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Antivirus firms 'charlatans and scammers': Google engineer

Sat, 26th Nov 2011
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Google engineer blasts antivirus vendors as 'scammers', amid claims they exploit Android's vulnerability to sell unnecessary software.
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ER co-stars square off for Jobs role

Mon, 21st Nov 2011
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ER alumni George Clooney and Noah Wyle vie for the role of Steve Jobs in an upcoming biopic, reigniting their on-screen rivalry.
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Renaissance CEO resigns

Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Renaissance CEO Richard Webb resigns to focus on tech incubation, exiting after steering through tough times including the Christchurch quake.
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Android set to overtake iOS

Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Google's Android on the brink of surpassing Apple's iOS with 200 million activations, despite malware threats on the rise.
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Google launches iTunes rival

Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Google unveils Google Music, the much-anticipated iTunes competitor, initially US-only, with over 13 million tracks but missing Warner Music's hits.
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Is Apple about to discount the iPad?

Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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Apple may slash iPad prices amid slow sales and stiff competition, hinting a 'pricing stimulus' ahead of Christmas and iPad 3 buzz.
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MYOB takes first step towards cloud integration

Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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MYOB debuts new cloud-era tools, investing $75m over 3 years to rejuvenate its accounting software, catering to desktop and Mac users.
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Subscribe to NetGuide and get a free Gift

Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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Subscribe to NetGuide by Nov 27 for just $59 and receive a FREE Genius Traveller 6000X mouse - the perfect tech gift this Christmas season!.
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Nokia to launch Windows 8 tablet

Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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Nokia set to plunge into the tablet market with a Windows 8 device by June, expanding its alliance with Microsoft, says Nokia France chief.
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Your own personal cloud

Wed, 16th Nov 2011
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A personal cloud allows you to keep all your content in one safe place on your home network. Share files, stream media, and access your content.
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Long-serving Apple director appointed chairman

Wed, 16th Nov 2011
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Arthur Levinson becomes chairman of Apple, stepping into the role after the loss of founder Steve Jobs. Disney CEO Bob Iger also joins the board.
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Apple launches music matching service

Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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Tracks are accessed at 256KBps AAC DRM-free quality, even if the copy in the user's library is of a lower quality.
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Search on for Apple retail boss

Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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Tim Cook's quest for Apple's new retail head continues, as recruitment firm scrambles to fill Johnson's big shoes amidst global expansion.
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Motorola Solutions shaves off wireless broadband products

Mon, 14th Nov 2011
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Motorola trims portfolio, selling its Orthogon and Canopy wireless products to form Cambium Networks, aimed at boosting global broadband connectivity.
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Making the most of the cloud

Mon, 14th Nov 2011
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Cloud computing scales new heights, offering businesses flexible, cost-effective solutions like Office 365 for enhanced productivity.
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Amazon to challenge Siri

Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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Amazon makes a stealthy move, buying voice tech start-up Yap, potentially setting the stage to challenge Apple's Siri.
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Virtualisation hype 'inching towards reality'

Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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Virtualisation in NZ set to leap from test phase to wide adoption, promising big opportunities for tech industry, says IDC analyst.
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Adobe to lay off 750 staff - Updated

Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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Adobe announces 750 job cuts in a £71 million restructuring, shifting focus to digital media and marketing amid falling shares.
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Voting via iPad

Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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Oregon trials iPad voting to boost accessibility, aiming at larger future elections. This move could revolutionise casting ballots in the US.
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The new rules for attracting young talent

Wed, 9th Nov 2011
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To win over young talent, businesses must enhance tech flexibility, allowing more choice in devices, social media, and remote work, says Cisco's study.