Stories by Staff - Page 565
Simms NZ: 'We've got to win the respect of the channel'
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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network infrastructure
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dell technologies
Managing Director Paul Johnston (pictured) has told The Channel that there's been little negativity from Simms and Dell's move into the local market.
Mac updates coming soon?
Sun, 21st Mar 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
A long-anticipated refresh for the Mac lineup, including MacBook Pro, Mac Pro, and MacBook Air, is expected soon with new Intel Core i5 and i7 chips.
iPad sales likely to outpace original iPhone
Sun, 21st Mar 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
With an estimated 200,000 iPads already pre-ordered, analysts believe that there could be more iPads sold in its first quarter than the 1.
Google TV will push Apple into action
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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martech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Google's upcoming TV device, backed by Sony, Intel, and Logitech, poses a threat to Apple TV sales, according to reports.
Apple board member passes away at 71
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
In tribute to Apple board member Jerome [Jerry] York, Apple's US website has been dedicated solely to his memory.
Kindle for Mac application now available
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Allowing users to read and purchase Kindle books on their Mac, even if they don't have a Kindle, Amazon has released its application for Mac.
Anti-ACTA event to be held in Wellington
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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uc
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government
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telco
Wellington will host PublicACTA, a forum critical of the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement, to allow public discourse two days before official negotiations.
EA NZ announces Battlefield: Bad Company 2 tournament
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
EA NZ and ON3Network launch online tournament for PC Battlefield: Bad Company 2 players, with prizes valued at over $8000.
Woosh brings back the Joy
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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uc
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Woosh defies setbacks, revitalises its fixed line plans with unique data caps, outstripping competitors and redefining connectivity.
Another day, another Facebook scam
Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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chillisoft
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distributors
McAfee Labs exposes a widespread Facebook scam: a fake password reset email with a malicious attachment. Users warned to stay vigilant.
Alcatel Lucent builds new mobile team
Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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seek
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alcatel-lucent
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telecom
Alcatel Lucent is seeking three top mobile managers for its Wellington HQ, aiming to revitalise its mobile network maintenance approach and enhance performance.
NZ Software Association steps up
Thu, 18th Mar 2010
The New Zealand Software Association has become the country's representative body in the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organisation (ASOCIO).
Exego claims 350% performance boost
Thu, 18th Mar 2010
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riverbed
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bandwidth
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employees
Automotive firm Exego Group (best known for the Repco brand) has said it’s boosted its IT infrastructure more than threefold using Riverbed technology.
Report: US responsible for most malicious websites
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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malware
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cybersecurity
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avg technologies
A research study has revealed that most malicious websites are hosted on US servers and not in other countries like China.
The difference between NZ and US - Zeacom
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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uc
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contact centre
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exporting
NZ lags behind the US in customer service automation, but Zeacom's CEO believes there's time to catch up amid recession contrasts.
Oceanus UK acquires Australian IT firm Erilis
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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ecm
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martech
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support
Oceanus UK has acquired Australian company Erilis to expand its global footprint and develop new business in Asia Pacific.
Need for Speed World beta now open
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
EA launches closed beta for its MMO racer, Need for Speed World, giving players the chance to offer feedback to developers.
Intergen's Dynamics Day '10 detailed
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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microsoft
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intergen
The firm is currently working with Microsoft to bring speakers to the Wellington-based event, COO Simon Bright has revealed.
Facebook viewing app is another scam
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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cloud services
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facebook
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security
Facebook is grappling with another scam as rogue apps falsely claim to reveal profile viewers while funnelling clicks for scam revenue.
Naverisk: Our pricing is winning clients
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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it automation
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partner programmes
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cloud services
Naverisk’s non-contract pricing model has seen clients leaving Kaseya, says ANZ Sales and Marketing Manager Mark Checksfield.