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Cisco to close Flip business
Wed, 13th Apr 2011
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550 employees to go as Cisco exits most of its consumer businesses to realign its operations. Full details inside.

Mortal Kombat delayed in NZ?
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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A local retailer claims that Mortal Kombat won't release on its scheduled April 21st release date in New Zealand.

Kiwi telcos and consumer groups fight UFB bill
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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An 11-strong group of telecommunications companies and consumer advocate groups have opposed the government's ultra fast broadband bill.

Path of Exile second-act trailer revealed
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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New Path of Exile trailer unveils exciting second act with dense forests, a novel 'Duelist' class, and dynamic 'Combo Charges'.

Review: Battlefield Play4Free
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Battlefield Play4Free combines the best of the series in a gritty, team-based PC shooter that's cost-free, if not entirely free from flaws.

PSP 3000 discounted
Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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Sony slashes PSP 3000 price to $239.99 in NZ from April 11, offering a budget-friendly gateway to portable gaming and entertainment.

Authorised Steve Jobs biography due 2012
Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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Simon and Schuster to publish Walter Isaacson's iSteve: The Book of Jobs in 2022, featuring insights from Jobs himself and 100+ interviews.

Google buys PushLife
Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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Google acquires PushLife, aiming to enhance non-Apple phone music experiences by integrating iTunes libraries across various devices.

Review: PlayStation Move Heroes
Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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PlayStation Move Heroes Review: Despite promising heroes in action, it falls short, offering more for young kids than fans.

Third official L.A. Noire trailer unveiled
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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Rockstar unveils the third L.A. Noire trailer, featuring in-game footage of Phelps tackling corruption and crime in the LAPD, set for May 20 release.

Mortal Kombat: Legacy premiere announced
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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Find out where and when you can catch Kevin Tancharoen's live-action shorts in the lead-up to the release of Mortal Kombat later this month.

Review: SHIFT 2: Unleashed
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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SHIFT 2: Unleashed revs up thrilling races and heart-stopping moments, pushing the boundaries of racing simulations.

Google working on major YouTube overhaul
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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YouTube will be redesigned in an effort to compete with broadcast and cable television, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Android to own 49% of the smartphone market by 2012
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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By 2012, Android set to dominate the global smartphone market with a 49% share, sparking a price drop and democratising technology access.

ESPN launches live-streaming iOS app
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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ESPN's new iOS app revolutionises sports streaming for US subscribers, bringing ESPN channels directly to mobile devices.

Review: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters enchants with its vibrant rendition of Augusta, offering golfing zealots an immersive shot at wearing the Green Jacket.

CharlieQuotes
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Unleash your inner winner with CharlieQuotes, the new app packed with Charlie Sheen's iconic lines. Get weekly updates and troll-proof your life!.

Fibre Watch: Don’t quote me on that
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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At Auckland's SkyCity, telco leaders shared quips and confessions at Tel.Con 11, revealing the industry's lighter side amidst challenges.

Minecraft nets over NZ$40M
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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In one of gaming's most unlikely success stories, Minecraft creator Markus Persson contends his indie, sandbox crafting game has made him a super-rich man.

Consumers don't trust govt's UFB bill
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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A poll of New Zealand consumers shows they don't trust the government's ultra-fast broadband bill and want the Commerce Commission retained as watchdog.