Stories by Staff - Page 69
Sky TV set to launch subscription video on demand
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
Sky TV to launch standalone SVOD service in 2014, partners with Vodafone for broadband bundle. 100,000 homes already on board.
What iOS 8 means for iPhone and iPad security
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
Apple's iOS 8 introduces groundbreaking security upgrades for iPhones and iPads, with Symantec analysing potential risks and exploits.
Sparks fly as Telecom seals Business Cloud specialist acquisition
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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uc
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cloud services
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telco
Telecom to acquire specialist Appserv to expand Cloud services, strengthening Telecom's position in the market.
Kiwi start-ups receive $3m investment boost
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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lightning lab
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creative hq
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accelerator
Nine Kiwi startups have secured offers of seed investment totalling NZD $3 million from the Lightning Lab Demo Day, New Zealand's prime pitch event.
Data consumption sky rockets as Kiwis change smartphone habits
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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uc
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telco
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4g technology
Mobile data usage at Fieldays increased by over 50%, while text message usage decreased by over 30%, according to statistics from Telecom.
Smartphones set to dominate smart connected device market...
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
Global smart connected device (SCD) shipments expected to reach 1.8 billion in 2014, led by smartphone growth. #technology #smartphones.
Microsoft 'serves' up another Partner of the Year award...
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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microsoft
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commvault
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awards
CommVault named Microsoft Server Platform Partner of the Year for its excellence in innovation & implementation.
Choosing a cloud provider
Tue, 17th Jun 2014
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cloud services
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onenet
Dr Michael Snowden from OneNet highlights key considerations for choosing the right cloud provider, stressing due diligence and reputation.
An in-depth take on Reconciliation as a Service (RaaS)... in telecommunications
Tue, 17th Jun 2014
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pentech
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bizview
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partners
NZ's BIZview RaaS offers a lifeline to firms bleeding cash on telecom bills by simplifying complex data for smarter decisions.
State-funded Chorus fibre plans nothing more than a PR stunt?
Sat, 14th Jun 2014
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chorus
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social media
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fibre
Chorus urged to extend #Gigatown prize as UltraFast Fibre offers its own gigabit service. Plans branded as a publicity stunt.
Forget the wheel, HP’s reinventing the computer
Sat, 14th Jun 2014
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storage
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personal computing devices
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hp
In attempting to transform both hardware and software infrastructure, HP has revealed its plans to completely reinvent the computer.
N4L rollout ahead of schedule, says Govt
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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government
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n4l
500 schools in New Zealand are now connected to the Managed Network under the N4L programme, ahead of schedule.
The reseller Eagle has landed... in New Zealand
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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eagle technology
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digitalglobe
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partners
DigitalGlobe partners with Eagle Technology to provide high-resolution geospatial products and services in New Zealand.
Fundraising app to benefit ‘Tablets in Schools’
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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personal computing devices
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apps
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byod
Kev the Kiwi is helping to get more tablets into schools, with a fundraising app developed by the Digital Office.
Brocade: Building the right network foundation
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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brocade
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cloud services
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open standards
Brocade's Greig Guy offers some tips for businesses wanting to utilise the cloud for some, but not all, of their data in the hybrid cloud space.
Innovative Professor receives Distinguished Education Award
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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swinburne university of technology
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software engineering
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industrial
John Grundy receives prestigious education award for his influence on Software Engineering curriculum at Swinburne University.
Back-up for the ‘always on’ business
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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virtualisation
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dr
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cloud services
Charles Clarke champions cloud backup for 24/7 businesses, highlighting the crucial role of the right data strategy in preventing IT outages.
Internet Party to select 'high-calibre' candidates
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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internet party
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mana
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strategy
The Internet Party will announce its list of candidates, including electorates, on June 19. 22 shortlisted candidates were evaluated in Auckland.
IBM / Lenovo deal: What partners need to know...
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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lenovo
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ibm
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partners
Why is IBM transitioning x86 to Lenovo? That's million-dollar question on the lips of the company's Business Partners.
Apple takes WWDC back to its roots with software updates...
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
Apple reinvents with WWDC, focusing on software upgrades and seamless connectivity across iOS and OSX, aiming to enhance user and developer experiences.