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The highly anticipated StarCraft sequel, Wings of Liberty, will be launched in New Zealand on July 26th. Exciting events and prizes await fans.

Microsoft vows to extend Windows XP downgrade rights, boosting support for customers transitioning to Windows 7.

Sony brings PSN prepaid cards to NZ, available in $30 and $50 for gaming content. Purchase now at major retailers.

US watchdog warns against iPhone 4 purchase over signal woes, suggesting the 3G S as a reliable alternative. Apple's stocks drop 4%.

2degrees, amid record growth, seeks partners for new accredited dealerships in major NZ cities, offering a unique business opportunity.

SAP New Zealand appoints Adrian Griffin as Auckland Client Partner, leveraging his Oracle experience to enhance key account management in diverse sectors.

Renaissance gears up to re-brand MagnumMac as 'Yoobee', eyeing a transformation likened to Virgin's ethos, amidst profit growth.

Ingram Micro's Vantex to distribute Ingenico's cutting-edge EFTPOS solutions in New Zealand, offering retailers compliant systems before May 2011.

Renaissance, the IT distribution company, is set to launch its own in-house brand, similar to Virgin, called Yoobee.

Telecom to launch Micro-SIM cards in early August, catering to XT customers and anticipating the arrival of Apple's iPhone 4 in New Zealand.

MagnumMac bounces back to profit with a 17% revenue growth, outpacing Apple's own stores. CEO hails early success of turnaround initiatives.

Vodafone teases upcoming iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G pricing plans for New Zealand, promising details in weeks. Launch anticipated alongside iBookstore.

Rumours in the tech world escalate: Oliver Hill returns to HP, Toshiba sticks with a single NZ distributor, and Renaissance sees staff changes.

Exploring the murky world of funded roles within the tech industry, raising questions about transparency and fairness in pricing.

AVG warns SMBs are neglecting vital IT security policies, offering essential steps to safeguard against online threats.

Businesses adapt to secure data amidst mobile, cloud, and Web 2.0 tech evolution, highlighting the need for robust cybersecurity measures.

New Zealand shines in global IT, innovating within best practice even as it leads in areas from mobile tech to cloud computing.

From VCRs to high-definition screens, digital signage evolves, embracing interactivity and integration, shaping the future of retail engagement.

Digital signage systems, from banks to retail stores, are revolutionising advertising with dynamic content, and growth is predicted at a CAGR of 10% until 2014.

I have yet to see any real success stories in the enterprise; instead, consumer mobile devices are the real driver of cloud computing.