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Sean Mitchell
Publisher
Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.

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Dataencryption

Data encryption: Safe even when lost or stolen

Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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malware
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encryption
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cybersecurity
Encryption is vital for data security, making it safe even when lost or stolen, says Chillisoft New Zealand, ESET's Oceania distributor.
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Beginning of new digital only era for TechDay

Thu, 26th Feb 2015
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partner programmes
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retail
This has been a momentous week for TechDay and we're excited to announce we're transitioning to a digital-only business.
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GeoOp appoints Anna Cicognani as acting head after incoming Ben Foote resigns

Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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jobs
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geoop
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cio
GeoOp has appointed Anna Cicognani as acting chief executive, after newly appointed Ben Foote was unable to take the role as head of the business.
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TechDay's vision for 2015

Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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apple
We explain our vision for the future of technology publishing and how we want to be the most agile technology publishing in APAC.
Snaffle

Kiwi startup company takes the hassle out of headhunting

Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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recruitment
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snaff!e
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startups
NZ's Snaffle revolutionises job matching, pairing employers with ideal candidates, slashing recruitment stress and time, say creators.
Tea

Android App Review: Teavana Perfect Tea Touch

Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Need a tea tutor? Teavana's Perfect Tea Touch app is your cup of tea for blending, brewing and buying tips. Ideal for aficionados.
League of legends

Rapoo sponsors League of Legends world championship team to promote pro gaming gear

Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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rapoo
On 19 October, the grand final contest of the 2014 League of Legends Championship Series was held in Seoul World Cup Stadium, Korea.
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Fortinet, Ingram Micro bulk up Kiwi resources ready for NSE launch

Fri, 21st Nov 2014
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Ingram Micro enhances its Fortinet accreditation in NZ, gearing up for the NSE certification launch to amplify Kiwi resellers' market prowess.
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Avoiding the VM zombies

Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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virtualisation
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dr
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cloud services
Charles Clarke outlines vital strategies to steer clear of VM sprawl, highlighting the unnoticed threat of 'virtual zombies' in infrastructures.
Prynt

Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works

Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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apple
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apple iphone
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kickstarter
French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
Digital storage

Who is Pure Storage and what makes them unique?

Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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storage
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converged infrastructure
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pure storage
Revolutionising IT storage, Pure Storage stands out with cost-effective, user-friendly flash systems, challenging giants like EMC and HP.
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Boost for resellers with Plan B's 'pay as you grow' NZ Cloud Backup

Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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dr
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cloud services
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nz cloud backup
Plan B's 'pay as you grow' NZ Cloud Backup offers a no upfront investment boon for resellers, enabling flexible, scalable services.
Disaster

Let people know you're safe with Facebook's Safety Check

Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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dr
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apple
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cloud services
Facebook unveils Safety Check, a life-saving feature for users to report their safety during disasters, reassuring friends and family.
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Android App Review: Pocket Code

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Pocket Code app makes coding accessible with LEGO-style, though its learning curve requires online tutorials for clarity.
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Android App Review: Flow Free

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
The potential scope for games and apps is rapidly increasing, but sometimes the simple things are still the most effective.
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Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt

Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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government
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gcsb
Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.
Topo

Android App Review: New Zealand Topo Maps

Tue, 2nd Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Experience the wilds of New Zealand in your palm with Topo Maps app, transforming bulky paper maps into convenient digital guides.
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Android App Review: St John NZ

Tue, 2nd Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Apparently more than nine people go into cardiac arrest every day in New Zealand, and their chances of survival are not high.
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Microsoft's Surface Pro 3 arrives in NZ...

Thu, 28th Aug 2014
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microsoft
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surface
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mobility
Microsoft's Surface Pro 3 hits NZ stores, offering a sleek blend of laptop and tablet functionalities to meet growing consumer demand for hybrid devices.
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Intermediate's new block embraces technology

Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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edutech
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ministry of education
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retail
Northcross Intermediate School in Auckland has opened a $4 million technology block to support modern teaching styles.