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FIBRE 2010: The counterfactual

Thu, 27th May 2010
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What if broadband had not become a political carrot in the last election and National had not promised to invest $1.5 billion on a fibre to the home network?.
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FIBRE 2010: The Canadian way

Wed, 26th May 2010
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Axia NetMedia emerges from the shadows with Vodafone backing in its bid for New Zealand's fibre network, promising affordable triple-play services.
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Telecom Retail reshuffle - Updated

Tue, 25th May 2010
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Telecom Retail overhauls management and cuts 200 jobs in a sweeping reshuffle following top executives' exits.
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Orcon, Compass and CallPlus strike alliance

Tue, 25th May 2010
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Orcon, CallPlus, and Compass team up to enhance unbundled services across New Zealand, allowing customers broader access to each other's networks.
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Blur features a new kind of Facebook integration

Tue, 25th May 2010
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We've all seen the annoying kind of Facebook integration where your followers are informed every time you unlock an achievement or trophy.
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Sega Classics coming to PC

Mon, 24th May 2010
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Golden Axe, Altered Beast, Space Harrier II and loads more coming to a PC near you from June (not emulated versions either).
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Google TV means trouble for Apple TV

Sun, 23rd May 2010
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Google's innovative TV service challenges Apple's dated approach, signalling a tech rivalry set to redefine living room entertainment.
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iPad sales outpace Mac sales

Sun, 23rd May 2010
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iPad mania outstrips Mac demand, with sales set to surpass Mac's as buyers snap up 200k units weekly, driven by global interest.
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iPad 3G shortages in US stores

Sat, 22nd May 2010
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On the cusp of its international iPad release, most Apple retail stores in the US are facing iPad 3G shortages due to high demand and customer satisfaction.
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Microsoft squares up to Google Docs

Tue, 18th May 2010
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Microsoft is set to launch Office Web Apps on 15 June, challenging Google Docs with a free web-based version of Office 2010.
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App review: SnapTell

Sat, 15th May 2010
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SnapTell revolutionises shopping with a snap: instant ratings, prices, and info for books, DVDs, CDs, and games, directly to your mobile.
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First Alan Wake downloadable episode announced

Fri, 14th May 2010
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Alan Wake's first DLC, 'The Signal', to light up Xbox LIVE on July 27. Free with download token, others pay. Details in Game Console May issue.
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Vodafone announces free PSP promotion

Fri, 14th May 2010
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On the market for a new phone? Pick up the new Sony Ericsson X10i and you just might land yourself a PlayStation Portable as well.
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Official Red Dead Redemption release trailer unveiled

Fri, 14th May 2010
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Rockstar drops the final trailer for Red Dead Redemption ahead of its May 21st release, sparking excitement with a glimpse into the open-world Western.
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Bento released for iPad

Thu, 13th May 2010
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Bento's personal database app launches on iPad, offering sync with desktop and a Filemaker Light experience, priced at $4.99.
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EA announces 'Online Pass' scheme for future sports titles

Wed, 12th May 2010
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EA's 'Online Pass' scheme for sports games to limit online play for second-hand copies, stirring controversy among gamers.
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Steam launches on Mac

Wed, 12th May 2010
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From May 12, Mac users join the Steam community, enjoying a global game download service with over 25M gamers worldwide.
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ComCom flip flops on mobile rates

Wed, 12th May 2010
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The Commerce Commission is recommending that ICT Minister Steven Joyce reject Vodafone's and Telecom's undertakings and regulate Mobile Termination Rates.
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Wolfire announces 'choose what you pay' charity bundle

Thu, 6th May 2010
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Independent game developer Wolfire has announced it will<br />sell a bundle of five games –with a combined retail value of US$80 (NZ$111.
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iPad sales hit one million mark

Tue, 4th May 2010
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With 3G iPad sales estimated at 300,000, Apple today announced that it has sold more than a million iPads since its US launch on April 3rd.