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XT on the blink again

Mon, 22nd Feb 2010
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Telecom says customers on its XT network, from Taupo southwards, began experiencing significant interruption to voice services at around 4pm today.
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2degrees slams ComCom recommendation

Mon, 22nd Feb 2010
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2degrees accuses the Commerce Commission of missing chance to bring NZ mobile prices in line with the developed world.
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Cellphone-toting teens in ConnectMe

Fri, 19th Feb 2010
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For the first time, parents are confronting the challenges of cellphone-toting teens, raising concerns over text bullying and misuse, discusses ConnectMe.
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In the next NetGuide

Fri, 19th Feb 2010
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NetGuide's latest issue, out Feb 22, dives into 3D TV truths, social media privacy, and expert tips from photography to YouTubing. Don't miss out!.
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BBC prepping iPhone app

Fri, 19th Feb 2010
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The BBC has plans to release both a news and sports app, hoping to have them approved by Apple in time for the FIFA World Cup.
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More XT problems as independent reviewer appointed

Thu, 18th Feb 2010
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Problems<br />continue to plague the XT Network as cellsites are upgraded and Telecom announces<br />the company that will review the recent outages.
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Coming up in the March Game Console

Thu, 18th Feb 2010
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Game Console returns as a standalone mag, bundled with NetGuide from Feb 22nd. Dive into Bioshock 2 and more in the thrilling March issue!.
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Nuance Acquires MacSpeech, Extending Dragon NaturallySpeaking Family to the Mac

Wed, 17th Feb 2010
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Nuance Communications acquires MacSpeech, expanding its Dragon NaturallySpeaking range to Apple's Mac, enhancing speech recognition for all Mac users.
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Introducing Office for Mac 2011: The Quintessential Teammate

Wed, 17th Feb 2010
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The next version of Microsoft Office for Mac will include better tools for collaboration and improved compatibility.
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Fable III to offer improved co-op

Wed, 17th Feb 2010
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Lionhead Studios has promised improved cooperative gameplay in the upcoming sequel to the Fable series, addressing previous criticisms.
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F-Secure is launching its first products for the Android platform

Tue, 16th Feb 2010
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F-Secure debuts on Android with tools to secure and recover lost smartphones, safeguarding users' private data and browsing safety.
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Free NZMac.com and NZiPhone.com app released

Tue, 16th Feb 2010
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The two Web sites for the Mac community in New Zealand have released a free iPhone app for Mac enthusiasts to keep up with news and the site forums.
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Telcos move into the apps space

Tue, 16th Feb 2010
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Global telcos form alliance to launch a mobile app platform, directly challenging Apple's dominance in the apps market.
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Wind of change for Mistral Software

Mon, 15th Feb 2010
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New Zealand distributor Mistral Software has merged to become a division of Soft Solutions, but it's business as usual during the transition.
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The TapLynx Experience - Part 1 - Getting set up

Sun, 14th Feb 2010
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NZiPhone.com creator embarks on a DIY journey to build an iPhone app using TapLynx, proving coding skills aren't a barrier.
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Apple distributor posts yearly loss

Sat, 13th Feb 2010
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After appointing a new CEO at the end of the year, local Apple distributor Renaissance informed the NZX of a $2.
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Limited discount for iPhone Chinatown Wars

Fri, 12th Feb 2010
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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars for iPod Touch and iPhone is on a 30% discount until Feb 14 to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Tiger.
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Aperture 3 released

Wed, 10th Feb 2010
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The release of Aperture 3 today includes new features, including the Faces and Places tool made popular in iPhoto '09.
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Apple willing to drop iPad price

Tue, 9th Feb 2010
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Apple may slash iPad prices if initial sales falter, echoing their strategy with the iPhone, to remain nimble in response to market demand.
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Limelight fault affects NZ online gaming - Updated

Mon, 8th Feb 2010
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A routing problem with the Australian Limelight servers has caused problems for Kiwis attempting to access certain online gaming services over the weekend.