Stories by Staff - Page 589

Murdoch declares war on Google
Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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Unless a foolproof way is found of generating revenue from online news, the future of journalism itself is under threat.

Samurai: Way of the Warrior
Tue, 22nd Dec 2009
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Embark on an epic journey as Daisuke Shimada, a samurai determined to halt the tyranny of evil Daimyo Hattoro in ancient Japan's war-torn lands.

2degrees claims Vodafone’s customers
Fri, 18th Dec 2009
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Since 2degrees launched in August 42,500 mobile users have ported their number to the fledging mobile carrier – 85% from Vodafone.

Much ado about MTRs
Fri, 18th Dec 2009
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Final talks on mobile termination rates see telecom giants clash, with 2degrees retracting offers as Vodafone and Telecom propose cuts.

Linux conference open source eye opener
Fri, 18th Dec 2009
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Hundreds of open source software aficionados will congregate in Wellington this January for the Linux.conf.au conference (LCA2010).

Telecom’s separation – one step forward, one step sideways
Fri, 18th Dec 2009
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Telecom has met the deadline to produce accounting separation reports – but is asking for a variation on milestones its wholesale service is required to meet.

Gen-i wins defence force contract extension
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and Gen-i have extended their relationship for another three years with the signing of a new licensing contract.

Vodafone adds more SKY channels
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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The number of SKY channels on Vodafone’s mobile TV offering has been boosted to 14, with the addition of channels for children and sports fans.

Microsoft announces Windows 7 partner competition winners
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Microsoft rewarded top partners with USD $12,000 during its Windows 7 competition, fostering early adoption and excitement before the official launch.

Lenovo Distribution Manager leaves
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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After six months working as Lenovo’s New Zealand Distribution Manager, Pip Heath will be leaving both Lenovo and the country in the new year.

Splinter Cell: Conviction co-op trailer unveiled
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Ubisoft reveals co-op details for Splinter Cell: Conviction, with intense action and stealth as key aspects of gameplay.

Cisco launches new channel resources
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Cisco channel partners can now benefit from the availability of added resources to help them push the ever-expanding Cisco brand.

Microsoft announces NZ release for Wireless N adaptor
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Microsoft's NZ launch of the Wireless N adaptor boosts Xbox 360's wireless speed and coverage, promising enhanced gaming and HD streaming.

Sidhe Interactive adds another gaming award to its trophy cabinet
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Sidhe Interactive's Shatter clinches best PlayStation Store game of 2009 by IGN, outshining strong contenders in a remarkable win.

Further Assassin's Creed II DLC details revealed
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Ubisoft unveils more on Assassin’s Creed II DLC: New memories, allies, and the return of the flying machine, starting end of January.

YouTube reveals 'most watched' lists
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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YouTube has announced its first official Most Watched lists which shows which videos New Zealanders have been searching for most in 2009.

Avaya proving tops for NSC
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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NSC's Auckland move and partnership with Avaya drive success, escalating customer base and staff numbers in the NZ tech scene.

Telecom advert likely to mislead – ASA
Wed, 16th Dec 2009
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The Advertising Standards Association has ruled in favour of 2degrees over a complaint it lodged against Telecom regarding misleading advertising.

NZ tech innovators perform strongly
Wed, 16th Dec 2009
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NZ tech shines globally, with 51 firms in Deloitte Fast 500. Amid recession, this marks a significant leap from last year's 31.

More security woes for Adobe
Wed, 16th Dec 2009
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Another security vulnerability has been found in Adobe products – this time affecting Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat.