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IBM NZ worker loses constructive dismissal appeal
Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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personal computing devices
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ibm
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tablets & laptops
In a landmark ruling, a former IBM NZ employee loses his appeal on constructive dismissal, ordered to pay $4000 for breaching employment terms.
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F1 2014 prepares to qualify...
Sat, 2nd Aug 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Codemasters have announced that the next title in their award-winning Formula One racing franchise, F1 2014, will be available in New Zealand on 16th October.
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Forza Horizon 2 races in the first car list for you to view
Wed, 23rd Jul 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Rev your engines! Forza Horizon 2 unveils its first roster of 100 cars, highlighting the Lamborghini Huracán among diverse classics.
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Hands on… Microsoft Surface Pro 3
Tue, 10th Jun 2014
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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surface
Microsoft unveils the Surface Pro 3, claiming its 'tablet that can replace your laptop' title. Is it third time lucky for the tech giant?.
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Android App Review: Reading Log
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Perhaps there’s some irony writing about it as an app reviewer, but encouraging children to read books can be a difficult process.
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Review: Panasonic HC-W850 Video Camera
Mon, 26th May 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
In an era ruled by smartphones, Panasonic's HC-W850 stands out with dual cameras and expansion options, redefining video capture for work and play.
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Remaking the mobile market...
Mon, 28th Apr 2014
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smartphones
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microsoft
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nokia
Microsoft is hoping its recent acquisition of Nokia will help it gain a larger share of the smartphone market.
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Kiwis get first taste of Bitcoin ATMs
Fri, 4th Apr 2014
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blockchain
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defi
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bitcoin
The first Bitcoin ATM machines available to New Zealanders were unveiled this week, at an event in Auckland's CBD.
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Windows XP end-of-life: Danger or hype?
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
With the end of official support for Windows XP looming, the danger of exploitation is real, warns GFI Software.
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Microsoft NZ: Now's the time to act with Windows XP
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Microsoft is here to help, and help they will. But the truth is they can only go so far, the rest lies with you, the user….
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Dot Kiwi domain names go live after two years of planning
Tue, 18th Mar 2014
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uc
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martech
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software development
After two years of planning, Dot Kiwi domain names are rolling out, offering all Kiwis worldwide a new way to showcase their identity online.
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The Big Wedding - Worst. Movie. Ever.
Thu, 6th Mar 2014
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movies
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family
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moth
You know those movies where there are all those really famous actors but you’ve never really seen much advertising for it and you wonder why?.
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Defiant Microsoft kickstarts Windows Phone growth…
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Microsoft's Joe Belfiore believes 2014 is the year the company takes on its iOS and Android competition in the smartphone market.
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HP: Top enterprise security threats
Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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cybersecurity
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hp
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threat landscape
HP has published the Cyber Risk Report 2013, identifying top enterprise security vulnerabilities and providing analysis of the expanding threat landscape.
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Make an appointment with Dr.Luigi on Nintendo Wii U...
Wed, 15th Jan 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
This weekend, join Dr. Luigi for a viral battle on Wii U, alongside the launch of other hit titles on the eShop.
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Defiant Ballmer defends Microsoft's hardware venture
Thu, 21st Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
CEO Steve Ballmer has defended Microsoft's move into the hardware market, defiantly holding up a tablet in yet another emotional Redmond farewell.
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FIFA 14 ANZ midnight launch confirmed...
Thu, 26th Sep 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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eb games
EA sports have invited FIFA’s biggest fans to attend the official midnight launch of the world’s greatest sports video game at Hoyts Wetherill Park, Australia.
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Top mobile tip.... don’t speak too loudly in public
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Mobile phones and in particular smartphones have been a revelation with regards to staying in touch when we are out and about.
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Xbox One and PS4 are not “PC’s in a box”
Mon, 26th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Comparisons between Xbox One and PlayStation 4's to PCs are “patently untrue”, says AMD's PR Lead for Gaming and Enthusiast Graphics.
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Microsoft's marketing madness with the Xbox One...
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft's Xbox One, priced at $500, hides key features behind a paywall, leaving fans feeling short-changed in comparison to PS4's offer.