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Windows 10 lands in Australia - will you upgrade?
Software Development

Windows 10 lands in Australia - will you upgrade?

Australians ponder the merits of upgrading as Windows 10 rolls out free, with businesses reticent despite Microsoft's big security promises.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2015
iiNet shareholders approve TPG takeover
Iinet

iiNet shareholders approve TPG takeover

iiNet shareholders have voted 'overwhelmingly' in favour of TPG's takeover of the company, clearing another hurdle for the mega-merger.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2015

Global Stories

Retail stories

Wi-Fi gets smarter with new Connector Systems deal
Wireless Networks

Wi-Fi gets smarter with new Connector Systems deal

Connector Systems has signed a distribution deal with Encapto WiFi, giving resellers new options to help customers' existing Wi-Fi hardware smarter.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2015
Hand-on review: Microsoft Lumia 435
Gaming

Hand-on review: Microsoft Lumia 435

With the Lumia 435, Microsoft are taking on the low powered entry level Android smartphones, does it fare well?.

By Greig Strafford • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2015
Closer look at the Microsoft Lumia 640
Microsoft

Closer look at the Microsoft Lumia 640

Microsoft have made it easy to transition to the Lumia 640 from an Android or an iPhone, allowing you to use your iCloud or Google account.

By Greig Strafford • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
Windows 10 Wi-Fi Sense a 'major security flaw', says Xirrus
Wireless Networks

Windows 10 Wi-Fi Sense a 'major security flaw', says Xirrus

Global Wi-Fi company Xirrus says Wi-Fi Sense is a massive security issue and potential deal-breaker for IT departments.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
Government moves on GST threshold to help Kiwi retailers
eCommerce

Government moves on GST threshold to help Kiwi retailers

New Zealand retailers welcome proposal to lower threshold for GST on imported goods, aiming to compete fairly with foreign websites.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
Ingram Micro drops into the red in Q2 results
Ingram Micro

Ingram Micro drops into the red in Q2 results

Ingram Micro has taken a financial hit for the second quarter of 2015, recording a net loss of US$34 million in its global financials.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2015
Is the Windows 10 Wi-Fi feature a security risk?
Wireless Networks

Is the Windows 10 Wi-Fi feature a security risk?

Unless they opt out, Windows 10 prompts users to share access to their Wi-Fi networks with any contacts listed in Outlook, Skype and Facebook.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2015
Government releases broadband map
Unified Communications

Government releases broadband map

New Zealanders can now find the best broadband options in their area with the launch of a new online map tool by the Government.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015
IoT devices soaring but back-end analytics crucial
Internet of Things

IoT devices soaring but back-end analytics crucial

Juniper Research unveils its predictions for the IoT market - and warns of the importance of back-end analytics to make IoT a long-term success.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015
Phone scams: increasing numbers, wider scope
Malware

Phone scams: increasing numbers, wider scope

ESET takes a look at phone fraud, the impact of technology in terms of spoofing and VoIP, and the growing use of cell phones.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2015
D-Link: How WiFi cameras can protect homes
Surveillance

D-Link: How WiFi cameras can protect homes

Enhance home security with D-Link's Wi-Fi cameras, offering homeowners peace of mind while travelling, says MD Graeme Reardon.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2015
Hands-on Review: Garmin nüviCam
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Garmin nüviCam

In car GPS makers have struggled to compete with smartphones in recent years. Garmin are hoping that the nüviCam LMT will help turn the tide.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2015
100% of smartwatches have security flaws, says HP
Wearables

100% of smartwatches have security flaws, says HP

A study by HP Fortify reveals all tested smartwatches have security flaws, potentially exposing sensitive data to cyberattacks as the IoT market advances.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

Windows 10 officially drops in NZ
Software Development

Windows 10 officially drops in NZ

While Microsoft is describing it as the best and most secure Windows ever, there are questions over its relevance and potential slow adoption rates.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015
Low cost 3D printing set to transform industry
3D Printing

Low cost 3D printing set to transform industry

Low cost 3D printing to transform manufacturing industry, according to Comworth Technologies. #3Dprinting #manufacturing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2015