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BBM for Android and iOS available this weekend…

Fri, 20th Sep 2013
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Previously exclusive to BlackBerry smartphones, BBM will be available as a free download in Google Play and the App StoreSM.
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Review: Acer C7 Chromebook

Wed, 18th Sep 2013
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Acer's C7 Chromebook review: A Google Cloud enthusiast's dream. Slim, quick, and cloud-connected, it's tailored for the web-savvy user.
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#Socialmediaruinedmylife – How not to regret using social media

Tue, 17th Sep 2013
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Many have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks.
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Is Google right, do we have “no legitimate expectation of privacy” in email?

Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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Microsoft accuses Google of invading privacy by reading emails and intercepting personal data transmitted on private Wi-Fi routers.
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Facebook, Google & Microsoft launch govt privacy petitions

Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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Tech giants Facebook, Google and Microsoft have released statements requesting greater transparency when it comes to gathering public data.
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Android App Review: Google Play Music

Mon, 9th Sep 2013
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Google Play Music's entrance rattles rivals, offering an iTunes-esque free service and a paid All Access akin to Spotify.
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NZ financial results for Synnex, Sony, Google, Acer and Imation

Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech firms in NZ show mixed results; Synnex thrives with profit and revenue up, contrasting with Sony's sharp decline.
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Google refreshes NZ Street View

Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Tech giant launches major refresh of Street View, giving Kiwis access to post-earthquake Christchurch among other cities.
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Has social media #ruinedyourlife...?

Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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There are many among us who have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks...
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Android App Review: Virtual Dentist Surgery

Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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Dive into the peculiar world of virtual dentistry with 'Virtual Dentist Surgery', an app that's raising eyebrows more than it's raising fun.
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Google creates HelpOuts

Sun, 1st Sep 2013
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Google's new 'HelpOuts' service in beta lets small businesses and Fortune 500s offer paid expertise through video sessions similar to Hangouts.
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Google and Microsoft, we need to talk…

Wed, 21st Aug 2013
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Data Centres need to talk to each other more to avoid the sort of outages that have hit Google and Microsoft in recent weeks.
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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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Google Street View Trekker takes on the Abel Tasman

Tue, 20th Aug 2013
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Google has brought its Trekker camera to New Zealand to capture Street View imagery of the country's Great Walks.
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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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Android and Windows grow as iOS slows…

Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Apple's iOS market share dropped in Q2 2013 despite strong shipments, while Android and Windows Phone saw growth. Apple hopes to rebound with new launches.
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Ex-Google exec becomes first Facebook CMO

Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Social networking site hires former Motorola Mobility advisor to expand the company brand, becoming the first Chief Marketing Officer at the firm.
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Microsoft joins the party… slams NZ Telco bill

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Microsoft criticises NZ's Telco bill, joining tech titans in warning against threats to privacy and industry growth.
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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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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.