Stories by Staff - Page 416

Judge orders Jobs to answer iTunes antitrust questions
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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yahoo
Despite being on medical leave, Steve Jobs has been ordered by a judge to answer questions related to an iTunes antitrust case.

Crysis 2 launch trailer unveiled
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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ea
EA releases official launch trailer for Crysis 2 featuring B.o.B. track. The game is receiving positive early reviews.

Duo signs Check Point for New Zealand
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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personal computing devices
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distributors
Duo New Zealand named distributor for Check Point’s security solutions, enhancing endpoint security with customizable, comprehensive options.

New Portal 2 clip demonstrates 'panels'
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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valve
Aperture releases a sneak peek of 'panels' in Portal 2, promising innovative puzzles ahead of its April 21 release on multiple platforms.

BlackBerry PlayBook dated for April
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
RIM confirms BlackBerry PlayBook's launch in the US and Canada for April 19, with prices ranging from $499 to $699. No NZ release date yet.

Blizzard announces 'Memories of Blizzard' video contest
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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blizzard
Blizzard Entertainment launches 'Memories of Blizzard' contest to mark 20th anniversary, inviting fans to share video memories for epic prizes.

Nearly 30 3D PS3 titles due this year
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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3d
Those lucky enough to own both a PS3 and a 3D-enabled television and still have money to spare are in for almost 30 games to utilise 3D tech in the coming year.

NZ recruiter launches mobile IT site
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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smartphones
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email
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support
Candle has launched a mobile recruitment site, enabling New Zealand IT professionals to access job opportunities swiftly via smartphones.

NZ Microsoft Imagine Cup final detailed
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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auckland university
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microsoft imagine cup
The 20 Kiwi finalists are set to present at the University of Auckland on April 12th for a spot in the grand final.

MvC3 patch “nerfs” Sentinel
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds gets a game-changing patch with tweaks to balance and the introduction of 'Event Mode'.

Google fined over Street View gaffe
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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wireless networks
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google
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cloud services
Google fined €100k by French watchdog for wi-fi snooping via Street View, the largest penalty CNIL has issued yet. Google vows to delete data.

Apple sues Amazon over ‘App Store’ trademark
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple files suit against Amazon, seeking to stop the retail giant from using the App Store name, citing trademark infringement and potential customer confusion.

Free IT training offered to Christchurch businesses
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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microsoft
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cloud services
Microsoft business software training is being offered free to Christchurch businesses affected by the earthquake.

Wife said No, Apple said Yes
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple overturns wife's veto, gifts man a free iPad 2 with a cheeky note, sparking debates on marital finances.

LG Optimus Black headed to NZ
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
LG set to release world's slimmest smartphone, the LG Optimus Black, in New Zealand in May. No carrier details announced as of yet.

Symantec launches new specialisation
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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encryption
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symantec
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partners
Symantec introduces a new Encryption Solutions Specialisation to bolster revenue for partners adept in encryption products.

No competitive services for UBA backhaul links
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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government
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commerce commission
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uba
All UBA links will still be subject to the terms of the UBA backhaul Standard Terms Determination, says ComCom.

Treat Me goes live - sells out in a few hours
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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trade me
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treat me
Another group-buying, daily deal website is about to launch in New Zealand, this time from offices of Trade Me.

Black Ops First Strike DLC dated for PC
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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twitter
It released on PlayStation 3 earlier this month, and now the one-time Xbox 360-exclusive map pack for Call of Duty: Black Ops has a release date for PC players.

Xero Payroll confirmed for Wednesday
Mon, 21st Mar 2011
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fintech
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hcm
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financial systems
Xero is set to launch its payroll solution on Wed, promising smoother financial tracking for businesses despite a 1-hour downtime.