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News: EPEAT again, fixes for 2012 MacBooks, 1024 pixel icons in the MAS, and more!
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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The long and the short of is, Apple pulled all their products from the EPEAT product registry, then put them back after the public outcry.
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Steve Sinofsky sets Windows 8 release date
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Microsoft locks in 26 October for Windows 8 launch, promises upgrades and new PCs alongside Surface tablets, says Windows division chief.
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Trailer: Metro: Last Light
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Dive into the depths with the new Metro: Last Light trailer, promising post-apocalyptic thrills and a storyline that might just outshine Call of Duty.
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Steve Jobs barred from US patent trial
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Judge approves request from Apple to have late CEO’s ‘thermonuclear’ statement discounted in court proceedings.
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Do you forget your daily deal purchases?
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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If you’re a fan of so-called ‘daily deal’ sites, chances are you’ve experienced the frustration of paying for a deal.
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YouTube enables face blurring to protect dissidents
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Google has launched a new tool which allows users to blur out faces in videos to protect themselves from government retribution.
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Apple forced to admit Samsung didn't copy iPad
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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UK court orders Apple to declare Samsung didn't copy iPad design in a notable defeat for the tech giant.
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NZ lags in middle of OECD broadband rankings
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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NZ at 17th in OECD for broadband penetration, trailing Switzerland but leading Australia. Hopes for UFB to boost future rankings.
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News: iCloud email addresses, Thunderbolt display issues, Skype updated, and more!
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Apple introduces @icloud.com emails, tackles Thunderbolt display issues, and updates Skype in their latest roll-out. More on 9to5Mac.
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Bikini bonus for Tekken Tag pre-orders
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Namco Bandai Games has announced that Tekken Tag Tournament 2 will feature 150 swimsuit character costumes as pre-order bonus content.
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Orcon throws down gauntlet with free fibre deal
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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State-owned ISP offers consumers, schools and businesses UFB internet for $0 per month - so what's the catch?.
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New Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is pregnant
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Marissa Mayer takes over as Yahoo CEO while revealing she's 6 months pregnant, showcasing the board's modern approach to leadership.
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Yahoo names Google's Marissa Mayer as new CEO
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Marissa Mayer, formerly of Google, takes the helm as Yahoo's new CEO, marking the company's third leadership change in a year.
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News: 2012 MacBook Air review, Game Center and Chess in Mountain Lion, retina 1Password, and more!
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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2012 MacBook Air impresses in latest review; Mountain Lion updates bring Game Center and revamped Chess; 1Password goes Retina; Ex-Apple exec joins Parallels.
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Forgot your Lotto ticket? Just use your mobile
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Never miss a Lotto draw again! MyLotto's mobile site lets you buy tickets and check results on the go, catering to NZ's mobile-first trend.
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Is your CV up to scratch? Find out online
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Unveil the secrets to a perfect CV with Careers NZ's new 'Know Your CV' online tool, ensuring your application stands out in today's job market.
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Gamers respond to NZ Xbox bust-up
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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NZ youth calls cops on dad for taking Xbox over bad grades, sparking widespread gamer debate on parental control and gaming rights.
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Apple to offer icloud.com email addresses
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Apple to launch @icloud.com email addresses with iOS 6, replacing @me.com for iCloud users and signalling expanded service offerings.
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Google tech advocate to address Auckland conference
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Google Chief Technology Advocate Mike T Jones will be among a group of digital experts from across the globe descending on Auckland.
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Microsoft reveals latest Office refresh
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Microsoft unveils a revamped Office suite, enhancing cloud and tablet integration, alongside its Windows 8 efforts.
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Smaller, cheaper iPad coming this year: NYT
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Apple preps for tablet wars with a smaller, more affordable iPad, eagerly eyeing Amazon and Google's market share, reveals the NYT.
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Layman’s explanation of Pinterest
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Unlock the world of virtual pinboards with Pinterest, a place to organise and share web discoveries from recipes to home décor.
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News: Retina MacBook Pro and EPEAT, Mountain Lion launch date, North Carolina data center, and more!
Mon, 16th Jul 2012
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Apple's MacBook Pro with Retina may lose its EPEAT gold amid a possible review, ahead of the anticipated Mountain Lion launch on July 25.
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Facebook enables visitor tracking
Mon, 16th Jul 2012
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Facebook introduces feature allowing users to see who visits their group pages, sparking debates on privacy and potential changes in user behavior.