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Sony Mobile cuts 1,000 jobs
Tue, 28th Aug 2012
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Loss-making electronics firm to move mobile headquarters from Sweden to Japan as it reduces company headcount by 15%.

Apple shares increase after patent win
Tue, 28th Aug 2012
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World’s most valuable company set to reach all-time company high in trading as the market reacts to its federal court victory over Samsung.

Samsung ‘very disappointed’ with Apple verdict
Tue, 28th Aug 2012
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After losing its major patent battle, electronics giant memos staff to express disappointment and vows to right the wrongs of the court’s decision.

Tekken Tag receives T rating
Mon, 27th Aug 2012
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Tekken Tag Tournament 2 secures a 'T' rating, brimming with its signature blend of violence and risqué humour, says the ESRB.

Apple to release iPad mini?
Mon, 27th Aug 2012
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Apple to unveil a 7-inch iPad mini in October, following the anticipated launch of a new iPhone, marking the firm's entry into the smaller tablet market.

Samsung stung with $1bn Apple damages
Mon, 27th Aug 2012
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In a landmark US case, Apple wins $1bn in damages from Samsung for patent infringements, threatening future innovation and consumer choice.

Snapper stopped by Auckland Transport
Mon, 27th Aug 2012
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Auckland Transport axes contract with Snapper for missing deadlines, moves to AT/HOP cards for rail, ferry, and soon, bus services.

Facebook forum reveals Assassin's Creed features
Fri, 24th Aug 2012
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A Ubisoft representative has revealed some of the finer details of Assassin’s Creed 3, including gameplay time and potential sequels.

Microsoft makeover with new logo
Fri, 24th Aug 2012
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After 25 years Microsoft has revamped it's image with a new logo as the company embarks on a new era within the industry.

Oz passes data control laws
Fri, 24th Aug 2012
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New laws passed allowing authorities to collect and monitor Australians' internet records from web providers, specifically targeted towards cyber criminals.

Samsung's new Apple like Australian store?
Fri, 24th Aug 2012
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As a jury deliberates the evidence in California, Samsung faces accusations of 'fast-following' Apple after the opening of their new store in Sydney.

Grant Theft Auto V release date leaked?
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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An online retailer has apparently leaked the release date of Grand Theft Auto V – and if it’s accurate, it’s a whole lot sooner than expected.

Android App of the Week - WordFeud
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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I was gutted when I found out my stupid phone was ‘incompatible’ for the real Scrabble app, settling for the knockoff WordFeud instead.

Jury deliberates Apple v Samsung evidence
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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A Californian jury examines the evidence in the high stakes patent infringement lawsuit, with deliberation expected to last several days.

NZ tablet use to triple
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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Kiwis expected to jump on the tablet band wagon with telecommunications company Ericsson predicting a surge in sales across NZ.

Poor outlook causes Trade Me dip in shares
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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Trade Me shares fall 2.5% despite an 8.4% profit rise, as sales growth falls short of forecasts in NZ's volatile market.

DayZ rejects free-to-play game
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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The creator of critically-acclaimed zombie-survival mod DayZ says the game won’t go free-to-play as it would be bad for the customer.

Window opens for Microsoft upgrade
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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windows
Windows 8 set for 26 Oct release, Microsoft says, offering upgrades as low as $14.99 for recent Windows 7 buyers.

Trade Me beats profit forecast
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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Kiwi online trading company reports maiden full-year profit, with long-term targets also on track thanks to increase in mobile phone trading.

Kim Dotcom hints at Megaupload relaunch
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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Kim Dotcom teases Major Megaupload comeback, promising a bigger, better, faster platform in a flurry of tweets amid legal battles.