About Sean
Sean Mitchell
Publisher
Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.
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Web access – and censorship – growing
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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uc
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social networking
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broadband
As New Zealand sees a surge in internet use, global concerns over web censorship grow, spotlighting the crucial balance between access and freedom.
Top cop urges global unity against cyber terror
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
FBI Director Mueller warns the threat of cyber terrorism is growing, urging global cooperation to counteract the escalating menace.
Study links games to violence
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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study
A new study suggests that playing violent video games increases violent thinking, attitudes and behaviours among players.
IT Brief March theme revealed
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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cloud services
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techday
The theme for the upcoming March edition of IT Brief is 'Human Capital' and how your staff is the lifeblood of your organisation.
Technology snares the young
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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mobility
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tablets
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study
Kids today are entertainment media junkies, spending more than 50 hours a week with their cellphone, music player or game console, according to a US study.
To pay or not to pay
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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digital media
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media
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google news
NewsA message on just how eagerly Web users might embrace the idea of paying for news online was received loud and clear recently.
Game review: Dark Void
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox 360
Dark Void soars high on promises but crash-lands with monotonous gameplay and lacklustre presentation, marking a disappointing debut for Airtight Games.
Game review: Bayonetta
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Bayonetta dazzles with combat finesse yet stumbles on fetishistic portrayal and repetitive gameplay, leaving its brilliance dimmed.
The TapLynx Experience - Part 1 - Getting set up
Sun, 14th Feb 2010
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apm
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lcnc
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software development
NZiPhone.com creator embarks on a DIY journey to build an iPhone app using TapLynx, proving coding skills aren't a barrier.
Gates unmoved by iPad
Thu, 11th Feb 2010
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microsoft
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apple
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technology gifts
Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates is not impressed by the iPad, saying it doesn't have the right hardware to make the device truly remarkable.
Ted Baker Leather Case
Fri, 5th Feb 2010
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apple
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apple iphone
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apple wallet
Ted Baker's stylish Leather Case for the iPhone 3G marries fashion with function, promising protection without sacrificing usability.
Cosmic connections
Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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uc
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government
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broadband
Over the past few months we've all been getting more excited about, and busy with, the government's Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) initiative.
Game review: Tekken 6
Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Apart from the Game Boy advance release of Tekken Advance in 2001, the Tekken series has always been made exclusively for the PlayStation brand.
Game review: Eyepet
Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
No more accidents on the carpet and hefty vet bills! Imagine a future where household pets are virtual entities that exist within your home.
Game review: DJ Hero
Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox 360
Activision's much-touted Hero franchise has returned in time for the Christmas season, with perhaps the most intriguing addition to the series yet in DJ Hero.
Game review: iHooy!
Tue, 8th Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ios
IHooy! blasts its way into the arcade scene, blending Guitar Hero's rhythm with Metal Gear Solid's intrigue for an unforgettably epic adventure.
Chess With Friends Free
Sun, 6th Dec 2009
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apps
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apple
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apple iphone
Chess With Friends revolutionizes how we play chess, making it possible to duel friends anytime, earning a top free game award in 2008.
Game review: NBA 2K10
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nba
NBA 2K10 review: Despite its 10th anniversary, the game struggles with technical issues, overshadowing new modes and exciting gameplay.
Film review: Watchmen
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
Watchmen redefines superhero cinema with its dark, intellectual take on an alternate 1985, blending violent spectacle with deep existential questions.
Time to change your password?
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Email-based scams are the current attack of choice for phishers, and have prompted widespread warnings about being too casual with your passwords.