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Plasma/LCD TVs up, digital cameras down
Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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Ownership of plasma and LCD TVs has surged since 2007, while digital cameras decline as smartphone usage rises, according to Roy Morgan.
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We're working on a tablet: Nokia exec
Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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smartphones
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windows
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nokia
Design chief says he spends about a third of his workday on tablet development, although Nokia HQ remains coy about details.
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New iPad hits shelves, Apple shares hit new peak
Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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Apple shares soar to a record high of USD $600 as the new iPad hits shelves in 10 countries, continuing a remarkable 50% growth over the past three months.
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Countdown finally begins for Diablo III
Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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gaming
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blizzard
After a decade, Diablo III release date set for May 15, 2012, Blizzard reveals. Fans can expect five character classes and special WoW offer.
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News: the new Apple TV, iTunes 1080p content, 15-inch MacBook Air, and more!
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Apple ups the game with 1080p Apple TV, while rumours swirl around a 15-inch MacBook Air launch, potentially ending the MacBook Pro era.
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Sega bringing Total War to mobiles
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Developers insist title is not a port of PC version but a 're-imagining' designed specifically for touch interfaces.
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Scammers target Pinterest
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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symantec
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pinterest
Pinterest users warned of rising scams as the site becomes a hotbed for cybercriminals luring unsuspecting members with fake offers.
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Game review: Alan Wake's American Nightmare
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Alan Wake's American Nightmare dazzles with a blend of horror and action, shining a light on Xbox Live Arcade's prowess. Rating: 8.5/10.
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Consumers jump at Maxnet unlimited deal
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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maxnet
Maxnet's new unlimited broadband deal entices Kiwis, filling the waitlist quickly as consumers seek to end frustrating data caps.
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Iguana & Rhino in new Amazing Spider-Man trailer
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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movies
More info on upcoming title set to release in conjunction with new movie; could this be Spider-Man's Arkham Asylum?.
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19 Imagine Cup finalists named
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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microsoft
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microsoft imagine cup
From over 400 submissions, these are the teams that will compete for a chance to represent New Zealand at the worldwide finals.
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Guild Wars 2 beta tests ramp up
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mmo
One million people sign up for beta taking place before the end of this month; here's how you can get on board for future sneak peeks.
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News: Nvidia GPU production issues, Aperture and Firefox updates, MacUpdate bundle, and more!
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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According to MacRumors, issues with Nvidia GPU production are forcing Apple to strongly consider the onboard integrated graphics for future Mac laptops.
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Beware St Patrick’s Day scams!
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
St Patrick's Day warning: Pledges of Irish luck in emails may harbour malware, says Chillisoft CEO. Safeguard your data by avoiding unknown links.
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Game review: Street Fighter X Tekken
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The crossover fighting game fans have been awaiting for almost a decade has finally arrived; does it deliver?.
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Telcos agree to additional compliance measure
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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telstraclear
TCF members to self-certify compliance to industry regulations, with companies breaching rules to be 'named and shamed'.
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Kiwi startup looks to make reviews matter
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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partner programmes
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customer service
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2review
How many online critiques have you read that turned out to be wildly off the mark? 2review founder Mark Thomas thinks there's a better way.
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App of the Week: Kindle
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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apps
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kindle
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From skeptic to fan, the Kindle app transforms reading on small screens, proving indispensable for busy commutes and avid readers alike.
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News: optical Thunderbolt cables, Safari 5.1.4, Sonora for Mac, and more
Tue, 13th Mar 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Latest tech round-up: Optical Thunderbolt cables poised to increase speed and distance, Safari 5.1.4 improves performance, and Sonora beautifies Mac audio.
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Surprise at Yahoo's 'bald-faced' Facebook lawsuit
Tue, 13th Mar 2012
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cloud services
Former powerhouse launches patent claim with opponent’s IPO just months away; is it a last desperate effort or just good business sense?.