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Need new technology now? Contact Simply Leasing today
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Specialists in technology leasing, Simply Leasing's mission is simple: to take the complexity and pain out of the transaction...
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Govt's single business number roll-out underway
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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NZ businesses to get unique IDs by year's end, simplifying govt interactions, says Steven Joyce. Initiative aims to save time, boost efficiency.
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Vodafone finally cashes in on Verizon Wireless
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Vodafone sells its 45% stake in Verizon Wireless for a whopping US$130bn, signifying the end of a strategic but strained partnership.
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Lenovo cuts loose channel director in Oz jobs trim
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech giant makes changes within its Australian workforce, cutting back on its channel sales director for the region.
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NZ financial results for Synnex, Sony, Google, Acer and Imation
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech firms in NZ show mixed results; Synnex thrives with profit and revenue up, contrasting with Sony's sharp decline.
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Microsoft shows consumer tech mettle with Nokia phone buy
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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The news of Microsoft’s acquisition of Nokia’s Devices & Services business is a major shift for the software giant.
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Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Laissez-fare approach to wireless IT networks exposes Kiwis to cyber criminals, industrial espionage and ‘hacktivists’...
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Which side of the 4G fence are you on?
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Telecom welcomes governments plans for the minimum reserve price of $198m for 4G spectrum, but 2degrees doesn't. Which side of the 4G fence are you on?.
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Is NZ enjoying a digital entertainment revolution?
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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NZ's entertainment scene leaps forward with EzyFlix.tv, offering instant streaming of international hits on any device, no contracts required.
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Online voting set for 2016 elections trial
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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A trial of online voting will take place in the 2016 local authority elections, Local government Minister Chris Tremain has revealed.
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Apple invite hints at new iPhone colours
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Apple sends colourful invitations to press, sparking rumours of new iPhone colours to be unveiled on September 10.
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Google refreshes NZ Street View
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Tech giant launches major refresh of Street View, giving Kiwis access to post-earthquake Christchurch among other cities.
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Exeed claims Casper Suite NZ exclusive deal
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Exeed secures the exclusive NZ rights to distribute Casper Suite, the leading Apple device management software, enhancing its tech portfolio.
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No quick fix following Microsoft / Nokia mix
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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The Nokia acquisition is a logical step forward for Microsoft but will not change the company’s position in mobile overnight.
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Kiwi firm nails UK cloud provider distie deal
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Image Point Solutions has joined forces with Be Productive Systems, to distribute the company's cloud-based document scanning solutions across ANZ.
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Has social media #ruinedyourlife...?
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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There are many among us who have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks...
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Microsoft's shock acquisition of Nokia announced
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Microsoft to buy Nokia's Devices and Services for €5.44bn, aiming to boost its mobile presence, with the deal set for Q1 2014 completion.
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Gen-i beats Vodafone / Telstra to new mobility deal
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Electrical products distributor Corys Electrical awards Gen-i five-year contract to deliver a wide range of telecommunications and IT services.
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Vodafone sells Verizon stake for US$130bn
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Vodafone sells its 45% stake in Verizon Wireless for a historic US$130bn, marking the end of a 14-year partnership in a major corporate deal.
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Cloud services surge but spending stays small...
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Although the use of cloud services is growing faster than the overall enterprise IT market, it is still a small part of overall IT spending.