trademark, years after its 2011 debut, enhancing its messaging service for iOS and Mac users.
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10 tips to prevent mobile malware
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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smartphones
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malware
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firewalls
Sophos shares 10 essential tips for securing mobile devices against malware, highlighting the importance of updated OS, encryption, and user awareness.
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Fibre will be worth the wait...but there will be a wait
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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NZ's journey to fibre broadband will be a slow-starting marathon, not a sprint, with true dominance over copper years away, says IDC.
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Kiwis grabbing gifts online this xmas
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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customers
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online shopping
With 93.5% of Kiwis snapping up gifts online, NZ’s retailers brace for a festive web-shopping boom, spurred by convenience and irresistible deals.
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How to: Rank well locally to improve your SEO
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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martech
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seo
Boost your local SEO: Learn why ranking well locally is crucial for businesses and discover key strategies to dominate local search results.
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GTA goes iOS and Android
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Gamers can experience the brutal world of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for the first time on iOS and Android platforms next month.
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Review: Kinect Nat Geo TV - America the Wild
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Kinect Nat Geo TV transforms your living room into a wild, educational adventure for the family, scoring a roaring 8/10.
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iTunes 11 release imminent?
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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icloud
Apple set to unveil iTunes 11 within days, boasting a sleek interface and iCloud integration, following a delay from its initial October launch.
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Mobile devices key to productivity says NZ Integrator
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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ipad
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productivity
Imagetext, New Zealand's top Apple integrator, heralds iPads and iPhones as productivity boosters for Kiwi businesses, spotlighting Mobile Device Management.
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Android App of the Week - Kindle for Android
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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personal computing devices
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kindle
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wikipedia
Kindle for Android is the perfect stopgap if you’re still waiting for an actual Kindle, offering books, magazines, and a built-in dictionary on your phone.