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Android App Review: Google Play Music
Gaming

Android App Review: Google Play Music

Google Play Music's entrance rattles rivals, offering an iTunes-esque free service and a paid All Access akin to Spotify.

By Eddie Monotone • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013
All the Galaxy Gear but no idea?
Wearables

All the Galaxy Gear but no idea?

Samsung throws its latest gadget into the ring, the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, amid skepticism on its utility in the modern world.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013
Kiwis float like a butterfly but get stung on social media
Trend Micro

Kiwis float like a butterfly but get stung on social media

68% of New Zealand's social butterflies sting by online threats, despite their sunny online disposition, says Trend Micro.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 7th Sep 2013
Top mobile tip.... don't speak too loudly in public
Cybersecurity

Top mobile tip.... don't speak too loudly in public

Mobile phones and in particular smartphones have been a revelation with regards to staying in touch when we are out and about.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2013
Smartphone shipments surges phone market growth
Microsoft

Smartphone shipments surges phone market growth

Smartphones will represent virtually all of the mobile phone market in many of the world's most developed economies by the end of 2017....

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2013
Lenovo cuts loose channel director in Oz jobs trim
Lenovo

Lenovo cuts loose channel director in Oz jobs trim

Tech giant makes changes within its Australian workforce, cutting back on its channel sales director for the region.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2013
Microsoft shows consumer tech mettle with Nokia phone buy
Microsoft

Microsoft shows consumer tech mettle with Nokia phone buy

The news of Microsoft's acquisition of Nokia's Devices & Services business is a major shift for the software giant.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
Apple invite hints at new iPhone colours
Apple

Apple invite hints at new iPhone colours

Apple sends colourful invitations to press, sparking rumours of new iPhone colours to be unveiled on September 10.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
No quick fix following Microsoft / Nokia mix
Microsoft

No quick fix following Microsoft / Nokia mix

The Nokia acquisition is a logical step forward for Microsoft but will not change the company's position in mobile overnight.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2013
Microsoft's shock acquisition of Nokia announced
Gaming

Microsoft's shock acquisition of Nokia announced

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.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
NZ ministers added to hit list for global hacker to attack
Gaming

NZ ministers added to hit list for global hacker to attack

You Protested. Your Government did not listen. We have gathered intelligence on those responsible: John Phillip Key, Peter Dunne, Bill English….

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
Android App Review: Virtual Dentist Surgery
Gaming

Android App Review: Virtual Dentist Surgery

Dive into the peculiar world of virtual dentistry with 'Virtual Dentist Surgery', an app that's raising eyebrows more than it's raising fun.

By Eddie Monotone • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
Big screens for less? Phablets lead the market
Apple

Big screens for less? Phablets lead the market

Phablets overtook shipments of each of the portable PC and tablet device categories in Asia/Pacific during the second quarter of 2013.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
PS4 Battlefield 4 similar to PC 'medium settings'
Gaming

PS4 Battlefield 4 similar to PC 'medium settings'

YouTube video producer Jackfrags was one of the few lucky people to have some time on the PlayStation 4 version of Battlefield 4 at Gamescom...

By David Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2013
GCSB fights back over global hacking threat
Gaming

GCSB fights back over global hacking threat

GCSB counters Anonymous' threat to NZ govt, staying vigilant despite no major cyberattacks yet. Public opinion remains divided.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Microsoft Surface Pro: Tablet or Laptop?
Microsoft

Microsoft Surface Pro: Tablet or Laptop?

The Microsoft Surface Pro on paper is a truly great idea, the power of a laptop with the portability and entertainment value of a high spec tablet.

By David Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2013
Is NZ enjoying a digital entertainment revolution?
Gaming

Is NZ enjoying a digital entertainment revolution?

NZ's entertainment scene leaps forward with EzyFlix.tv, offering instant streaming of international hits on any device, no contracts required.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
Google refreshes NZ Street View
Google

Google refreshes NZ Street View

Tech giant launches major refresh of Street View, giving Kiwis access to post-earthquake Christchurch among other cities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2013