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Renaissance loses Education GM

Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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The Channel has been informed that Graham Prentice has resigned from Renaissance and is currently on garden leave.
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Telecom and Vodafone join forces for rural broadband

Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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Updated: NZ's largest telcos will combine resources to roll out high speed broadband to rural communities sooner rather than later.
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Microsoft moves 40K W7 Phones at US launch - Updated

Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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After $US100 million marketing spend, Windows 7 Phone gets off to a slow start in the US - analyst blames Monday.
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Google launches emergency search

Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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Google has introduced emergency search results in New Zealand for poisoning and suicide searches, providing immediate access to crucial helpline numbers.
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The perils of motion-controlled gaming

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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Motion gaming's new era sparks concern as injuries and damage rise, post-Kinect launch. Warning: enthusiasm may lead to mishaps.
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Vodafone loses New Zealand customers

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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Vodafone New Zealand sees a dip, losing 35,000 users amid a strategy shift and recent service issues, says CEO Vittorio Colao.
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ComCom: 'Keep your number' ruling to be extended

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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ComCom is set to extend the 'keep your number' rule, allowing users to switch networks without changing numbers, for another six years.
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Vector completes 150km fibre loop

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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Vector has completed a 150km fibre loop as part of Transpower's national grid upgrade, enhancing electricity flow monitoring and control between substations.
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Interview: Cisco's Suzanne Hansen

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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Suzanne Hansen reflects on 12 years at Cisco, transforming ANZ's tech channels and pushing high-tech solutions for future growth.
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Kaseya opens up MSP award

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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Kaseya's MSP of the Year award opens to New Zealand partners for the first time, seeking role models in IT services. Application deadline: 12th November.
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EMC channel manager to retire

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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David Henderson, Channel and Alliances General Manager, Australia and New Zealand, will retire at the end of December 2010.
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iOS 4.2 due Friday

Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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Apple's iOS 4.2 update, packed with 100+ features, expected to launch Friday, Nov 12th in US, making iPads more enticing for organisations.
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Kratos spotted in downtown Auckland

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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It turns out that, when he's not on a quest for bloody revenge, Kratos likes to do regular things like aerobics and ride the reverse bungy!.
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Strike Support for SR G4 Instructor Kit

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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After a successful launch in Germany, Strike is set to unveil the Scala Rider G4 Instructor Kit to Australian motorcycle training organisations and media.
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Leading Motorcycle Training Specialist Gives Strike Tick of Approval

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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Strike's Cardo Scala Rider product devices can be very useful and beneficial in a training environment if used correctly.
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Telecom unveils new data roaming fees

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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Telecom introduces new data roaming fees, offering a capped rate plan of 100MB for AUD $100 in select countries including Australia, the USA, and the UK.
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Skype promises Mac improvements - won't say when

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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Skype has vowed to improve its Mac app amid backlash, including from Xero CEO, but remains tight-lipped on a release date.
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Comworth appoints new channel manager

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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Comworth enhances its support to customers by appointing Chris Bergin as Channel Manager, part of a strategy to expand its product expertise.
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NetApp unveils new IT solutions

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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New portfolio aimed at CIOs looking to better align IT within the business and bring IT budgets under control.
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Vodafone admits 3G faults

Wed, 10th Nov 2010
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Vodafone admits ongoing 3G faults causing missed calls and delayed texts, promising round-the-clock efforts to fix network issues affecting customer services.