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Android App Review: Death Drive

Tue, 20th Aug 2013
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This app is an ugly, broken, thrown-together embarrassment made for the sole purpose of exposing people to ads and gouging out what little cash they can.
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Microsoft: The limits of Google's openness

Fri, 16th Aug 2013
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Microsoft takes aim at long-time rival Google, questioning the company's decision to once again block the YouTube app for Windows Phone.
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Microsoft extends apps ahead of Windows 8.1 launch

Fri, 16th Aug 2013
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Ahead of the Windows 8.1 launch, Microsoft expands its app offerings, including IE, Bing, Skype, aiming for a seamless device experience.
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Android App Review: Stick Fighter

Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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I'd love to make cartoons but I'm lazy. So if there was an app that let me make basic animations on my phone, that'd be great. Right?.
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Top tips to avoid explosive rises in IT asset costs

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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CIOs prioritize cost reduction in IT, but ITAM and procurement professionals face 8 disruptive forces that could increase IT asset costs - Gartner.
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Air New Zealand launches mobile booking service

Wed, 7th Aug 2013
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Customers can now book domestic tickets on the fly, straight from their smartphone's web browser or via the airline's mobile travel app - mPass.
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Kiwi app 'Get Home Safe' aims to save lives

Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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NZ's 'Get Home Safe' app, a pioneering tool by Boyd Peacock, offers live safety tracking, aiming to protect individuals during solo activities.
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Marine life app makes school trips interactive

Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Auckland Museum's NZ Marine Life App transforms school beach trips with interactive learning, featuring details on over 260 marine species.
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Android App Review: G Cloud Backup

Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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G Cloud Backup: The app that saves your contacts, messages and more, ready to be reinstalled onto a new phone.
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DIY apps being built by schools

Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Murrays Bay Intermediate School embraces DIY tech, successfully launching their own app, enhancing communication with parents.
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Can Xbox One run WinRT apps?

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Emerging rumours and a code leak suggest the next-gen Xbox One might run WinRT apps, hinting at a big leap in app compatibility.
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Android joins the Office 365 app party

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Android users rejoice as Office 365 now extends its app suite to include them, promising seamless productivity across devices.
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Microsoft's Warwick Grey: Nursing the skills

Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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He may have abandoned a career as a psychiatric nurse, but Microsoft's partner account manager says that early job has stood him in good stead.
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For your thighs only… first Google Glass Porn released

Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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After a ban, 'Tits and Glass' makes a cheeky comeback with the first Google Glass adult film, pushing the boundaries of tech in the bedroom.
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The future of TV is here…

Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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Apps herald a TV revolution, transforming viewing habits with the advent of smart technology, led by innovation and connectivity.
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Top 10 tips for avoiding app rejection

Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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There can be nothing more frustrating than sweating for hours developing your app for public consumption only to have it rejected by an app store.
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Wearable devices...the next big frontier for apps

Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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A new wave of wearable devices is set to hit the market, creating a new frontier for app companies to make our lives easier.
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Westpac banking on crowdsourcing app advice

Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Westpac aims to revolutionise mobile banking in NZ, offering $70k for the best app ideas from local developers.
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Making maths fun

Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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A New Zealand app, The Math Machine, is turning maths into a game, aiming to transform kids' learning experiences.
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Android App Review: Blendoku

Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
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Blendoku: a deceptively simple colour gradient puzzle that evolves into a challenging, vibrant game. An ideal blend of fun and artistry.