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Game Review: F.E.A.R. 3

Mon, 11th Jul 2011
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Theme parks tend to feature a number of rides that, save for a few different props, are essentially the same ride.
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KDDI offloads smartphone data traffic to Wi-Fi

Mon, 4th Jul 2011
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The Japanese mobile operator is freeing up its existing cellular network with 100,000 new Wi-Fi access points.
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E3 Nintendo Round-up

Mon, 20th Jun 2011
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At E3, Nintendo wowed with the Zelda orchestration, pledged depth with the Wii U, and aimed to please both hardcore and casual gamers.
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Red Faction: Armageddon review

Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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Red Faction: Armageddon dazzles with its destruction and reconstruction gameplay, offering a blast of fun despite a thin plot.
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Desert Zombie brings FPS to iOS

Fri, 10th Jun 2011
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Desert Zombie: Last Stand brings thrilling FPS action to iOS, powered by Unreal Engine for console-quality gameplay.
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Plan for disasters

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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CCiNZ, in partnership with CRM Consulting, recently hosted an event on Business Continuity and Disaster recovery planning.
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LA Noire: Gameplay impressions

Fri, 27th May 2011
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LA Noire impresses with its groundbreaking facial animations but falls short on gameplay and character depth, not quite living up to its hype.
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10 More strange (And extraordinary) Wikipedia pages

Sun, 1st May 2011
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Discover 10 bizarre Wikipedia entries from sofa mysteries to mythical neck stretchers. A peculiar journey through the internet's curiosities.
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Fantastic contraptions

Sun, 1st May 2011
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Marvel at real-life behemoths beyond sci-fi fantasy, from colossal excavators to titanic transporters, proving bigger is indeed better.
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A-Z Parenting for Kiwi's

Sun, 1st May 2011
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KiwiFamilies.co.nz launches: A one-stop parenting guide for Kiwis, covering pregnancy to job hunts, with unique NZ culture tips and gift ideas.
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Gatling Gears priced and dated

Wed, 27th Apr 2011
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EA announces Gatling Gears, a high-octane twin-stick shooter, coming to Xbox LIVE on May 12 and PSN on May 19 for 1200 MS Points/NZ$29.95.
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SnapperNet turns 10

Mon, 4th Apr 2011
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SnapperNet celebrates a decade of innovation in NZ's channel business with a harbour cruise, reflecting on dynamic tech evolution.
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PixelJunk Shooter 2

Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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PixelJunk Shooter 2 blasts off with 15 new levels, mixing platformer charm and twin-stick shooting in a visually stunning sequel.
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Apple pulls 'Gay Cure' iPhone app

Thu, 24th Mar 2011
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Apple axes 'Gay Cure' app after 146k petition, siding with LGBT safety over Exodus International's controversial therapy claims.
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Renaissance picks up MSI

Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Renaissance to distribute MSI desktops, notebooks, netbooks, and graphics cards to local assemblers in New Zealand. Chair says distribution is shrinking.
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7 security questions answered

Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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Cyber-safety expert Lloyd Borrett answers 7 pressing security questions, offering insights on threats, social media risks, and password strategies.
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Wonder boy in monster land

Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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A gamer fondly revisits the Sega classic 'Wonder Boy in Monster Land', highlighting its innovative gameplay and impact on their childhood.
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Fighters Uncaged Xbox Kinect

Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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Fighters Uncaged review: A Kinect game that tries, but fails to deliver a truly immersive fighting experience. A fistful of potential, wasted.
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Point of sale innovation

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Innovations in POS technology revolutionize retail, catering to consumer demands for speed and convenience, reshaping shopping experiences.
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Securing eCommerce in 2011

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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In 2011, as eCommerce rebounds post-GFC, consumers face new cyber threats. Educating on more than simple authentication is crucial for security.