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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Three tips for smartphone security
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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More advice in recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Week.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.