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‘Facebook to shut down’ – facebookers despair
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Facebookers in shock as a fake news story claims the social network will shut down in March, sparking worldwide panic and confusion.
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The beginners guide to Google Earth
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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You’ve probably heard of Google Earth. You know the giant map that you can download to your computer and look into the backyard of your neighbours?.
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How to buy a smartphone
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Choosing the right smartphone is crucial. NetGuide's key tips ensure you don't end up with a dud for your tech needs.
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Game Consoles 2010 Game of the year: Mass Effect 2
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Mass Effect 2 hailed as 2010's Game of the Year, showcasing BioWare's prowess in storytelling and gameplay in the immersive sci-fi saga.
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Game Consoles 2010 Best downloadable game
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Limbo, the dark, puzzling adventure with minimalistic charm, named 2010's best downloadable game, proving simplicity can trump complexity.
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Game Consoles 2010 Best DLC
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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BioWare redeems itself with stellar DLC for Mass Effect 2, setting a high benchmark in 2010 by enriching the game's lore and gameplay.
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Biggest disappointment of 2010
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Final Fantasy XIII disappoints game critics with its linear gameplay, despite its stunning graphics. Fans remain divided on its merits.
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First Look: Android 3.0 “Honeycomb”
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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smartphones
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At CES in Las Vegas, Google unveiled Android 3.0 Honeycomb, designed explicitly for tablets, set to launch in early 2011.
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The most awesome upgrades for your pc
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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storage
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Revitalise your sluggish PC with easy upgrades. From boosting memory to ditching viruses, our guide will have your old computer feeling new again.
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Six things not to reveal on Facebook
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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cybersecurity
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facebook
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social media
Discover the six details you should never share on Facebook, from birthdates to holiday plans, to protect your privacy and safety.
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Take care using wi-fi
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Beware of fake wi-fi networks in public places - cyber criminals are lurking there, ready to steal your personal info.
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Blaster master
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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gaming
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Haunted by the challenge, Blaster Master remains the unsolved enigma in one gamer's NES collection, thwarted by its relentless difficulty.
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Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Many gamers see the Pokémon series as a child’s franchise. While hardcore Pokémon players can’t use the anime and the slew of spin-off titles as a good defence.
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World of warcraft: Cataclysm
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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gaming
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Hamish Bode returns to Azeroth to see what sort of magical content blizzard has summoned for the latest wow expansion.
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Disney epic Mickey
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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gaming
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technology gifts
Mickey Mouse swings back into the spotlight with a twist in Disney's Epic Mickey, showcasing a darker, more devious side of our beloved mouse.
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Game review NBA Jam
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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gaming
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NBA Jam reboot soars, melding nostalgia with new modes. It breaks from traditional hoops with big heads and fiery dunks!.
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Donkey Kong country returns
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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gaming
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nintendo
Donkey Kong Country Returns reignites nostalgia and challenges hardcore gamers, reviving the classic with a modern hardcore twist.
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Internet attack kits for dummies
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Cybercrime is becoming more accessible to a wider audience, increasing the odds that the average user will be victimised.
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Free 0133 directory service goes live
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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In an effort to turn New Zealand’s telephone directory business upside down, a new free-to-call business directory has been launched.
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LittleBigPlanet 2
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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renaissance
Sackboy mans up to deliver his most compelling offering yet and a great start to 2011 for playstation 3 owners.