Stories by Staff - Page 312
Ubisoft drops paper manuals
Tue, 20th Apr 2010
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The Splinter Cell: Conviction publisher will do away with physical game manuals in an effort to benefit the environment.
Report: YouTube draining corporate bandwidth
Tue, 20th Apr 2010
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YouTube videos now consume 10% of corporate bandwidth, outpacing all other internet usage, reveals Network Box report.
mophie Juice Pack Air for iPhone
Tue, 20th Apr 2010
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The mophie Juice Pack Air is a rechargeable external battery concealed inside of a protective form-fitting case for the iPhone 3G.
Modern Warfare developer 'dead'
Mon, 19th Apr 2010
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An Infinity Ward insider has said that the studio will continue to crumble in the wake of some major staff departures.
Crazy Taxi confirmed for Xbox Live?
Mon, 19th Apr 2010
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Leaked screenshots appear to have confirmed that Sega plans to release an Xbox Live version of its classic Dreamcast title, Crazy Taxi.
Opera Mini sees one million downloads
Mon, 19th Apr 2010
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Opera Mini shatters records with over a million downloads on its debut, touted as the faster alternative for iPhone users, says CEO Lars Boilesen.
WatchGuard launches quarantine server
Mon, 19th Apr 2010
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
WatchGuard unveils Quarantine Server for advanced protection against cyber threats, elevating email security for businesses worldwide.
Israel bans the iPad
Fri, 16th Apr 2010
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Israel enforces an iPad ban over concerns its wireless signals might disrupt other devices, affecting tourists and local app developers.
Apple: No more support for iPhone 2G
Fri, 16th Apr 2010
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Chief Executive Steve Jobs has confirmed that the company will not be offering any further support for the iPhone 2G.
Symantec responds to latest MS update
Fri, 16th Apr 2010
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adobe
Symantec flags April as crucial for IT admins following Microsoft's patch of 25 vulnerabilities, including 9 critical ones, across its software.
Exclusive: NewLease targets 100 NZ partners
Fri, 16th Apr 2010
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The software services subscription-licensing firm has told The Channel that it aims to go from 40 partners to 100 by the end of the year.
ComCom rules on fast broadband
Fri, 16th Apr 2010
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The Commerce Commission has ruled that Telecom Wholesale can charge a premium for VDSL, on the condition that it supplies it at the same price to all ISPs.
Riverbed gets Brocade green light
Thu, 15th Apr 2010
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Riverbed's WAN solutions gain Brocade's seal of compatibility, promising enhanced data centre performance without needing bandwidth upgrades.
Apple aims another blow at Adobe
Thu, 15th Apr 2010
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software development
Apple intensifies its crusade against Adobe by halting developers from turning Flash into iOS-friendly content, escalating their feud.
2K announces return of XCOM
Wed, 14th Apr 2010
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2K Games revives the iconic '90s XCOM as a first-person shooter by the BioShock 2 team, promising a fresh narrative-driven experience.
Microsoft NZ hosts free virtualisation summit
Wed, 14th Apr 2010
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Three virtualisation and management events have been scheduled for Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch next week.
Former Vodafone exec new director of XT
Wed, 14th Apr 2010
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Telecom has announced the appointment of Kieren Cooney as director of mobile to replace Paul Hamburger who leaves the company in July.
Gears of War 3 - the lowdown so far
Wed, 14th Apr 2010
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Following yesterday's official announcement of Gears of War 3 on the Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, a few new details have come to the surface.
Google tablet in the works
Tue, 13th Apr 2010
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Google has announced it is developing an Android-powered tablet, aiming to rival Apple's iPad. CEO Eric Schmidt confirms ongoing talks with publishers.
Next Tiger Woods game receives PlayStation Move support
Tue, 13th Apr 2010
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Electronic Arts has announced that Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 11 will support Sony's upcoming motion controller, the PlayStation Move.