Stories by Staff - Page 446

Mass Effect 2 PS3 delayed a week
Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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PS3 owners face a week's delay for Mass Effect 2 release due to Queensland flooding, now launching 27 Jan 2011.

StayinFront launches on-demand CRM tools
Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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StayinFront launches Australia's first on-demand CRM for consumer goods, offering unprecedented industry-specific prowess.

Mobile broadband subs to hit 1 billion in 2011
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Global mobile broadband subscriptions are set to double in 2011, reaching 1 billion, driven by high-performance networks and varied devices, says Ericsson.

Spammers break for Christmas too
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Symantec reports a festive decline in spam, with volumes dropping to a record low on 27th December, showing even spammers took a holiday break.

IT sector leads recruitment charge
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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government
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it industry
Hudson survey shows a desire in the IT industry to move away from heavy use of contractors as a normal part of business.

Video: Black Ops - First Strike
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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technology gifts
Treyarch offers you a first look at First Strike, the downloadable map pack coming on February 2nd for Call Of Duty: Black Ops.

Steve Jobs takes medical leave of absence
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Steve Jobs announces a medical leave of absence, entrusting day-to-day operations at Apple to Tim Cook, sparking a 10% share drop.

Shift 2 dated for New Zealand
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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console gaming
EA sets March 24th as the release date for Shift 2 Unleashed in New Zealand, boasting exclusive pre-order bonuses and thrilling career events.

Microsoft launches Dynamics CRM Online
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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data analytics
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Microsoft unveils Dynamics CRM Online, enhancing productivity in sales, service and marketing with innovative cloud technology, available globally.

VoIP attacks to grow in 2011
Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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network infrastructure
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network security
The last few months have seen VoIP scans and attacks increase significantly, says WatchGuard - ten security predictions inside.

Bulletstorm demo a week away
Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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January starts 2011 off with a bang as People Can Fly, Epic Games and EA all band together to release a playable demo for Bulletstorm.

iPhone 5 summer launch rumoured
Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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Just when you thought it was safe to lock yourself into an iPhone 4 contract, word of a completely redesigned iPhone 5 handset emerges.

Microsoft appoints corporate affairs manager
Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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Microsoft names Waldo Kuipers as its new corporate affairs manager to guide on public policy issues and foster tech growth in New Zealand.

Murdoch to launch iPad daily - first pic - Updated
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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An iPad-only 'newspaper' is currently in development at News Corp.'s Manhattan offices, reports the New York Times.

All-star cloud summit planned for Auckland - Updated
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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Event to feature Microsoft and Gartner speakers from New Zealand and around the Asia Pacific region - registration now live.

Vodafone staff fired over security breach
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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personal computing devices
Vodafone Australia fires staff and contacts NSW Police after a serious security breach exposes customer data online.

Apple to drop home button?
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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Apple hints at ditching the home button on iPads and iPhones for advanced multi-touch gestures, fulfilling a longstanding vision of Steve Jobs.

Mitel Appoints New CEO
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Mitel appoints Richard McBee as CEO, eyeing growth with his 20+ years in telecoms and plans to steer the firm towards global expansion.

Video nasty: Dead Space 2 launch trailer
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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Dead Space 2's chilling launch trailer breaks January's game release curse, promising spine-tingling terror on The Sprawl from Jan 28.

Cambridge University picks NZ tech
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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Cambridge ESOL teams up with a New Zealand tech firm to market the e-learning venture, Vital English, showcasing a global collaboration.