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Layman's explanation of Facebook
Mon, 9th Jul 2012
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Facebook demystified: From keeping in touch to brand building, find out how this major social network shapes our online lives.
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Facebook to hit one billion users
Mon, 9th Jul 2012
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Its IPO may have been something of an anticlimax but it doesn’t appear to have done Facebook any lasting damage with users.
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End of Nations Beta Signups open.
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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Join the battlefield in End of Nations' first beta event! Sign-ups are now open, offering fans a taste of this unique military strategy game.
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Will Next-Gen Consoles be powerful enough for Square Enix?
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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Square Enix raises concerns over next-gen consoles' power, citing heavy RAM demand for Agni’s Philosophy's stunning visuals.
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Drinking games gone digital
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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Nearly everything has gone digital these days, and now even the good old fashioned drinking game has joined the digital revolution.
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News: Developer News Window, replacing MobileMe, liquid contact indicators, and more!
Thu, 5th Jul 2012
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New Developer News Window bridges the gap between Mac App developers and users, as MobileMe fades and MacBook Pro ups liquid indicator count.
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Kiwi App company taking on the world
Thu, 5th Jul 2012
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Kiwi's Sush Mobile revolutionises the app world with cutting-edge solutions for major players, making big waves in business and digital landscapes.
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Specific Spotify gets the personal touch
Thu, 5th Jul 2012
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Spotify boosts its personal touch, launching artist-curated apps to deepen music discovery for over 16 million tracks.
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News: beta iCloud website, expensive Thunderbolt cables, App Store Sandboxing, and more!
Wed, 4th Jul 2012
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Apple has unveiled a new beta of the iCloud website that features a few new apps that aren't currently available to consumers on the normal iCloud website.
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App of the week....Chrome for iOS
Wed, 4th Jul 2012
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Chrome lands on iOS, mixing slow performance with seamless sync capabilities. Discover why this app's pros may outweigh its cons.
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Sony Playstation expands into cloud with acquisition
Wed, 4th Jul 2012
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Sony set to reshape the gaming landscape, acquiring Gaikai Inc. for $380m to launch a pioneering cloud gaming service.
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Four smart online areas to consider in your exit strategy
Wed, 4th Jul 2012
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Businesses eyeing exit strategies must not overlook their online databases and social media presence, vital assets for attracting future buyers.
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New Nokia Lumia and LG Optimus announced
Wed, 4th Jul 2012
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Nokia debuts the Lumia 610 in New Zealand for NZD $449 through Vodafone, while LG launches the stylish Optimus L3 for NZD $229 via Telecom.
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Cheaper hotel after lunch - iPhone App
Wed, 4th Jul 2012
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A new iPhone App has been launched by a kiwi company, to solve last minute accommodation issues for travelers.
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The latest and greatest from TomTom
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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TomTom introduces the Via 620, a new study revealing the favourite Kiwi holiday spot and Mapshare for New Zealanders on the move.
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News: Apple executives after Apple, Retina app updates, iWork closes soon, and more!
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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Apple's Bob Mansfield retires, making way for Dan Riccio amid updates for Retina apps, while iWork faces closure, reshaping the tech landscape.
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Can Hardcore and Social games live in harmony?
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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Hideo Kojima believes social and hardcore gaming will unite, blending intense action with social interactivity in harmony.
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Twitter cuts links with LinkedIn
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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Twitter slashes its social ties with LinkedIn, stopping the automatic syncing of user tweets to their LinkedIn profiles.
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The Fitbit System hits New Zealand stores
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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Fitbit debuts in NZ, offering kiwis a seamless system to track health and fitness with innovative gadgets and apps.
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Could consoles be on the way out in Japan?
Mon, 2nd Jul 2012
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In Japan, handheld gaming reigns with the 3DS leading sales, while traditional consoles may face a cloudy future.