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News: new Mac benchmarks, Growl and Notification Center, 17-inch MacBook Pro discontinued, and more!
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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A series of benchmarks has surfaced which appear to include a previously unseen iMac model, according to MacRumors.
TelstraClear in gun after Fair Go going-over
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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TelstraClear faces customer fury after a 'Fair Go' report details the ISP's poor response to a special deal, leading to a promise of improved service.
UFB for $59 per month?
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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Tauranga residents can now access UFB for just $59/month with EOL's LightWave Lite, the cheapest in NZ, but with a speed cap and VoIP plan buy.
Mass Effect 3 fans denied vengeance
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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UK watchdog rules publishers didn't breach advertising standards in claim that players' decisions would shape game's ending.
Sydney e-retailer implements 'Internet Explorer 7 tax'
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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Sydney's Kogan charges 6.8% 'IE7 tax' on purchases to nudge users away from outdated browser, promoting web efficiency and upgrades.
News: new MacBook Pro analysis, iFixit tears down the new MacBooks, new AirPort Express, and more!
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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The MacBook Pro with Retina display has been given to the masses, and that means that analysts like Anand from Anandtech can now get to work.
Online video market ‘large and evolving’: Sky
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Sky foresees global giants entering NZ's 'large and evolving' online video market, amidst regulatory scrutiny over competition barriers.
App of the Week: TradeMe
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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You'll never miss an auction with the online trading site's mobile offering. You just have to decide whether that's a good or bad thing.
Apple to ditch Ping
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Apple's social network, Ping, is set to be axed in the next update of iTunes as it has failed to resonate with consumers.
Cheaters won’t prosper in Max Payne 3
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Rockstar introduces a 'Cheater's Pool' in Max Payne 3, quarantining rather than banning cheaters, in a lenient take on online fairness.
Trailer: Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast have released a new trailer for the Magic: The Gathering: Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013.
Vodafone NFC trial gets thumbs-up from customers
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Vodafone's NFC payment trial in NZ garners universal praise from users, signalling a future where wallets may become obsolete.
Porn industry to cash in on tablets: analyst
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Juniper Research predicts the porn industry will see a five-fold revenue increase from tablets by 2027, capturing a third of all adult content spending.
News: Apple Design Awards, Aperture and iPhoto unified libraries, MagSafe 2, and more!
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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In the afternoon following the main WWDC Keynote, Apple announced the winners of the prestigious Apple Design Awards.
Konami to shut down Metal Gear Online tonight
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Konami bids farewell to Metal Gear Online at 23:59 JST, drawing a close to a cherished chapter in Metal Gear Solid 4's legacy.
Apple announces MacBook Pro with Retina Display
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple unveils a 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display, promising unparalleled clarity. Expect a hefty price for high-res luxury.
OS X Mountain Lion coming in July
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple announces OS X Mountain Lion for July, with new features such as Messages app and Power Nap, enhancing integration with iCloud.
What's new in iOS 6?
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple unveils iOS 6 at WWDC in San Francisco, featuring Facebook integration, Siri updates for iPad, and a new Maps app.
Three tips for smartphone security
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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More advice in recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Week.
News: new MacBook Pro with Retina display, new MacBook Air, Mountain Lion, and more!
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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One of the biggest points from this year's WWDC 2012 Keynote was the announcement of an entirely next-generation MacBook Pro with Retina display.
Four steps to cyber security
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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Martin Cocker, executive director of NetSafe, says these simple steps will greatly improve Kiwis’ online security.
No iOS 6 for original iPad: rumour
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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Latest mobile operating system expected to debut in beta tonight, but evidence suggests early device may not be supported.
Woosh doubles data caps
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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Woosh and Vodafone ramp up broadband wars, doubling data caps for users, with bonuses like free calls and unlimited site access.
News: new MacBook line, MacBook Air design patent, Melo for Last.fm scrobbling, and more!
Sun, 10th Jun 2012
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Apple teases a new MacBook lineup, bridging Air and Pro features with rumours of retina displays. Plus, a patent win could affect Ultrabooks.