X stories - Page 18
Major Nelson bungles Xbox LIVE activity figures
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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Larry 'Major Nelson' Hryb admits bungling Xbox LIVE stats, revealing Halo: Reach actually outplayed Halo 3 in its launch week, but lost to Modern Warfare 2.
LittleBigPlanet 2 slips to 2011
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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The sequel to Sony's overwhelmingly popular platformer will miss out on its original Christmas release window and instead launch early next year.
Twitter tightens app security
Mon, 20th Sep 2010
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Twitter is set to increase its app security, introducing OAuth for safer login and expanding its t.co link wrapping for transparency.
Internet Explorer 9 out now
Thu, 16th Sep 2010
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The IE9 beta launches, promising a simplified UI designed to enhance your web experience, available in 33 languages.
Microsoft pulls disaster comms service 'Vine'
Mon, 13th Sep 2010
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Microsoft axes its emergency communication service Vine, citing sustainability issues despite its potential for connecting communities in crises.
Gearbox picks up Duke Nukem Forever
Mon, 6th Sep 2010
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Duke Nukem Forever resurrected by Gearbox and 2K Games, promising a 2011 release for the long-awaited title on Xbox 360, PS3, and PC.
Success built on trust
Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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Reputation is vital to the ongoing success of any business because consumers choose brands based on trust and familiarity.
Axl Rose's Twitter account hacked
Wed, 18th Aug 2010
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A tweet saying that the singer's upcoming tour dates had been cancelled was false, and the result of a hack, say Rose's representatives.
80k enter Ridley Scott's YouTube project
Fri, 6th Aug 2010
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80,000 hopefuls submitted videos from 197 countries for Ridley Scott's 'Life in a Day', a groundbreaking YouTube documentary.
Twitter sends 20 billionth tweet
Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Tokyo-based designer sends Twitter's 20 billionth tweet, sparking global attention and surprising the tweeter himself.
Your data, as you want
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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It seems everyone is 'on' Facebook, whether you are a government department, telecommunications business or simply someone with funny cat photos to share.
Apple releases Safari Extensions
Thu, 29th Jul 2010
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Apple launches Safari 5.0.1 with Extensions Gallery, revolutionizing browsing with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript support.
Microsoft to replace codes for early Alan Wake DLC redeemers
Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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Remedy promises new DLC codes for early 'Alan Wake' redeemers following redeption issues, ensuring valid email linked to XBL accounts is key.
UPDATE: StarCraft II NZ midnight launch details surface
Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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The highly anticipated StarCraft sequel, Wings of Liberty, will be launched in New Zealand on July 26th. Exciting events and prizes await fans.
Sitecore Announces Cloud Computing Solution
Tue, 13th Jul 2010
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Sitecore unveils Sitecore CMS 6.3 at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference, enabling global cloud-based website deployment and improved CMS ROI.
Best secured
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Businesses adapt to secure data amidst mobile, cloud, and Web 2.0 tech evolution, highlighting the need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Google on the box
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Google TV set to transform how we watch and interact with our screens by blending Web and television, alongside partners like Sony.
Report: Rural NZ left behind without broadband
Thu, 17th Jun 2010
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Nearly 3/4 of rural NZ fear youth are at a disadvantage without broadband, affecting education, IT skills, and social opportunities.
UPDATE: Firefight (with matchmaking) confirmed for Halo: Reach
Wed, 16th Jun 2010
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Halo: Reach revamps its Firefight multiplayer mode with matchmaking, promising a new and improved experience for fans.
Halo 3 crushes Sony's exclusives
Thu, 10th Jun 2010
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Microsoft claims Halo 3's sales eclipse those of all major Sony PS3 exclusives combined, citing impending NPD figures.