Stories by Staff - Page 421
Score a free, ultra-rare Pokémon: Victini
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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nintendo
Nintendo announces limited-time offer to snag the unique Psychic/Fire-type Pokémon Victini using a Wi-Fi Liberty Pass.
Telecom extends free calls deal in ChCh
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Telecom announces extension of free call offer for Christchurch residents, rivalling 2degrees' recent free calling concession.
88 UCLL backhaul links 'are competitive'
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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government
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commerce commission
Commerce Commission finds 88 UCLL backhaul links competitive, boosting alternatives to Telecom's network in NZ.
Microsoft cuts software loan requirements
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Microsoft NZ eases financing terms, slashing software loan requirements from 35% to 15% for deals under NZ$5m, fostering more accessible tech investments.
Major improvements made to Chrome
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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internet explorer
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chrome
Chrome boosts speed with a 66% improvement and revamps settings as it exits beta, whipping past Internet Explorer 6.
US govt turns to the cloud to save money
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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government
The US government is exploring cloud computing to address budget cuts, aiming to save part of the USD $76 billion spent annually on over 10,000 systems.
Facebook starts movie rental service
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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digital entertainment
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facebook
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warner bros
Facebook has launched a movie rental service in partnership with Warner Bros., allowing US users to rent films like The Dark Knight for USD $3.
Kiwis are the most cloud savvy in Asia Pacific
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Microsoft research says that New Zealand is the most clued up country in Asia Pacific when it comes to understanding the cloud.
Google Instant out now on Android, iOS
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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personal computing devices
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ios
Google Instant Previews now hit Android and iOS, offering a faster way to search across 38 languages. Spot the right content without back-and-forth navigation.
Monaco Corporation to cease gaming operations
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
The largest distributor of gaming titles in New Zealand is to shut down its gaming operations. Read on to find out what this means for Kiwi gamers.
MacBook Air ships one million in one quarter
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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personal computing devices
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technology gifts
Apple's MacBook Air sales soar, shipping 1.1 million units in the last quarter, far exceeding analyst expectations.
Microsoft hiring 'next generation' Xbox architects?
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft scouts for architects to shape the 'next generation' Xbox, hinting at cutting-edge console developments.
Ingram signs Kanex exclusivity deal for NZ Mac users
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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renaissance
Kanex portfolio to feature a range of products that enhance connectivity between Mac and audio-visual display equipment.
Renaissance issues Murray Wood statement
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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apple
Renaissance mourns the tragic death of board member Murray Wood, a victim of the Christchurch earthquake, extending deep sympathies to his family.
Orcon goes live in Palmerston North
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Orcon completes its unbundling in Palmerston North, offering local loop services despite minor delays linked to events in Christchurch.
Renaissance picks up MSI
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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motherboards
Renaissance to distribute MSI desktops, notebooks, netbooks, and graphics cards to local assemblers in New Zealand. Chair says distribution is shrinking.
Western Digital snaps up Hitachi's storage subsidiary
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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hitachi
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innovation
Western Digital acquires Hitachi's storage arm for $4.3bn, aiming to bolster its global scale and innovation in the storage market.
Crown Fibre prioritises Central Fibre talks
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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crown fibre holdings
Comms Minister Steven Joyce applauds the number of bidders stepping up to the mark, says it's great for the taxpayer.
No Microsoft tablet until 2012
Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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windows
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Microsoft to miss the 2011 tablet craze, plans Windows rival for Apple and Google in 2012, says Business Week.
BlackBerry Messenger app for Android, iOS?
Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
Research In Motion is said to be working on Android and iPhone versions of its proprietary instant messenger app.