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Datacom scoops VMware award

Thu, 20th Jan 2011
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Datacom wins major VMware award for its innovative cloud solutions across NZ and Australia, setting the stage for further expansion.
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EMC unveils new storage options

Thu, 20th Jan 2011
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EMC debuts innovative storage solutions to help businesses of all sizes efficiently manage burgeoning data, positioning itself at IT's forefront.
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Telecom needs more time to separate

Thu, 20th Jan 2011
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Telecom delays its business split, awaiting a deal with Crown Fibre for the UFB project. New timeline post-agreement, says CEO Paul Reynolds.
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Microsoft opens new tech marketplace in NZ

Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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Microsoft launches Pinpoint in NZ, a tech marketplace aimed at connecting businesses with innovative solutions and expertise.
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iSKY launches in New Zealand

Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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Sky has officially launched its new online TV service, iSKY, in New Zealand, offering subscribers unmetered access to a plethora of channels and content.
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Apple sets new sales record

Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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Apple reports record revenue and profit, with sales of Macs up 23%, iPhones up 86%, and iPads up 7.33 million. iPod sales dip 7%.
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Orcon customers lose broadband

Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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Engineers work through the night to fix issues that saw some customers lose their broadband service yesterday.
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Mass Effect 2 PS3 delayed a week

Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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PS3 owners face a week's delay for Mass Effect 2 release due to Queensland flooding, now launching 27 Jan 2011.
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StayinFront launches on-demand CRM tools

Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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StayinFront launches Australia's first on-demand CRM for consumer goods, offering unprecedented industry-specific prowess.
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Mobile broadband subs to hit 1 billion in 2011

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Global mobile broadband subscriptions are set to double in 2011, reaching 1 billion, driven by high-performance networks and varied devices, says Ericsson.
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Spammers break for Christmas too

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Symantec reports a festive decline in spam, with volumes dropping to a record low on 27th December, showing even spammers took a holiday break.
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IT sector leads recruitment charge

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Hudson survey shows a desire in the IT industry to move away from heavy use of contractors as a normal part of business.
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Video: Black Ops - First Strike

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Treyarch offers you a first look at First Strike, the downloadable map pack coming on February 2nd for Call Of Duty: Black Ops.
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Steve Jobs takes medical leave of absence

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Steve Jobs announces a medical leave of absence, entrusting day-to-day operations at Apple to Tim Cook, sparking a 10% share drop.
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Shift 2 dated for New Zealand

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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EA sets March 24th as the release date for Shift 2 Unleashed in New Zealand, boasting exclusive pre-order bonuses and thrilling career events.
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Microsoft launches Dynamics CRM Online

Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Microsoft unveils Dynamics CRM Online, enhancing productivity in sales, service and marketing with innovative cloud technology, available globally.
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VoIP attacks to grow in 2011

Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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The last few months have seen VoIP scans and attacks increase significantly, says WatchGuard - ten security predictions inside.
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Bulletstorm demo a week away

Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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January starts 2011 off with a bang as People Can Fly, Epic Games and EA all band together to release a playable demo for Bulletstorm.
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iPhone 5 summer launch rumoured

Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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Just when you thought it was safe to lock yourself into an iPhone 4 contract, word of a completely redesigned iPhone 5 handset emerges.
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Microsoft appoints corporate affairs manager

Mon, 17th Jan 2011
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Microsoft names Waldo Kuipers as its new corporate affairs manager to guide on public policy issues and foster tech growth in New Zealand.