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Has the future of sex arrived?
Durex

Has the future of sex arrived?

Durex has revealed it is diversifying into digital technology ahead of a major product launch that is said to help users...

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2015
Kiwi teacher's blog named in Global Top 12 Teacher Blogs
EduTech

Kiwi teacher's blog named in Global Top 12 Teacher Blogs

New Zealand teacher Richard Wells's educational blog has been celebrated in CMRubinWorld's prestigious Global Top 12 Teacher Blogs list.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jan 2015
CORRECT: Telogis seeks to double workers in NZ after opening bigger R&D hub in Christchurch
Fleet Management

CORRECT: Telogis seeks to double workers in NZ after opening bigger R&D hub in Christchurch

Telogis, whose cloud-based location intelligence software is used in more than 100 countries, is kicking off a delayed job recruitment drive in New.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2014
Finzsoft acquires Sush Mobile to strengthen next generation solutions
Apps

Finzsoft acquires Sush Mobile to strengthen next generation solutions

Finzsoft acquires mobile innovation firm Sush Mobile, gearing up to lead next-gen fintech solutions with enhanced capabilities and reach.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2014

Global Stories

Climate change and sustainability top of the agenda for smart city objectives
Smart Cities

Climate change and sustainability top of the agenda for smart city objectives

​Climate change, resilience and sustainability will make up half of all smart city objectives by 2020, according to the latest research from Gartner.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2016
Polycom RealPresence Trio takes home a Red Dot
Unified Communications

Polycom RealPresence Trio takes home a Red Dot

​The Polycom Real Presence Trio was recently awarded the Red Dot, the international distinction for high design quality.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 27th May 2016
Hands-on Review: automating your home with mydlink
Gaming

Hands-on Review: automating your home with mydlink

Darren Price checks out D-Link's DSP-W215 Wi-FI SmartPlug, DCH-S150 Wi-Fi Motion Sensor and DCH-S220 Wi-Fi Siren.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Sun, 8th May 2016
LinkedIn opens SG$80 million Singapore data center
Hyperscale

LinkedIn opens SG$80 million Singapore data center

LinkedIn has opened its SG$80 million Singapore data center - its first outside of the United States, aiming to bolster speeds for APAC members.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2016
Optimizer HQ subsidiaries' debts likely to top $11 million
Optimizer HQ

Optimizer HQ subsidiaries' debts likely to top $11 million

Claims against two Optimizer HQ subsidiaries are likely to hit $11.3 million, with liquidators reviewing the sale of business assets pre-liquidation.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2015
D-Link ups home security game with industry-first Wi-Fi siren
Wireless Networks

D-Link ups home security game with industry-first Wi-Fi siren

D-Link ANZ launches industry first Wi-Fi siren for enhanced home security and alerts during the holiday season.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Nov 2015
Pearl Jam and more join Guitar Hero Live setlist
Gaming

Pearl Jam and more join Guitar Hero Live setlist

Activision has announced today that Pearl Jam will be a part of Guitar Hero Live as well as many other rock artists.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2015
Good old fashioned IT reseller values – RealIT
Unified Communications

Good old fashioned IT reseller values – RealIT

RealIT revives classic IT reseller values, blending stellar customer service with modern offerings in VoIP and web development.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015
Samsung number one in Asia's eyes
Samsung

Samsung number one in Asia's eyes

Samsung Electronics has been named the best brand in Asia for the fourth year in a row, beating out competitors such as Apple and Sony.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
Meet SkipRoaming: 'Like WhatsApp on steroids'
Unified Communications

Meet SkipRoaming: 'Like WhatsApp on steroids'

UK tech firm SkipRoaming has launched an app that aims to reduce the cost of mobile international and roaming calls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th May 2015
New emergency alert system via text for Southlanders
Emergency services

New emergency alert system via text for Southlanders

Emergency Management Southland is urging Southland residents to sign up to a text alert system, which will provide warnings directly to mobile phones.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 6th May 2015
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt developer interview
Gaming

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt developer interview

PlayOn speaks to CD Projekt RED about the attention to detail in creating the open-world of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • Sun, 1st Feb 2015
How to speak geek like a pro
Gaming

How to speak geek like a pro

Master speaking geek with the phonetic alphabet – ensuring crystal clear communication in tech support and gaming alike.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2014
Samsung voted best brand in Asia...
Samsung

Samsung voted best brand in Asia...

Samsung named best and most trusted brand in Asia for third year running, according to Campaign Asia's annual survey.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2014