Stories by Staff - Page 199
Telecom renews Yahoo Xtra commitment following breach
Fri, 5th Apr 2013
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Telecom vows to enhance Yahoo Xtra after breach exposed 60k passwords but will continue its partnership with Yahoo, prioritising customer service.
Do aggressive advertisers pose a greater privacy risk?
Fri, 5th Apr 2013
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apple
Study reveals aggressive advertising apps pose a significant privacy threat, breaching user data and blurring lines with malware.
Facebook challenges Google with "Home" for phones
Fri, 5th Apr 2013
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Facebook launches Home software for Android, transforming phones into social hubs, challenging Google's market dominance.
FAQ: Facebook Home
Fri, 5th Apr 2013
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retailers
Following the launch of Facebook Home, check out some frequently asked questions regarding the family of apps.
Skype hits two billion minutes per day
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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microsoft
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voip
Skype surges to two billion daily minutes, showcasing its growing role as a global communications hub. #SkypeMilestone.
iPredict an iPhone 5S
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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apple
Apple plans to begin production on an updated iPhone this quarter, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal.
InIn acquires customer base from NZ reseller Amtel
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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interactive intelligence
Acquisition increases the company’s presence in the region, paving the way for a cloud-based communications services launch in New Zealand.
All backed up yet no data to show
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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personal data
Despite 60% using backup solutions, a Kroll Ontrack survey finds many still suffer from data loss due to outdated, faulty, or incomplete backups.
Struggling HP posts $92.5m NZ losses
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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HP's New Zealand subsidiary records a staggering NZD $92.5m loss, with revenues plummeting 12% to NZD $647m, amid global struggles.
Will the Facebook phone be released tomorrow?
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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apple
Speculation mounts as Facebook teases 'new home on Android' event in California, fuelling rumours of a long-awaited Facebook phone launch.
NZ internet shopping on the rise…
Thu, 4th Apr 2013
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shopping
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telco
Singlehandedly destroying the traditional retail industry, or offering consumers more variety and better deals than ever before?.
Rates to benefits shift for ICT contractors
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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devops
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apm
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software development
The latest SkillsMatch report reveals a shift in focus from rates to benefits for ICT contractors, with shorter contracts now prevailing in the industry.
Judge rejects resale of iTunes songs
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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itunes
Digital media still protected under copyright laws as U.S. district court judge rules against the resale of songs purchased through Apple's iTunes.
Hertz family show 'most sincere appreciation' for support following tragic loss
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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vodafone
Following the death of 2degrees CEO Eric Hertz and his wife Kathy, the families of both have asked that the following statement be distributed to media:.
Ex-Microsoft GM building 'something secret' at Amazon
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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Charlie Kindel, ex-Microsoft GM, teases a 'secret' project at Amazon, sparking speculation on April Fools' Day. Fact or jest?.
Ingram Micro swoops for channel trio
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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distributors
Distributor fends off competition from rival companies to recruit three new staff members within the ANZ region.
Job done for Apple's next two iPhones
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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apple
Tech giant has already designed the next two versions of its iPhone model, under the supervision of the late Steve Jobs.
Depressing Dell makes private case
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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dell technologies
Company issues 274-page filing showing bleak prospects for business - its strongest case yet for accepting a US$24.4 billion offer to go private.
Back to business for recovering 2degrees
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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vodafone
Telco board meets to review support for Eric and Kathy Hertz's families and 2degrees staff, while addressing issues of interim leadership.
Eric Hertz's plane wreckage found
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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vodafone
Destroyed plane found 56 metres below the ocean surface, yet no confirmation of whether the 2degrees CEO and his wife are on board.