Stories by Staff - Page 309
A new era for Norton
Thu, 16th Feb 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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symantec
Symantec revolutionises digital security with Norton One and Norton 360 Everywhere, bringing cloud-based simplicity to consumers.
Start-up Sessions: PaperKite
Thu, 16th Feb 2012
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smartphones
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apps
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app store
Head of successful app building company says small business success is about knowing your limitations and learning to let go.
Kiwi IT company named premier Google reseller
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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google
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it services
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fronde
Kiwi IT firm Fronde achieves 'premier' Google reseller status, enhancing service to top clients like New Zealand Post and Flight Centre.
Funding your start up, part 2: Market Validation
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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google
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massey university
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venture capital
Cracking the code to startup success: Market validation is key, says Massey Uni expert, Sabrina Nagel, before seeking funding.
Adobe appoints marketing head for ANZ
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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martech
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microsoft
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adobe
13-year veteran of Microsoft in Australia & the UK tasked with driving regional awareness of content creation brand.
What's the greatest video game ending?
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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call of duty
Call of Duty: Black Ops leads with the greatest game ending, says Guinness World Records 2012 Gamer’s Edition, sparking debate among fans.
Tim Cook talks cash, China, and iCloud
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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icloud
At the Goldman Sachs conference, Tim Cook addresses Apple's US$100 billion cash, labour issues in Asia, and the growth of iCloud users.
Bioware names local Star Wars: TOR launch date
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Bioware has announced a local launch for Star Wars: TOR on March 1, with servers for NZ, Australia, HK, and Singapore.
Mobile ads have 'enormous potential'
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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smartphones
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martech
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pwc
A PwC report for IABNZ reveals New Zealand's mobile ad spend at NZD $632,092 in 2011, 0.18% of total online ad spend, with massive growth potential.
Establishing a New Zealand startup ecosystem
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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endpoint protection
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edr
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startup weekend
Christchurch Start Up Weekend drives the creation of a cohesive NZ startup ecosystem, offering entrepreneurs over 50hrs of insight for just $100.
Tech writer’s infographic proposal
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Tech writer turns love into maths, crafting a romantic infographic to propose to Mashable VP Stacy Green, proving love's improbable odds.
App of the Week: Photosynth
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
Defying whimsy, Photosynth redefines panoramic photography for the skill-challenged, emerging as our App of the Week.
Cloud risks overstated: analysts
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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ovum
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research director
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volution
Industry experts say cloud angst is overdone, highlighting the boon for early adopters over regulator worries, says Ovum report.
Ongoing concern over Steam breach
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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steam
Valve's Steam still reeling from November hack, with fears of compromised user data exceeding initial estimates, reveals Gabe Newell.
US, EU sign off Google's Motorola purchase
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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google
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patents
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acquisition
Google seals $12.5 billion Motorola deal with US and EU nod, promising fair licensing. Regulatory eyes remain keen on market play.
Diablo III Collector's Edition treats
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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blizzard
At last, Diablo III emerges from development limbo, bringing a Collector's Edition loaded with treats for loyal Blizzard fans.
Xero bosses sell shares to allow others on board
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Top Xero executives sell USD $5 million in shares to welcome new investors, including MYOB co-founder Brad Shofer, without diluting current holdings.
Two new categories in NZ tech awards
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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datacom
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endace
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hi-tech awards
NZ Hi-Tech Awards introduce two new categories, spotlighting innovative mobile tech and multinational contributions. Entries close March 5.
Start-up Sessions: Hell Pizza
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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social media
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zombies
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qr code
Hell Pizza, under director Stu McMullin, champions technology, from pioneering mobile EFTPOS in '96 to launching innovative apps and thriving in South Korea.
Mac or Windows - why choose?
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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personal computing devices
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windows
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apple
Switching between Mac and Windows made easy with Parallels Desktop, letting users enjoy the best of both worlds without rebooting.