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Legal Tender: Cops eying high-tech car tracking

Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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Police in the market for cutting-edge tech to track police vehicles, aiming for enhanced real-time control and security measures.
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Pretty fly for a wi-fi

Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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Celebrating Wi-Fi Day, Mashable reveals the quirkiest network names, from Pretty Fly for a Wi-Fi to PlzBringVodkaToApt1310.
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Get healthy online for FREE

Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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Unlock a fitter, healthier you online without spending a penny! From free fitness sites to nutritious recipes, your wellness journey starts now.
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Security on mobile devices: What comes next?

Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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Mobile devices are enabling customers to conduct business and manage their lives on the move, while enabling a host of new business models and services.
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Battlefield 3 beta impressions

Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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The beta for Battlefield 3 has been released, giving players a taste of the latest entry in the popular series.
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Huawei barred from US emergency network

Thu, 13th Oct 2011
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US denies Huawei role in emergency network over 'national security', sparking intense debate on corporate independence and geopolitical tensions.
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Notable planking incidents

Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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The following are listed as notable planking incidents that have occurred in New Zealand and Australia in 2011, including John Key's planking photo.
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Finding online love

Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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In an age where screens dominate, finding love online becomes the new norm, offering hope for those tired of traditional dating avenues.
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Apple chases second lost iPhone

Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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Apple embroiled again as a prototype iPhone is left in a San Francisco bar, mirroring last year's fiasco. Is history repeating or is it PR savvy?.
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Protect your child from cyberbullying

Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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The internet has changed the way we live – from the way we work and play, to how we interact and share with friends and family.
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Game Review: Call of Juarez: the Cartel

Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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Call of Juarez: the Cartel fails to tastefully tackle U.S.-Mexico drug war issues, marred by poor gameplay and stereotypical characters.
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Kiwis admit to losing over $750,000

Fri, 12th Aug 2011
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Kiwis report losing over $750,000 to online scams in a year, revealing a fraction of a wider issue, according to NetSafe.
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Warning for iPhone users

Tue, 2nd Aug 2011
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NZ Police warn iPhone and iPad owners against using tracking features to confront thieves, advising them to contact authorities for safety.
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The future of emergency communications

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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With disasters in NZ and Australia spotlighting tech's role in emergencies, innovation in communication is vital yet challenging for safety.
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Staying connected through a crisis

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Paul Deavoll leads Gen-i in heroic efforts to maintain vital services during the Christchurch earthquake, ensuring connectivity amid chaos.
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Stolen iPad retrieved using tracking device

Fri, 29th Jul 2011
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An iPad owner is pleased to have his toy back after using the device's tracking function to recover it from thieves.
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Aastra rolls out local channel programme

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Aastra revamps its New Zealand approach with a local channel programme, new hires, and imminent product launches to boost market share and partner engagement.
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Teenager arrested in hacking case

Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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The arrest may have little impact on the group's activities, as it is unlikely any one person has a significant influence over the group.
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20 tech myths exposed

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Tech expert demystifies 20 common technology myths, separating fact from fiction to enlighten users on USB safety, hard drive damage, and online security.
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Explosion at 'inhumane' Chinese iPad factory kills 2

Sat, 21st May 2011
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An explosion at the controversy-ridden Chinese iPad factory in Chengdu has reportedly killed two and injured more.