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AOL closer to selling Bebo
Facebook

AOL closer to selling Bebo

AOL is reportedly finalising a deal to sell social network Bebo to Criterion Capital Partners, two years after buying it for USD $850 million.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 18th Jun 2010
Track your staff with new iPhone app
Apple

Track your staff with new iPhone app

Navman Wireless debuts a pioneering iPhone app, allowing users to track fleets in real-time at no extra cost, enhancing vehicle management.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 18th Jun 2010
22% of all time online is social networking - report
Google

22% of all time online is social networking - report

A Nielsen report reveals that 22% of all online time is dedicated to social networking, with Facebook and YouTube leading the charge.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2010
PlayStation Move docking charger revealed
Gaming

PlayStation Move docking charger revealed

PlayStation reveals a new US$30 Move docking charger, but no word yet on multi-controller versions, despite Move supporting up to seven controller sets.

By Chris Leggett • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2010
Report: Rural NZ left behind without broadband
Unified Communications

Report: Rural NZ left behind without broadband

Nearly 3/4 of rural NZ fear youth are at a disadvantage without broadband, affecting education, IT skills, and social opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2010
The games of E3 - Konami
Gaming

The games of E3 - Konami

Silent Hill 8, Metal Gear Solid: Rising, Castlevania: Harmony of Despair and more showcased at Konami's press conference.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2010
2degrees launches prepay assault
Unified Communications

2degrees launches prepay assault

Firm slashes prepay calls between networks by almost a third, claiming the lowest calling rate in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2010
Apple's iPhone 4 pre-order fail
Apple

Apple's iPhone 4 pre-order fail

US customers were turned away or abandoned the pre-order process in frustration, says a very apologetic Apple.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2010
Gears of War 3's Beast Mode footage revealed
Gaming

Gears of War 3's Beast Mode footage revealed

Gears of War 2 pioneered the much-copied Horde Mode back in 2008. Now Epic Games has unveiled Beast Mode, where the player takes control of... the Locust.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
UPDATE: Firefight (with matchmaking) confirmed for Halo: Reach
Gaming

UPDATE: Firefight (with matchmaking) confirmed for Halo: Reach

Halo: Reach revamps its Firefight multiplayer mode with matchmaking, promising a new and improved experience for fans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
62% of children have had a negative online experience
Cyberbullying

62% of children have had a negative online experience

A Norton survey reveals 62% of children have faced negative online experiences, feeling 'angry', 'upset' or 'afraid'. Parents, take note and act.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
Sony confirms NZ PlayStation Move launch details
Gaming

Sony confirms NZ PlayStation Move launch details

Find out when you can get your hands on the motion-control technology showcased at E3 and how much it's likely to cost.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
New Mac mini now available
Wireless Networks

New Mac mini now available

Apple unveils revamped Mac mini with doubled graphics, HDMI and SD slot, starting at NZD$1,299. Boasts sleek design and energy efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
The games of E3 - Sony
Gaming

The games of E3 - Sony

A couple of big surprises from Sony, but mostly a concerted push on its impending 3D invasion and the accuracy of PlayStation Move.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
The games of E3 - Nintendo
Gaming

The games of E3 - Nintendo

The long-rumoured 3DS is confirmed, but Nintendo also had a few surprises in store with the return of some familiar and popular faces.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010
YouTube searches for 'world's most creative video'
Digital Entertainment

YouTube searches for 'world's most creative video'

YouTube and the Guggenheim Museum are on a quest to find the most creative video in the world. Submissions are open until July 31, 2010.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2010
The games of E3 - Ubisoft
Gaming

The games of E3 - Ubisoft

Ubisoft was next in line to showcase its upcoming range of titles, with more than a few surprises up the publisher's sleeve.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2010
Kiwi World Cup Google doodle is live
Google

Kiwi World Cup Google doodle is live

Google celebrates the World Cup with a football-themed doodle designed by 15-year-old Holly Pierce, live on the NZ homepage for 24 hours.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2010
The games of E3 - Microsoft
Gaming

The games of E3 - Microsoft

Microsoft secures exclusive first rights to Call of Duty: Black Ops add-ons for Xbox 360, with a new trailer unveiled at E3.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2010