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Adobe CS5 gets HTML5 support

Sat, 22nd May 2010
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Adobe is offering a free HTML5 extension pack for Creative Suite 5 (CS5) users, after Apple called HTML5 the web standard of the future.
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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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New Steam Mac games released

Fri, 21st May 2010
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Steam Mac platform expands with new games, following a successful launch that saw 1.5 million downloads of Portal.
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Google selects VM for cloud collaboration

Fri, 21st May 2010
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VMware and Google set to offer technologies and expertise to help accelerate enterprise adoption of cloud computing.
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Tweetie 2 becomes Twitter for iPhone

Fri, 21st May 2010
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Twitter unveils Twitter for iPhone, rebranding the acclaimed Tweetie 2 app as its official iPhone application, now available for free.
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Kill a Rockstar, become a downloadable Red Dead Redemption character

Thu, 20th May 2010
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Rockstar has just announced an interesting competition in promotion of Red Dead Redemption, released nationwide tomorrow on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
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Another $245 million for broadband

Thu, 20th May 2010
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The Government will provide a further $245 million for its broadband initiatives, it's been announced in the Budget.
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Kane & Lynch 2's 'Undercover Cop' mode detailed

Thu, 20th May 2010
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Kane and Lynch 2's new 'Undercover Cop' mode adds a thrilling twist, turning one player into a mole and ramping up paranoia.
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HP mega plan to challenge Cisco

Thu, 20th May 2010
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HP predicts a major change in networking infrastructure, claiming it will be a formidable competitor to Cisco. #HP #networking #Cisco.
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Datastor: Distributors close to an 'extreme makeover'

Thu, 20th May 2010
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Datastor Forum reveals bold plans for suppliers, emphasising mobilised and converged services to meet evolving needs in NZ's tech industry.
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Vodafone drops its prepay prices

Thu, 20th May 2010
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Vodafone has announced a reduction in its prepay calling prices to 49c a minute to call any mobile and 12c to send a text to any mobile phone in New Zealand.
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New, extended Call of Duty: Black Ops trailer

Wed, 19th May 2010
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Activision and Treyarch have released an extended trailer for the next Call of Duty game complete with actual gameplay.
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Telco watchdog speaks out about cold calling

Wed, 19th May 2010
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Customers are being warned about aggressive cold calls from telcos following a rise in the number of complaints about unauthorised transfers.
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Antivirus launches for Mac OS X

Wed, 19th May 2010
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BitDefender unveils its inaugural Mac OS X antivirus, offering real-time protection and intelligent scanning to safeguard against malware.
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Halo: Reach beta eclipses Halo 3 beta

Wed, 19th May 2010
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Halo: Reach beta outshines Halo 3 with record first-day player numbers, showing massive player engagement, according to Bungie.
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Facebook promises 'simplistic' privacy options

Wed, 19th May 2010
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Tim Sparapani, Public Policy Director for Facebook, has said that the social networking site will launch new privacy options in the coming weeks.
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Mass Effect 2 update 'optimises' planet scanning

Tue, 18th May 2010
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If there's one thing that's currently preventing me from my third playthrough of Mass Effect 2, it's the daunting prospect of scanning planets for a third time.
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Scammers use iPhone 4G as bait

Tue, 18th May 2010
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network infrastructure
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network security
The promise of a free next generation iPhone being used to gather email addresses and other personal information.
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YouTube turns five

Tue, 18th May 2010
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youtube
YouTube celebrates its fifth anniversary with over two billion daily views; Co-Founder Chad Hurley sees vast growth potential ahead for the video platform.
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Scribblenauts sequel incoming

Tue, 18th May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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Super Scribblenauts sequel set to launch for DS, promising enhanced controls and creative challenges where adjectives bring your imagination to life.