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Adams backs better broadband info for consumers...
Unified Communications

Adams backs better broadband info for consumers...

A new code of practice for broadband product information has been welcomed by NZ Communications and IT Minister Amy Adams.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2014
What does the customer experience mean for manufacturers?
Customer Experience

What does the customer experience mean for manufacturers?

Manufacturers are redefining customer experience in B2B, driven by competitive pressures and the desire for richer customer relations, says IDC report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2014
Microsoft OneNote tops Mac App store
Microsoft

Microsoft OneNote tops Mac App store

OneNote for Mac has become the most popular free Mac app in the App Store in a single day, besting OS X update Mavericks, which was released in October.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2014
Fujitsu: Mastering the art of virtualisation
Virtualisation

Fujitsu: Mastering the art of virtualisation

Fujitsu pioneers in virtualisation, offering bespoke solutions for complex business needs, recognised as a leader in the APAC Cloud market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2014
One small step for Microsoft… one giant leap for Mac users
Microsoft

One small step for Microsoft… one giant leap for Mac users

Microsoft's OneNote is now free on Mac, marking a significant move to unify note-taking across all major platforms, ensuring everything stays in sync.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2014
Microsoft set to unveil Office for iPad…
Microsoft

Microsoft set to unveil Office for iPad…

New Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will unveil Office for iPad at Microsoft's cloud and mobile conference in San Francisco...

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2014
WhatsApp's 'values and beliefs will not change'
Gaming

WhatsApp's 'values and beliefs will not change'

Amid acquisition by Facebook, WhatsApp CEO Jan Koum assures users their data and privacy are safe, maintaining the app's core values and autonomy.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2014
IRD gives Reckon green light to store NZ data in Oz
Hyperscale

IRD gives Reckon green light to store NZ data in Oz

Accounting software provider Reckon has received approval from the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) New Zealand to store taxpayers' business records of.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2014
The Warehouse has 'absolutely no intention' of buying Orcon
Unified Communications

The Warehouse has 'absolutely no intention' of buying Orcon

The Warehouse Group has absolutely no intention of being involved in the bid and due diligence activity for Orcon, according to company CEO Mark Powell.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Mar 2014
Labour aims to 'protect citizens' with a digital bill of rights
Labour

Labour aims to 'protect citizens' with a digital bill of rights

Labour proposes digital bill of rights to protect New Zealanders from mass surveillance and guarantee internet access.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014
Industry turns out in force for Westcon's Unified Comms event...
Virtualisation

Industry turns out in force for Westcon's Unified Comms event...

Ten vendors, one very clear message for unified communications enablement at Westcon's Switched On event in Auckland last week.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014
Starbucks unveils pre-oder coffee app
Google

Starbucks unveils pre-oder coffee app

Starbucks to launch app for pre-ordering your morning brew, allowing you to skip the queue and grab your drink on the go.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2014
Telecom set for Yahoo Xtra email security update...
Unified Communications

Telecom set for Yahoo Xtra email security update...

Yahoo and Telecom are applying additional encryption settings to Yahoo Xtra email, affecting some users from March 17.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2014
HP's conflicted relationship with printing
HP

HP's conflicted relationship with printing

HP derived 20% of its revenue and 37% of its non-GAAP operating profit from print in the last quarter. Why does it downplay print?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014
Wynyard Group signs global partnership with Radio Tactics
Wynyard Group

Wynyard Group signs global partnership with Radio Tactics

Wynyard Group teams up with Radio Tactics for a cutting-edge mobile forensics solution, promising major benefits for law enforcement.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

Remedial work in store for Novopay
EduTech

Remedial work in store for Novopay

Minister Steven Joyce says changes to the Novopay Service Centre model will simplify the resolution of payroll and HR issues.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014
Your Titan is now ready as Titanfall is released
Gaming

Your Titan is now ready as Titanfall is released

EA and Respawn entertainment have announced that Titanfall is now available at retail stores across New Zealand.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2014
Kiwis head online to sip their fancy wine...
Unified Communications

Kiwis head online to sip their fancy wine...

Online wine retailer Rewined predicts that the New Zealand online wine market will account for 15% of total retail sales completed online by 2018.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014