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LTE iPad rebranded as 'cellular'

Mon, 14th May 2012
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Apple has renamed its LTE iPad to 'iPad wi-fi + cellular' after complaints from countries where the device doesn't support local LTE networks.
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Review: TomTom Go Live 2050 World GPS

Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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How many times have you tried to escape for a weekend getaway only to end up sitting in bumper to bumper traffic for hours?.
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Google merges apps and media in Google Play

Thu, 8th Mar 2012
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Google Play revamps as a one-stop hub for apps, books, movies, and music, expanding digital access in select countries.
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News: Apple's iTV, updated UI resources in 10.7.3, Droplr for Mac, and more!

Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Canadian telecoms get early access to Apple's iTV, controlled by voice and gestures, alongside macOS 10.7.3 UI updates and new Mac apps.
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Online helpdesk spreads satisfaction in NZ - Updated

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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New Zealand tops Zendesk's global customer satisfaction poll at 95%, while the French lag at 57%. Now, a new charity-linked plan boosts philanthropy.
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Optimizer HQ offers ultra-cheap SMS marketing

Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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Optimizer HQ debuts Texta, a cost-effective SMS marketing tool for SMEs, priced at just NZD $0.04 per text. Free setup, two-way messaging, and no contracts.
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Bored on the internet? Check out these useful sites

Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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education, learning & training
Wave goodbye to online monotony with sites that transform genealogy into a game, perfect your packing list, and even teach you sign language.
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LinkedIn's most (un)popular buzzwords

Wed, 14th Dec 2011
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Describing yourself as 'creative' is the least original move on LinkedIn, topping the site's annual list of overused buzzwords globally.
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Facebook frustrations

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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Facebook's new privacy settings mean that photos you tag now can be seen by friends of the person tagged, not just your own friends.
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KISS: Keeping it smart & simple

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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With tastefully funky offices, based in Mt Eden, Ivan Seselj and the team at Promapp Solutions Ltd are deceptively casual when you first meet them.
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Apple offers free Christmas shipping in NZ

Tue, 29th Nov 2011
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Apple NZ ushers in the festive season with free shipping and special offers on a wide array of products, outshining previous promotions.
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Aastra looks to shake off Ericsson legacy

Wed, 16th Nov 2011
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Aastra aims to redefine its global presence, targeting New Zealand's SMB market with new products, shedding its Ericsson heritage.
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Kobo purchased for US$315 million

Wed, 9th Nov 2011
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Rakuten Inc to acquire Toronto's Kobo for $315m, broadening global eBook reach and diversifying into new markets.
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Patrice's Pick – From the Country Music Junkie

Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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Everyone knows that kids can be cruel. This is particularly true when you're a girl with a boy's name, and you listen to country music.
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Contractor Expenses - Expense, Mileage tracker and contracting News

Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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★ Simplify tracking and submitting your expense and mileage claims with an app designed specifically for IT Contractors/Freelancers.
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Sony names date for 3D Display

Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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Sony to launch innovative 3D Display on November 13, promising an end to split-screen gaming with its unique multiplayer visual tech.
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NZ ranked second-best business location in the world

Thu, 6th Oct 2011
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New Zealand has risen to the second-best country for business worldwide, outranking the UK and US, according to Forbes, only behind Canada.
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Apple reveals NZ pricing for iPod suite

Wed, 5th Oct 2011
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Apple NZ unveils pricing for updated iPod lineup, with the iPod Touch starting at NZD $289. No word yet on the iPhone 4S availability.
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Finding online love

Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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In an age where screens dominate, finding love online becomes the new norm, offering hope for those tired of traditional dating avenues.
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Onshoring is the new offshoring

Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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NZ firms ditch offshoring for homegrown contact centres, boosting customer delight and loyalty while debunking cost myths.