FutureFive New Zealand - Consumer technology news & reviews from the future

All stories - Page 573

Story image
iPhone 5 tops Yahoo obsession search
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
#
apple
#
smartphones
#
technology gifts
Apple's iPhone 5 reigns as Yahoo's most obsessed search in 2012, on top of the tech world and overshadowing other global fascinations.
Story image
Ruckus wireless used for The Hobbit premiere
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
#
cloud services
#
network infrastructure
#
network management
Ruckus Wireless hailed for stellar performance at The Hobbit premiere in Wellington, supporting the city's busiest Wi-Fi day ever.
Story image
iPhone 5 heading to South Korea
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
#
smartphones
#
apple
#
technology gifts
Apple plans to release new smartphone into Samsung's backyard this friday, as well as 50 other countries in December.
Story image
December closure date for The Daily
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
#
apple
#
technology gifts
#
ipad
Rupert Murdoch to shut The Daily next week, citing a $30m loss and just 100k subscribers after a 21-month run, failing to meet targets.
Story image
ANZ goMoney goes Android for smartphones
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
smartphones
#
technology gifts
#
mobile apps
ANZ expands mobile banking with goMoney app now available for Android users, offering a host of services on the go.
Story image
Review: Ratchet & Clank: Q Force
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
gaming
#
reviews
#
technology gifts
Ratchet and Clank: Q Force marks a controversial shift from platforming to tower defence, failing to captivate as past titles did.
Story image
Be a part of NZ history with Trade Me
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
nz
#
trade me
#
wellington
Online auction site invites Kiwis to be part of New Zealand history through 100 year time capsule.
Story image
November net worth increases $3.5 billion for Zuckerberg
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
facebook
#
nz
#
labour party
As Facebook comes under criticism for low tax payments in NZ, company stock increases by nearly US$7 a share during November.
Story image
Review: Hitman: Absolution Xbox 360
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
gaming
#
reviews
#
technology gifts
Hitman: Absolution marks the return of gaming’s original assassin, IO Interactive’s bald and barcoded killer known only as Agent 47.
Story image
AVG updates anti-virus for Android and iOS
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
apple
#
smartphones
#
technology gifts
Mobile security provider responds to growth in mobile security with new safe browsers across operating systems.
Story image
Top 5: Tips for xmas online shopping
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
#
christmas
#
sales
#
shopping
How to keep money in your pocket by the end of the holiday season.
Story image
Review: PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
gaming
#
reviews
#
technology gifts
There have been a number of fighting games released over the years that assembled a number of characters from different franchises.
Story image
PC petition for GTV V hits 100,000 signatures
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
gaming
#
pc hardware
#
technology gifts
Over 100,000 signatures flood a petition demanding GTV V's release on PC, showcasing gamers' sheer determination for inclusion.
Story image
Wii U arrives in NZ
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
gaming
#
technology gifts
#
nintendo
The next-generation is finally here, so take the day off work, close the curtains, lock your doors and put your social life on hold...
Story image
Ratchet and Clank launches new title
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
gaming
#
technology gifts
#
ratchet & clank
One of Playstation’s longest-running and most popular franchises adds new title to its ranks, but don’t expect the Ratchet and Clank series to finish just yet.
Story image
iTunes 11 available for download
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
apple
#
technology gifts
#
icloud
After delays, Apple rolls out iTunes 11 with a sleek interface and iCloud integration, just before its November deadline.
Story image
Seven arrested in Australia’s largest credit card data theft
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
cybersecurity
#
cios
#
banking
Joint international criminal investigation close down the largest credit card data theft in Australia’s history.
Story image
Dotcom closing in on NZ mansion
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
mega
#
megaupload
Kim Dotcom's potential purchase of a $30 million mansion in New Zealand is a step closer as extradition proceedings keep him in the country.
Story image
Microsoft sells 40 million Windows 8 licences
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
microsoft
#
windows
#
ndi
Microsoft triumphs with 40 million Windows 8 licenses sold in just one month, outshining Windows 7's launch.
Story image
Labour slams Facebook NZ’s $14k tax bill
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
#
facebook
#
tax
#
labour party
Facebook New Zealand criticised for paying only $14,500 tax last year; Labour calls for action against tax loopholes.
Story image
Samsung to pay Apple $129,000 per day
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
#
apple
#
smartphones
#
technology gifts
South Korean company ordered to make payment after Dutch high court ruling, on top of maintaining their Galaxy Devices ban.
Story image
Android App of the Week - Who wants to be a Millionaire?
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
#
apps
#
graphics
I do! But for now I will be happy to play this well-loved TV trivia game just for funsies on my phone.
Story image
Smart TV sales to smash 50 million in 2012
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
#
digital entertainment
#
smart tv
#
lg
Smart TV sales are set to reach 54 million by the end of the year, with worldwide sales expected to reach 220 million by 2017.
Story image
Next year Nexus sales to hit 9.6 million
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
#
apple
#
smartphones
#
technology gifts
Google's Nexus sales forecast dipped to 9.6M for next year amid stiff competition, down from a lofty 14.6M, as it battles giants like Apple.