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iPhone 5 million
Tue, 25th Sep 2012
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Apple reports over five million devices sold just three days since its launch as increased demand pushes the company to the limit.
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Facebook's backs against the wall over private messages
Tue, 25th Sep 2012
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Social networking site says claims that users' private conversations are appearing on public timelines is false.
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Dotcom defies U.S. with mega comeback
Tue, 25th Sep 2012
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Megaupload founder prepares to come back with a vengeance across the internet as file-hosting site nears completion.
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Key “disappointed” with Dotcom spies
Tue, 25th Sep 2012
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Extradition case now at risk as Prime Minister condemns government spies but refuses to comment on why they illegally bugged the Megaupload founder.
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NZPost delivers improved online shopping
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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Plans to extend YouShop internet shopping delivery service allowing Kiwis to easily purchase goods from around the world.
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PM slams govt spies in Dotcom case
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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John Key demands answers from the national's secretive intelligence agency over 'unlawful' acquisition of Megaupload case communications.
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Fraudsters target Trade Me
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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Trade Me warns users of international cyber scammers targeting the site, but says no Kiwis have been affected so far.
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UFB build underway in Queenstown
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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Queenstown embarks on UFB rollout with Minister Amy Adams, boosting its tourist appeal with superior connectivity for businesses and visitors.
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An Apple a day keeps Samsung away
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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World's most valuable company seeks more damages from South Korean rival over alleged further design infringements.
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PS3 v Wii U: Ding Ding
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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Last week's announcement of a slimmer Playstation 3 has industry analysts wondering if the move will be a success.
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NZ legal system fails if U.S. defeats Dotcom
Fri, 21st Sep 2012
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New Zealand's legal system will have failed if the US government succeeds in the Kim Dotcom case the Court of Appeal heard today.
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Dotcom’s empire will bounce back
Fri, 21st Sep 2012
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Kim Dotcom's content sharing Megaupload empire might not keep the same moniker but will be back in some form or another if the US government's case fails.
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Apple reinvents popular music player
Fri, 21st Sep 2012
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As the excitement surrounding the release of the iPhone 5 dies down, we examine the new features of the iPod touch and iPod nano.
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Orcon's free UFB breakie this Thursday in Wgtn
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Join Orcon for a free UFB breakfast in Wellington this Thursday to explore the future of ultra-fast broadband and its benefits.
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Nintendo unite with Unity
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Nintendo announces collaboration with Unity Technologies, ushering a new era of game development for the Wii U and broadening creative possibilities.
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Dotcom disclosure unnecessary court hears
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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New Zealand court-ordered discovery of evidence held by the US Federal government is a step too far the Court of Appeal heard today.
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Documents appeal lands Dotcom in court
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Megaupload founder comes before the Court of Appeal in Wellington today to fight a U.S. appeal over next year's extradition hearings.
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Steve Jobs widow joins Forbes Rich List
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs, inherits $11bn, becoming Silicon Valley's wealthiest woman and 28th globally on Forbes Rich List.
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Sony PS3 goes slimmer and lighter
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Redesigned console hits the worldwide market as Sony aims to further accelerate the Playstation platform across the globe.
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Silly Samsung mocks Apple fans
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Samsung takes a jab at Apple by mocking its loyal followers in a new ad for the Galaxy S III, just days before iPhone 5's launch.
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Android App of the Week - Unblock Car
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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This is a really simple, easy and fun game that is the digital version of that tile grid game you probably played as kid.
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End of disc-based games for gamers?
Wed, 19th Sep 2012
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Gears of War designer Cliff Bleszinski champions download-only future for gaming, sparking debate about the end of disc-based games.
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Samsung denied Galaxy Tab trading
Wed, 19th Sep 2012
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Federal Judge maintains sales ban on tablet, vacating the September 20 hearing in which Samsung and Apple were to discuss the matter in the process.
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Need for Speed: Most Wanted Multiplayer Hands-on
Wed, 19th Sep 2012
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Criterion revs up the racing genre with a gripping multiplayer in 'Need for Speed: Most Wanted', promising heart-pounding chases and seamless cross-platform play.