Stories by Staff - Page 377
$12 all-you-can-eat text plans
Wed, 28th Oct 2009
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vodafone
Telecom introduces $12 'Non Stop Text' plan for heavy SMS users, challenging competitors with unlimited texting across all networks.
Huge increase in rogue anti-malware
Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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trojan
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banking
RSA report finds rogue anti-malware programs surged by 585% in first half of 2009, with banking Trojans and social media attacks also on the rise.
Malware scares for Halloween
Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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symantec
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spam
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internet security
As Halloween nears, Symantec warns spammers are exploiting the holiday, phishing for personal info via free gift cards and health product offers.
Minimum PC specs unveiled for Modern Warfare 2
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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amd
Gear up gamers: Infinity Ward reveals minimum PC specs for Modern Warfare 2, releasing Nov 10. Check if your setup makes the cut.
Vodafone drops price for iPhones
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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customers
Vodafone has announced a new range of iPhone 24-month plans that significantly cut back on the cost of the smartphone handsets in time for Christmas.
Major Nelson shatters Xbox 360 Blu-ray rumours
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Rumors of a Blu-ray drive for Xbox 360 have been quashed by Microsoft's Major Nelson, stating no plans for introduction.
Harness the power of the cloud, says Ovum
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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research director
Ovum advises IT service providers to embrace cloud innovation to stay afloat amidst evolving tech trends, says Research Director John Madden.
Dell implements new service offerings for Windows 7
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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network infrastructure
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migration
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tablets
Dell launches new services to aid Windows 7 migration, leveraging insights from over a thousand internal pilot users to enhance consulting and deployment.
Commission takes Vodafone to court
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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commerce commission
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vodafone
The Commerce Commission has launched legal action against Vodafone, accusing it of misleading advertising in six campaigns dating back to 2006.
NetSuite brings ERP to the iPhone
Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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blackberry
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technology gifts
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retail
NetSuite launches the first mobile ERP suite for iPhone users, offering comprehensive business management tools including CRM and eCommerce data.
Free NES title for some Wii owners
Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Wii owners reimbursed with a free NES title after buying now-free Internet Channel, needing latest system update to redeem before Dec 31.
Queen in Lego Rock Band
Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Members of legendary rock band Queen will feature in upcoming video game, Lego Rock Band, playing their smash hits.
TCF chief appointed
Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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vodafone
Vodafone's Head of Industry Affairs David Stone has been appointed Chief Executive of the Telecommunications Carriers Forum.
Labour Party's Clare Curran reckons a split from Telecom is in the works
Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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chorus
Opposition claims Telecom under government pressure to separate. Telecom spokesperson refuses to comment on the matter.
Renaissance piles on Palo Alto Networking
Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Renaissance Brands secures exclusive NZ distributor deal for Palo Alto Networking, enhancing local access to cutting-edge firewall tech.
Back off logo bashing
Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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branding
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rebrand
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media
A design expert defends Telecom's new logo amid public backlash, arguing the GBP £2.55 share price stabilisation post-rebrand signifies long-term value.
Rate reductions will cost us $450m - Vodafone
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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government
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commerce commission
Another week, another round in the Mobile Termination Rates regulation saga - and Vodafone has come out swinging.
Video preview - DJ Hero hands-on
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Activision's DJ Hero amazes with intuitive gameplay and diverse tracks, from Jackson 5 to Bowie, proving it's not just for rock fans.
New Web site to support emergency services when minutes matter
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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emergency services
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communication
The Web site allows Kiwis to check and confirm that the emergency services have the right details on how to find them.
Text to alert drivers to law change
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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customers
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driving
Vodafone will text customers about a new law banning phone calls while driving unless hands-free, effective 1 November. The company supports the initiative.