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Is Vector's next move international connectivity?
Network Infrastructure

Is Vector's next move international connectivity?

So Vector wants to provide fibre connectivity to the Auckland region – 450,000 premises in the next seven years.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2010
Blue Coat prepared for IPv6
Network Infrastructure

Blue Coat prepared for IPv6

Blue Coat launches industry's first IPv6 secure Web gateway, enabling seamless migration and cost efficiency for enterprises and government agencies.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2010
Cities XL's Planet Offer service to close
Gaming

Cities XL's Planet Offer service to close

Monte Cristo pulls the plug on the 'Planet Offer' online service for game 'CitiesXL' due to low subscription rates.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
Can Morningstar rise again?
Synnex

Can Morningstar rise again?

Morningstar plots a green comeback in April, targeting NZ's IT market amid fierce competition and recent setbacks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
We'll partner with Kordia on international cable - SPIN
Kordia

We'll partner with Kordia on international cable - SPIN

[UPDATED] The company behind a new international cable linking New Zealand with the Pacific Islands, and onto the US, is hoping to partner with Kordia.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
iPad a general disappointment?
Apple

iPad a general disappointment?

The Apple iPad faces widespread criticism for lacking crucial features like multitasking, with tech sites and critics voicing their disappointment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
iPad disappointing for gaming?
Gaming

iPad disappointing for gaming?

iPad falls short in gaming, say critics. Despite its success with smaller devices, features don't translate well to its larger size.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
XT - independent review, angry CEO
Unified Communications

XT - independent review, angry CEO

Telecom announces an independent review after XT Network crashes again, leaving the CEO angry at letting customers down.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
No word on NZ iPad availability
Apple

No word on NZ iPad availability

Apple's iPad launch stirs excitement but leaves NZ in the dark on availability dates, despite unveiling US launch plans.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
Westcon Group continues to expand
Observatory Crest

Westcon Group continues to expand

Westcon Group bolsters its portfolio, partnering with F5 Networks to distribute acclaimed data management solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2010
National Crisis Management Centre gets system upgrade
Intergen

National Crisis Management Centre gets system upgrade

Minister John Carter announces E-Sponder's EMIS will enhance the National Crisis Management Centre, ensuring quicker, coordinated emergency responses.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Sektor to distribute Panasonic
Digital Signage

Sektor to distribute Panasonic

Sektor partners with Panasonic to distribute a wide range of tech, including security systems and ToughBooks, with an exclusive in NZ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Kordia back in the black
Kordia

Kordia back in the black

Kordia has announced a half year net profit after tax of $1 million, a marked improvement on the same period last year in which it posted a $4.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Fable III, Halo: Reach to be showcased at X10
Gaming

Fable III, Halo: Reach to be showcased at X10

Microsoft's X10 event in San Francisco will showcase Lionhead Studios' RPG Fable III for the first time. Other Xbox 360 exclusives also expected.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Outages force AA to rethink XT
Unified Communications

Outages force AA to rethink XT

Two massive outages on the XT Network in two months have forced the Automobile Association to reassess its contract with Telecom.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
[UPDATES] XT down again?
Unified Communications

[UPDATES] XT down again?

Telecom's XT network suffers second outage in an hour, affecting customers south of Taupo. Full service expected by 1pm, says Telecom on Twitter.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Red Steel 2 dated
Gaming

Red Steel 2 dated

Ubisoft's Red Steel 2, a Nintendo Wii launch title, is set to release in Europe on March 26 and in the US on March 23.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Tech site hacked twice
Firewalls

Tech site hacked twice

Popular technology news Web site TechCrunch has been hacked, proving that even sites staffed by techies are vulnerable.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2010
Lexar to expand presence in NZ market
USB

Lexar to expand presence in NZ market

Lexar Media plans to boost its presence in New Zealand, partnering with Cellnet and sponsoring the New Zealand Sevens rugby event.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Jan 2010