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Millions of data under risk across global businesses
Cybersecurity

Millions of data under risk across global businesses

Over 160 million people globally at risk as company data hacks surge, reports KPMG, highlighting a shift to deliberate data theft.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Dec 2012
Microsoft increases production after Surface surge
Microsoft

Microsoft increases production after Surface surge

Microsoft ramps up Surface production, expanding retail presence globally amid surging demand for its popular tablet.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 14th Dec 2012
Norton 360 Multi-Device
Symantec

Norton 360 Multi-Device

Norton 360 Multi-Device expands to Mac, offering up to 5-device protection including Android, but lacks iPhone/iPad support.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Dec 2012
Top 10 Wireless Predictions for 2013
Data Analytics

Top 10 Wireless Predictions for 2013

As 2012 draws to a close Juniper Research has drawn up a list of predictions for the mobile and wireless industry during 2013.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Dec 2012
Telecom down…again
Unified Communications

Telecom down…again

Telecom customers in New Zealand face further connection issues, following two outages yesterday, with no compensation offered.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Dec 2012
NZ firms make regional Technology Fast 500
Cloud Services

NZ firms make regional Technology Fast 500

NZ shines in Tech Fast 500, with 45 firms making the cut. EROAD leads at 10th with 2,746% growth, showcasing Kiwi innovation on a global stage.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Dec 2012
HTC releases Windows Phone 8S across NZ
Unified Communications

HTC releases Windows Phone 8S across NZ

HTC launches the Windows Phone 8S in NZ, featuring cutting-edge design, Beats Audio and top-notch camera, hailed as Microsoft's signature phone.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Dec 2012
Microsoft struggles with Surface sales
Microsoft

Microsoft struggles with Surface sales

Microsoft expected to sell less than one million Surface RT tablets in December quarter, says brokerage firm Detwiler Fenton.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Dec 2012
Dell doing the virtual work for Aussie schools
Network Infrastructure

Dell doing the virtual work for Aussie schools

Dell revolutionises Aussie schools with virtual tech, ensuring secure and efficient student learning without heavy hardware investments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2012
Channel capitalising on cyber security?
Symantec

Channel capitalising on cyber security?

The increasing awareness of cyber security issues and low awareness of smartphone security are creating an opportunity for resellers to create new business.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2012
Swiss Mountain data centre “most extreme DC deployment”?
Hyperscale

Swiss Mountain data centre “most extreme DC deployment”?

Deep in the Swiss Alps, Deltalis RadixCloud may be the most extreme data centre with its eco-friendly, secure facilities in a former military cave.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Dec 2012
iPhone 5 heading to South Korea
Apple

iPhone 5 heading to South Korea

Apple plans to release new smartphone into Samsung's backyard this friday, as well as 50 other countries in December.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Dec 2012

Stories from Other Regions

The Warehouse acquires Noel Leeming
Apple

The Warehouse acquires Noel Leeming

In a pivotal $65m move, The Warehouse secures Noel Leeming Group, aiming to dominate NZ's non-food retail sector and embrace tech growth.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Dec 2012
TomTom update iPhone Navigation app
Apple

TomTom update iPhone Navigation app

TomTom's latest iPhone app update leverages iPhone 5's screen, offering full-screen navigation and offline maps without roaming charges.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 7th Dec 2012
ASUS 3G Nexus 7 tablet heads Down Under
Nexus

ASUS 3G Nexus 7 tablet heads Down Under

ASUS launches the 3G Nexus 7 in Australia and NZ, boasting enhanced mobility with mobile data connectivity, available at select retailers.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 7th Dec 2012
Kiwi inventor's LED lights on Kickstarter
MEA Mobile

Kiwi inventor's LED lights on Kickstarter

MEA Mobile has launched a Kickstarter project for iGloLED, in what the company says has been a long time coming.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2012
Chorus comfy but consumers lose out
Chorus

Chorus comfy but consumers lose out

NZ consumers sidelined as Chorus benefits from Commerce Commission's pricing decision, says Labour's Clare Curran.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Dec 2012
Top 10 Data Disasters of 2012
IT Automation

Top 10 Data Disasters of 2012

Kroll Ontrack announces ninth annual list of data disasters, highlighting the need for electronic data to combat human error.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Dec 2012