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Errors spell disaster for online businesses
Malware

Errors spell disaster for online businesses

Spelling and grammar errors can cripple online sales, says entrepreneur Charles Duncombe, who saw revenue double after correcting mistakes on his website.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
Big funding boost for POS software start up
Marketing Technologies

Big funding boost for POS software start up

NZ's Vend secures massive funding from Europe, set to lead a retail revolution with its innovative cloud-based POS solutions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
Flagship Yoobee store to be launched in grand fashion
Apple

Flagship Yoobee store to be launched in grand fashion

Yoobee to unveil its flagship store in Auckland's Britomart with grand gala, joining forces with artists and designers.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 11th Aug 2011
Amazon's cloud crash
Amazon

Amazon's cloud crash

Amazon AWS outage hits US East Coast and Europe, disrupting Netflix and Reddit. Brief chaos post lightning strike and echoes of April's crash.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 10th Aug 2011
Battlefield 3 runs out of Steam
Gaming

Battlefield 3 runs out of Steam

EA's Battlefield 3 won't launch on Steam, marking a rift in the gaming world as EA promotes its own Origin service for distribution.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2011
Apple to discontinue Magic Mouse? - Updated
Apple

Apple to discontinue Magic Mouse? - Updated

Apple's beloved Magic Mouse could be facing the axe, evolving into a new era as the brand aligns more with touch tech.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 5th Aug 2011
2degrees launches K Road store - Updated
Unified Communications

2degrees launches K Road store - Updated

2degrees unveils its 20th store on Auckland's vibrant K Road, enticing early birds with bargain handsets and double top-ups.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 5th Aug 2011
Channeling storage for maximum efficiency
Storage

Channeling storage for maximum efficiency

Explaining WAN optimisation to clients isn't always easy. Ian Raper, regional director ANZ, Riverbed Technology, gives some pointers.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011

Stories from Other Regions

HP cuts price of TouchPad - Updated
Apple

HP cuts price of TouchPad - Updated

HP slashes TouchPad prices in NZ, lowering the 16GB to $679 and the 32GB version to $819, amid criticism over high costs compared to the US.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2011
Splinter Cell Trilogy now available on PlayStation Store
Gaming

Splinter Cell Trilogy now available on PlayStation Store

Classic Splinter Cell Trilogy hits PlayStation Store, offering fans HD remasters of the iconic stealth-action series starring Sam Fisher.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2011
Indie RPG Bastion coming to PC
Gaming

Indie RPG Bastion coming to PC

Critically acclaimed indie RPG Bastion set to enchant PC players with high-resolution graphics, a unique control scheme, and Steamworks support.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Aug 2011
Elder Scrolls Collector's Edition scarce in NZ
Gaming

Elder Scrolls Collector's Edition scarce in NZ

New Zealand faces a scarcity of Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector's Edition, with fewer than 300 packs allocated nationwide.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Aug 2011
Businesses missing electronic marketing opportunities
Global Positioning System

Businesses missing electronic marketing opportunities

NZ businesses overlook the marketing gold of social media 'check-ins', squandering both praise and the chance to address criticism.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2011
New Zealand's cheapest Android smartphone - Updated
Unified Communications

New Zealand's cheapest Android smartphone - Updated

Huawei and Telecom offer internet-capable handset for under $200, Vodafone matches with limited-edition Warriors device.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2011
EA Sports launches Season Ticket for Xbox 360
Gaming

EA Sports launches Season Ticket for Xbox 360

EA Sports introduces Season Ticket on Xbox 360 in NZ, offering early game access, discounts, and exclusive content for fans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2011
Ingram Micro secures Playbook tablets
BlackBerry

Ingram Micro secures Playbook tablets

Ingram Micro exclusively distributes Blackberry's Playbook in NZ, as part of a wider deal with Research In Motion, challenging top tablet rivals.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2011
Skype for iPad released
Unified Communications

Skype for iPad released

Skype's iPad-friendly app lands globally after a delay, offering users everywhere seamless video calls and messaging. Download it now.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 2nd Aug 2011
34% of online shopping dollars going offshore
PwC

34% of online shopping dollars going offshore

A PwC study predicts New Zealand's online shopping market to hit NZD $2.68 billion this year, with 34% spent on international sites.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 2nd Aug 2011