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Aussie online shopping site comes to NZ

Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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Australia's online shopping juggernaut, CatchoftheDay, launches in New Zealand, giving local manufacturers a platform to clear stock within 24 hours.
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Apple sold 300,000 iPads on first day

Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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Apple's iPad launch day success: Over 300,000 units fly off the shelves, alongside a million apps and numerous e-books purchased.
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HP releases 'iPad killing' Slate video

Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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HP's latest blog reveals its plans for a tablet, focusing on design and delivering an optimal mobile experience.
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Only 20% of iPad apps free

Tue, 6th Apr 2010
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With 80% of iPad apps charging fees, customers face high costs in a market dominated by pricey games and subscriptions.
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Positive reviews as iPad hits US stores

Sun, 4th Apr 2010
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With large crowds and lines and a number of stores selling out within minutes, the iPad has launched to positive reviews in the US.
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Regulation is a fact of life

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Vodafone NZ's Stanners talks regulation, collaboration, and competition while eyeing the future with tech advancements and challenges.
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The $1.5 billion question

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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NZ commits to a £1.5 billion Ultra Fast Broadband network, boosting access for 75% of homes, schools and workplaces within 10 years.
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New iTunes released in time for iPad

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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iTunes version 9.1 is now available, with expanded Genius features and a new section for books, which will integrate with the iPad.
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final fantasy XIII

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Final Fantasy XIII dazzles with unmatched visuals and a gripping narrative, setting a new standard for the RPG genre.
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The Full Transaction

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Mobile printing is revolutionising New Zealand's instant transaction demands, allowing companies to finalise deals on-the-spot and boosting efficiency.
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Join the information highway

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Small businesses face the digital dilemma of document management to boost efficiency and sustainability on the information highway.
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Consolidation: less isn't always more

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As we dive into VMs and hardware pooling, the overlooked challenge of security zoning emerges, revealing virtualisation's complex impact.
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GeoSmart targets new channel partners

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Following the release of Route2Go Lite, the firm is looking to boost its number of channel partners and is offering incentives for those who deal in volume.
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iPad pre-order demand exceeds supply

Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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Pre-orders have swamped Apple and forced it to push back its shipping date for some customers, leading analysts to expect high iPad sales throughout the year.
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Greenpeace fires data centre power warning

Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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Apple, Microsoft, Yahoo and Facebook have been called upon to power their data centres with renewable energy sources.
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New initiative for US internet privacy

Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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A think tank has been formed in the US calling for better internet user privacy in a new online civil right initiative called Digital Due Process.
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Nintendo DSi XL price point announced

Tue, 30th Mar 2010
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Nintendo has announced that its upcoming DSi XL handheld console, due to hit shelves from April 15th, will retail for AU$299.
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Apple to launch mobile advertising platform

Mon, 29th Mar 2010
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Apple is set to shake up mobile advertising with the rumoured launch of its iAd platform, potentially dealing a blow to Google's ad dominance.
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iPad apps pricier than those on iPhone

Mon, 29th Mar 2010
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According to leaked screenshots from the iPad app store, it appears that iPad apps are far pricier than their iPhone counterparts.
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Music Matters campaign pushes legal downloads

Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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The Music Matters campaign urges consumers to support artists by downloading music only from legal sources, with backing from Spotify, iTunes, and even Napster.