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Has Microsoft been sleeping for 10 years?
Microsoft

Has Microsoft been sleeping for 10 years?

Microsoft faces criticism for allegedly neglecting industry advancements over the past decade, resulting in a USD $900m hit and sluggish innovation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
Will Apple's new iPhone live it Large?
Apple

Will Apple's new iPhone live it Large?

Company tests larger screens for iPhones and iPads with Asian suppliers, as a super-sized smartphone option becomes a potential reality….

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
Android App Review: Blendoku
Gaming

Android App Review: Blendoku

Blendoku: a deceptively simple colour gradient puzzle that evolves into a challenging, vibrant game. An ideal blend of fun and artistry.

By Eddie Monotone • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
Hacked off Apple to overhaul developer systems
Apple

Hacked off Apple to overhaul developer systems

After Apple takes down developer portal to combat a security breach, the company assures developers by vowing to overhaul it's system.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
How to exploit the exploding mobile world…
Application Performance Monitoring

How to exploit the exploding mobile world…

It's no secret that the mobile world has exploded over the past few years. Speaking at the Ingram Micro Showcase 2013, FileMaker discusses how CIOs can benefit.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
Bad timing Microsoft takes aim at iPad
Microsoft

Bad timing Microsoft takes aim at iPad

Despite a $900m Surface loss, Microsoft launches a bold attack on iPad, facing ridicule and questions on its strategy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
The dangers of SnapChat...
Apple

The dangers of SnapChat...

This message will self-destruct in five seconds. That's the premise behind SnapChat and is hailed as the new Instagram...

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013
App Review: Kingdom Rush
Gaming

App Review: Kingdom Rush

Ironhide's sequel, Kingdom Rush Frontiers, grips gamers in a tower defence frenzy, proving irresistible with strategic depths and upgrades.

By Benjamin Matthews • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013
App Review: Angry Birds Space
Gaming

App Review: Angry Birds Space

Angry Birds Space elevates the classic game with gravity play and new birds, making waiting times fly by. Rating: 4.5/5.

By Benjamin Matthews • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013
Secret Apple runs with iWatch fitness expert
Gaming

Secret Apple runs with iWatch fitness expert

Tech giant hires Nike fitness consultant Jay Blahnik as part of secret iWatch team, as plans for the product become clearer.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013
Imagetext appointed Adobe Gold Reseller
Marketing Technologies

Imagetext appointed Adobe Gold Reseller

Becoming one of only four in the country, Imagetext Intergrated IT Solutions is the newest appointed Adobe Gold Reseller for New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2013
Is Google leading the online TV streaming race?
Digital Entertainment

Is Google leading the online TV streaming race?

The internet search engine is reportedly in talks to create a live streaming TV service, meeting with media companies to negotiate deals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2013
Sex vs. Smartphones... The battle for bedroom supremacy
Apple

Sex vs. Smartphones... The battle for bedroom supremacy

From the shower to the sack try full blown texting while having sex as 10% of us remain unwilling to part with our smartphone, even in the bedroom.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2013
iPhone 5 kills Chinese bride-to-be
Apple

iPhone 5 kills Chinese bride-to-be

Apple launches urgent investigation after a 23-year-old woman died after allegedly being electrocuted while answering her charging iPhone 5.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Revolutionary approach to projectors from Epson
Digital Signage

Revolutionary approach to projectors from Epson

Epson's MeetingMate projectors revolutionise meetings with interactive surfaces, making brainstorming spontaneous and PC-free.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2013
Gary Bigwood's top channel trends
Notebook

Gary Bigwood's top channel trends

Ingram Micro MD Gary Bigwood unveils pivotal trends shaping NZ's reseller market at 2013 showcase, emphasizing FX impacts and growth sectors.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013
Students get hands on with technology
Windows

Students get hands on with technology

Pupils at Whataroa School, a small school on the South Island's West Coast, had a taste of the future recently when they trialled a new multi- touch display.

By Rebecca Wood • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2013
Apple makes Logical music move
Apple

Apple makes Logical music move

Apple has released Logic Pro X, the most advanced version of Logic Pro yet, with new features and tools for musicians.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2013