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Are you the 'typical gamer'?

Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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New study reveals the typical NZ gamer is 33 and 47% female, reshaping stereotypes as mobile and social games attract wider audiences.
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Telecom's turnaround as it votes on whether to split from Chorus

Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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Telecom eyes future growth, discussing Chorus split at Auckland AGM while CEO underlines strides in efficiency and service.
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Game review: Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One

Wed, 26th Oct 2011
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In its latest, Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One trades solo thrills for multiplayer fun, dialling down the arsenal but upping the camaraderie.
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Telecom demerger approved - split from Chorus in the pipeline

Wed, 26th Oct 2011
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Telecom's shareholder vote massively approves its split from Chorus, paving the way for a major shake-up in broadband infrastructure.
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Steve Jobs book may be Amazon's biggest for 2011

Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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Walter Isaacson's biography of Steve Jobs, released by Simon and Schuster, could top Amazon's 2011 sales chart, reflecting Jobs' profound legacy.
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Apple takes iOS 5 on tour

Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Developers invited to learn about latest operating system from the experts; how far will Australasians have to travel?.
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Toshiba refreshes consumer lineup

Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Toshiba unveils a sleek lineup with a 16mm thick laptop and a 399g tablet, leading a 20-product launch including a $1999 Ultrabook.
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Stocking-stuffers from Nintendo

Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Nintendo unwraps its holiday line-up with thrilling games for Wii and DS, including Go Vacation, Solatorobo, and the latest Professor Layton.
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Remembering Steve

Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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Apple honours Steve Jobs with a tribute page and private events, showcasing global condolences and celebrating his legacy.
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PlayStation Vita launch date announced

Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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Sony's PlayStation Vita set to hit New Zealand on Feb 23, 2012. Price starts at $449.95 for the Wi-Fi model. More details inside.
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Epson launches 3D projector range

Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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Epson unveils cutting-edge 3D projector line in Auckland, promising unparalleled quality despite not being first in the market.
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Labour sets out ICT policy

Mon, 17th Oct 2011
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On the agenda: broadening broadband, closing the digital divide, and ending the secrecy surrounding government software deals.
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Yoobee GM resigns

Mon, 17th Oct 2011
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Mark Singleton resigns as GM of Yoobee, leaving amidst flagship Britomart store launch. Andrew Howard steps in as interim replacement.
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Apple stock hits record with iPhone 4S release

Mon, 17th Oct 2011
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Apple's share value reaches all-time high: iPhone 4S release and strong pre-orders contribute to soaring stock prices.
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Legal Tender: MED seeks fleet solutions

Mon, 17th Oct 2011
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The Ministry of Economic Development seeks proposals for fleet optimisation services, aiming to enhance efficiency across 216 government agencies.
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Interview: game producer from Sony's XDev studio

Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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With just a few months until the release of the PlayStation Vita (rhymes with heater), we speak to Sony's John McLaughlin about what fans can expect.
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Battling the bots - Updated

Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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Check Point unveils a novel anti-bot blade to combat the root of malware and spam, promising to curb botnet threats in computing networks.
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Yoobee to host social gaming social

Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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Yoobee to host gaming social at Britomart, featuring SmallWorlds' co-founder among speakers. Event on Oct 18, £10 online.
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Telecom to pay competitors $31.6 million

Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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Telecom agrees to pay $31.6m to rivals, settling claims of unfair competition and marking a key step towards telecom industry reform.
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Game review: F1 2011

Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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F1 2011 revs up with new circuits, DRS and KERS, promising a richer racing experience despite slight graphical downgrades on PS3.