About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
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New OS and heaps of colours for Apple Watch
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple has introduced the first major software update for the Apple Watch, with new features as well as a new range of Apple Watch cases and bands.
New Apple TV finally revealed
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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apple tv
Apple has unveiled the long-awaited revamp of Apple TV, bringing with it Siri, a touch screen remote and its very own App Store.
Surprise, Facebook is making people feel bad about themselves
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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facebook
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auckland university
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normative
Facebook making mid-30s to mid-40s women feel the worst about their appearance, says new University of Auckland study.
Polycom advances voice, video and content with new release
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
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microsoft lync
RealPresence Group Series 5.0 will feature direct interoperability with both Skype for Business and Microsoft Lync, for enhanced collaboration.
Zomato funding reaches US$225m
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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zomato
Restaurant app Zomato has raised $60m in funding led by Temasek, and plans to use the investment to expand its new business verticals.
Australian SMEs striving for improved operational efficiency
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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oki data
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sme
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acquisition
Australian SMEs are striving for improved operational efficiency, despite believing their businesses are already being run efficiently, says OKI Data Australia.
Rapid adoption of 5G from 2025, according to new research
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Rapid adoption of 5G will occur from 2025, according to Juniper Research, which says active connections will represent a threefold increase from 2024.
Government dragging its heels with Kiwi internet problems
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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telco
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labour party
Labour criticises National for delaying rural broadband improvements, saying the wait leaves rural New Zealand with inadequate internet for years.
3CX releases latest update to phone system
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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cx
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martech
In its latest move, 3CX releases v14 of its phone system, enhancing user experience with new features and improved functionality.
Microsoft NZ looking for Teacher Ambassadors
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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microsoft
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qualifications
Tech-savvy teachers sought as Microsoft NZ launches hunt for new Teacher Ambassadors to evangelise digital learning.
Central Otago towns make Government's UFB list
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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uc
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telco
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ufb
Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Alexandra, Cromwell and Clyde are among about 110 towns identified as potential areas for inclusion for UFB expansion.
Robots will not steal ALL of our jobs
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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robots
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it automation
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analyst report
Forrester Research says while there will be jobs lost in the coming years thanks to robots, people forget about potential jobs that will be created.
Kiwis falling victim to 'intimate' Skype scams, warns NZ Police
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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uc
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email security
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cybersecurity
New Zealand Police urge extreme online caution after six Kiwi men fall victim to intimate Skype blackmail scams in the past month.
Bose releases new wireless around-ear headphones
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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digital entertainment
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bose
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wireless headphones
Bose launches new wireless headphones that offer 'true wireless freedom' and up to 15 hours of battery life. #technews.
Return Path launches Australian Data Cloud
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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saas
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return path
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daas
The Return Path Data Cloud enables Australian marketers and security professionals to access a comprehensive source of data from the email ecosystem.
SMX warns Kiwi companies of 'highly sophisticated' email scam
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Attackers are even following up with telephone calls prior to, as well as during, these attacks to further embellish the hoax.
New online resource to help businesses with VoIP solutions
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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uc
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voip
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contact centre
WhichVoIP.com has launched a free advisory service to help consumers and businesses make informed decisions when purchasing VoIP solutions.
New Serko feature allows travellers to track luggage
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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serko
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traveltech
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retail
Serko launches Bag Tracker, a new feature that allows users to track their luggage on its mobile platform. #travel.
Integrated IT helping organisations keep costs down
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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erp
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greentree international
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nfp
Integrated IT solutions are helping not-for-profit organisations keep a lid on rising operation costs, according to software firm Greentree.
Microsoft hosting Teaching with Technology seminars
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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edutech
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microsoft
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event
Microsoft is this week hosting a series of seminars focused on how teachers and schools can better utilise technology in the classroom.