Stories by Staff - Page 155
Need new technology now? Contact Simply Leasing today
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Specialists in technology leasing, Simply Leasing's mission is simple: to take the complexity and pain out of the transaction...
Govt's single business number roll-out underway
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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NZ businesses to get unique IDs by year's end, simplifying govt interactions, says Steven Joyce. Initiative aims to save time, boost efficiency.
Vodafone finally cashes in on Verizon Wireless
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Vodafone sells its 45% stake in Verizon Wireless for a whopping US$130bn, signifying the end of a strategic but strained partnership.
Lenovo cuts loose channel director in Oz jobs trim
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech giant makes changes within its Australian workforce, cutting back on its channel sales director for the region.
NZ financial results for Synnex, Sony, Google, Acer and Imation
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech firms in NZ show mixed results; Synnex thrives with profit and revenue up, contrasting with Sony's sharp decline.
Microsoft shows consumer tech mettle with Nokia phone buy
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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The news of Microsoft’s acquisition of Nokia’s Devices & Services business is a major shift for the software giant.
Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Laissez-fare approach to wireless IT networks exposes Kiwis to cyber criminals, industrial espionage and ‘hacktivists’...
Which side of the 4G fence are you on?
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Telecom welcomes governments plans for the minimum reserve price of $198m for 4G spectrum, but 2degrees doesn't. Which side of the 4G fence are you on?.
Is NZ enjoying a digital entertainment revolution?
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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NZ's entertainment scene leaps forward with EzyFlix.tv, offering instant streaming of international hits on any device, no contracts required.
Online voting set for 2016 elections trial
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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A trial of online voting will take place in the 2016 local authority elections, Local government Minister Chris Tremain has revealed.
Apple invite hints at new iPhone colours
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Apple sends colourful invitations to press, sparking rumours of new iPhone colours to be unveiled on September 10.
Google refreshes NZ Street View
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Tech giant launches major refresh of Street View, giving Kiwis access to post-earthquake Christchurch among other cities.
Exeed claims Casper Suite NZ exclusive deal
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Exeed secures the exclusive NZ rights to distribute Casper Suite, the leading Apple device management software, enhancing its tech portfolio.
No quick fix following Microsoft / Nokia mix
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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The Nokia acquisition is a logical step forward for Microsoft but will not change the company’s position in mobile overnight.
Kiwi firm nails UK cloud provider distie deal
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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partners
Image Point Solutions has joined forces with Be Productive Systems, to distribute the company's cloud-based document scanning solutions across ANZ.
Has social media #ruinedyourlife...?
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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There are many among us who have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks...
Microsoft's shock acquisition of Nokia announced
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Microsoft to buy Nokia's Devices and Services for €5.44bn, aiming to boost its mobile presence, with the deal set for Q1 2014 completion.
Gen-i beats Vodafone / Telstra to new mobility deal
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Electrical products distributor Corys Electrical awards Gen-i five-year contract to deliver a wide range of telecommunications and IT services.
Vodafone sells Verizon stake for US$130bn
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Vodafone sells its 45% stake in Verizon Wireless for a historic US$130bn, marking the end of a 14-year partnership in a major corporate deal.
Cloud services surge but spending stays small...
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Although the use of cloud services is growing faster than the overall enterprise IT market, it is still a small part of overall IT spending.