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5 million download Skype 3G app

Fri, 4th Jun 2010
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Nearly 5 million iPhone users have embraced Skype's 3G calling app since its launch, paving the way for paid services in 2021.
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Internet pioneers announce new social music service

Fri, 4th Jun 2010
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Founders of two of the internet's most successful start-ups have teamed up to create a new social music service.
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Telecom offer shows faith in XT

Thu, 3rd Jun 2010
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Telecom has resumed full XT Mobile marketing activity with today's introduction of a customer-friendly 30-day risk free trial.
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Jobs: PCs are like trucks

Thu, 3rd Jun 2010
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Apple's Jobs says PCs will become 'like trucks', vital to fewer as iPad leads digital shift, amidst calls to action over iPhone 4G leak drama.
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Jetstar trials in-flight iPad entertainment

Wed, 2nd Jun 2010
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Jetstar to trial iPad entertainment on domestic flights from June, with plans to extend across all networks. Rent for AU$10 per flight.
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Green Government

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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The UK gov updates procurement policies to focus on green tech and tackles e-waste, showing serious commitment to combatting climate change.
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2degrees enters a new phase

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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2degrees shakes up NZ mobile market, gaining over 200,000 subscribers in 6 months, proving sceptics wrong and signalling a new chapter.
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IT rock stars

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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From tech-averse to IT lovers: How the iPod and smart devices turned even the least techy amongst us into unwitting IT rock stars.
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A slice of the pie

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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As PC margins shrink in New Zealand, firms boost earnings by focusing on high-margin accessories and consumables, a sector worth millions each month.
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The mobile accessory

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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As tiny tech advances, new keyboards, mice, and webcams are transforming mobile workflows, making business travel smoother and home offices more efficient.
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Add on and accessorise

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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The accessories and consumables market remains an exciting segment in terms of product offerings and potential for margin add-on.
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Blue skies

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Bluetooth technology has become a must-have for mobile users due to its convenience and ability to stay connected on the go.
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Why IP is important

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Without proper IP management, businesses risk connectivity issues, impacting customer access and potentially costing millions in downtime.
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In my palm

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Seoul's IT execs reveal a 30% drop in handset exports, spotlighting the iPhone's rise and the shift towards a 'mobile me' culture.
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Why use an old landline to dial, when you can have VoIP?

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Once the preserve of early adopters, VoIP is now a common form of voice delivery in the New Zealand workplace.
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More power to the backbone

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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I am very pleased to introduce this first issue of Start-Up – a practical guide to using technology in your business.
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Anywhere, anytime

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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In defiance of recession, the wireless market thrives, fuelled by demand for better coverage and affordable broadband services.
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It's not the social media – it's the message

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Small business owners in New Zealand are missing out on growth opportunities by underutilising 'freasy' tools like social media for relationship marketing.
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Shop like a Geek

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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In cost-conscious times such as these, more than ever it pays to think ahead before making those all important technology purchases. but there's a lot to know.
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App review: Skedge Me

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Skedge Me revolutionises appointment booking, letting customers easily schedule online, freeing businesses from the hassles of calls and emails.