About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 412
Kiwis are still texting and driving, five years on
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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smartphones
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texting
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police
The NZ Police is concerned at a rising number of people being caught while distracted by their phone, despite legislation being in place since 2009.
NZ First calls out government on rural broadband in Southland
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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uc
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government
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telco
While the government claims its Rural Broadband Initiative is a success in Southland, their two local MPs say it’s a failure, according to NZ First.
Bitdefender to release new product line in 2016
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
The new product line uses machine learning algorithms to enable the system to fight off new and unknown threats.
Your business continuity plan may be costing you
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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dr
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cloud services
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business continuity
An effective business continuity strategy can be challenging due to various factors that can disrupt operations, according to CenturyLink.
New Apple products to put a strain on Wi-Fi and data
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
The new wave of Apple products released today will put increasing demands on data, with smart Wi-Fi Networks key to unlocking their full potential.
iOS 9 just days away
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Apple confirms iOS 9 release date of 16 September, promising improved Siri features and powerful search capabilities.
New OS and heaps of colours for Apple Watch
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple has introduced the first major software update for the Apple Watch, with new features as well as a new range of Apple Watch cases and bands.
New Apple TV finally revealed
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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apple tv
Apple has unveiled the long-awaited revamp of Apple TV, bringing with it Siri, a touch screen remote and its very own App Store.
Surprise, Facebook is making people feel bad about themselves
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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facebook
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auckland university
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normative
Facebook making mid-30s to mid-40s women feel the worst about their appearance, says new University of Auckland study.
Polycom advances voice, video and content with new release
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
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microsoft lync
RealPresence Group Series 5.0 will feature direct interoperability with both Skype for Business and Microsoft Lync, for enhanced collaboration.
Zomato funding reaches US$225m
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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zomato
Restaurant app Zomato has raised $60m in funding led by Temasek, and plans to use the investment to expand its new business verticals.
Australian SMEs striving for improved operational efficiency
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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oki data
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sme
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acquisition
Australian SMEs are striving for improved operational efficiency, despite believing their businesses are already being run efficiently, says OKI Data Australia.
Rapid adoption of 5G from 2025, according to new research
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Rapid adoption of 5G will occur from 2025, according to Juniper Research, which says active connections will represent a threefold increase from 2024.
Government dragging its heels with Kiwi internet problems
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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telco
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labour party
Labour criticises National for delaying rural broadband improvements, saying the wait leaves rural New Zealand with inadequate internet for years.
3CX releases latest update to phone system
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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cx
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martech
In its latest move, 3CX releases v14 of its phone system, enhancing user experience with new features and improved functionality.
Microsoft NZ looking for Teacher Ambassadors
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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microsoft
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qualifications
Tech-savvy teachers sought as Microsoft NZ launches hunt for new Teacher Ambassadors to evangelise digital learning.
Central Otago towns make Government's UFB list
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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uc
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telco
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ufb
Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Alexandra, Cromwell and Clyde are among about 110 towns identified as potential areas for inclusion for UFB expansion.
Robots will not steal ALL of our jobs
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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robots
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it automation
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analyst report
Forrester Research says while there will be jobs lost in the coming years thanks to robots, people forget about potential jobs that will be created.
Kiwis falling victim to 'intimate' Skype scams, warns NZ Police
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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uc
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email security
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cybersecurity
New Zealand Police urge extreme online caution after six Kiwi men fall victim to intimate Skype blackmail scams in the past month.
Bose releases new wireless around-ear headphones
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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digital entertainment
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bose
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wireless headphones
Bose launches new wireless headphones that offer 'true wireless freedom' and up to 15 hours of battery life. #technews.