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Apple increases iPad memory to 128GB
Apple

Apple increases iPad memory to 128GB

Apple unveils a 128GB iPad, doubling storage capacity to better serve enterprises, educators, and creatives. Available from 5 February starting at NZD $1,179.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Business is back on the Mac
Fintech

Business is back on the Mac

MYOB transforms Mac accounting for NZ firms with updated AccountEdge suite, bringing fresh features and Dropbox backup for easier financial management.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013

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BB10 offers users an alternative
BlackBerry

BB10 offers users an alternative

BlackBerry's latest releases offer a unique user experience in today's crowded smartphone market, according to research group Ovum.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2013
Top security tips for 2013
Distributed Denial of Service

Top security tips for 2013

Kurt Hansen reveals security must evolve in 2013 to combat sophisticated, multi-layered cyber attacks threatening businesses globally.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
BB10 vital to the success of BlackBerry
BlackBerry

BB10 vital to the success of BlackBerry

BlackBerry stakes its future on BB10's success, unveiled in New York to mixed media reactions and high industry expectations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
BB10: Re-designed Re-engineered and Re-invented
BlackBerry

BB10: Re-designed Re-engineered and Re-invented

BlackBerry unveils its transformative BB10 and new LTE smartphones in New York, promising a cutting-edge mobile computing experience.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
RIM is dead, long live the BlackBerry
BlackBerry

RIM is dead, long live the BlackBerry

Research In Motion rebrands as BlackBerry in a bold move to signal a new era and rejuvenate its presence in the global market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
Enterprise developers ready apps for BB10
Apps

Enterprise developers ready apps for BB10

A host of applications for the workplace developed by enterprises and enterprise developers will be available when BlackBerry 10 launches on January 30.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Vodafone doubles Auckland's network capacity
Unified Communications

Vodafone doubles Auckland's network capacity

Vodafone has doubled network capacity in Auckland, upgrading 300 of 450 cell sites to improve speeds and coverage for two-thirds of the city.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Apple updates iOS to 6.1
iOS

Apple updates iOS to 6.1

Apple's latest iOS 6.1 update boosts LTE support globally, aiming to make it history's most popular OS. Over 300 million devices could upgrade.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Samsung succeeds as Apple's acceleration slows
Apple

Samsung succeeds as Apple's acceleration slows

Samsung outpaces Apple with a 42% growth and 63 million smartphones shipped in Q4, challenging Apple to innovate further amidst stiff competition.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Wozniak questions jOBs accuracy
Apple

Wozniak questions jOBs accuracy

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak disputes accuracy of new Steve Jobs film, questioning depiction of early computer building scene.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
BB10 will not save RIM
BlackBerry

BB10 will not save RIM

Research In Motion (RIM) will receive a boost from the launch of Blackberry 10, but long-term decline is expected, says Ovum.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Despite BB10, more red ink for RIM?
BlackBerry

Despite BB10, more red ink for RIM?

RIM struggles despite BB10 launch, with Ovum predicting no turnaround for the tech company amid tough market competition.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2013
Securing Your Holiday Tech Gifts - Mac OS Guide
Apple

Securing Your Holiday Tech Gifts - Mac OS Guide

If you recently acquired an Apple Mac computer there are several simple steps you can take to protect your new machine.

By Stephen Cobb • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2013
Kiwi firm behind Anne Frank Diary iPad App
Apps

Kiwi firm behind Anne Frank Diary iPad App

New Zealand firm breaks new ground with the global launch of The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank as an interactive iPad app.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013
Mobile marketing spend to smash US$55bn by 2015
Marketing

Mobile marketing spend to smash US$55bn by 2015

Mobile marketing expenditure set to hit a staggering US$55 billion by 2015 as retailers turn to mobiles to boost consumer engagement.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013
BB10 releases enterprise service
BlackBerry

BB10 releases enterprise service

RIM unveils BlackBerry Enterprise Service 10, a new solution for managing devices, security, and apps, aiming to boost employee productivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013