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Apple

Apple slashes prices in Australia - Updated

Apple has cut the prices at its Australian app store, citing 'changes in foreign exchange rates and local tax laws.'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2011

Virtualisation

Tech trio's combined solution

HP, Microsoft, and Citrix unveil a cutting-edge virtualisation solution in Auckland, promising a transformative tech leap for businesses.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2011

Gaming

Adults only

Aussie Attorneys-General agree on R18+ video game rating, ending years of debate and bringing Australia in line with global standards.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Jul 2011

Virtualisation

VMware seminars coming to NZ

VMware's hot seminar series heads to NZ, bringing the latest in cloud tech to Wellington and Auckland, eyeing over 3000 attendees.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011

Gaming

Euro leagues secured for All Blacks Rugby Challenge

All Blacks Rugby Challenge game to feature top European leagues, expanding options for rugby fans with 93 teams and 31 grounds.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2011

Hudson

Advice for 'the modern CIO'

Modern CIOs need more than tech savvy; leadership and business skills are key, says a new report. A shift towards CEO-like roles is emerging.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2011

Gaming

Toshiba launches notebook-friendly TVs

Toshiba unveils innovative TVs in New Zealand, designed to seamlessly connect with notebooks, catering to the interconnected lifestyle.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2011

e-waste & Recycling

New Zealand facing ewaste crisis

New Zealand faces an ewaste crisis with 2.2 million TVs and 1.5 million computers set to be discarded. Calls for government regulation are growing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2011

Fintech

Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry

American entrepreneur Peter Thiel lauds New Zealand's tech talent and investments, yet faces critique from local engineers citing a lack of global perspective.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jul 2011

Hitachi

Hitachi wins Kiwibank virtual storage deal

Hitachi partners with Kiwibank to overhaul its virtual storage, aiming to boost growth and streamline data management.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jul 2011

Global Stories

Australian stories

Symantec

Symantec conference celebrates partner program

More than 200 partners have achieved Symantec specialisations since the company launched its enhanced partner program in April.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2011

BlackBerry

RIM to expand in APAC region

RIM, behind the Blackberry brand, partners with Brightstar to boost its presence in APAC, eyeing wider reach across Oceania's markets.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2011

Gaming

Australasia shut out of Star Wars game launch

Australasia left in the dark as EA and LucasArts exclude New Zealand and Australia from Star Wars: The Old Republic game pre-orders.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011

TelstraClear

Partnerships key to cloud success

Industry analysts urge telcos to partner with IT providers to max out cloud gains and overcome operational hurdles, says Ovum.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011

Space

Rural Australians to be on par with city dwellers

Rural Australians will soon enjoy satellite network coverage on par with cities, thanks to a new USD $1 billion network set for completion later this year.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2011

Unified Communications

8 facts about the Simms & Huawei deal

Simm's, soon to be expressonline, partners with Huawei after seven months of talks, starting with enterprise networking products and aiming to expand further.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2011

Microsoft

Aastra signs Connector Systems

Aastra has signed Connector Systems to distribute its SIP and IP phones in New Zealand, aiming to expand reseller partnerships and enhance local training.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2011

Unified Communications

Atrash appointed APAC MD at Shoretel

George Atrash named MD for Asia Pacific at ShoreTel; aims to drive market demand for UC, collaboration, and mobility solutions while expanding brand presence.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2011