Stories by Staff - Page 295

NZICT broadens scope to match changes in tech industry
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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universities
Membership rules changed to include ‘high technology’ companies and other stakeholders in the New Zealand technology ecosystem.

The tech behind Weta Digital's success
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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brocade
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juniper networks
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fujitsu
Weta Digital, celebrated for its groundbreaking VFX in films like Avatar, thrives on cutting-edge tech and strategic alliances.

Top 5 worst game endings
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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digital entertainment
From Super Mario Bros. to Final Fantasy X, here are 3 of the most disappointing video game endings of all time.

New RIM boss admits challenges are 'significant'
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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smartphones
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blackberry
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resignations
RIM's new CEO Thorsten Heins labels company risks as 'significant', amidst a 19% revenue dip and high-profile resignations.

Connector Systems signs second deal this week
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
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byod
Connector Systems secures another deal, now distributing Bradford Networks in ANZ to bolster mobile device security amid soaring BYOD challenges.

Virtualisation: do more with less
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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virtualisation
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open source
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linux
NZ firms unlock agility and cost savings through virtualisation, leveraging tech to streamline operations and innovate.

Datastor Forum becomes 'Imagine 2012'
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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westcon-comstor
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distributors
Datastor transforms into Imagine 2012, offering IT enthusiasts insight into emerging tech and business strategies in NZ.

Cyberoam & SnapperNet bid for SonicWall resellers
Fri, 30th Mar 2012
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network infrastructure
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sonicwall
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snappernet
Cyberoam and SnapperNet court SonicWall resellers amid Dell acquisition, offering free training and UTM feature licenses.

Gaming visionary looking for staff
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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software development
Peter Molyneux's new venture, 22Cans, seeks talented staff for innovative gaming projects, hinting at cloud and web tech integration.

Orcon announces school UFB plans
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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uc
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telco
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orcon
Orcon unveils affordable UFB plans for schools, offering up to 1000GB data, with security ensured by partnering with Watchdog.

Huawei fiasco: winners and losers
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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uc
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chorus
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telco
Amid a Huawei uproar, Australian ban contrasts sharply with New Zealand's welcoming stance, stirring a whirlwind of diplomatic and corporate tremors.

Mobile number ‘ports’ to hit 500,000
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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uc
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telco
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tcf
Over half a million telecom users are set to port their mobile numbers by April, with 2degrees capturing the majority.

Printer sales to soar after tough 2011: IDC
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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hp
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fuji xerox
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printing
After a challenging 2011, IDC predicts a surge in printer sales across ANZ with vendors benefiting from a post-disaster and economic recovery demand.

Movie & TV streaming finally comes to NZ
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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quickflix
The service will offer unlimited viewing for $9.99 per month, rising to $16.99 per month once the introductory period is over.

Kiwi payment company brings senior exec home
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Long-time team member Wayne Robinson returns from Dubai to lead sales and marketing of new end-to-end solutions.

Game review: FIFA Street
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
FIFA Street captures the essence of small-scale soccer, but lacks responsiveness and style compared to the main franchise.

Australian watchdog tackles Apple over iPad's 4G status
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipad
Device only supports networks in the 700MHz and 2100MHz spectrum bands, meaning a long wait for Australasian users.

Use experience, not apps to deal with cyberbullying: expert
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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uc
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cyberbullying
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telco
Cyberbullying is as real and as harmful as bullying in the real world, and online safety group NetSafe is taking steps to address the issue.

Tauranga aims for total CBD wi-fi coverage
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Tauranga set to offer full CBD wi-fi coverage in a bold move by EOL and Downtown Tauranga, providing free internet city-wide.

Connector Systems adds PCTEL to wireless range
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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connector systems
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growth
Connector Systems boosts its wireless offerings by securing a distribution deal with antenna specialist PCTEL, eyeing expansive growth.