Stories by Staff - Page 183
Microsoft attacks global cyber criminals
Fri, 7th Jun 2013
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Microsoft, in concert with the FBI and global authorities, has dismantled over a thousand botnets behind USD $500 million in financial fraud.
Porn app banned from Google Glass
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Google has banned a porn app for its Google Glass just days after its release, following new policies regarding adult content.
Lenovo touts smartphone partners
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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technology gifts
Lenovo in talks with multiple parties about joint venture in smartphones, potentially making a move for BlackBerry.
KiwiNet receives $7.5m research boost
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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callaghan innovation
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kiwinet
Discoveries from New Zealand’s publicly funded research will be turned into commercial reality under a new allocation of government investment.
Apple leads US smartphone market
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple dominates US smartphone market, securing 39% share, leading rivals like Samsung and HTC, according to comScore.
Intel's inside the new Samsung Galaxy Tab 3
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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intel
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mobility
Intel powers Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 with Atom Z2560, marking a significant win in the mobile market for the chipmaker.
Microsoft provides first Windows 8.1 demo
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
Microsoft has unveiled the eagerly awaited Windows 8.1 update in a detailed four-minute demo, showcasing new features and improvements.
Fake iPhone chargers: Hacked in 60 seconds
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Researchers warn that dodgy Apple chargers could hack iOS software in under a minute, according to an 'alarming' study.
Top 5 IT data loss mistakes
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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dlp
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kroll ontrack
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retailers
Kroll Ontrack highlights top IT blunders leading to serious data loss, stressing the vital need for adherence to best practices.
Trend appoints Soft Solutions as MSP distributor
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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soft solutions
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distributors
Trend Micro teams up with Soft Solutions, tapping it as MSP distributor for SMB security solutions, introducing flexible monthly billing.
Unity4 creates 150 NZ call centre jobs
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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uc
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contact centre
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unity4
Unity4 is set to create 150 jobs in NZ, introducing its innovative work-from-home model amid its expansion into the market.
Are PCs dead? HP says no
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
HP agrees with Microsoft that reports of the PC's death are greatly exaggerated, believing it will remain the content creation device of the future.
CA Technologies appoints new partner head
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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saas
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cloud services
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it industry
Local partner lead tasked with managing the company’s partner ecosystem, as well as driving new business for the region.
Apple smacked with US import ban
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple faces US import ban on older gadgets, potentially costing $1 billion in revenue, amid Samsung patent row.
Weak govt systems secured following report
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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government
Following a government review of it's system security last October, the CIO in charge of the investigation says the issues have been addressed.
Apple's WWDC takes centre stage
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple's WWDC is set to dazzle with game changing releases as colourful banners adorn San Francisco's Moscone Centre.
Datacom demand triggers datacentre expansion
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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datacom
Datacom's Hamilton data centre to expand due to soaring market demand, bolstering NZ's largest IT data service footprint.
Mobile payments to surpass US$235 billion this year
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Worldwide mobile payment transaction values will reach US$235.4 billion during 2013, representing a 44% increase from 2012.
Smartphones set for 'watershed' year
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Smartphones poised to surpass feature phones, with shipments nearing one billion units in 2013, marking a pivotal year in mobile tech.
Apple iPad set for July production
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipad
New report claims Apple will produce the fifth-generation iPad in July, with the iPad mini set to follow suit in November.