Stories by Staff - Page 303
Major Xbox shake-up
Wed, 26th May 2010
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Robbie Bach (pictured) and J Allard, two MS employees largely responsible for the launch of Xbox, are to leave Microsoft later this year.
Transformers: War for Cybertron multiplayer video
Wed, 26th May 2010
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Activision has released the following Multiplayer Experience Behind the Scenes trailer for Transformers: War for Cybertron.
Symantec unveils SMB protection suite
Wed, 26th May 2010
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data protection
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endpoint protection
Symantec introduces a new Protection Suite for SMBs, cutting the price by 40% to offer budget-friendly, comprehensive data security and recovery options.
Next Splinter Cell already confirmed
Wed, 26th May 2010
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Ubisoft Toronto is already working on the next iteration of the Splinter Cell series, with former Assassin's Creed producer Jade Raymond at the helm.
DDI sector in need of understanding
Tue, 25th May 2010
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uc
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analyst report
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partners
Companies should be adopting new DDI services quicker than they currently are, says solutions provider, Infoblox.
FIBRE 2010: Telecom's rival
Tue, 25th May 2010
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chorus
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NZ's $1.5bn fibre project may see Telecom's network rivalled by regional fibre companies, offering newer, community-backed infrastructure.
Telecom Retail reshuffle - Updated
Tue, 25th May 2010
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contact centre
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retail
Telecom Retail overhauls management and cuts 200 jobs in a sweeping reshuffle following top executives' exits.
Orcon, Compass and CallPlus strike alliance
Tue, 25th May 2010
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chorus
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orcon
Orcon, CallPlus, and Compass team up to enhance unbundled services across New Zealand, allowing customers broader access to each other's networks.
Halo: Reach dated - Sept. 14th
Tue, 25th May 2010
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Bungie confirms release date for Halo: Reach and reveals the staggering demand for the multiplayer beta. Get ready to drop in September.
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.
Steve Jobs confirms Apple keynote
Tue, 25th May 2010
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smartphones
Steve Jobs to kickstart the sold-out WWDC with a keynote, promising major announcements including the expected reveal of iPhone 4G.
Facebook CEO admits mistakes
Mon, 24th May 2010
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data privacy
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social media
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg acknowledges privacy issues and promises improvements in email response to tech blogger.
Google celebrates 30 years of Pac-Man
Mon, 24th May 2010
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Google and Namco mark Pac-Man's 30th with a playable doodle, offering 256 levels for a limited time. Missed it? It's still online!.
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).
Killzone 3 details emerge
Mon, 24th May 2010
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solar power
Killzone 3's first details emerge, teasing jetpacks, arctic levels, and 3D gameplay, suggesting a deeper dive into the Helghast saga.
New Uncharted 2 playlists incoming
Mon, 24th May 2010
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technology gifts
Naughty Dog announces 'The Lab' - a new Uncharted 2 playlist set to shake up online play from May 28, offering fresh competitive match challenges.
Study: Asia-Pacific WAN to grow 10%
Mon, 24th May 2010
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edutech
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digital entertainment
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ethernet
The Asia-Pacific WAN market is projected to grow by 10%, reaching USD $13.3 billion by year-end, driven by regional expansion and data centre consolidation.
Telecom fesses up to structural separation - Updated
Mon, 24th May 2010
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chorus
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partners
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retail
[Minister Joyce responds] Telecom has released a statement confirming it is fully investigating structural separation – that is, the possible sale of Chorus.
Google TV means trouble for Apple TV
Sun, 23rd May 2010
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apple
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logitech
Google's innovative TV service challenges Apple's dated approach, signalling a tech rivalry set to redefine living room entertainment.
iPad sales outpace Mac sales
Sun, 23rd May 2010
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retail
iPad mania outstrips Mac demand, with sales set to surpass Mac's as buyers snap up 200k units weekly, driven by global interest.