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Vodafone Guardian helps parents limit kids phone use
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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The free Android app that sets parameters for calling, texting and browsing, and blocks calls and texts from unrecognised numbers.
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App of the Week: Genius Scan
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Genius Scan transforms your phone into a powerful scanner, streamlining document digitisation and sharing. Available on iOS and Windows Phone.
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News: patents for Apple Store design, Apple events in the spotlight, apps for Mac users, and more!
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple secures patent for iconic Shanghai Store design, while their events and essential Mac apps continue to captivate tech enthusiasts.
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New iPads to start at $729
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple NZ unveils new iPad prices: starting at $729, with higher-spec models up to $1029. iPad 2 prices drop amid heat concerns for new models.
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Guitar game says goodbye to button rock
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Ubisoft's Rocksmith challenges 'button rock' dominance, turning gamers into real guitarists with its groundbreaking approach.
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Special Transformers game on the way for Nintendo
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Activision announces Transformers Prime, a new game based on the CGI TV series, exclusively for Nintendo's Wii, 3DS, and DS platforms.
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Amazon refunds disappointed Mass Effect 3 player
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Amazon has issued a refund to a dissatisfied Mass Effect 3 player, as fans' backlash over the game’s ending continues to gain traction.
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The Warehouse to offer parallel imported new iPads today
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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The Warehouse to thrill NZ consumers with limited edition, parallel-imported new iPads for sale from 11am tomorrow. Get ready to click fast!.
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News: developer preview features, answers from the community, Itsy, and more!
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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New Mountain Lion developer preview brings Safari tab-syncing across devices and Twitter notifications, alongside community answers on Apple Store.
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Five years of TVNZ On Demand
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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TVNZ On Demand celebrates 5 years, boasting a 48% uplift in stream views with 70 linear years of content enjoyed by 1.8 million viewers.
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Countdown begins for Nethui 2012
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Last year's event was a sell-out; register now to have your say on topics like the digital divide, copyright, and making the most of online opportunities.
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Three million new iPads sold in opening weekend: Apple
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Apple sets record with 3 million iPads sold in opening weekend, marking the strongest launch yet, including the UK and nine other countries.
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Apple to maintain 'war chest'
Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Apple CEO Tim Cook unveils plans to utilise the firm's £100bn reserve, aiming to maintain a 'war chest' for strategic moves.
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News: Apple's plans for its cash balance, location-based reminders, Andy Ihnatko's OS X, and more!
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Apple has announced that they will be starting a stock buyback to the tune of US$10 billion starting September 1st, along with a per-share dividend of US $2.
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Govt to form special anti-scam group
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Ministry of Consumer Affairs will work with Department of Internal Affairs and NetSafe in fight against online fraud.
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Apple to announce cash plans tonight
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Apple is set to unveil its strategy for its nearly $100bn cash reserves tonight, addressing long-standing investor concerns.
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Apple detractor admits fabrications
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Critics divided as Apple critic admits fabricating tales of factory conditions in stage play, triggering debate on ethics versus impact.
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Windows 8 Consumer Preview impressions
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Microsoft's Windows 8 Consumer Preview marks a significant leap from Windows 7, blending PC and tablet usability in an adventurous overhaul.
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News: Mountain Lion developer preview 2, Apple TV teardown, ripping Blu Ray on the Mac, and more!
Sun, 18th Mar 2012
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Apple amps up its Mac game with Mountain Lion's second developer preview, unveils a beefier Apple TV, and hints at Blu-Ray support.
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Ratchet & Clank to receive HD treatment
Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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Ratchet and Clank gets an HD revival, bringing the iconic trilogy to PS3 in 1080p with multiplayer from Up Your Arsenal, reigniting PS2 nostalgia.