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Steve Jobs emails Japanese staff

Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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Steve Jobs expresses solidarity with Apple's Japanese team amidst devastation, offering support following the delay of iPad 2 launch due to tragic events.
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Steve Jobs biography presses on

Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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The Walter Isaacson-penned official biography of Steve Jobs is making steady progress, say Silicon Valley sources.
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FileMaker Bento now on Mac App Store

Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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FileMaker launches Bento 4 on Mac App Store, enhancing its database apps with new features like label printing and geo-tagging.
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Google gets iPhone makeover

Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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The Google Mobile App has been given a new name and a new look to make searching the internet easier via iPhone.
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Metacritic launches iPhone and iPad game reviews

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Games for iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad will feature among the reviews listed on popular review-aggregation site Metacritic.
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Turn this Twitter setting on

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Twitter has introduced an essential setting that allows users to always use HTTPS, enhancing security, especially on public WiFi. Activate it via your settings.
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iPad 2 launch delayed in Japan

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Apple postpones the iPad 2's Japan launch due to last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami, focusing on recovery efforts.
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More IT equipment needed for Christchurch

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Christchurch's recovery needs more IT equipment; RemarkIT leads donation drive with NZ Trade and Enterprise aiming to bridge the digital gap.
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Batman: Arkham City gameplay trailer surfaces

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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The first gameplay footage from Warner Bros.' upcoming sequel to Batman: Arkham Asylum shows off a few of Batman's new tricks.
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Microsoft Zune: 2006 - 2011

Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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After failing to challenge iPod, all future Zune hardware devices will be scrapped in favour of focussing on Zune software.
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Director of Online leaves Renaissance

Fri, 11th Mar 2011
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Greg Elisara departs as Director of Online at Renaissance for Barnes, Catmur - Friends, raising questions about the firm's digital future.
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Apple TV updated to 4.2

Fri, 11th Mar 2011
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Apple has updated its Apple TV device to version 4.2, which includes the ability to wirelessly stream video from iOS 4.3 devices.
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Sony launches PlayStation Official App for Android and Apple devices

Fri, 11th Mar 2011
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Sony unveils its PlayStation Official App for Android and Apple, bringing PSN access, news, and more to mobile devices.
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Video: LinkedIn launches news service

Fri, 11th Mar 2011
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LinkedIn unveils its news service, LinkedIn Today, tailoring news based on your network's interests and industry trends.
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Apple locks down in-app purchases

Fri, 11th Mar 2011
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Apple tightens control on app splurges, requiring a second password entry for in-app purchases in the latest iOS 4.3 update.
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Warner Bros. releases LOTR War in the North gameplay trailer

Thu, 10th Mar 2011
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Warner Bros. debuts a gripping gameplay trailer for 'LOTR: War in the North', promising fierce combat and co-op action, coming to PS3, Xbox 360, and PC.
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iPad 2 - video guided tours

Thu, 10th Mar 2011
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Get a closer look at iPad 2, including new apps such as FaceTime and GarageBand, with Apple's official guided tour videos.
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iOS 4.3 launches early - out now

Thu, 10th Mar 2011
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Free update brings a faster Safari, iTunes Home Sharing, AirPlay improvements and personal hotspots to your i device.
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Google Instant out now on Android, iOS

Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Google Instant Previews now hit Android and iOS, offering a faster way to search across 38 languages. Spot the right content without back-and-forth navigation.
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MacBook Air ships one million in one quarter

Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Apple's MacBook Air sales soar, shipping 1.1 million units in the last quarter, far exceeding analyst expectations.