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Meridian Energy abandons QLD hyrdo plans on 'puzzling' Australian stance
Clean technologies

Meridian Energy abandons QLD hyrdo plans on 'puzzling' Australian stance

Meridian Energy, the partially privatised electricity generator and retailer, has abandoned plans for a Queensland hydro power project, blaming the.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2014
Anticipating the shift from paper to digital pays off for Ricoh NZ
Printing

Anticipating the shift from paper to digital pays off for Ricoh NZ

Anticipating the shift from paper to digital has paid dividends for Ricoh New Zealand as the company revealed another year of solid profits.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2013
Google launches high up in the Kiwi sky
Unified Communications

Google launches high up in the Kiwi sky

Google's Project Loon floats above NZ, aiming to connect billions globally with balloon-powered internet, tackling the digital divide.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2013

Global Stories

Surgical robots technologist Dr Catherine Mohr named 2014 Flying Kiwi
Robotics

Surgical robots technologist Dr Catherine Mohr named 2014 Flying Kiwi

Dr Catherine Mohr, a leader in surgical robotics, honoured as 2014's Flying Kiwi for her global impact in technology and medicine.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2014
Apple Watch billed as 'category defining product'
Wearables

Apple Watch billed as 'category defining product'

Apple launches its most personal device: the Apple Watch, revolutionising wearable tech with its pioneering interface and health apps.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2014
Revera teams up with Eagle Technology to provide SPARC as a service platform
Hyperscale

Revera teams up with Eagle Technology to provide SPARC as a service platform

New Zealand government agencies can now access on-demand SPARC services through a new partnership between Revera and Eagle Technology.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2014
Transforming IT from cost centre to business contributor
Data Analytics

Transforming IT from cost centre to business contributor

The channel must evolve, aiding IT managers to leverage analytics tools and transform IT from a cost centre into a strategic business partner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 19th May 2014
My black hole theory of computing...
Storage

My black hole theory of computing...

Unified theory of computer market: CPU, server OS will swallow up all functions & features. New blog by @valdis_filks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2014
Base-2 declares war on Solarix's comfy position
Vector

Base-2 declares war on Solarix's comfy position

Base-2 aims to disrupt Solarix's dominance in Managed WAN, promising a seamless, integrated cloud and internet connection service.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2014
Sun shines on Apple's iWatch production line...
Semiconductors

Sun shines on Apple's iWatch production line...

Apple explores solar charging for its iWatch, aiming to revolutionise battery life amidst user frustrations, according to industry sources.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2014
iPhone 6 - Big screen and solar charging?
Apple

iPhone 6 - Big screen and solar charging?

The iPhone 6 is rumoured to feature a 5-inch HD screen and innovative solar charging technology, amidst speculation on its other striking specifications.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2014
Recovery of your lost critical data is vital, don't go cheap on it
Disaster Recovery

Recovery of your lost critical data is vital, don't go cheap on it

Experts warn against skimping on critical data recovery, urging the use of proven specialists over low-cost options.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2013
IPM to the rescue in Air Rarotonga's remote site challenges
Space Technologies

IPM to the rescue in Air Rarotonga's remote site challenges

Facing cyclones, power outages, and vast distances, Air Rarotonga's lone IT manager Marcus Gleinig relies on SolarWinds IP Monitor to keep the network afloat.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2013
The eco-friendly printing option
Document Management

The eco-friendly printing option

UK schools embrace ColorQube's eco-friendly printers, slashing waste by 90% and ensuring a greener, cost-effective future.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2013
Solar energy for Wellington schools
Schools

Solar energy for Wellington schools

Wellington schools embark on a solar energy journey, pairing with the city council and Genesis Energy, to enlighten and power education.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2013
Telcoinabox sells NZ business to Solarix
Telcoinabox

Telcoinabox sells NZ business to Solarix

Wholesale aggregator finalises the sale of its New Zealand business assets to Solarix Networks Limited, an IP Carrier Grade network Service Provider.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2013
IT pros advised 'lock the front door'
Distributed Denial of Service

IT pros advised 'lock the front door'

IT security can overwhelm even the most seasoned security expert when headline-grabbing threats like 'Spamhaus DDoS' are brought to the forefront by media.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2013
Tauranga ISP's cow* to jump over the moon**
Solar power

Tauranga ISP's cow* to jump over the moon**

Tauranga ISP's mascot, a toy cow named EVA, will soar to the edge of space for science on World Earth Day, gathering crucial data.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2013