About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 358
Government dragging its heels with Kiwi internet problems
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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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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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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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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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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forrester
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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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.
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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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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travel technologies
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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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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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education, learning & training
Microsoft is this week hosting a series of seminars focused on how teachers and schools can better utilise technology in the classroom.
Enterprise mobility management market set to quadruple
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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mobility
Enterprise mobility management software market is expected to quadruple over the next 4 years, with opportunities for fastest growth coming from APAC.
Are true wireless headphones finally here?
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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onkyo
Onkyo debuts the world's claimed first truly wireless in-ear headphones at IFA, ditching all cables for pure Bluetooth freedom.
SoftMaker makes its Office 2016 for Windows available for free
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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edutech
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windows
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education, learning & training
As part of its education drive, the company is making the offer available to schools, teachers, colleges and universities.
Wellington students shine at Summer of Tech event
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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software development
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victoria university
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summer of tech
Wellington engineering students impress at Summer of Tech Hardware Hackfest, showcasing innovative home automation devices.
Unified comms - more than just a buzzword
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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contact centre
Unified Communications is more than just a buzzword, says MyBusinessVoice, as it explains the key components of UC.
Barracuda rebrands enterprise phone system, begins international expansion
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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uc
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firewalls
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breach prevention
Barracuda is beginning its expansion of phone system support to new international locations, pricing and the rebranding of CudaTel telephony system.
Coromandel towns make Government's long UFB list
Thu, 3rd Sep 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Five Coromandel towns have made the Government's list of potential towns to receive funding for ultra-fast broadband.
Big data analytics investments paying off, according to new research
Thu, 3rd Sep 2015
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data analytics
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planning
A new report from Teradata as revealed companies are making significant investment in big data analytics and are seeing a significant return.