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NZ video games growth continues
Thu, 13th Sep 2012
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Local gaming industry nearly doubles in the last two years with 73 commercial video games released in past twelve months.
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Can Telehealth shape the future of medical treatment?
Thu, 13th Sep 2012
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The provision of healthcare services and information by telecommunication methods could hold the potential to change the way we receive medical care.
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Apple unveils new iPhone 5
Thu, 13th Sep 2012
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Apple launches iPhone 5 in San Francisco with a larger screen, slimmer design, and new connector, setting stage to reclaim smartphone lead.
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Shock, horror: Mobility and social networking the new target for cyber miscreants
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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In what should come as no surprise at all, it appears the new frontiers opening up for the malcontents of the connected world are smartphones and social networking sites.
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Game console graphics as good as Avatar?
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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One of the brains behind next-generation gaming engines says that the Xbox 720 and Playstation 4 will produce graphics to rival James Cameron’s Avatar.
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Facebook warfare as Taliban dupe Aussie troops
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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Terrorist group uses social networking site to steal military secrets from love-sick soldiers.
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Labour tables alternative patent clause
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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Labour proposes alternative amendment to combat the government's Patents Bill, which they say will stifle New Zealand's software sector.
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Can Apple sell 10m iPhones in three weeks?
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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Experts forecasting iPhone 5 sales to significantly top last years records, beating Samsung's Galaxy S III in the process.
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Dishonored – First Impressions
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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Dishonored offers a unique blend of steam-punk action and moral complexity. First impressions from New Zealand hail its atmospheric gameplay.
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.kiwi.nz pushes registrations past half-million mark
Tue, 11th Sep 2012
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.nz registrations surpass 500,000 as new second level domain .kiwi.nz drives growth and local businesses choose country domains over generic names.
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Florida company loses Apple ID's not FBI
Tue, 11th Sep 2012
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Florida firm BlueToad admits to losing millions of Apple IDs, debunking claims of an FBI breach, as they vow to rectify the mistake.
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Corporate market cash boost for Apple
Tue, 11th Sep 2012
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Apple set to propel corporate tech investment, selling $17bn in Macs and iPads by end of 2012, driving a potential 35% sales increase by 2023.
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GoDaddy goes down
Tue, 11th Sep 2012
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World's largest domain registrar experiencing major downtime potentially causing millions of websites to go down.
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Apple chief pep talks troops
Tue, 11th Sep 2012
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Company's head of retail praises staff and hints at a number of improvements for 2013 during quarterly speech.
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Internet stuck in five-year traffic jam
Mon, 10th Sep 2012
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International internet traffic quadruples over five years thanks faster broadband speeds and an online video boom.
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Catching the gaming collection bug
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Gamers rejoice as the Killzone HD collection drops, offering a nostalgic trio of classics along with free multiplayer packs.
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Judge denies Apple rescheduling motion
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Judge Lucy Koh turns down Apple's bid to reschedule court dates in legal battle with Samsung, cementing separate hearings.
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Nokia sorry for fake smartphone ad
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Nokia issues apology for misleading ad, confessing Lumia 920's showcased image quality was filmed by a cameraman, not the smartphone itself.
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Amazon turns up Apple heat with Kindle Fires
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Amazon challenges Apple with new Kindle Fires, launching four models including a high-resolution 8.9-inch version, reigniting the tablet wars.
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Facebook shares rise after Zuckerberg pledge
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Social networking site reports stock increase after CEO and founder promising to hold onto shares for at least a year.
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PS Vita play goes remote
Thu, 6th Sep 2012
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PS Vita introduces remote play for God of War 1 and 2 and more, transforming how classics are enjoyed with a patch download.
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Opinion: Kim Dotcom is not your friend
Thu, 6th Sep 2012
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Kim Dotcom's charm offensive on Twitter may veil his true intentions — always consider his past actions and real agenda before support.
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NetGuide Kim Dotcom Edition on sale now
Thu, 6th Sep 2012
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Discover a new side of Kim Dotcom in NetGuide's latest issue. From mansion tours to TV appearances, is he a criminal or cult-hero? Plus, tech reviews and gift ideas for Dad.
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Apple denies FBI device ID list
Thu, 6th Sep 2012
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Apple distances itself from a hacker group's claim of stealing 12m device identification numbers from an FBI laptop.