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Amazon unveils kid's Kindle in US
Thu, 6th Dec 2012
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Company introduces Kindle FreeTime Unlimited, a subscription service covering children's books, games, educational apps and videos.
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Skyrim showcases new Xbox content
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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If you’re still playing Skyrim on your Xbox 360 (unlikely) then you’ll be happy to hear a whole lot of new content is available...
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Review: Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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The first Epic Mickey game was released last year as a Wii exclusive video game and was met with a mixed response.
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McAfee founder seeking asylum
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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reuters
John McAfee crosses into Guatemala seeking asylum, on the run for 3 weeks from Belize police over a neighbour's murder investigation.
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Dell doing the virtual work for Aussie schools
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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network infrastructure
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boyd
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dell technologies
Dell revolutionises Aussie schools with virtual tech, ensuring secure and efficient student learning without heavy hardware investments.
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Samsung showcases Galaxy Note II in Sydney
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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samsung galaxy note
A couple weeks ago, I had the pleasure of flying to Sydney for the launch of the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note II.
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Cosplay career choice for Russian gamer
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
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gaming
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cosplay
My mum always told me nobody ever got anywhere by roaming the streets dressed like Pikachu, but Irrational Games have proved cos-play can take you places.
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iPhone 5 tops Yahoo obsession search
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
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Apple's iPhone 5 reigns as Yahoo's most obsessed search in 2012, on top of the tech world and overshadowing other global fascinations.
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December closure date for The Daily
Tue, 4th Dec 2012
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Rupert Murdoch to shut The Daily next week, citing a $30m loss and just 100k subscribers after a 21-month run, failing to meet targets.
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ANZ goMoney goes Android for smartphones
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
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smartphones
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mobile apps
ANZ expands mobile banking with goMoney app now available for Android users, offering a host of services on the go.
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Review: Ratchet & Clank: Q Force
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
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gaming
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Ratchet and Clank: Q Force marks a controversial shift from platforming to tower defence, failing to captivate as past titles did.
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Review: Hitman: Absolution Xbox 360
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
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Hitman: Absolution marks the return of gaming’s original assassin, IO Interactive’s bald and barcoded killer known only as Agent 47.
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AVG updates anti-virus for Android and iOS
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
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smartphones
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Mobile security provider responds to growth in mobile security with new safe browsers across operating systems.
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Top 5: Tips for xmas online shopping
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
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shopping
How to keep money in your pocket by the end of the holiday season.
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Review: PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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There have been a number of fighting games released over the years that assembled a number of characters from different franchises.
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PC petition for GTV V hits 100,000 signatures
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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gaming
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pc hardware
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Over 100,000 signatures flood a petition demanding GTV V's release on PC, showcasing gamers' sheer determination for inclusion.
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Ratchet and Clank launches new title
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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One of Playstation’s longest-running and most popular franchises adds new title to its ranks, but don’t expect the Ratchet and Clank series to finish just yet.
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iTunes 11 available for download
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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apple
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icloud
After delays, Apple rolls out iTunes 11 with a sleek interface and iCloud integration, just before its November deadline.
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Seven arrested in Australia’s largest credit card data theft
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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cybersecurity
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banking
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ndi
Joint international criminal investigation close down the largest credit card data theft in Australia’s history.
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Microsoft sells 40 million Windows 8 licences
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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ndi
Microsoft triumphs with 40 million Windows 8 licenses sold in just one month, outshining Windows 7's launch.
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Samsung to pay Apple $129,000 per day
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
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South Korean company ordered to make payment after Dutch high court ruling, on top of maintaining their Galaxy Devices ban.
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Android App of the Week - Who wants to be a Millionaire?
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
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apps
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graphics
I do! But for now I will be happy to play this well-loved TV trivia game just for funsies on my phone.
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Smart TV sales to smash 50 million in 2012
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
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digital entertainment
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smart tv
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Smart TV sales are set to reach 54 million by the end of the year, with worldwide sales expected to reach 220 million by 2017.
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Next year Nexus sales to hit 9.6 million
Thu, 29th Nov 2012
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Google's Nexus sales forecast dipped to 9.6M for next year amid stiff competition, down from a lofty 14.6M, as it battles giants like Apple.