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Fibre will be worth the wait...but there will be a wait

Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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NZ's journey to fibre broadband will be a slow-starting marathon, not a sprint, with true dominance over copper years away, says IDC.
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Taking virtualisation to the edge

Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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Edge virtual server infrastructure is a new market ripe for the picking, says Ian Raper, Riverbed Technology managing director, ANZ.
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Android App of the Week - Kindle for Android

Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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Kindle for Android is the perfect stopgap if you're still waiting for an actual Kindle, offering books, magazines, and a built-in dictionary on your phone.
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Vodafone offers new iPad range across NZ

Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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Vodafone NZ to dazzle Kiwis with the new iPad range, offering $0 upfront on a 2GB plan. First to carry both models nation-wide.
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Technical problems plague new Wii U

Tue, 20th Nov 2012
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Nintendo Wii U launch in the US marred by slow loading times, system crashes, igniting fan frenzy despite tech woes.
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iOS apps hit one million?

Tue, 20th Nov 2012
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Appsfire claims Apple's App Store has reached 1 million approved apps, despite Apple stating 700,000 last month. Updates to follow.
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Bill establishes Special Inquiry into data breaches

Tue, 20th Nov 2012
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Electronic Data Safety Bill will establish a Special Commission of Inquiry into the spate of disastrous data breaches across government.
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CloudOn: The truth behind the free, real Microsoft Office app for iPad

Sun, 18th Nov 2012
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CloudOn, a free service which provides a version of Microsoft Office for iPad, secures second round of funding.
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Cybersecurity predictions for 2013

Fri, 16th Nov 2012
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From mass compromises of Wordpress to a spear-phishing attack on the White House, there is no doubt cybercriminals gained confidence and momentum in 2012.
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Telecoms: Who owns the customer?

Thu, 15th Nov 2012
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In the telecom battleground, who truly owns the customer is disputed, as a new study reveals a high-stakes clash involving telecoms, OTTs, and device makers.
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Is your Black Ops II freezing?

Thu, 15th Nov 2012
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Less than a day from launch and Black Ops II is already experiencing technical difficulties, some gamers are reporting.
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Microsoft shines spotlight on new SharePoint

Wed, 14th Nov 2012
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Software giant demonstrates new product enhancements with huge investment in social, cloud and mobile capabilities.
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Symantec announces all-in-one backup app

Tue, 13th Nov 2012
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Symantec has launched the Backup Exec 3600 Appliance, offering a unified, cost-effective solution for virtual and physical backup and recovery systems.
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Telecom takes on 2degrees with senior phone

Fri, 9th Nov 2012
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Telecom unveils R203, a budget-friendly handset targeting seniors, challenging 2degrees' launch with big buttons and smart safety features.
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Kiwi stores caught selling pirated software

Fri, 9th Nov 2012
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Auckland shops fined for selling pirated Microsoft software, raising concerns about cybercrime and consumer risk, in a Microsoft NZ probe.
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Winning schools sketch vision for a UFB future

Thu, 8th Nov 2012
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Winners of Telecom's inaugural 'Amazing Ideas Search' have been chosen regarding how Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) can enhance our lives.
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UFB milestone reached

Thu, 8th Nov 2012
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Over 100,000 end users in urban areas are now able to connect to the Ultra-Fast Broadband network, only 16 months after the project started.
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2degrees launches first 'Senior' phone

Thu, 8th Nov 2012
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Mobile firm releases device specifically designed to provide simplicity, safety and peace of mind for those in their golden years.
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Four in 10 Kiwis unaware of mobile security policies

Wed, 7th Nov 2012
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Kiwi organisations says mobile security is a top priority but are not using measures to secure mobile devices and apps.
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Enable celebrates over 1,000 fibre connections

Tue, 6th Nov 2012
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Enable's fibre network flourishes with over 1,000 connections, doubling figures post Govt collaboration, marking a new era in Christchurch.