Stories by Mike

Microsoft marks first quarter loss in 26 years, not from weak performance but due to a one-off $6.2bn write-down from a 2007 buy.

Optimation partners with Barbador to boost Google Cloud services in NZ, aiming to transform IT usage among local businesses.

Microsoft locks in 26 October for Windows 8 launch, promises upgrades and new PCs alongside Surface tablets, says Windows division chief.

Google has launched a new tool which allows users to blur out faces in videos to protect themselves from government retribution.

A UK judge has ordered Apple to post notices on its website and in British newspapers stating Samsung didn't copy the iPad, a blow to Apple's legal battles.

State-owned ISP offers consumers, schools and businesses UFB internet for $0 per month - so what's the catch?.

Huawei NZ's profits soar, defying scrutiny. Revenue jumps to $79.6m, with contracts boosting its footprint in NZ's telecom sector.

Former top-ranking Microsoft executive named chief strategist of parent company; so who will take over his role?.

Marissa Mayer takes over as Yahoo CEO while revealing she's 6 months pregnant, showcasing the board's modern approach to leadership.

Marissa Mayer, formerly of Google, takes the helm as Yahoo's new CEO, marking the company's third leadership change in a year.

Apple preps for tablet wars with a smaller, more affordable iPad, eagerly eyeing Amazon and Google's market share, reveals the NYT.

Auckland's myBix Expo in October offers a rare chance for Kiwi SMBs to compare supply partners and snag top deals in a one-stop event.

London travel package worth $40,000 on offer for buyers of new Samsung smartphone. How does it compare with Vodafone's offer?.

CCH acquires Christchurch's Acclipse, marking its second NZ software firm buy in a year, a move set to transform accountant-client work.

Web Drive's Open Host to acquire 9,300 domains and 4,000 hosting customers from Hosting Direct, as HD shifts its focus to data centre and ISP connectivity.

Yahoo Voices hit by major hack, exposing over 400,000 passwords in a stark 'wake-up call' for the tech giant's security measures.

SAP appoints ex-Unisys APJ exec Andrew Barkla to lead ANZ, aiming to capitalise on cloud, mobility and big data trends.

2degrees wins customers' hearts in a retail survey, scoring near-perfect in satisfaction and beating Telecom and Vodafone in service and value.

Russell Stanners and Allan Freeth talk up companies' complementary qualities; so what does acting Telecom boss Chris Quin have to say?.

Telecom readies for CDMA network shutdown on July 31, urging users to switch to XT or risk losing services and possibly their numbers.