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Top Online Shopping Safety tips!

Mon, 26th Mar 2012
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Stolen banking details surge sparks need for online shopping safety. Discover crucial tips from Microsoft on securing your transactions.
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HP to separate notebooks, thin and light laptops

Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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HP unveils a sleek thin and light laptop category, alongside updates to traditional notebooks, aiming for clearer consumer choices.
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News: patents for Apple Store design, Apple events in the spotlight, apps for Mac users, and more!

Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple secures patent for iconic Shanghai Store design, while their events and essential Mac apps continue to captivate tech enthusiasts.
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New iPads to start at $729

Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple NZ unveils new iPad prices: starting at $729, with higher-spec models up to $1029. iPad 2 prices drop amid heat concerns for new models.
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Amazon refunds disappointed Mass Effect 3 player

Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Amazon has issued a refund to a dissatisfied Mass Effect 3 player, as fans' backlash over the game's ending continues to gain traction.
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The Warehouse to offer parallel imported new iPads today

Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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The Warehouse to thrill NZ consumers with limited edition, parallel-imported new iPads for sale from 11am tomorrow. Get ready to click fast!.
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News: developer preview features, answers from the community, Itsy, and more!

Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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New Mountain Lion developer preview brings Safari tab-syncing across devices and Twitter notifications, alongside community answers on Apple Store.
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Mako Networks hires ops, finances exec

Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Mako Networks has appointed Paul Biegel as CFO/COO, joining from Ecopoint. CEO Bill Farmer says Biegel's expertise is crucial for future growth.
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Microsoft restores Exchange Online after outage

Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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Microsoft's APAC Exchange Online service is back after a 90-minute outage, offering relief to users. The tech giant thanked customers for their patience.
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Countdown finally begins for Diablo III

Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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After a decade, Diablo III release date set for May 15, 2012, Blizzard reveals. Fans can expect five character classes and special WoW offer.
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News: the new Apple TV, iTunes 1080p content, 15-inch MacBook Air, and more!

Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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Apple ups the game with 1080p Apple TV, while rumours swirl around a 15-inch MacBook Air launch, potentially ending the MacBook Pro era.
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Sega bringing Total War to mobiles

Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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Developers insist title is not a port of PC version but a 're-imagining' designed specifically for touch interfaces.
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Game review: Alan Wake's American Nightmare

Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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Alan Wake's American Nightmare dazzles with a blend of horror and action, shining a light on Xbox Live Arcade's prowess. Rating: 8.5/10.
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Chorus seeks harmony with former rivals

Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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Chorus extends an olive branch to rivals, aiming to boost UFB initiative's efficiency, in a move away from past tensions.
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Guild Wars 2 beta tests ramp up

Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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One million people sign up for beta taking place before the end of this month; here's how you can get on board for future sneak peeks.
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News: Nvidia GPU production issues, Aperture and Firefox updates, MacUpdate bundle, and more!

Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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According to MacRumors, issues with Nvidia GPU production are forcing Apple to strongly consider the onboard integrated graphics for future Mac laptops.
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Game review: Street Fighter X Tekken

Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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The crossover fighting game fans have been awaiting for almost a decade has finally arrived; does it deliver?.
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App of the Week: Kindle

Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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From skeptic to fan, the Kindle app transforms reading on small screens, proving indispensable for busy commutes and avid readers alike.
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News: optical Thunderbolt cables, Safari 5.1.4, Sonora for Mac, and more

Tue, 13th Mar 2012
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Latest tech round-up: Optical Thunderbolt cables poised to increase speed and distance, Safari 5.1.4 improves performance, and Sonora beautifies Mac audio.
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Apple sued over Siri shortcomings

Tue, 13th Mar 2012
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Apple faces legal action as a New York man claims Siri's performance falls short of its adverts' promises on speed and accuracy.