Stories by Staff - Page 269
Apple and Samsung prepare for court
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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Apple and Samsung gear up for a landmark court battle that could redefine tech history, amid a $2.5bn showdown over patents.
Trailer: Black and White 2
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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digital entertainment
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New Pokémon Black and White 2 to launch in New Zealand on Oct 11, with fresh battles, creatures, and a World Tournament mode.
Olympic fans told to text, tweet or watch TV
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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TV coverage issues has led to calls for lessened twitter and texting activities during the Olympics as data networks become overloaded.
AVG reveals internet security scams
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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Online security company reveals annual reports, showing a need for consumer awareness when using the internet.
Apple snubs Australian parliamentary probe
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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The world’s leading technology companies decline a public enquiry into IT prices Down Under as Australian MPs voice concerns.
Cloud computing increases IT innovation says IBM study
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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IBM study reveals cloud computing could boost IT innovation, reshaping roles and increasing demand for IT services in New Zealand.
Google faces enquiry over undeleted data
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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data privacy
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street view
Following the global outage of Google Talk, the internet search engine is under investigation after admitting failing to delete private user information.
Galaxy smartphones drive Samsung profits
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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technology gifts
Samsung's Galaxy smartphones propel the tech giant to record profits, with over $5.7bn in Q2 earnings, dwarfing Apple's iPhone sales.
New govt ‘Virtual Meeting Rooms’ to save taxpayers' money?
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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Asnet launches VideoNet to connect NZ govt agencies virtually, aiming to slash taxpayer costs on travel and meetings.
Facebook meets expectations in first earnings report
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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financial results
The world’s no.1 social-networking site performs as predicted but still faces concerns from worried investors.
Twitter crashes on Olympics eve
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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twitter
Twitter crashes yet again on the eve of the London 2012 Olympics, sparking concerns over its ability to handle the games' traffic.
AT&T appoints NZ general manager
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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at&t
AT&T boosts its New Zealand arm, appointing Peter Thomson from IPConnect as GM to drive regional sales opportunities.
Google speeds up Internet service
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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Google to revolutionise connectivity with Fiber TV in Kansas City, offering speeds 100x faster and HD recording for over 500 hours.
Apple questions Samsung royalty rates
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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Apple slams Samsung over 'excessive' patent fees amid their escalating legal battle, with court showdown set for next week.
Trailer: Dishonored
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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dishonored
Bethesda unveils a new Dishonored trailer, revealing Corvo's escape tactics via supernatural powers. Available in Australia and New Zealand on October 11.
Juniper and Riverbed join forces
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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partners
Juniper Networks and Riverbed Technology partner in a USD $75 million deal to enhance WAN optimization, application delivery, and mobility solutions.
CallPlus offers unlimited school internet
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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government
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schools
CallPlus pioneers in NZ by providing unlimited internet to schools, aiming to enhance education with its fibre packages and partnerships.
WatchGuard appoints new ANZ boss
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard Technologies enhances its Australasian strategy, appointing seasoned IT expert Patrick Devlin as the ANZ boss.
Android App of the Week - Evernote Food
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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evernote food
Evernote Food: The ultimate journal app for food lovers, blending photo sharing, recipe notes, and dining experiences in one.
Kiwis increase online activity
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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3 million Kiwis now surf the web monthly, with online shopping surges reported, signalling a shift in consumer habits.