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Review: Motorola Atrix 2
Tue, 1st May 2012
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It’s always fun to play with a new gadget – especially when you don’t know much about it and don’t know what to expect.

Review: WD MyBook Live Home Network Drive
Tue, 1st May 2012
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The WD MyBook Live lets you store 120 Videos, 250,000 songs (as if anyone actually has that many!) or 200,000 photos. Pretty amazing.

Review: Kobo Ereader
Tue, 1st May 2012
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In our Kobo eReader review, it lags in sexiness and speed but offers a clear, sunlight-friendly display and ease of use for book lovers.

Review: The Ereader Experience
Tue, 1st May 2012
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From carrying a library in your bag to battling with tech, our review explores the highs and lows of eReaders from Kobo to Sony.

Australian government to Apple, Microsoft: please explain
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Authorities launch inquiry into why consumers and businesses pay more than those overseas for software and downloads - should we do the same here?.

Spam shrinks as scammers go social
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Spam declines by 32%, but cyberattacks surge as scammers exploit social networks and mobile phones, says Symantec's 2011 report.

Auckland students provide eyes for the blind
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Unique app that 'crowdsources' audio descriptions of smartphone photos takes out New Zealand Imagine Cup final.

News: Apple's tax avoidance, 100 Thunderbolt devices, the road to OS Xi, and more!
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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There's a fantastic piece from the New York Times on how Apple sidesteps billions in taxes, by taking advantage of a few laws in the US.

Like to keep your iPhone close to your chest?
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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US company launches special bra with side pocket to hold ladies' cellphones and cards while they're hitting the dance floor.

Apple, Samsung to talk out patent grievances - Updated
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Apple and Samsung chiefs to discuss patent issues in court-ordered San Francisco meet, but settlement not a certainty.

Dog adoption drive uses split-screen tech to tug heartstrings
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Pedigree's adoption drive cleverly uses split-screen tech in cinemas, showing moviegoers different dog tales based on donations.

Servers stretched in latest Guild Wars 2 beta
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Guild Wars 2 beta packed as 'hundreds of thousands' test the servers, sparking positive buzz. The game's unique questing and no fees impress.

Gaming good for kids, parents say
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Parents in New Zealand are increasingly considering gaming as an important tool for their children's education, according to a report by Bond University.

Renaissance restoring balance sheet
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Renaissance's interim results reveal a return to profit, thanks to its education division and $2.51 million in earthquake insurance claims.

Telecom, Westpac to trial mobile payments
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Telecom and Westpac join forces in NZ to pilot NFC mobile payments, testing tech for transport and retail with a consortium.

News: 10000 apps in the Mac App Store, Insanely Simple, iMac clones, and more!
Sun, 29th Apr 2012
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It has been revealed that the Mac App Store is now the home to over 10,000 Mac apps, passing the milestone 15 months after the original launch.

Sky TV launches Android app
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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Sky TV's new Android app lets viewers check listings, set show alerts and record remotely, following its popular iOS counterpart.

Diablo III re-defines 'Hardcore'
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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Diablo III elevates the challenge with an unforgiving revamp of Hardcore mode, risking everything players have collected.

'Gaming can help you get some': Lou Ferrigno
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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The surreal video promoting the former Incredible Hulk star's... well, actually, we're not sure what it's promoting.

Funky white Lumia 800 lands with Vodafone
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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Vodafone NZ unveils the exclusive white Lumia 800, offering Windows Phone fans a fresh hue. First 25 buyers bag a free Nokia headset.