Stories by Staff - Page 321

Chinese ready for iPhone 4S
Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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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.

Critics slam Acer's cloud copy
Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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Acer faces backlash for its AcerCloud service, slammed as an iCloud clone at CES, igniting a debate on originality in cloud tech.

iPad 3 in March; iPad 4 in October?
Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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Apple may unveil iPad 3 with Retina Display in March and a feature-rich iPad 4 in October, as competition heats up.

Kiwibank scam warning
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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phishing
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email security
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kiwibank
Kiwibank warns of phishing scams, urging customers to ignore links in fake emails mimicking the bank's communication for data access.

Synnex balloon ride winners
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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lenovo
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distributors
Five firms win an airy adventure in Synnex's latest Live Life Lenovo contest, with safety a top priority following a recent tragedy.

iPhone prompted 'cage match': Windows Phone team
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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iPhone release in 2007 forces Microsoft's Windows Phone team to scrap platform after a tense 7-hour meeting dubbed 'the cage match'.

Intercad completes management buyout
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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3d
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anz bank
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private equity
Bosses at Australasian 3D modelling software distribution company take advantage of bank's decision to divest.

Bench press for success
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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network infrastructure
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naas
Workout networking, or 'sweatworking', may be the newest way to get ahead in business, but taking a break could actually be better for your Start Up.

New Zealand to kick off Global Game Jam
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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digital entertainment
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developers
New Zealand gears up to start the global gaming frenzy as host to the first Global Game Jam event, challenging teams to craft games in 48 hours.

What’s happening with Google’s Motorola Mobility deal?
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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smartphones
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partner programmes
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Google's anticipated $12.5bn Motorola Mobility deal nears, yet remains uncertain as stockholders urged caution amid 'modest profitability' forecasts.

Crazy cuisine
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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dans le noir
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startups
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founders
If you’re looking to spice up your regular restaurant routine, check out this website dedicated to the most unusual restaurants in the world.

Kiwi food for thought
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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cloud services
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facebook
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twitter
New Zealand's Ben Liebert has launched stringsof.me, a social media site prompting daily reflections and creating a unique digital diary.

Pretty ugly?
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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creative technologies
Dartmouth College unveils a tool to quantify photo alterations, sparking debate on beauty standards and potential legal labeling.

It's not about the numbers
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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technology gifts
Siblings Peter and Kylie Walker use billion-dollar satellite tech to unearth hidden Tupperware, captivating a global geocaching audience with their unique blog.

2012 - New year, Big things
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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Augmented reality program helps rebuild Christchurch, viral videos from NZ, and a review of the Nokia N9 phone.

Lego gadgets
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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lego
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photography
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creative technologies
Lego's new techno-toys appeal to all ages, with gadgets like a digital camera and steampunk sequencer, blurring the line between play and innovation.

The truth behind online gambling: convenient or dangerous?
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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online gambling
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tab
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nato
With the Melbourne Cup kicking off the racing season in November, we can expect the number of gambling bets (and fascinators!) to sky rocket.

How to buy a laser printer
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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printing
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laser
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inkjet
Find the perfect laser printer for your professional needs with our guide covering what to look for, from text quality to handling special papers.

Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One Review
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One review reveals a more family-friendly, multiplayer focus, but lacks the series' iconic arsenal upgrades.

Tech battle Andriod VS IOS
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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smartphones
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In the tech tussle between Android and iOS, Apple currently leads in sales, but Android wins in US smartphone market share.