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Putting the top 40 2011 in a telco context
Unified Communications

Putting the top 40 2011 in a telco context

Government's Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) Initiative continues to dominate the telecoms market as the industry undergoes significant changes.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Finding & keeping IT talent
Exeed

Finding & keeping IT talent

In post-depression New Zealand, the IT sector battles skill shortages while adapting hiring strategies to a shifting job market landscape.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
How to buy a digital camera
HP

How to buy a digital camera

When buying a digital camera, forget megapixels and focus on functionality, size, screen quality, zoom, auto and manual controls, and face detection.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
29 free downloads
Marketing Technologies

29 free downloads

Things change often on the World Wide Web. NetGuide strongly recommends that you use caution when downloading anything from the internet.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Ultra Fast Broadband
Unified Communications

Ultra Fast Broadband

UltraFast Fibre Limited and Northpower Limited's expansions bring ultra-fast broadband to various regions, starting in Whangarei by Christmas 2010.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Make the most of YouTube through your mobile phone
Marketing Technologies

Make the most of YouTube through your mobile phone

Smartphones now offer full-feature access to YouTube, allowing HD viewing, personalised homepages, and quick uploads via wireless or 3G connections.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Warwick Grey to leave Renaissance - Updated
Microsoft

Warwick Grey to leave Renaissance - Updated

Renaissance's head of distribution, Warwick Grey, has resigned to join Microsoft as consumer/retail product distribution manager.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2011
Telecom's turnaround as it votes on whether to split from Chorus
Unified Communications

Telecom's turnaround as it votes on whether to split from Chorus

Telecom eyes future growth, discussing Chorus split at Auckland AGM while CEO underlines strides in efficiency and service.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2011
Game review: Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One
Gaming

Game review: Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One

In its latest, Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One trades solo thrills for multiplayer fun, dialling down the arsenal but upping the camaraderie.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2011
Telecom demerger approved - split from Chorus in the pipeline
Unified Communications

Telecom demerger approved - split from Chorus in the pipeline

Telecom's shareholder vote massively approves its split from Chorus, paving the way for a major shake-up in broadband infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2011
Steve Jobs book may be Amazon's biggest for 2011
Apple

Steve Jobs book may be Amazon's biggest for 2011

Walter Isaacson's biography of Steve Jobs, released by Simon and Schuster, could top Amazon's 2011 sales chart, reflecting Jobs' profound legacy.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 25th Oct 2011
Apple takes iOS 5 on tour
iOS

Apple takes iOS 5 on tour

Developers invited to learn about latest operating system from the experts; how far will Australasians have to travel?.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2011
Toshiba refreshes consumer lineup
Toshiba

Toshiba refreshes consumer lineup

Toshiba unveils a sleek lineup with a 16mm thick laptop and a 399g tablet, leading a 20-product launch including a $1999 Ultrabook.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2011
Remembering Steve
Apple

Remembering Steve

Apple honours Steve Jobs with a tribute page and private events, showcasing global condolences and celebrating his legacy.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 20th Oct 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

Securing staff for the Ultra Fast Broadband project
Exeed

Securing staff for the Ultra Fast Broadband project

New Zealand embarks on ambitious Ultra Fast Broadband plan, with Enable Networks hiring specialists to connect homes and businesses.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Are you the 'typical gamer'?
Gaming

Are you the 'typical gamer'?

New study reveals the typical NZ gamer is 33 and 47% female, reshaping stereotypes as mobile and social games attract wider audiences.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2011
Stocking-stuffers from Nintendo
Gaming

Stocking-stuffers from Nintendo

Nintendo unwraps its holiday line-up with thrilling games for Wii and DS, including Go Vacation, Solatorobo, and the latest Professor Layton.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2011
PlayStation Vita launch date announced
Gaming

PlayStation Vita launch date announced

Sony's PlayStation Vita set to hit New Zealand on Feb 23, 2012. Price starts at $449.95 for the Wi-Fi model. More details inside.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2011