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New Zealand iPad launch this Friday
Unified Communications

New Zealand iPad launch this Friday

Apple's iPad hits New Zealand this Friday with prices starting from NZ$799, alongside Austria, Belgium and others.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2010
FileMaker launches iPhone/iPad app
Wireless Networks

FileMaker launches iPhone/iPad app

FileMaker's new app revolutionises remote work for iPhone and iPad users, allowing instant database updates on the go. Launching this Friday.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2010
DC Universe Online beta registration open
Gaming

DC Universe Online beta registration open

Fans of superhero sagas can now sign up for the DC Universe Online beta on PC and PS3, ahead of its Nov 2 release.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 20th Jul 2010
Digital downloads more popular than hardcopy books - Amazon
Amazon

Digital downloads more popular than hardcopy books - Amazon

Amazon.com has announced that sales of e-books compatible with its digital reader Kindle, have outstripped book sales in recent months.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 20th Jul 2010
Kroll names NZ distributor - Updated
Kroll Ontrack

Kroll names NZ distributor - Updated

Soft Solutions tells The Channel its always on the lookout for new vendor opportunities in the New Zealand marketplace.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Jul 2010
Vodafone explains Micro-SIM card process
Unified Communications

Vodafone explains Micro-SIM card process

Vodafone briefs consumers on Micro-SIM cards necessary for Apple's iPhone 4, offering free swaps and support for existing and new customers in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jul 2010
Free Aion expansion release date announced
Gaming

Free Aion expansion release date announced

World of Warcraft's not the only MMO with an expansion around the corner! Read on for details of Aion's upcoming free expansion Assault on Balaurea.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 19th Jul 2010
R.U.S.E. free-to-play multiplayer weekend announced
Gaming

R.U.S.E. free-to-play multiplayer weekend announced

Dive into Ubisoft's R.U.S.E. for a free multiplayer weekend on Steam, featuring detailed RTS combat and cunning deception tactics until July 19th.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Jul 2010
Red Dead Redemption remains top seller
Gaming

Red Dead Redemption remains top seller

The latest batch of NPD sales data for the US and Canada is in, highlighting Red Dead Redemption's stellar sticking power in its second month at retail.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Jul 2010
Fortinet Introduces “System-on-a-Chip” (SOC) Architecture at Breakthrough Price Point
Firewalls

Fortinet Introduces “System-on-a-Chip” (SOC) Architecture at Breakthrough Price Point

Fortinet unveils FortiGate-60C and FortiWifi-60C, offering top-notch security for small offices and SOHOs at an unprecedented price point.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2010
UPDATE: StarCraft II NZ midnight launch details surface
Gaming

UPDATE: StarCraft II NZ midnight launch details surface

The highly anticipated StarCraft sequel, Wings of Liberty, will be launched in New Zealand on July 26th. Exciting events and prizes await fans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2010
Microsoft extends XP shelf life
Microsoft

Microsoft extends XP shelf life

Microsoft vows to extend Windows XP downgrade rights, boosting support for customers transitioning to Windows 7.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2010
Don't buy iPhone 4 says watchdog
Apple

Don't buy iPhone 4 says watchdog

US watchdog warns against iPhone 4 purchase over signal woes, suggesting the 3G S as a reliable alternative. Apple's stocks drop 4%.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2010

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

iPad vigil restarts
Apple

iPad vigil restarts

Marty Hehewerth endures days outside Newmarket's MagnumMac for NZ's first iPad, braving elements and sleepless nights for tech glory. #iPadVigil.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2010
NZ Kinect RRP announced
Gaming

NZ Kinect RRP announced

UPDATED: The New Zealand RRP for Kinect has now been set, and it's not as close to the recently revealed Australian price as you may have thought...

By Chris Leggett • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2010
Microsoft announces official US RRP for Kinect
Gaming

Microsoft announces official US RRP for Kinect

US Xbox 360 owners now know precisely how much they'll have to pay this holiday season to get in on some motion-control action.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2010
Renaissance appoints new Apple GM
Renaissance

Renaissance appoints new Apple GM

Guy McKee is the new GM of Apple products at Renaissance, bringing vast experience from across the industry to drive growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2010
PlayStation Network Prepaid Cards now available in NZ
Gaming

PlayStation Network Prepaid Cards now available in NZ

Sony brings PSN prepaid cards to NZ, available in $30 and $50 for gaming content. Purchase now at major retailers.

By Sean Mitchell • 1 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2010