Stories by Staff - Page 325
Microsoft: Windows 7 battery fears unfounded
Wed, 10th Feb 2010
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Microsoft has rejected claims that Windows 7 is a battery hog, or is delivering false warnings about faulty or depleted batteries in laptop computers.
[Update] Ezio returns to Rome in Assassin's Creed III
Wed, 10th Feb 2010
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Speculation about the upcoming final chapter of Assassin's Creed III can now be put to rest as Ezio returns as the central protagonist in Rome.
[Update] Ghost Recon headed to Wii
Wed, 10th Feb 2010
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Ubisoft's popular <i>Ghost Recon</i> series is coming to the Nintendo Wii with <i>Ghost Recon: Future Soldier</i>. Xbox and PlayStation versions also released.
Another big Patch Tuesday
Wed, 10th Feb 2010
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Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesday is a big one, containing 13 security bulletins to fix 26 vulnerabilities in Windows and Office.
Apple willing to drop iPad price
Tue, 9th Feb 2010
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Apple may slash iPad prices if initial sales falter, echoing their strategy with the iPhone, to remain nimble in response to market demand.
2010: No change expected for ICT salaries
Mon, 8th Feb 2010
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Hudson Recruitment's 2010 Salary Guide for ICT roles has revealed that salaries saw no significant change in 2009 and are expected to remain 'constant' in 2010.
iPhone loses market share to Android
Mon, 8th Feb 2010
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According to new research, the iPhone's hold on the smartphone market share is slipping while Android continues to grow.
Limelight fault affects NZ online gaming - Updated
Mon, 8th Feb 2010
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A routing problem with the Australian Limelight servers has caused problems for Kiwis attempting to access certain online gaming services over the weekend.
2degrees backer extends ownership; offers Haitian update
Fri, 5th Feb 2010
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Shareholding in 2degrees has changed once again with majority owner Trilogy International increasing its stake in the fledgling mobile operator.
The Sims turns 10
Fri, 5th Feb 2010
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EA's hit game series, The Sims, celebrates its 10th anniversary. The franchise has sold over 125 million units worldwide.
Fallout: New Vegas dated, trailer launched
Fri, 5th Feb 2010
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Fallout: New Vegas release period and trailer unveiled by Bethesda, with Obsidian Entertainment at the helm, featuring a team from Black Isles.
TelstraClear tries again with Vodafone
Thu, 4th Feb 2010
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TelstraClear has re-launched a suite of mobile products aimed at businesses today as part of a new agreement with Vodafone.
Critical patches released for iPhone
Thu, 4th Feb 2010
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Apple issues patch for critical flaws in iPhone and iPod touch devices, including vulnerabilities in CoreAudio, ImageIO and WebKit technologies.
Skype working on 3G iPhone and iPad apps
Thu, 4th Feb 2010
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Skype promises 3G calling on iPhone soon, citing need for optimal audio quality and teases a Skype app for the iPad.
THQ announces blockbuster sequels for next year
Thu, 4th Feb 2010
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THQ unveils anticipated sequels to fan favourites including 'Red Faction: Guerilla' and 'Darksiders', set to launch in the 2011 fiscal year.
Bootlegged software users urged to get patches
Thu, 4th Feb 2010
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network security
Microsoft urges users of pirated Windows to install security patches without fear of punishment to combat malware spread.
BioShock 2 trailer released
Wed, 3rd Feb 2010
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2K Marin unveils the eagerly anticipated BioShock 2 trailer, featuring the iconic Big Daddy. Dive back into Rapture's depths next week.
Online sellers told to be careful
Wed, 3rd Feb 2010
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The Commerce Commission warns online sellers to comply with the law after a TradeMe seller was caught attempting to fix prices for LED bicycle lights.
Google pulls the plug on IE6
Wed, 3rd Feb 2010
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Google will cease support for Internet Explorer 6 from March, citing security flaws and outdated technology as reasons for the decision.
Apple boss slams Google, Adobe
Wed, 3rd Feb 2010
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Apple CEO Steve Jobs slams Google and Adobe, calling Flash “buggy” and accusing Google of wanting to “kill the iPhone”.