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iTunes Match now available in NZ
Apple

iTunes Match now available in NZ

Apple's iTunes Match launches in NZ, allowing Kiwis to sync their music libraries with the cloud. Full service now live for users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 19th Dec 2011
Google launches iTunes rival
Digital Entertainment

Google launches iTunes rival

Google unveils Google Music, the much-anticipated iTunes competitor, initially US-only, with over 13 million tracks but missing Warner Music's hits.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2011
NZ Tech Podcast hits iTunes top spot
Apple

NZ Tech Podcast hits iTunes top spot

The NZ Tech Podcast, led by Paul Spain and Bradley Borrows, reaches iTunes NZ's top spot, captivating gadget enthusiasts with just three episodes.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2011
Microsoft Zune: 2006 - 2011
Microsoft

Microsoft Zune: 2006 - 2011

After failing to challenge iPod, all future Zune hardware devices will be scrapped in favour of focussing on Zune software.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Mar 2011
Sony launches PlayStation Official App for Android and Apple devices
Gaming

Sony launches PlayStation Official App for Android and Apple devices

Sony unveils its PlayStation Official App for Android and Apple, bringing PSN access, news, and more to mobile devices.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2011

Global Stories

Itunes stories

Bruce Willis considering Apple legal action?
Apple

Bruce Willis considering Apple legal action?

Bruce Willis may sue Apple over not allowing him to leave his iTunes library to his daughters, despite his wife's denial of the rumours.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2012
Apple to ditch Ping
Apple

Apple to ditch Ping

Apple's social network, Ping, is set to be axed in the next update of iTunes as it has failed to resonate with consumers.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Jun 2012
News: Apple Configurator, iTunes 10.6, other software updates, and more!
Apple

News: Apple Configurator, iTunes 10.6, other software updates, and more!

Apple rolls out a new tool for managing multiple iOS devices, updates iTunes to 10.6, and more in a flurry of software releases.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Mar 2012
TED talks hit iTunes U
Apple

TED talks hit iTunes U

TED delivers its treasure trove of talks to iTunes U, enriching Apple's educational platform with insights on happiness, climate, and more.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 10th Feb 2012
Review: Rdio
Gaming

Review: Rdio

Rdio steps up as a formidable challenger to Apple, offering a fresh spin on music streaming with social discovery and a massive song library.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Jan 2012
Apple celebrates Beatles birthday
Apple

Apple celebrates Beatles birthday

It's been twelve months year since one of history's biggest businesses patched things up with one of history's biggest bands.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 12th Dec 2011
Apple launches music matching service
Apple

Apple launches music matching service

Tracks are accessed at 256KBps AAC DRM-free quality, even if the copy in the user's library is of a lower quality.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2011
Apple among Hulu tyre-kickers
Apple

Apple among Hulu tyre-kickers

Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 26th Jul 2011
Google buys PushLife
Windows

Google buys PushLife

Google acquires PushLife, aiming to enhance non-Apple phone music experiences by integrating iTunes libraries across various devices.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 11th Apr 2011
Video: Amazon wins cloud-based music race
Google

Video: Amazon wins cloud-based music race

Amazon beats Apple and Google by launching its own cloud-based music storage and streaming service. Video inside.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 30th Mar 2011
Judge orders Jobs to answer iTunes antitrust questions
Apple

Judge orders Jobs to answer iTunes antitrust questions

Despite being on medical leave, Steve Jobs has been ordered by a judge to answer questions related to an iTunes antitrust case.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
Sony launches iTunes rival in New Zealand
Gaming

Sony launches iTunes rival in New Zealand

Sony has launched its snappily titled music streaming service - Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity - in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Feb 2011
Apple to make MobileMe free?
Apple

Apple to make MobileMe free?

Apple may make its MobileMe service free, turning it into a cloud storage hub for photos, music, and videos. A year's subscription currently costs USD $99.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Feb 2011