Global Stories

Why learning is the work of the future

In an era of unprecedented change, Google's Education Symposium emphasises transforming education to prepare students for jobs and technologies of the future.

By Andreas Schleicher • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2016

Google

There's great news for Android, but not so good for Apple

The relentless march of Android continues, and it isn't good news for Apple. There is no Steve Jobs to ride in and turn things around this time.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2016

Microsoft

Who are 2016's top tech billionaires? Don't worry, they're all men

While 2016 has been a tumultuous year for lots of companies, tech billionaires continue to dominate the ranks of the world's wealthiest people.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2016

Google

New Google Sites rollout starts next week: Here's what you need to know

Google G Suite customers will see the new rollout of Google Sites from November 9, with Rapid Release track customers getting the new features first.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2016

Marketing Technologies

Kiwi businesses at risk of Google penalties

Kiwi businesses face a growing threat of Google penalties, warns SEO expert Tom McSherry, citing widespread violations and dated tactics.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016

Google

It takes a teacher to empower students with skills of the future

Teachers around the world are using Google Classroom and Chromebooks to save time and engage students in the classroom. #Education #Technology.

By Rajen Sheth • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016

AR, VR & Metaverse

Google's Daydream View is a good, if tentative, step forward for mobile VR headsets

Google's design team has obviously gone to town on the Daydream View – replacing hard matte plastic with fabric and creating a hassle-free headset.

By Paul Jackson • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016

Internet of Things

Google and Snapchat use AI and wearables to shake things up

Two major announcements happened in the world of OTT communications in September, involving Google and Snapchat.

By Neha Dharia • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016

Wearables

Google's new devices: Don't be fooled

Google's new devices boast sleek designs and tempting prices, but analyst Ovum warns they are a strategy to push Google Assistant, not a hardware play.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016

Digital Signage

“How can I help?” Global spending on VPA-enabled wireless speakers to top $2b by 2020

As we continue to make rapid advances in technological innovation, people worldwide have been rapidly embracing the virtual personal assistant (VPA).

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016

Google

Watch out Apple: Google's coming for you

Google's Pixel challenges Apple's reign, promising innovative design and a savvy new assistant – a rivalry intensifies in the smartphone market.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016

Gaming

Who is Leap Motion and why should you care?

Leap Motion empowers virtual reality with intuitive hand-tracking tech, redefining interaction in the burgeoning VR landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Oct 2016

Data Analytics

Google to roll out enterprise-class testing and personalisation product

Google unveils free Optimize 360 for superior site testing and tailored user experiences, leveraging Analytics data.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Oct 2016

Cybersecurity

BlackBerry bows out of hardware as smartphone business turns sour

The move gives BlackBerry a chance to survive as a pure software and services company, following years of losses for its hardware business.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Oct 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Transformation

Kiwi businesses need to integrate physical and digital workflows, says exec

Fuji Xerox launches ApeosWare Management Suite 2, helping Kiwi businesses integrate digital and physical workflows.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016

Gaming

Careers with Code launched in New Zealand

NZ launches Careers with Code mag to inspire diverse futures in tech, smashing 'nerdy' clichés, backed by Google.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2016

Marketing Technologies

University of Auckland students win award for AdWords expertise

University of Auckland students, Phoebe Joiner and Daniel Talbot, won awards for their remarkable Google AdWords campaign, boosting site traffic fourfold.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016