Stories by Staff - Page 552

Infinity Ward to close after next map pack?
Thu, 29th Apr 2010
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After several high profile staff walkouts, an analyst believes the studio behind Modern Warfare 2 will be 'essentially closed' once the next map pack launches.

Telarus launches web analysis tools
Thu, 29th Apr 2010
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Telarus unveils 'Hosted Proxy' tool, powered by Zscaler, to help SMEs manage web traffic and enhance security, focusing on social media sites like Facebook.

HP acquires Palm for US$1.2 billion - Updated
Thu, 29th Apr 2010
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HP has completed its USD $1.2 billion acquisition of Palm, aiming to leverage Palm's webOS and IP assets to strengthen its footprint in the mobile market.

Questions around benefits of $1.5b network
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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NetSafe's Cocker questions the true benefits of the Govt's $1.5b Ultra Fast Broadband network, amidst debates on its future uses.

Adobe steps up NZ channel activity
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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renaissance
Adobe intensifies its NZ channel efforts with a proactive strategy and new hires, promising a stronger focus in 2023.

Gen-i launches ReadyCloud Server
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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servers
Gen-i unveils ReadyCloud Server, offering agile, cost-effective cloud computing tailored for businesses seeking efficiency and flexibility.

Full list of Symantec award winners
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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partner awards
Symantec reveals winners of its 2010 Asia Pacific and Japan Partner Awards, honouring top partners like Jainam Technologies and Datastor across the region.

Nintendo announces Wii price drop
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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In a bold move, Nintendo slashes Wii's price by $100 to NZ$399.95 from April 29th, marking its first price cut in Australasia since 2006.

Datastor wins Symantec award
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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customer service
The distributor has been recognised as a leading channel partner at Symantec's Inaugural APJ Partner Conference 2010.

McAfee to compensate for crashed PCs
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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smart home
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casb
McAfee will compensate users after a faulty update crashed Windows XP PCs, offering reimbursements and free subscription extensions to those affected.

HP hails decade's 'first major architectural upgrade'
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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The company has unveiled new integrity solutions that it says represent the first major architectural upgrade for Integrity Superdome in a decade.

InFamous playtester rebuilds Empire City in ModNation Racers
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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technology gifts
Sucker Punch's playtester recreates InFamous's Empire City in ModNation Racers, showcasing the game's advanced editing tools.

Microsoft vet joins Jabra
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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Harold Melnick, ex-Microsoft, named head of Marketing and Alliances at Jabra ANZ, aiming to bolster partner relations and brand strategy.

Google buys web app developer
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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After working with the search giant for five years on iGoogle gadgets, Labpixies has now become part of the Google stable.

Symantec offers partners new growth
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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strategy
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investment
A new program has been established to reward partner investment in Symantec solutions and services that will come into play at the end of the year.

Red Dead Redemption competitive multiplayer video released
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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Rockstar teases new multiplayer modes in Red Dead Redemption's latest trailer, featuring Western-themed gang matches and shootouts.

Police raid Gizmodo editor's home
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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Following last week's report on the fourth generation iPhone that was lost in a bar, US police have raided the writer's home and seized his computer equipment.

iPad launches in China (illegally)
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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Chinese pirates have released a bootleg version of Apple's iPad, just three weeks after the device went on sale in the US.

iPad virus warning issued
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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BitDefender has issued a warning about a new iPad malware spreading via a fake iTunes update, urging users to avoid suspicious downloads.

Alan Wake 'Bright Falls' shorts detailed
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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Microsoft unveils 'Bright Falls', a six-part live-action prequel to Alan Wake, promising spine-tingling suspense across episodes.