Stories by Staff - Page 325
Noel Leeming's sales and profits up
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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Noel Leeming revels in a 40% profit leap, attributing success to in-demand tech gifts and refined customer service strategies.
Telecom cracks the whip over CDMA users
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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Telecom enlists Gary McCormick to urge CDMA users to switch to XT, with incentives like a free handset for postpaid plan commitments.
InternetNZ to host second NetHui
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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InternetNZ gears up for the second NetHui, fostering diverse discussions among internet users and IT professionals in July 2012.
Start-up sessions: itravelnz
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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In a new column, IT Brief editor Angelique Jurd looks at a promising start-up that’s creating and innovating with technology.
Telecom's special Xbox broadband deal
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Telecom entices gamers with a free year of Xbox Live Gold, plus waived broadband fees on 12-month contracts, enhancing online entertainment.
TelstraClear crunches unmetered weekend numbers
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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TelstraClear's unmetered weekend saw a data usage 'frenzy,' with customers consuming 359TB, a 2.5-fold increase from the previous weekend's total.
Long wait for fix to Skyrim's PS3 lag issue
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Skyrim's PS3 gamers face a rocky journey as a recent patch fails to fix serious lag issues, leaving players stranded in a glitchy realm.
Game review: WWE '12
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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WWE '12 aims to rejuvenate the series with revamped gameplay and controls but struggles with AI difficulty and lackluster graphics.
Microsoft to offer peek at Windows Store - Updated
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Microsoft gears up to unveil Windows Store in a bid to rival Apple's app market, promising an enticing revenue scheme for developers.
Quiet in the tweet seats!
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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American theatres are embracing 'tweet seats' to cater to tech-savvy patrons, allowing live tweeting from designated areas to minimise disruptions.
Exclusive: interview with Palo Alto CTO Nir Zuk
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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In an exclusive chat, Palo Alto CTO Nir Zuk shares insights on evolving cyber threats and unveils WildFire, their spear phishing shield.
App of the Week: Evernote
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Ever stumble across a great website then try and find it later on and have no idea where it was? This is the app for you.
Christchurch bathroom firm claims Greentree prize
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Christchurch-based Smail and Co wins Greentree’s Game On competition, securing a NZD $250,000 IT upgrade to meet increased post-earthquake demand.
Microsoft enabling voice for kiwi Kinect owners - Updated
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Xbox Kinect's voice command update, tackling NZ's unique accent, faces a slight delay but promises an enhanced gaming experience.
New dawn for internet porn
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Over 100,000 new .xxx pornographic websites have launched, aiming to create a virtual red-light district to prevent accidental access to adult content.
$8m on offer for Wellington start-ups
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Angel HQ and NZVIF launch £8m fund to fuel Wellington's start-up scene, promising vital capital for 15-20 young companies.
Opera: 'because Justin Bieber doesn't use it'
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Opera 11.60 debuts, promising a sleek alternative to boring default browsers, with a cheeky nod to Justin Bieber.
GrabOne partners with Kidsline
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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GrabOne allies with Kidsline to support youth mental health, launching a donation page with options to contribute NZD $5 to NZD $50 for the cause.
Five game characters we'd hate to buy gifts for
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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Christmas shopping can be a real drag, but imagine if some of gaming's most famous characters were on your list.
HP helps bring e-smiles to sick kids
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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HP launches e-smiles campaign, inviting the public to send digital messages of hope to sick kids at Ronald McDonald House, Auckland.