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Apple unveils Liquid Glass design for unified software update

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Apple unveils its Liquid Glass design, a translucent interface material to unify software across iOS, macOS, watchOS, iPadOS, and tvOS with dynamic visuals.
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Apple unveils design overhaul & new AI tools for developers

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Apple has unveiled Liquid Glass design and AI-powered developer tools across its platforms, including Xcode 26 and a new Foundation Models framework.
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Hands-on Review: Cricut Maker 4 brings pro-grade crafting to the desktop

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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The Cricut Maker 4 is a powerful, fast desktop tool for precise DIY crafting, but its software issues may test users' patience.
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Hands-on Review - Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Sennheiser's Profile Streaming Set offers pro-level sound, tactile controls, and a sturdy boom arm in a simple, plug-and-play USB mic ideal for creators and streamers.
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Xero introduces Tap to Pay on iPhone for NZ small businesses

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Xero has launched Tap to Pay on iPhone in New Zealand, enabling small businesses to accept contactless payments via the Xero app without extra hardware.
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Google unveils new Gemini AI app features, launches paid plans

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Google has launched new features for its Gemini AI app, including free Gemini Live and advanced tools via paid plans priced at USD $19.99 and $249.99 monthly.
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Zoho unveils Ulaa Enterprise for secure, privacy-first browsing

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Zoho launches Ulaa Enterprise, a secure, privacy-focused browser designed to enhance organisational control and reduce IT workload from USD $1/month per device.
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BlackFog unveils AI update to detect dormant cyber attackers

Tue, 6th May 2025
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BlackFog updates its AI-powered platform to detect dormant cyber attackers by baseline activity, bolstering defences against advanced persistent and insider threats.
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Moloco named among top five global mobile ad platforms for 2025

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Moloco ranks among the world's top five mobile advertising platforms in the 2025 Singular ROI Index, joining Meta, Google, Apple Ads, and TikTok.
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World Password Day highlights security trends, future shifts

Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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World Password Day highlights the importance of strong, unique passwords and emerging passwordless technologies for enhanced security against cyber threats.
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Marketers embrace privacy, with 50% of users opting into tracking

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Global user opt-in for app tracking reaches 50%, with iOS ad spend up 26% as marketers embrace privacy-focused strategies post-Apple's ATT rollout.
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YourRide rebrands to highlight safety & sustainability

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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YourRide, New Zealand's top taxi app, celebrates a decade of service with a rebrand, prioritising safety and sustainability in transport technology.
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Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.
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New SparkCat Trojan targets AppStore & Google Play users

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.
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AppsFlyer report: hybrid monetisation reshapes app revenue

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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AppsFlyer's 2024 report reveals a shift towards hybrid monetization in apps, essential for optimising revenue as user acquisition costs rise.
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Apple launches new iOS & macOS updates with AI features

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Apple has launched iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 updates in Australia and New Zealand, introducing new features powered by Apple Intelligence.
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Kudosity launches RCS beta testing in the Asia Pacific

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Kudosity has launched beta testing for Rich Communication Services in the Asia Pacific, inviting businesses to enhance customer engagement through innovative messaging.
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Apple's support boosts RCS adoption among global brands

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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A recent study by Sinch reveals over 70% of brands view Rich Communication Services as a key channel for customer communication in five years.
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New Relic named a Leader in Gartner 2024 Magic Quadrant

Mon, 28th Oct 2024
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New Relic has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Monitoring, praised for its visionary integrations and customer satisfaction.
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Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing

Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Mobile game Kinder World, born out of the pandemic, fosters mental wellbeing by merging virtual houseplant care with therapeutic activities.