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$12 all-you-can-eat text plans

Wed, 28th Oct 2009
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Telecom introduces $12 'Non Stop Text' plan for heavy SMS users, challenging competitors with unlimited texting across all networks.
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Huge increase in rogue anti-malware

Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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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.
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Malware scares for Halloween

Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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As Halloween nears, Symantec warns spammers are exploiting the holiday, phishing for personal info via free gift cards and health product offers.
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Minimum PC specs unveiled for Modern Warfare 2

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Gear up gamers: Infinity Ward reveals minimum PC specs for Modern Warfare 2, releasing Nov 10. Check if your setup makes the cut.
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Vodafone drops price for iPhones

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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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.
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Major Nelson shatters Xbox 360 Blu-ray rumours

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Rumors of a Blu-ray drive for Xbox 360 have been quashed by Microsoft's Major Nelson, stating no plans for introduction.
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Harness the power of the cloud, says Ovum

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Ovum advises IT service providers to embrace cloud innovation to stay afloat amidst evolving tech trends, says Research Director John Madden.
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Dell implements new service offerings for Windows 7

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Dell launches new services to aid Windows 7 migration, leveraging insights from over a thousand internal pilot users to enhance consulting and deployment.
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Commission takes Vodafone to court

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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The Commerce Commission has launched legal action against Vodafone, accusing it of misleading advertising in six campaigns dating back to 2006.
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NetSuite brings ERP to the iPhone

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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NetSuite launches the first mobile ERP suite for iPhone users, offering comprehensive business management tools including CRM and eCommerce data.
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Free NES title for some Wii owners

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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Wii owners reimbursed with a free NES title after buying now-free Internet Channel, needing latest system update to redeem before Dec 31.
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Queen in Lego Rock Band

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Members of legendary rock band Queen will feature in upcoming video game, Lego Rock Band, playing their smash hits.
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TCF chief appointed

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Vodafone's Head of Industry Affairs David Stone has been appointed Chief Executive of the Telecommunications Carriers Forum.
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Labour Party's Clare Curran reckons a split from Telecom is in the works

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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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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network security
Renaissance Brands secures exclusive NZ distributor deal for Palo Alto Networking, enhancing local access to cutting-edge firewall tech.
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Back off logo bashing

Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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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.
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Rate reductions will cost us $450m - Vodafone

Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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Another week, another round in the Mobile Termination Rates regulation saga - and Vodafone has come out swinging.
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Video preview - DJ Hero hands-on

Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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Activision's DJ Hero amazes with intuitive gameplay and diverse tracks, from Jackson 5 to Bowie, proving it's not just for rock fans.
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New Web site to support emergency services when minutes matter

Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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The Web site allows Kiwis to check and confirm that the emergency services have the right details on how to find them.
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Text to alert drivers to law change

Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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Vodafone will text customers about a new law banning phone calls while driving unless hands-free, effective 1 November. The company supports the initiative.