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Why the cops took a bite of the Apple
Unified Communications

Why the cops took a bite of the Apple

NZ Police favour Apple tech, opting for iPhones and iPads after an 11-month trial, reveals their communications manager.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2013
HP dives (back) into tablet fray – with Android
Google

HP dives (back) into tablet fray – with Android

HP eyes a comeback in the tablet market, adopting Android in a bid to stay relevant amid soaring sales and shifting computing preferences.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2013
You think you cooler than me: Apple or Samsung?
Semiconductors

You think you cooler than me: Apple or Samsung?

Now that you have the annoying Mike Posner song in your head, try turning your thoughts to the Samsung versus Apple battle for coolness.

By Donovan Jackson • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Feb 2013
Celebrity FAIL: Alicia, er, Keys, tweets from her…iPhone
Apple

Celebrity FAIL: Alicia, er, Keys, tweets from her…iPhone

Alicia Keys, BlackBerry's 100% exclusive advocate, caught tweeting from an iPhone, sparking debate on brand loyalty and honesty.

By Donovan Jackson • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Feb 2013
iDidn't want to sue Samsung
Semiconductors

iDidn't want to sue Samsung

Apple's Tim Cook was initially against suing Samsung, despite the companies' billion-dollar legal battles over smartphone tech.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Feb 2013
Time for an Apple iWatch?
Apple

Time for an Apple iWatch?

Rumours swell as Apple reportedly tests an 'iWatch', a wearable device that might revolutionise our digital lives.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 11th Feb 2013
Apple under attack over excess cash
Apple

Apple under attack over excess cash

Apple hits back at $137 billion lawsuit over its massive cash reserves, amidst calls for better shareholder returns.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Feb 2013
Apple, Samsung and the great pretenders
Apple

Apple, Samsung and the great pretenders

Apple and Samsung assert their mobile market dominance in 2012, seizing 103% of profits while rivals falter, according to Canaccord Genuity.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 8th Feb 2013
Android App of the Week - What's the Word?
Apps

Android App of the Week - What's the Word?

Looking for a simple, addictive word puzzle game? What's the Word? offers endless puzzles and challenges, perfect for competitive fun with friends.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Feb 2013
iAm Phillip Lupke - Apple's new best friend
Apple

iAm Phillip Lupke - Apple's new best friend

Phillip Lupke becomes Apple's latest icon by downloading iTunes' 25 billionth song, earning a €10,000 gift card in a historic moment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Feb 2013
ASUS releases the world's smallest router
ASUS

ASUS releases the world's smallest router

ASUS unveils world's tiniest router, flawless for travellers, blending full internet access into a pocket-friendly USB device.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Samsung Super Bowl ad steals the show
Apple

Samsung Super Bowl ad steals the show

Samsung steals the spotlight with a $15m Super Bowl ad, taking aim at rival Apple and wowing viewers with its comedic banter.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Dell: Embrace BYOD or be left behind
Network Infrastructure

Dell: Embrace BYOD or be left behind

Nearly three-quarters of companies deploying user-focused BYOD report improvements in employee productivity, customer response times and work processes.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
iPhone 5 Jailbreak set for release
Apple

iPhone 5 Jailbreak set for release

After months of anticipation, Evad3rs plans to release Evasi0n today, the first untethered jailbreak for iPhone 5, expanding iOS device freedom.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Can, er, Alicia Keys restore BlackBerry to profitability?
BlackBerry

Can, er, Alicia Keys restore BlackBerry to profitability?

Alicia Keys aims to revive BlackBerry's fortunes as its new Global Creative Director, banking on star power to challenge tech giants.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Feb 2013

Stories from Other Regions

SmartPhones stories

Accusation: Exchange rate excuse for tech price gouging
Supply Chain

Accusation: Exchange rate excuse for tech price gouging

Aussie and NZ tech consumers face price gouging, not just from vendors but at distribution level, insider claims.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Feb 2013
Waiting until the Dell dust settles?
Network Infrastructure

Waiting until the Dell dust settles?

As Dell transitions to private ownership, CIOs must weigh the potential risks and rewards, or face the uncertainty during the shake-up in the IT landscape.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Feb 2013
Mini wait for iPad shipping
Apple

Mini wait for iPad shipping

iPad mini shipment times improve in the US, dropping to 1-3 days, while Europe sees a modest decrease to 3-5 days despite global demand.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013