Apps stories - Page 7

Christchurch startup Vxt, founded by University of Canterbury students, seeks to end voicemail woes with an app converting messages to text.

Deliveroo forms a Rider Advisory Panel, with 10 riders from across the country, to enhance safety measures and address road safety issues for its delivery team.

University of Auckland students have launched an app-based digital treasure hunt for Stress Less Week, engaging peers in a fun, interactive game before exams.

Jonas Leisure has launched a new app in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing connectivity for gyms and members via the Envibe software and Fitnexus platform.

Ola introduces Apple Pay integration in Australia and New Zealand, leading a major app upgrade focused on enhanced security and a frictionless user experience.

It might seem like a flashlight app just needs access to the camera flash in order to turn on and off. Apparently, that’s wrong.

Spark has launched Kupu 2.0, a mobile app that supports the teaching of Te Reo Maori in New Zealand classrooms.

An Australian-designed app that is able detect early signs of autism has won an award from the Business Higher Education Round Table.

Celebrate Red Nose Day with a special storybook app in both English and te reo Māori, crafted to raise funds and bring joy to Kiwi families.

Uber to trial its Uber Comfort service in New Zealand, offering riders a more comfortable and personalised experience for a slightly higher price.

Security threats targeting mobile devices are increasing, with one security firm citing the large number of users as a key reason.

Uber’s presence in New Zealand is getting bigger, as the company looks beyond cities and starts to etch out a presence in the regions.

Prudential Corporation Asia has introduced 'Pulse,' an AI-powered health app, providing users with 24/7 personal health management and real-time information.

Tiger Brokers, the fintech Kiwi company, has launched an app designed to help Kiwi investors test global equities markets and build global portfolios.

Karaoke app WeSing, launched by Tencent Music, has swept the Philippines, uniting users through immersive social-musical experiences.

At first glance, you might not think that a sign-in desk might be a likely place to celebrate New Zealand culture and heritage, but that’s now changing.

OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.

Facebook introduces 'Facebook Study,' compensating users in the US and India for sharing app usage data, promising transparency and data security.

Following a growing global trend, New Zealand-owned electric scooter share company Flamingo is launching in the capital June 18.

New 'Foodprint' app aims to slash food waste in Auckland, partnering with local eateries to offer half-price meals.