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Treyarch acknowledges DICE's 'visually stunning' Frostbite 2.0 engine
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Josh Olin admits that the competition's new engine is a looker, but contends that Treyarch's own could match it with a few upgrades.

Minister: AU rating system the 'laughing stock of the developed world'
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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The Australian game-classification debate heats up even further with the Federal Government making moves to force a decision in a few months' time.

Metacritic launches iPhone and iPad game reviews
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Games for iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad will feature among the reviews listed on popular review-aggregation site Metacritic.

Turn this Twitter setting on
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Twitter has introduced an essential setting that allows users to always use HTTPS, enhancing security, especially on public WiFi. Activate it via your settings.

Google cracks down on counterfeit AdWords
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Google takes aim at online counterfeiters, revamping AdWords to tackle the fake goods market, vows quicker action on trademark complaints.

iPad 2 launch delayed in Japan
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Apple postpones the iPad 2's Japan launch due to last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami, focusing on recovery efforts.

More IT equipment needed for Christchurch
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Christchurch's recovery needs more IT equipment; RemarkIT leads donation drive with NZ Trade and Enterprise aiming to bridge the digital gap.

THQ stock dives following middling Homefront scores
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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The speculative-fiction FPS stumbles out of the starting blocks, which sees a massive share-price dive for its publisher.

Batman: Arkham City gameplay trailer surfaces
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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The first gameplay footage from Warner Bros.' upcoming sequel to Batman: Arkham Asylum shows off a few of Batman's new tricks.

Ubisoft announces guitar game 'Rocksmith'
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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It seems that when one door closes, another opens, with Ubisoft set to launch another guitar game following the axing of Activision's Guitar Hero.

Internet Explorer 9 goes live
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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Microsoft unleashes Internet Explorer 9, promising top-notch performance and eyeing a slice of the modern web's pie.

New, 1080p Battlefield 3 screens surface
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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Fifteen 1080p screens from Battlefield 3's campaign have emerged, offering a fresh glimpse into the game's stunning visuals.

Microsoft Zune: 2006 - 2011
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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After failing to challenge iPod, all future Zune hardware devices will be scrapped in favour of focussing on Zune software.

TravelSIM undercuts Telecom, Vodafone roaming
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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TravelSIM shakes up NZ telco scene with roaming rates a quarter of competitors, offering Kiwis massive savings on international calls.

BioWare teases Mass Effect 2 Arrival DLC
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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BioWare teases upcoming Mass Effect 2 DLC 'Arrival' through social media engagement, offering more content with every milestone reached.

RuneScape dev to make Transformers MMO
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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Jagex, creators of RuneScape, to develop a Transformers MMO in collaboration with Hasbro, promising an epic gaming experience for 2012.

Australian Mortal Kombat classification appeal fails
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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The second attempt by Warner Bros. to receive Australian classification for Mortal Kombat has proved unsuccessful for the publisher.

Sony launches new internet TV range
Mon, 14th Mar 2011
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Sony's new Bravia range in NZ brings IPTV to life, offering internet channels, streaming services, and smart song ID features.

2degrees: 500 free texts for ChCh customers
Mon, 14th Mar 2011
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2degrees steps up for Christchurch, offering customers 500 free texts to connect with loved ones amid trying times.

Kiwi online banking increases 15%
Mon, 14th Mar 2011
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Kiwis are flocking to online banking, with Westpac reporting a sharp 15% rise in users, reaching a daily average of 160,000.