Retail stories - Page 582
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.
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.
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.
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!.
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.
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.
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!.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.