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Hackers jailbreak iPhone 4S, iPad 2 - Updated
Apple

Hackers jailbreak iPhone 4S, iPad 2 - Updated

A 'dream team' of hackers achieves an untethered jailbreak for iPhone 4S and iPad 2, with the hack downloaded 1M times in 24h.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2012
Nissan's self-healing iPhone case
Apple

Nissan's self-healing iPhone case

Nissan debuts 'self-healing' iPhone case using car paint tech to mend scratches, hinting at future applications like scratch-proof sunglasses.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 18th Jan 2012
Scalpers derail iPhone 4S release in China
Apple

Scalpers derail iPhone 4S release in China

Apple's iPhone 4S launch in China was marred by chaos as huge crowds caused sales to be suspended at Apple's retail stores in Beijing and Shanghai.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 16th Jan 2012
Chinese ready for iPhone 4S
Apple

Chinese ready for iPhone 4S

Apple prepares for a major entry into China with iPhone 4S set to launch via China Unicom and potential approval for China Telecom in time for Chinese New Year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jan 2012
iPhone prompted 'cage match': Windows Phone team
Apple

iPhone prompted 'cage match': Windows Phone team

iPhone release in 2007 forces Microsoft's Windows Phone team to scrap platform after a tense 7-hour meeting dubbed 'the cage match'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jan 2012
Samsung No 1 Mobile Phone brand in ANZ
Apple

Samsung No 1 Mobile Phone brand in ANZ

Samsung has emerged as the top mobile phone brand in Australia and New Zealand, overtaking Apple, driven by strong Galaxy S II sales and growing Android demand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Dec 2011
Microsoft releases OneNote for iPad
Microsoft

Microsoft releases OneNote for iPad

The app allows users to take quick notes 'for keeping tabs on all of your busy life's tasks, commitments, ideas and decisions'.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2011
Apple to sell 30m iPhones this quarter?
Apple

Apple to sell 30m iPhones this quarter?

Apple's iPhone sales could hit a record 30m this quarter, as industry experts raise forecasts, despite a slowdown in iPad growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2011
Apple's iOS codenames
iOS

Apple's iOS codenames

For Mac developers it's big cats, for Android it's desserts - what do iPhone developers name their creations after?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Dec 2011
MYOB takes first step towards cloud integration
Fintech

MYOB takes first step towards cloud integration

MYOB debuts new cloud-era tools, investing $75m over 3 years to rejuvenate its accounting software, catering to desktop and Mac users.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2011
Telecom prices iPhone 4S
Unified Communications

Telecom prices iPhone 4S

Telecom reveals iPhone 4S deals: Free with $120/month contract. Sale starts Friday at select NZ locations, challenging Vodafone's upcoming offer.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2011
Is Apple bringing Siri to older iPhones?
Apple

Is Apple bringing Siri to older iPhones?

With the new iPhone 4S landing here on Friday, one rumour suggests its flagship app may receive a more general release.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2011

Stories from Other Regions

The coolest way to protect your device
Apple

The coolest way to protect your device

Coating that prevents water damage to smartphones and other devices may be the most useful product on display at CES.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Jan 2012
iTunes Match now available in NZ
Apple

iTunes Match now available in NZ

Apple's iTunes Match launches in NZ, allowing Kiwis to sync their music libraries with the cloud. Full service now live for users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 19th Dec 2011
iBottleopener - iPhone bottle opener case
Semiconductors

iBottleopener - iPhone bottle opener case

Revolutionise your BBQs with the iBottleopener, the iPhone case that doubles as a bottle opener. A must-have Kiwi invention for summer festivities!.

By Aaron Greenwood • 1 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2011
BRAINBITER released!
Apple

BRAINBITER released!

TRellerby is a New Zealand Developer who has released one game to the appstore with positive reviews and is currently working on there second game.

By Aaron Greenwood • 1 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2011
Fast, Fresh & Tasty (delicious dinner recipes using NZ products and what's in season right now)
Apple

Fast, Fresh & Tasty (delicious dinner recipes using NZ products and what's in season right now)

Revolutionise dinner with 'Fast Fresh and Tasty' app, featuring 100+ NZ seasonal recipes and a genius shopping list feature. Essential for foodies!.

By Aaron Greenwood • 1 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2011
iPhone 4S NZ date announced - Updated
Apple

iPhone 4S NZ date announced - Updated

Kiwi iPhone enthusiasts gear up as the iPhone 4S hits NZ stores on Nov 11, with pre-orders from Nov 4. Prices start at $1049 for the 16GB model.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2011