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Review: Samsung Gear S
Gaming

Review: Samsung Gear S

Samsung's Gear S dazzles with its curved touchscreen and embedded 3G, redefining the smartwatch game. No phone required.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2014
More on the “Data Lake Fallacy”…
Hyperscale

More on the “Data Lake Fallacy”…

Experts debunk the Data Lake myth, arguing it lacks structure for long-term value, urging firms to focus on governance instead.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2014
VMob most recognised company at NZ Hi-Tech Awards
Marketing Technologies

VMob most recognised company at NZ Hi-Tech Awards

VMob shines at NZ Hi-Tech Awards, grabbing titles for Best Innovative Mobile and Service Products amidst stiff competition.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 19th May 2014
How tech can combat the incoming storm...
Hybrid & Remote Work

How tech can combat the incoming storm...

NIWA leverages cutting-edge tech to revolutionise collaboration, drastically enhancing New Zealand's environmental research capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014
Google: Don't be a Glasshole
Google

Google: Don't be a Glasshole

Google has released a list of do's and don'ts for wearing Google Glass, hoping to prevent users from becoming 'Glassholes'.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2014
The top business iPad & iPhone Apps of 2012
NZEnterpriseTech

The top business iPad & iPhone Apps of 2012

Apple's top apps of 2012 reveal a surge in gaming, as professionals seek the best business tools for iPhone and iPad.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Thu, 27th Dec 2012
Review: Motorola Defy
Gaming

Review: Motorola Defy

Motorola Defy impresses with water and dust resistance, perfect for the active smartphone user. Odd design and fiddly port covers, but big on durability.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2012
Cloud as foundation for sustainable organisations
Power / Energy

Cloud as foundation for sustainable organisations

There are plenty of green benefits from Cloud computing, says Alison Rowe, Global Executive Director Sustainability, Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2011
Gentrack's billing selected for United Water
Customer Relationship Management

Gentrack's billing selected for United Water

Utility software specialist Gentrack won a bid to provide billing software for United Water's Auckland customers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Water stories

Tony Falkenstein to take over as JWI boss, as Ian Ormiston quits
Dirty Politics

Tony Falkenstein to take over as JWI boss, as Ian Ormiston quits

Tony Falkenstein, founder and majority owner of Just Water International, will take over as head of the water cooler and supplies business after ch.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
Just Water independent directors accept founder's 15 cents per share takeover offer
NZX

Just Water independent directors accept founder's 15 cents per share takeover offer

Just Waters International's independent directors have recommended shareholders accept founder and majority investor Tony Falkenstein's takeover bi.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2014
MARKET CLOSE: NZ shares extend gains as NZOG signals capital return
Power / Energy

MARKET CLOSE: NZ shares extend gains as NZOG signals capital return

New Zealand shares rose, pushing the NZX 50 Index to its ninth straight record close, as New Zealand Oil & Gas signalled plans for a capital return.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Nov 2014
Moto 360 smartwatch headed to New Zealand
Wearables

Moto 360 smartwatch headed to New Zealand

The Android Wear smartwatch was specifically designed to help wearers manage their daily tasks with a flick of the wrist.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2014
Home Smart Home revolutionising home design
Smart Home

Home Smart Home revolutionising home design

Samsung's Home Smart Home in NZ redefines living spaces with adaptable design for any event, showcasing the future of fluid home environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2014
Fresh approach to learning about our waterways
Cloud Services

Fresh approach to learning about our waterways

Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA) has launched a new website so everyone can learn more about their local waterways.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2014
Kiwi students impress at Microsoft Imagine Cup
Microsoft

Kiwi students impress at Microsoft Imagine Cup

Judges ask University of Auckland students how the team plan to handle its success following impressive showing.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2013
City visualisation firm receives investment boost
Capital

City visualisation firm receives investment boost

Auckland's Nextspace secures significant investment from ICE Angels, boosting development and export of its advanced 3D city visualisation tool, Visual City.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2011
Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3DS dated for Europe
Gaming

Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3DS dated for Europe

Nintendo's classic, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, will launch for the 3DS in Europe on 17 June, featuring enhanced 3D visuals and easier controls.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Apr 2011