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Official Mortal Kombat website is now live

Thu, 14th Oct 2010
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Warner Bros. Interactive and NetherRealm Studios unveil the official site for the Mortal Kombat reboot, promising weekly updates.
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Joyce fronts ICT trade mission to China

Thu, 14th Oct 2010
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ICT Minister Steven Joyce is off to China tonight to boost the presence of New Zealand companies in the Chinese market.
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Another delay for Gran Turismo 5

Thu, 14th Oct 2010
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The nightmare continues for Sony as the release date slips yet again for its upcoming racing sim. Read on for more details.
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Intel financials set new records

Thu, 14th Oct 2010
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Intel reports record-breaking Q3 with 18% revenue spike to USD $11.1bn, driven by corporate demand and growth in emerging markets, says CEO Paul Otellini.
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TVNZ6 NetGuide Schools Multimedia Challenge winners to be announced Nov 12

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Judging is now underway for the TVNZ6 NetGuide Schools Multimedia Challenge with the winners to be announced next month.
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New LittleBigPlanet trailer details 'Bounce Pads'

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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See how this new addition opens up all kinds of possibilities for Media Molecules upcoming, moddable platformer.
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Sony unveils its Google-powered internet TV

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Sony has launched the world's first Google-powered HDTV, offering viewers the ability to search the web and watch TV simultaneously.
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Google adds new business apps

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Google has expanded its Apps Marketplace, adding new business-oriented cloud solutions such as PlanbookEdu for education and Clio for legal professionals.
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EA share price drops, Medal of Honor reviews blamed

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Incoming lukewarm reviews for Electronic Arts' just-released shooter have sent the company's share price sliding by 6%.
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iPhone 4 goes contract free

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Apple's iPhone 4 now available without a contract in NZ, leap from Vodafone ties possible with no-contract purchases from Noel Leeming and Bond+Bond.
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University of Auckland upgrades IT

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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The University of Auckland's Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences bolsters its network with cutting-edge Juniper and IBM tech.
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Microsoft to host Dynamics CRM conference

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Microsoft to host a pivotal Dynamics CRM 2011 conference in Auckland, previewing new features and the roadmap ahead of its global release.
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Vodafone gets Windows Phone 7 in New Zealand

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Vodafone selected to be Microsoft's premier partner for launch in late October, Telecom/Gen-i to follow in November.
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Minister approves variation of Telecom separation

Wed, 13th Oct 2010
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Minister Joyce approves Telecom's revised separation plan, aiming to benefit consumers and align with the Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative.
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2degrees opens first retail store

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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2degrees debuts its first retail outlet at Sylvia Park, promising a homely Kiwi experience and signalling a major retail push.
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Updated: Windows 7 Phone ad – Really

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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End your day with a final Windows Phone 7 update and a twist: Angry Birds denies W7P version, accusing Microsoft of using their icon without permission.
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SonicWall: No plans for additional NZ distributors

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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SonicWall targets NZ growth, partnering with Connector Systems, keeping number of distributors purposefully limited, says ANZ manager.
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Get discount vouchers sent to your iPhone

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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VoucherMob launches in Auckland, offering mobile discount vouchers to iPhone users near participating stores. A smart way to save!.
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Telstra extends handset warranties, Apple proves tricky

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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Telstra extends warranties to 24 months for handsets on 24 month contracts, but Apple products like the iPhone 4 are excluded, sparking ACCC concern.
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Gates gives $20 million to improve education with tech

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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Bill Gates' foundation pledges USD $20 million to boost US college readiness and completion through innovative tech tools. Proposals due by 19 November.