Stories by Staff - Page 378
Spot the Telecom logo
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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retail
Telecom launched its new logo but hasn't widely rolled it out yet, opting for a gradual transition over months to manage costs and avoid appearing extravagant.
Zombie Island DLC announced for Borderlands
Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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Ahead of Borderlands' launch, 2K reveals 'The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned' DLC, promising fresh enemies, quests, and rare loot for later this year.
Video: Forza Motorsport 3 on the world's largest cinema screen
Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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Microsoft and Pead PR invited Game Console to play Forza Motorsport 3 on the world's largest 35mm permanent screen at Hoyts Sylvia Park in Auckland.
Tsunami-disaster aided by free calling
Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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vodafone
Telecoms companies provide free calling to those affected by the Samoa tsunami, with over $1.1 million worth of calls made.
Mobile marketing opportunities
Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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Mobile marketing set to transform advertising, with Smartphones and apps driving engagement and innovation, says 2Degrees CEO Eric Hertz.
Man jailed for child sex images
Thu, 15th Oct 2009
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A 50-year-old man jailed for 6 months after IT firms discovered child sexual abuse images on his computers, highlighting global fight against exploitation.
Global PTM expands into ANZ
Thu, 15th Oct 2009
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managing director
The company today announced its expansion in the ANZ market to support its growing business in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Google tells Web sites to clean up
Thu, 15th Oct 2009
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cybersecurity
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google
Google has launched a campaign to notify operators of compromised Web sites that they need to do some tidying up.
Stephen King novel hidden online
Thu, 15th Oct 2009
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websites
Stephen King's UK publisher Hodder & Stoughton has launched the biggest ever game of literary hide-and-seek online.
Fuji Xerox launches rewards program
Thu, 15th Oct 2009
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partners
Fuji Xerox unveils 'Kansha', a rewards scheme in Australia and New Zealand to honour channel partners with perks like travel and electronics.
Local game-trading site launches
Thu, 15th Oct 2009
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technology gifts
Swap old for gold! GameSwitch, a local site for trading console games, has launched, offering gamers a new way to refresh their collections.
Video preview - EyePet: Your Virtual Pet
Wed, 14th Oct 2009
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Sony and Eleven PR recently treated Game Console to some hands-on time with EyePet: Your Virtual Pet for PlayStation 3.
Mixed reaction to Big Time
Wed, 14th Oct 2009
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Telecom's new data plan receives positive response, but backlash from customers on old plan who say it's near identical and slower.
October Windows updates available
Wed, 14th Oct 2009
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Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesday, when it issues online updates for its operating systems, has set a new record this month.
Introducing ConnectMe
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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netguide
NetGuide launches ConnectMe, a one-stop platform for everything mobile, from handsets to apps, simplifying the telco landscape after 13 years of web expertise.
Freeview sales boosted by Prime
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Freeview partly credits adding SKY's free-to-air channel Prime to its lists for an upsurge in sales of its digital television receivers.
Blog: A journey through Final Fantasy
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Damian Seeto details his transformative journey from Final Fantasy skeptic to ardent fan, discovering patience and perseverance in gaming.
Free Nokia Ovi games
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Own a Nokia handset compatible with its Ovi gaming platform? Up to 10 popular Gameloft titles are available for free download for a limited time.
DRM issues reported in PSPgo incentive
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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playstation plus
Sony's PSPgo upgrade incentive faces DRM issues, blocking free game plays for non-US users. Sony vows a fix soon.
Review: Red Alert 3: Commander's Challenge
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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How does a 2GB port of a game mode from Red Alert 3 on PC translate to the consoles? Ryan Vincent investigates.