Stories by Staff - Page 517

Facebook will announce 500 million users this week
Tue, 20th Jul 2010
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Facebook is set to announce its 500-millionth user this week, celebrating with Facebook Stories to highlight diverse user experiences and narratives.

Google cans Nexus One phone
Tue, 20th Jul 2010
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Google is discontinuing its Nexus One mobile phone following receipt of its final order from the phone's manufacturer, HTC.

Apple grows PC market share
Tue, 20th Jul 2010
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Apple's market share in New Zealand exceeds 10%, standing out in global PC growth with a select few vendors achieving gains.

Need A Nerd teams with Ace Training
Tue, 20th Jul 2010
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edutech
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it training
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productivity
New Zealand's Ace Training and Need A Nerd have partnered to offer comprehensive tech solutions, combining expert support with tailored training for SMEs.

Renaissance BDM jumps ship
Tue, 20th Jul 2010
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email security
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sonicwall
Chris Kidd departs Renaissance for a pivotal role at SMX, aiming to helm the cloud email security firm's expansion across NZ and Australia.

Village Roadshow Selects Sitecore CMS as the Foundation for its Online Marketing Strategy
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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data analytics
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ecm
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cx
Village Roadshow has chosen Sitecore CMS to develop a personalised and targeted online marketing strategy for its diverse entertainment ventures.

Apple solves iPhone 4 reception problem
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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In response to widespread signal issues, Apple CEO Steve Jobs announces free Bumper cases for all iPhone 4 buyers and refunds for those who already purchased.

IDC: PC sales up 22% globally
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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analyst report
Global PC sales surged 22.4% in Q2 2010, driven by strong growth in EMEA and robust desktop shipments, IDC reports. US and APAC lag slightly.

Telcoinabox plunges $2 million into expansion
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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Telcoinabox invests USD $2 million to centralise its support operations in Sydney, aiming for a 25% increase in service providers and greater efficiency.

iPhone 4 New Zealand announcement this week?
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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Update: Apple says July 30th but we're still waiting for confirmation from Vodafone on pricing and launch details.

Vodafone explains Micro-SIM card process
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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Vodafone briefs consumers on Micro-SIM cards necessary for Apple's iPhone 4, offering free swaps and support for existing and new customers in New Zealand.

Icehouse event for start-ups
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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The Icehouse's monthly First Wednesday events offer aspiring entrepreneurs insights into start-up success. October's session is open, but spots are limited.

SteelCloud opens NZ BlackBerry app service
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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blackberry
SteelCloud has launched its BlackBerry Hosting service in NZ, offering SMEs cost-saving solutions and direct access to tech experts.

Just Laptops wins Synnex giveaway
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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personal computing devices
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distributors
Auckland’s Just Laptops clinches Synnex’s NZD $4000 Gateway Getaway prize, a hefty reward from the promotion held by Synnex and Gateway from April to June.

Free Aion expansion release date announced
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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World of Warcraft's not the only MMO with an expansion around the corner! Read on for details of Aion's upcoming free expansion Assault on Balaurea.

Facebook movie trailer released
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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The trailer for 'The Social Network', a film about Facebook's creation directed by David Fincher and starring Jesse Eisenberg, has just been released.

Mafia II DLC plans announced
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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gaming
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With just over a month till the game hit shelves, 2K details some of the post-release DLC support that Mafia II players can expect.

Orcon launches mobile, promises shake-up
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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contact centre
Orcon shakes up NZ's mobile market with no fixed-term contracts, offering competitive rates and allowing users to keep their numbers.

StarCraft II system specs released
Fri, 16th Jul 2010
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digital entertainment
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Blizzard unveils minimum and recommended specs for StarCraft II, ensuring gamers know their PCs and Macs are ready for battle.

Upcoming Mass Effect comic to star Illusive Man
Fri, 16th Jul 2010
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Meet the man behind Cerberus in the new Mass Effect comic, exploring the Illusive Man's origins and the birth of his empire.