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Ask web inventor Berners-Lee a question
Thu, 24th Jan 2013
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World Wide Web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee is set to speak in Wellington next month, with the public offered the chance to ask him questions.
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New Android malware infecting thousands
Thu, 24th Jan 2013
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malware
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cybersecurity
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symantec
Spammers may have already stolen up to 450,000 thousand pieces of personal information from infected devices worldwide in just two weeks.
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Review: Devil May Cry
Thu, 24th Jan 2013
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Ninja Theory's reboot of Devil May Cry, despite the controversy, delivers a compelling story and engaging gameplay. A fresh yet respectful take.
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Record Apple results still miss the mark
Thu, 24th Jan 2013
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Despite record revenues and iPhone sales, Apple misses Wall Street forecasts, seeing shares drop 4%.
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Intel wishes Stephen Hawking microscopic Happy Birthday
Wed, 23rd Jan 2013
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chip
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ndi
Intel presents unique birthday gift to Prof Stephen Hawking at ceremony in England. Messages inscribed on silicon wafer.
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Google goes big with $50 billion year
Wed, 23rd Jan 2013
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google
Google shatters expectations with a historic $50 billion revenue in 2012, marking an unprecedented achievement for the tech titan.
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Stop using these 16 terms to describe yourself
Wed, 23rd Jan 2013
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ndi
Do you describe yourself differently – on your website, promotional materials, or especially on social media – than you do in person?.
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Black Ops 2 drops dinosaur hint
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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black ops 2
Treyarch's hint at dinosaurs in an upcoming Black Ops 2 update has gamers buzzing - will Jurassic giants roam the battlefield?.
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MEGA: Slow
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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mega
I decided to sign up for Kim Dotcom’s Mega service to see what the fuss is all about. So far the best word to describe it is…slow.
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Sony set to go second in next-gen release
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Sony's CEO hints they'll launch the PS4 after Xbox, focusing on quality over speed in the next-gen console race.
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Bing brings more of Facebook to search
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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bing
Microsoft says users will see five times more Facebook content in the sidebar, including status updates, shared links, comments and photos from friends.
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Samsung rivals Apple with Galaxy Note 8
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Samsung plans to unveil the Galaxy Note 8, challenging Apple's iPad mini, at next month's trade show, sparking fierce rivalry in the mini tablet market.
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Apple halves LCD panel order?
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Amid slow iPhone 5 sales, reports suggest Apple slashes Sharp's LCD panel orders by half, sparking Wall Street speculation.
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Apple heads in new direction
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Apple's new products are struggling to outdo each other, says CNBC's Herb Greenberg. Is the tech giant a victim of its own success?.
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iPhone 5 voted Time Magazine Gadget of the Year
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Time Magazine crowns iPhone 5 as 2012's 'Gadget of the Year', outshining Samsung's Galaxy S III with its sleek design and innovation.
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Facebook loses 1.4m US users
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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facebook
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social media
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christmas
Social networking site posts quietened Christmas period as active users desert social media.
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Tim Cook to give lawsuit evidence
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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apple
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hyperscale
Apple CEO Tim Cook to give evidence in class action lawsuit over alleged illegal hiring practices in Silicon Valley.
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Fake raid kickstarts Mega reign
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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Kim Dotcom's Mega launch features a staged raid, drawing eyes and speculation over a jab at U.S. authorities.
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Million Mega users after day one
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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mega
Kim Dotcom's new Mega site hits a million users in under 24 hours, defying expectations and making internet history.
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Dotcom: Privacy is a basic human right
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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mega
At Mega's launch, Kim Dotcom promotes privacy as a basic human right, challenging global norms on data rights.
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Bioshock Infinite gets the thumbs up
Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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bioshock
Bioshock Infinite soars in early gameplay, promising stunning visuals, thrilling action, and a mysterious sky-high adventure.
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Staying connected during natural disasters
Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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helpbridge
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ndi
Microsoft launches HelpBridge app to ensure vital connections during natural disasters, allowing for easy, multifaceted emergency communications.
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Trade Me rival preparing comeback
Thu, 17th Jan 2013
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trade me
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wheedle
Wheedle gears up for a bold return to rival Trade Me, promising a revamped website post overcoming past technical woes.
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Android App of the Week - InstaPicFrame for Instagram
Thu, 17th Jan 2013
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instagram
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social media
If you’re obsessed with Instagram like me, this photo app is a great addition.