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Does any business know the identity of 'Things' for the Internet of Things?
Internet of Things

Does any business know the identity of 'Things' for the Internet of Things?

It is amusing to see the marketing currently attempted by using an offshoot of the phrase 'Internet of Things'.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Centre steps up communication with Educa app in Te Reo Māori
Apps

Centre steps up communication with Educa app in Te Reo Māori

The Educa app that enables communication of learning stories and updates between education centres and parents is now available in Te Reo Māori.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Epson launches laser-beating PrecisionCore tech in NZ
Document Management

Epson launches laser-beating PrecisionCore tech in NZ

Epson launches PrecisionCore inkjet technology in New Zealand, claiming to be a true alternative to laser printers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
100,000 and counting for Alcatel Lucent Enterprise's Premium DeskPhones...
Alcatel-Lucent

100,000 and counting for Alcatel Lucent Enterprise's Premium DeskPhones...

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise hits a milestone, shipping 100k Premium DeskPhones, proving desk phones remain vital in business communication.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Fortinet explains why secure Wi-Fi is no longer an oxymoron...
Firewalls

Fortinet explains why secure Wi-Fi is no longer an oxymoron...

A security-centric infrastructure enables you to secure your Wi-Fi network with confidence, says Fortinet's Scott Cowan.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
iDon't want to sue you… iDon't want to sue you either
Apple

iDon't want to sue you… iDon't want to sue you either

Apple and Samsung end patent disputes outside of US, but continue high-profile copyright battle in joint statement.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Apple iPhone 6 unveiling one month away…
Apple

Apple iPhone 6 unveiling one month away…

Apple gears to unveil the much-anticipated iPhone 6 on Sept 9, promising groundbreaking features that may set the world on fire.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Kiwi students rule the world at Microsoft Imagine Cup Finals...
Microsoft

Kiwi students rule the world at Microsoft Imagine Cup Finals...

A team of University of Auckland students has won $50k at the Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals in Seattle for their app, Estimeet.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014
The security experts' guide to the cloud...
Distributed Denial of Service

The security experts' guide to the cloud...

What do you get when you gather nine of the top IT thinkers to talk about cloud security? Professional advice and help with your cloud strategy.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014
Top 10... Facebook baits
Bitdefender

Top 10... Facebook baits

Bitdefender unveils top 10 Facebook scams with 'who viewed your profile' at no.1, affecting thousands. Beware of 'free T-shirts' and fake giveaways.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Gentrack “deeply regrets” quick-fire downgrade
NZX

Gentrack “deeply regrets” quick-fire downgrade

Gentrack Group's financial results are likely to be lower than expected due to project delays and a dispute with a customer over payment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
TV giants question Slingshot's interpretation of the law...
Unified Communications

TV giants question Slingshot's interpretation of the law...

TV giants clash with Slingshot over legal interpretations amid a heated debate on geo-blocking and content importation laws.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Opinion: Broadcasters, it's over to you…
Unified Communications

Opinion: Broadcasters, it's over to you…

Broadcasters face a call to evolve and champion local content over international imports, as audiences favour access over restriction.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Kiwis unite as Ingram Micro quiz night raises $15k for Cure Kids
Ingram Micro

Kiwis unite as Ingram Micro quiz night raises $15k for Cure Kids

HP dominates at Ingram Micro's quiz night, raising funds for charity. Former All Black Stu Wilson hosts the event.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014
Internet Party: Digital drive will deliver 'truly responsive' Govt
Government

Internet Party: Digital drive will deliver 'truly responsive' Govt

Internet Party's digital strategy promises a future of enhanced democracy and streamlined services for New Zealand, aiming for 'truly responsive' government.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014
IT Profession welcomes 'path forward' for NZ online voting...
Unified Communications

IT Profession welcomes 'path forward' for NZ online voting...

NZ's IT professionals herald a new era as the govt explores online voting, with IITP praising a report that charts a secure, inclusive future.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014
Telecom tells Kiwis... It's time for a 'Giganation'
Unified Communications

Telecom tells Kiwis... It's time for a 'Giganation'

Telecom, set to rebrand as Spark New Zealand, champions Gigabit broadband speeds across NZ, ushering in the era of 'Giganation'.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014
Labour unveils SMB policy… National rejects it
Risk & Compliance

Labour unveils SMB policy… National rejects it

Labour pledges to boost small business in government procurement, sparking criticism from National, who call the policy half-baked.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014